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What things cost, whether to build or buy, and how to replace old systems safely.
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Costs and pricing · 6 min read
How much does bespoke software cost in the UK in 2026?
Real figures from projects we've delivered, what moves the price, the costs people forget, and how to get a quote you can trust.
Legacy modernisation · 6 min read
How do you replace an Access database or Excel spreadsheet with a web app?
The four routes, from moving Access data to SQL Server to Power Apps or a custom web app, how to switch without losing data, and what to check first.
Build or buy · 5 min read
Build or buy? Bespoke software vs off-the-shelf for UK businesses
When a subscription is the right answer, when bespoke software pays for itself, how to compare the real cost, and how to switch without disruption.
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