Using HSTools, need something better

We are a small firm who produces reports and graphs for our clients. We are running an Informix database which holds all of our client records (performance numbers, etc) We are looking to purchase a graphics package that *we* can program to pull client information directly from our database into graphs to be sent to a PS color printer. Currently we are using Informix Hyperscript, but are not thrilled with its graphing features or the fact that the program is being phased out of Informix's product line. We are looking for a program that can create state of the art graphs, have multiple graphs on a page, 3D effects, and *lots* of flexibility. We want to knock the socks off of our clients, but don't want to spend years in development. Any advice??? Our budget is less than $5,000 and any language/program can be learned. Please email me responses since I can't check this newsgroup as much as I would like. Sincerely, KIEdwards