Software shaped around your exact workflows
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Custom Software Development
Tailor-made software and web applications that streamline processes, automate repetitive work and boost productivity across your organisation.
Connected to your goals
Custom Software Development in Nairobi, built around your business.
Off-the-shelf tools rarely fit the way Kenyan businesses actually work. We build scalable, secure custom software — from inventory, billing and school management systems to customer portals and mobile-ready web apps — designed around your workflows and ready to grow with you.
We start with your priorities, agree a clear scope and transparent quote, and deliver a solution that is dependable and ready to grow with you — with support long after launch.
Business management systemsWeb & mobile-ready applicationsIntegrations & automationOngoing updates & support
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What you gain
Practical outcomes you can measure in your day-to-day business.
Fewer manual errors through automation
Real-time reports for better decisions
Secure, cloud-ready systems that scale with you
How we deliver
A clear, simple process
Discover
We learn your goals, audience and challenges.
Plan & quote
You receive a clear scope, timeline and transparent quote.
Build
We deliver with regular updates and your feedback.
Launch & support
We go live, train your team and stay on hand.
Sub-services
Everything under Software
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Business management systems
Inventory, POS, billing, HR and payroll systems tailored to your operations.
From KES 150,000View details
School management systems
Admissions, fees, results, timetables and parent communication in one place.
From KES 120,000View details
Customer & client portals
Secure portals for customers to track orders, pay invoices and raise requests.
From KES 100,000View details
Mobile-ready web apps
Fast apps that run in any browser and install on phones like native apps.
From KES 120,000View details
API integrations & automation
Connect M-Pesa, SMS, email, accounting and existing tools to remove manual work.
From KES 50,000View details
Support & upgrades
Bug fixes, new features, hosting and performance monitoring after launch.
From KES 20,000View details
ERP & inventory systems
Stock, procurement, sales and accounts linked across branches.
From KES 200,000View details
USSD & SMS solutions
Reach customers on any phone with USSD menus and bulk SMS.
From KES 80,000View details
Data migration & reporting
Move data from spreadsheets and old systems into clear dashboards.
From KES 40,000View details
HR & payroll systems
Staff records, leave, attendance and KRA-compliant payroll with PAYE, SHIF, NSSF and Housing Levy.
From KES 120,000View details
Android & iOS mobile apps
Native-feel mobile apps for customers or staff, published on Google Play and the App Store.
From KES 180,000View details
AI chatbots & workflow automation
WhatsApp and website chatbots plus automations that answer customers and cut repetitive work.
From KES 60,000View details
Web appsREST APIsPostgreSQLM-Pesa DarajaSMS gateways
Why it matters
Custom Software Development for Kenyan businesses
When spreadsheets, paper records and disconnected apps slow your team down, custom software brings everything into one secure system. We build tools around how your business actually works — including M-Pesa, SMS, KRA eTIMS and accounting integrations — so your staff spend less time on admin and you get live reports to make better decisions.
Who it’s for
- Growing businesses that have outgrown spreadsheets
- Organisations with several branches or departments
- Companies that need M-Pesa, SMS or eTIMS automation
- Teams whose current software no longer fits their workflow
What’s included
- Discovery workshop and written requirements
- Clickable prototype before development starts
- Role-based access and audit trails
- Integrations with M-Pesa, SMS, email and accounting
- Data migration from your existing records
- Staff training, documentation and support
Problems we solve
Sound familiar?
One system where information is captured once and shared everywhere.
Automatic dashboards updated in real time.
Payments matched to invoices automatically.
Frequently asked questions
Should I buy ready-made software or build custom?
Ready-made products are faster and cheaper to start; custom software suits unique workflows. We offer both and will advise honestly.
Who owns the software?
Ownership terms are agreed upfront in your contract and quote.
Can it work on phones?
Yes, we build mobile-ready web apps that work in any browser and can be installed on phones.
What happens after launch?
We provide support, bug fixes and upgrades so the system grows with your business.
Instant quote
Generate your quote
Pick the services you need and get an indicative price range in seconds, then send it to our team.
Questions
Frequently asked
How do you price custom software?
We scope your requirements first, then give a fixed quote broken into clear milestones.
Can it connect to M-Pesa or our existing tools?
Yes — we integrate with M-Pesa, SMS, email, accounting software and more.
Who owns the software?
You do. You receive the system and full rights once the project is paid.
Do you build mobile apps?
We build mobile-ready web apps that install on phones, and can advise on native apps when needed.
Is our data secure?
We use encrypted connections, role-based access and regular backups by default.
Can we start small?
Yes. We often deliver a first version with core features, then grow it in phases.
Areas we serve
Software Development across Kenya
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