Founder-led UK software consultancy
Custom software for businesses that have outgrown spreadsheets
A UK software development partner for custom web apps, admin dashboards, CRM systems, automation tools, and cloud-ready business systems.
Services
What we do
We replace spreadsheets, email chains, and disconnected tools with web applications that are clear, secure, and built to last.
Custom Web Application Development
Full-stack web applications built around how your business actually works — not a template with your logo on it.
Learn more about Custom Web Application Development →Admin Dashboards and Internal Tools
A single place for your team to view data, manage tasks, and run day-to-day operations — replacing spreadsheet chaos.
Learn more about Admin Dashboards and Internal Tools →CRM and Client Management Systems
Track leads, clients, and follow-ups in a system built around your sales process — not a generic CRM you have to fight with.
Learn more about CRM and Client Management Systems →Booking, Scheduling, and Workforce Systems
Appointment booking, rota management, and shift scheduling — without double bookings, phone tag, or spreadsheet rotas.
Learn more about Booking, Scheduling, and Workforce Systems →API Integrations and Automation
Connect the tools you already use and automate the manual steps between them — so data flows without copy-paste.
Learn more about API Integrations and Automation →Cloud Deployment and Ongoing Support
Get your application hosted properly, deployed reliably, and supported after launch — not left on someone's laptop.
Learn more about Cloud Deployment and Ongoing Support →Packages
How we can help
Three common starting points. Projects are scoped after a free discovery call.
MVP Build
For startups or founders who need a first working version.
Get a focused first version of your product into the hands of real users — without overbuilding or committing to a large upfront scope.
- Core features scoped to validate your idea
- Responsive web application
- User authentication and basic admin
- Production deployment
Business System Build
For SMEs that need dashboards, CRM, booking systems, internal tools, or automation.
Replace spreadsheets, manual processes, and disconnected tools with a custom system built around how your business actually operates.
- Admin dashboards and internal tools
- CRM and client management
- Booking and scheduling systems
- API integrations and automation
Cloud, Maintenance & Support
For businesses with an existing system that needs hosting, fixes, deployment, monitoring, or improvements.
Keep your software running reliably and evolving as your business changes — whether we built it or you need a capable partner to take over.
- Cloud hosting and deployment setup
- CI/CD pipelines and environments
- Monitoring, backups, and security updates
- Bug fixes and performance improvements
Why us
Why businesses work with us
No inflated claims — just how we operate and what you can expect.
UK-based software consultancy
Based in Sheffield, registered in England & Wales, and working with businesses across the UK.
Founder-led delivery
You work directly with the technical lead building your software — no account managers or sales handoffs.
Clear project milestones
Every engagement is broken into defined stages with regular demos, so you always know what has been delivered and what comes next.
Source code ownership
You own the code we write for your project. Full repository access, documentation, and handover on completion.
Post-launch support available
We stay available after go-live for fixes, improvements, and guidance as your system and business evolve.
Secure development practices
Role-based access, encrypted connections, secure authentication, and sensible data handling built in from the start.
Cloud-ready architecture
Applications designed to run reliably in production — with proper hosting, deployment pipelines, and room to grow.
Transparent communication
Honest timelines, plain-language updates, and no jargon-filled progress reports. If something changes, you hear it early.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers — no sales spin.
What type of businesses does Alderstack work with?
- Mainly UK SMEs, startups, and growing teams — businesses that have outgrown spreadsheets, manual processes, or off-the-shelf tools but are not ready to hire a full in-house engineering team. Trades, service companies, consultancies, and early-stage product businesses are a common fit.
Can you build a custom dashboard or internal system?
- Yes — this is core work for us. Admin dashboards, internal tools, reporting panels, and workflow systems that replace spreadsheet-based operations are among the most common projects we take on.
Do you work with existing websites or apps?
- Yes. We can take on existing projects that need bug fixes, new features, integrations, performance improvements, or a proper cloud deployment setup. We will be honest if the existing codebase needs significant rework before it is worth extending.
Will we own the source code?
- Yes. You own the code we write for your project. On completion you receive full repository access, documentation, and a handover walkthrough. We do not retain ownership or charge ongoing licence fees for your application.
Do you provide support after launch?
- Yes. Post-launch support is available for bug fixes, small improvements, and guidance as your system evolves. Support can be arranged as an ongoing agreement or on an ad-hoc basis — we will discuss what makes sense for your project during scoping.
How does the project process work?
- It starts with a free discovery call to understand your situation. If it is a good fit, we put together a clear scope with timeline and cost. We then build in stages with regular demos so you can see progress and give feedback. The project ends with deployment, documentation, and handover — with support available after that.
Can you help with cloud deployment?
- Yes. We set up cloud hosting, deployment pipelines, staging and production environments, backups, and basic monitoring. This can be part of a new build or a standalone engagement if you have an existing application that needs proper infrastructure.
How do we get started?
- Send a project enquiry through our contact form or book a free discovery call. Tell us what you are dealing with — you do not need a technical specification. We aim to respond within one to two business days and will let you know honestly whether we are the right fit.
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