Freelance Software Developer
MY NAME IS IAN EVERALL…
I am a freelance software developer based in Cheshire, UK. I specialize in creating custom software solutions for small businesses.
I have experience working with and building business management portals, customer relationship management systems, and complex websites using content management systems, including eCommerce stores.
As a small business owner, it can be tempting to use cheap or free software to save money. However, this can often lead to problems that can frustrate your staff, upset your customers, and harm your search engine rankings. Investing in software that is tailored to your business needs can help you manage your business more effectively, improve your customer relationships, and open up new opportunities.
My focus is on providing high-quality software solutions for small businesses without breaking the bank. I have worked with a wide range of clients, including eCommerce stores and a custom portal that manages the health and welfare of hundreds of animals.
I offer freelance software development services to companies that provide software as a service and are used by hundreds of businesses and freelancers around the world.
THE COST OF FREE AND CHEAP SOFTWARE
I have seen it happen many times: websites that are broken, slow, and unprofessional; off-the-shelf software that is difficult to use and full of unnecessary features; and third-party services and systems that lock you out and take a big cut of your earnings.
Whether it’s an eCommerce site, a SaaS platform, or a blog, these issues can make your website unusable and cause functionality and security problems. Off-the-shelf software like CRMs, intranets, and portals often require long, complicated workarounds to get things done, and often only offer hosted options that force you to store your data with them.
Third-party services and systems can be even worse, as they can remove your access to their services without warning, potentially killing your business overnight. They can also allow your competitors to advertise on your products and services, further harming your business.
It’s important to invest in software and services that are tailored to your business needs and don’t come with these issues. This can help you manage your business more effectively and avoid these common problems.
HOW TO GET THE BANG FOR YOUR BUCK
Investing in custom software can be expensive, but by carefully identifying your specific business needs and only focusing on the key requirements, we can create a clear and concise list of features that will keep delivery time and costs down.
Once the initial project is complete and you start seeing a return on investment, we can iterate on your system and add more features and improvements over time.
Additionally, in some cases, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can recover a significant portion of the costs through R&D tax reliefs. Speak to your accountant to see if this is possible for your business.
If you’re interested in having a conversation about your software needs.