01 TOO MANY VERSIONS
One spreadsheet.
Then another. And another.
Critical processes live in files. Finding the right version becomes a job of its own.
Software that works
the way you work.
Your workflows. Your people. Your next stage of growth.
Replace disconnected tools with custom software that brings it all together.
A free first conversation. A practical next step.
FROM DISCONNECTED TOOLS
SpreadsheetsAnother version to check
Email threadsAnother update to chase
Manual processesAnother task to repeat
BUSINESS OVERVIEW
A clearer picture of your day.
Your customersOne shared view
Your operationsEvery step connected
Your insightReady when you are
Work, moving forward EXAMPLE WORKFLOWS
Customer onboardingReady
Project handoverAssigned
Weekly reportingScheduled
Designed around your processCRM · OPERATIONS · REPORTING
LESS CHASING. MORE DOING.Let the next step happen.
Enquiry received
Customer record created
Follow-up assigned
01 A BETTER WAY TO WORK
Your business has grown.
Your tools haven’t caught up.
What started as a quick workaround becomes the way everything runs. And your team becomes the connection between it all.
A FAMILIAR WORKING DAYWorkflow
One spreadsheet.
02 TOO MANY HANDOVERS
Your team fills the gaps
between your tools.
Copying information, chasing replies and re-entering the same details keeps work moving — slowly.
03 TOO LITTLE VISIBILITY
You need an answer.
First, you need an export.
Getting the full picture means pulling data together and checking it manually, every time.
Give your team a better way forward.
Connect the work in software built around your business.
02BUILT FOR THE WAY YOU WORK
Connect the dots.
Change the day-to-day.
Your business has its own way of working. Your software should too. We bring the right pieces together.
AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT CONNECTED CAN LOOK LIKE 01—03
THE TRIGGERA new enquiry arrives Captured
YOUR CUSTOM SOFTWARECreate customer record Connected
THE NEXT STEPAssign the right person Ready to go
One customer. One record.
Keep the conversation, the context and the next step together.
Custom CRM & business software/01
Your customers. The full picture.
Bring customer relationships, sales and day-to-day operations into software that follows your process.
Explore Custom CRMWorkflow & system automation/02
Let the routine take care of itself.
Connect your tools, remove repeated data entry and keep approvals, updates and handovers moving.
Explore AI & automationCustomer portals & platforms/03
A better way to stay connected.
Give customers and teams a clear, secure place to access documents, services and the information they need.
Explore Custom softwareAI integration & business insight/04
Intelligence with a job to do.
Turn data into useful decisions with practical AI features, operational dashboards and connected reporting.
Explore AI & automationMobile app development/05
Your business. In their hands.
Give customers and teams an intuitive mobile experience, connected to your platform and ready for work on the move.
Explore Mobile appsAPI & system integration/06
Separate tools. Shared information.
Connect the software you already rely on, so customer records, orders and updates move reliably between your systems.
Explore Custom softwareAnd wherever your business goes.
Web, mobile and backend development, brought together by one team.
03PROOF IN THE PRODUCT
Good software.
Real-world impact.
From operational platforms to digital experiences. A selection of the work behind our thinking.
Explore our portfolioAvenor01 / 05
PROPERTY INTELLIGENCE, CONNECTED.CUSTOM CRM / PROPERTY INTELLIGENCE
Avenor
An entire property business. One connected view.
The challengeTurn connected property and contact data into useful prospecting workflows.
What we deliveredA property intelligence CRM with relationship views, maps, a power dialer, automation and AI insights.
View case studyXavier AI02 / 05
AI PLATFORMAI PLATFORM / MEMBERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Xavier AI
Expert insight, thoughtfully delivered.
The challengeCreate a premium consulting platform with secure accounts and paid access.
What we deliveredAn AI strategy platform with MemberStack authentication, gated insights and integrated payments.
View case studyBallify03 / 05
MOBILE APPMOBILE APP / APPLIED AI
Ballify
From game footage to the moments that matter.
The challengeMake lengthy basketball footage useful for players, parents and coaches.
What we deliveredA mobile app connecting video uploads with AI-powered highlights, performance analytics and sharing.
View case studyAvana Residences04 / 05
PROPERTYPROPERTY / DIGITAL EXPERIENCE
Avana Residences
A considered experience for a considered home.
The challengeBalance a luxury presentation with the practical information property buyers need.
What we deliveredA responsive property experience bringing residences, amenities and floor plans into a clear discovery journey.
View case studyGUAVARR05 / 05
MARKETPLACEMARKETPLACE / BUSINESS OPERATIONS
GUAVARR
A marketplace with every moving part connected.
The challengeCoordinate shopping, vendors, subscriptions and delivery without complicating the customer journey.
What we deliveredA complete grocery marketplace with vendor tools, subscription journeys, delivery workflows and dashboards.
View case study04 MORE THAN A DEVELOPMENT BRIEF
Your business, understood.
Your software, considered.
Good software starts with the right questions. We connect the way your business works with the design and engineering to move it forward.
01START WITH THE BUSINESS
The problem before the platform.
We map your workflows, listen to your team and define what needs to improve before choosing the technology.
02CONNECT THE WHOLE PRODUCT
One joined-up way of thinking.
Design, web, mobile and backend development come together, so the experience and the engineering work as one.
03LOOK BEYOND THE LAUNCH
Built for what comes next.
We plan handover, ownership and support with you, with a clear approach to improving the system as your needs change.
From the first conversation to what comes next.
Tell us about your project05CUSTOM IS A CHOICE. MAKE IT A GOOD ONE.
The right fit.
Not just more software.
Sometimes a ready-made tool does the job. Sometimes your workflows need a closer fit. We help you weigh integrations, flexibility and ongoing support before deciding what to build.
A READY-MADE START
Off-the-shelf software
For established needs and familiar processes.
- Your workflow
- Configure the features and processes available.
- Your connections
- Use supported integrations and extensions.
- Your next move
- Grow with the provider’s product roadmap.
MAKES SENSE WHENA proven tool already meets your core requirements.
A PURPOSE-BUILT FIT
Software built around you
For workflows that need a different approach.
- Your workflow
- Design around the way your business operates.
- Your connections
- Connect your systems within the agreed scope.
- Your next move
- Prioritise changes around your business goals.
MAKES SENSE WHENThe value of a tailored solution justifies the investment.
Start with the right question, not a fixed answer. Custom isn’t always cheaper. We weigh scope, value and long-term cost with you. Ownership and support terms are agreed for each project.
Find your fit06NO GUESSWORK ABOUT WHAT’S NEXT
A clear path.
From idea to everyday use.
A structured delivery process, with your business involved at every important step.
Talk through your project- 01
Discovery & consultation
We map your goals, users and current processes. The business problem comes first.
- 02
Planning & requirements
Together we define the scope, priorities, architecture and delivery milestones.
- 03
Design & prototyping
Review the workflows and interfaces before development moves ahead.
- 04
Development
We build in focused stages, with opportunities to review and give feedback.
- 05
Testing & quality assurance
We check functionality, usability, integrations and performance against the agreed scope.
- 06
Launch & ongoing support
Plan deployment, handover and any ongoing maintenance or improvements you need.
MODERN ENGINEERING.
PRACTICAL CHOICES.
React
Next.js
Node.js
Python
FastAPI
TypeScript
PostgreSQL
AWS07BEFORE WE GET STARTED
A few questions.
Some clear answers.
Have something more specific in mind? That’s what the first conversation is for.
Tell us about your project01How much does custom software development cost?
The cost depends on the workflows, integrations, users and complexity. This service is aimed at requirements around £5,000–£50,000+, but that is a guide, not a fixed price or minimum. Tell us your budget, even if you are unsure or working with less. We will discuss a practical scope before proposing a price.
02How long does a project take?
A focused internal tool and a multi-module platform have very different timelines. After discovery, we agree priorities, milestones and a delivery plan. Where useful, we can discuss a smaller first release and add capabilities in later phases.
03Can you improve or replace our existing system?
Yes. We can assess the existing application, data and workflows, then discuss improvements, integrations or a replacement. Migration and continuity requirements are considered as part of the scope.
04Can you integrate with our current software?
We build API and system integrations. Feasibility depends on the access, APIs, permissions and data quality available in your existing tools. We check these dependencies during discovery.
05Can you build web and mobile applications?
Yes. ZakCodeX delivers web applications, mobile applications and backend systems. We select the approach around your users, requirements and maintenance needs.
06Can you work alongside our internal team?
We can discuss collaboration with your product, operations or engineering team, including responsibilities, access, communication and handover. The working arrangement is agreed before delivery.
07What happens after launch?
We plan deployment and handover with you. Ongoing maintenance, monitoring, support and further development can be agreed separately, with clear scope and responsibilities.
08Will custom software always be the right choice?
No. An existing product or a small integration may solve the problem more effectively. Custom development makes sense when your workflows, integration needs or product requirements cannot be met well by standard tools.
09How do we get started?
Tell us what you want to build, replace or improve using the project form. We review your requirements and contact you to discuss the next step. A proposal follows once there is enough detail to define a realistic scope.
08YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE
A better way to work.
Let’s talk about yours.
Tell us what you want to improve, replace or bring to life. You don’t need a finished brief. Start with the problem you want to solve.
Free initial conversationNo obligation
Your details are used to respond to your enquiry.
A USEFUL FIRST CONVERSATION
- 01
Your business, in focus.
We review your goals, your current tools and what’s getting in the way.
- 02
An honest view of the possibilities.
Talk through scope, feasibility and the approach that makes sense.
- 03
A practical next step.
Where there’s a fit, agree a route towards a scoped proposal.