Software engineering · Manufacturing · [Placeholder]
Legacy C++ platform modernised
An ageing C++ processing engine was refactored in stages behind a new API, with no unplanned downtime during migration. [Placeholder]
[40%]faster processing
Software engineering
Bespoke software, engineered to last.
We design, build and modernise desktop, web and mobile applications — bringing the discipline of safety-critical engineering to your business systems. Application development from £5,000.
- UK-based, GDPR-compliant
- Reply within two working days
- Somerset · delivering UK-wide
Trusted by established UK businesses
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Capabilities
Everything a serious system needs.
From a single internal tool to a business-critical platform, we cover design, build, integration and hosting.
Bespoke applications
Desktop, web and mobile software shaped around how your business actually works.
Legacy modernisation
Ageing C++, .NET and VB systems moved onto maintainable foundations, in stages, without disruption.
Integrations & APIs
ERP, CRM, finance and line-of-business systems connected so data is entered once and stays accurate.
Cloud & infrastructure
Secure hosting, automated deployment and monitoring on Azure or AWS, configured and managed properly.
Testing & quality
Automated testing, code review and static analysis on every change — the habits of safety-critical work.
Architecture & technical advice
Plain-English advice on architecture, technology choices and delivery planning before you commit.
Sectors
Sectors we serve
From safety-critical aviation and defence programmes to established UK businesses of 5 to 100 staff.
Aviation & aerospace
High-integrity software engineering, verification and certification support.
Defence
Safety-critical and mission software, assurance and independent assessment.
Manufacturing & engineering
Production, quality and field-service systems that talk to each other.
Hospitality
Booking-led websites, guest systems and enquiry automation.
Professional services
Document workflows, client portals and AI-assisted admin.
Retail
E-commerce, stock integration and customer-facing websites.
How we deliver
How we deliver, step by step.
The same five stages on every engagement — so you always know what happens next, what it costs and who is accountable.
Discovery
[1–2] weeks
Workshops with your team to map goals, users, constraints and the systems we must work with.
You receive
- Requirements summary
- Risk and dependency log
Proposal
[3–5] working days
A written scope, milestone plan and agreed price — before any build work starts.
You receive
- Fixed-scope proposal
- Milestone and payment plan
Design
[2–4] weeks
Requirements, architecture and interface designs, reviewed with you and baselined before build.
You receive
- Requirements and architecture baseline
- Prototype where useful
Build & Test
[X] weeks
Incremental builds with requirements traceability, automated testing, static analysis and independent review of every change.
You receive
- Traceability and test evidence
- Fortnightly demos and progress log
Launch & Support
Ongoing
A planned go-live with rollback, handover and documentation — then defined support for the long term.
You receive
- Source code and documentation
- Support agreement
Case studies
Software that moved the numbers.
Recent software engineering projects. Client names and figures are placeholders.
Software engineering · Retail · [Placeholder]
Stock and order system integrated with e-commerce
A bespoke stock and order system connected the client’s warehouse, accounts and online shop, removing double keying. [Placeholder]
[X] hrsadmin saved per week
Engagement models
Two ways to work with us.
A scoped project suits a defined outcome. Retained engineering suits a product or system that keeps evolving.
Most popular
Scoped project
Application development from
£5,000per project
Included
- Agreed scope, milestones and price
- Fortnightly demos and progress log
- Warranty period after launch: [X] days
- Full source code and documentation
Retained engineering
Day rates
Price on application
Included
- Reserved monthly capacity at a day rate
- Priority scheduling and a shared roadmap
- Quarterly planning review
- Support with defined response times
Prices are starting prices unless marked price on application, and all exclude VAT — your quote depends on scope, features and functionality. Figures in [brackets] are placeholders.
Support included
We stay with you after launch.
Everything we deliver can be covered by a support agreement with defined response times, proactive updates and monthly reporting.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers to the questions we are asked most often.
How much does bespoke software cost?
Application development starts from £5,000. Your quote depends on the features, integrations and platforms you need, and is agreed in writing first.
Can you work with our existing legacy system?
Yes. We regularly modernise C++, .NET and older systems in stages, keeping the business running while components are replaced or refactored.
Who owns the code?
You do. On final payment, intellectual property in the bespoke code transfers to you, and we provide full source code and documentation.
How do you keep projects on time and budget?
Agreed scope, fortnightly demos and a shared progress log. Any change is agreed in writing, with its effect on time and cost, before we act on it.
What happens after launch?
We offer support agreements with defined response times, plus retained engineering for ongoing development and improvement.
Tell us what you need to build.
Share a few details about your project and we will come back with questions, a view on approach and clear next steps.
Our team reviews every enquiry and replies within two working days.