Software built around your business
Solweb is a custom software development company based in Ferndown, Dorset. Since 2000, we have been designing and building software solutions that help businesses operate more efficiently, connect their systems and remove the manual processes that hold them back.
We work with businesses of all sizes across the UK and internationally, from growing SMEs to established manufacturers and distributors. What unites our clients is a common need, software that fits the way they work, rather than forcing them to adapt to rigid, off the shelf solutions.
Over the past 25 years, we have delivered more than 500 projects, built long standing partnerships with leading software providers and developed a suite of proven products that continue to help businesses save time and reduce costs every day.
What we do
At our core, we solve problems. Whether a business needs to automate order processing, integrate their accounting system with an ERP platform, build a customer facing web portal, or transfer data between incompatible systems, we find the most effective solution and build it.
Our services span custom software and web development, EDI and data transfer, as well as ERP, third-party, and accounts integration solutions. Many of our projects involve a combination of these disciplines and our experience across all of them means we can take a holistic view of how technology supports your business.
We have also developed our own products including The Data Bridge®, Accounts Gateway® and WebPortal, which provide ready made foundations that can be tailored to your specific requirements, reducing development time and cost.
Our approach
Every project begins with a conversation. We take the time to understand your business, your processes and the challenges you face before proposing a solution. This ensures that what we build is genuinely useful, not just technically impressive.
1. Discovery
We meet with you to understand your current situation, your goals and the pain points in your existing processes. We look at what systems you already use and where the gaps and inefficiencies lie.
2. Evaluation
We assess the options available. Sometimes an off the shelf product can be adapted to meet your needs. In other cases, a bespoke solution is the right path. We also consider how any new development will integrate with your existing infrastructure, because software that works in isolation rarely delivers lasting value.
3. Proposal
We provide a clear brief outlining the proposed solution, the development timeline and a transparent quote. There are no hidden costs and no surprises. You know exactly what you are getting and when.
4. Development
Our developers build your solution using best practices and proven technologies. We maintain regular contact throughout the development process so you can review progress, provide feedback and see your project taking shape.
5. Testing and Review
Every solution undergoes rigorous testing before deployment. We work closely with you during this phase to ensure everything functions as expected in real world conditions, not just in a test environment.
6. Deployment and Support
Once signed off, we deploy your solution and provide comprehensive support. Our in house monitoring systems alert us to potential issues, often before you even notice them. We offer ongoing support packages so you can be confident that your software continues to perform as your business evolves.
Built for the long term
Businesses change. Processes evolve, regulations shift, staff move on and markets develop. We build all of our software with this in mind. Every solution we deliver is designed to be maintainable, scalable and adaptable so that when your business needs change, your software can change with it.
This is one of the key advantages of working with a dedicated development partner rather than relying solely on off-the-shelf products. When you need a modification, an upgrade, or an entirely new feature, we are here to deliver it, quickly and with a full understanding of your existing systems.
Our technology partnerships
We work alongside some of the most widely used business software platforms in the UK, integrating with systems including Sage, Xero, Access Financials (formally Access Dimensions), 123insight, Solidworks and Microsoft Dynamics CRM. Many of these partnerships have been in place for over a decade and our deep familiarity with these platforms means we can deliver integrations that work reliably from day one.
This breadth of experience also means we can advise you on the best approach for your specific setup, whether that involves connecting to an existing platform or building something entirely new.
Industries we work with
Our clients come from a wide range of sectors, including manufacturing, distribution, engineering, professional services, retail and healthcare. While the industries vary, the underlying challenges are often similar, disconnected systems, manual data entry, time-consuming reporting and processes that have outgrown the tools originally used to manage them.
We bring experience from across all of these sectors to every project, which means we can often identify solutions and efficiencies that might not be immediately obvious to businesses focused on their day to day operations.
Why choose Solweb
Based in Dorset, trusted across the UK and beyond
Our team is based at Cedar Office Park on the Ferndown Industrial Estate in Dorset, but our clients aren't. We work with businesses throughout the UK and Ireland, and have delivered projects for organisations in the United States and India.
The nature of what we build, system integrations, data automation, bespoke business software, means geography rarely matters. We work closely with our clients through regular calls, screen sharing and structured project updates, whether they're in Bournemouth or Belfast.
That said, if you're local to Dorset, Bournemouth, or Poole and prefer face to face meetings, we're always happy to meet in person.
- 30 years of experience - we have been building business software since 2000 and have the track record to prove it.
- Over 500 projects delivered - from small automation tasks to large-scale enterprise integrations.
- Proven products - The Data Bridge®, Accounts Gateway® and WebPortal are trusted by businesses across the UK.
- Long-standing partnerships - deep integration experience with Sage, Xero, Access Dimensions, 123insight and more.
- Comprehensive support - proactive monitoring and responsive support so your systems keep running.
- UK-based team - based in Ferndown, Dorset, working with businesses locally and internationally.