Bespoke Software
Why Bespoke Software?
Bespoke Software is custom developed to your unique requirements.
Bespoke software is custom written
to meet your requirements.
It makes running a business more efficient. You are freed from restrictions and frustration associated with off-the-shelf software.
Advantages of Bespoke Software
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Bespoke software is easy to use because it works
the way you work.
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You are in control - changes can be implemented quickly, as your business grows, or to meet new legislation or business requirements. |
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Bespoke
software precisely matches your working practices, resulting in improved efficiency, less supervision, fewer errors
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Bespoke applications increase productivity, and reduce costs by
automating repetitive tasks.
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Your own software differentiates you from
the competition with unique and better products and services.
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Business information
is easier to understand because bespoke applications incorporate
your business know-how.
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Information can be integrated from existing applications, suppliers and customers. |
Bespoke Software v Off The Shelf
A custom application can
be a better solution than standard software application. Standard products are designed for a wide range of businesses and can never exactly work to your specific business.
Costs can be deceptive as off the shelf software may not include setup, data import, customisation of reports, support nor
your own learning time.
Off-the-shelf software caters for a wide range
of organisations and may include many functions you
will never use. Generic screens, not specific to your business, may be much slower, harder to user than a bespoke software screen built.
Custom software can actually
cost
less,
especially for large number of users.
With PSS you pay a one off fee regardless of the number of users.
Why Choose PSS for Bespoke Software?
Commitment to not stop till software is working reliably
Value - affordable high quality, willsacrificing quality Low overheads
With PSS there are no hidden costs, no license or rental fees, common with off-the-shelf packages.
Long Term Relationships with clients
Proven Track Record - Established 1991
If you are not technically minded, don't worry. I am a good communicator and talk
in simple, jargon free language, and will take the time it requires to fully understand your requirements.
Ask my clients.
Work directly with me, an experienced programmer, someone oversesa or through an account/sales manager.
I pay attention to detail, and will deliver exactly what was promised.
Bespoke Software from PSS
A Succesful software project depends largely the quality of the developer you use. Throughout this site you will find examples of projects I have completed together with feedback from satisfied customers. I hope this convinces you that PSS will be a good choice for your business.
Whatever your business and application, whether office or web based, I take your ideas and make them real.
I am based in Lancashire, North West England, UK.
Problems with Offshore Development
Software developed offshore in countries such as India, may appear attractive based on on cost.
But there are potential downsides:
- Problems working across different time zones, different cultures, and languages.
- Lack of face to face meetings, make it harder to develop deep understanding.
- The development process can take much longer and you may not end up with what you want.
Developing customised software locally, saves
you time, are cost effective and can grow with your business grows.
Bespoke Software Development Process
Consultation
It takes time to precisely understand and quantify your needs, very often clients have vague and sometimes conflicting requiremts, thse have to be resolved before progressing.
Specification & Quotation
Detailed fixed price costed quotation with timetable.
Software can be developed or as an on-going collaboration with continual development.
3 - Development
It is important that you see the software as it is being built, rather than only when it is finishedDeveloped in stages. You approve
and comment at every phase.
5 - Testing and Handover
I do not stop until your application is completely reliable.
6 - Support
I continue to support and
maintain software after the initial project is completed.
7 - On-Going Development and Enhancements
Outgrown Excel?
Often business or departmental data
is held excel spreadsheets. This is often fine to get things started, when the data is simple, or only a couple of people of need access.
Overtime, as more data is added, as the complexity of the data increases, or as data becomes fragmented in personal folders, using Excel starts to become a bottle neck.
Excel work sheets can only be updated one person at a time, or collecting sales figures means opening multiple documents.
Converting from Excel to a bespoke database application can:
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save time (eg copy and pasting) by automating repetitive tasks |
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make data easier to locate by adding sophisticated query functions |
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allow data to be easily
shared and updated
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improve reliability and consistency by adding validation rules |