Public sector · Public-sector agency
Custom Software Development and Software Factory
At Possition, we build custom software designed for the specifics of your processes. When standard solutions do not fit your needs, our team develops robust, scalable systems that integrate with your operation, for efficiency, full control, and a lasting competitive advantage.
What this service covers
When custom development makes sense
- You already tried standard tools and part of the process is always left out.
- Your operation depends on spreadsheets that keep getting more complex and fragile.
- You need several systems to work together and none of them does it well.
- The process is a competitive advantage and you do not want to reshape it to fit generic software.
- You handle sensitive information that requires full control of access and data.
Standard software vs. custom software
Standard software solves problems common to many companies: it is fast to adopt, but it forces you to work the way the tool decides. Custom software fits your process and evolves with it; it requires a larger initial investment, but it removes the hidden costs of forced processes, unused licenses, and the manual work that remains around the tool.
Custom software engineering and factory
- Internal management and operations systems.
- Multi-user web platforms with roles and permissions.
- Portals for customers, suppliers, or teams.
- Dashboards and indicator boards.
- Automations connected to the system.
- Integrations with ERP, CRM, and external services.
Development stages
- Diagnosis and process discovery.
- Functional design: what the system does, validated with you.
- Architecture: components, data, integrations, and security.
- Iterative development with working deliveries.
- Testing with real process data.
- Implementation, training, and maintenance.
Technologies
We work with modern, widely adopted technologies — Python, Node.js, React, SQL and NoSQL databases, cloud infrastructure — chosen for the problem, not for fashion. The criterion: that the system can be maintained by any competent technical team.
Maintenance and evolution
A custom system is not delivered and abandoned: it includes monitoring, bug fixes, and an evolution plan. We document the system so your company is never locked to a single vendor.
Spreadsheets, off-the-shelf software, and custom software: what fits
Before investing in custom development, it's worth comparing against the other two real options: sticking with what you have, or adopting an off-the-shelf tool.
| Criterion | Sticking with spreadsheets | Off-the-shelf software (SaaS) | Custom software |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial cost | None | Low-medium | High |
| Time until you can use it | Already using it | Immediate | Weeks or months |
| Fits your process 100% | Depends on the person in charge | No: you adapt your process to the tool | Yes |
| Scales with volume | No: it breaks | Up to the plan or license limit | Yes |
| Integrates with your other systems | Manual, copy-paste | Whatever the vendor allows | Built to fit |
| When it fits | Very low volume, simple process | Standard process, no real differentiators | Your process is a competitive advantage, or nothing off-the-shelf fits |
There's no "right" answer in the abstract: the question is whether your process is the same as any other company's in your industry, or different on purpose.
Real use cases
Commerce and business management · Companies running operations on Odoo
CRM and Odoo connected to the business
65% less time on duplicate data entry across systemsImplementation process
- 1
Diagnostic
We analyze your process and tell you what to automate, how, and what return to expect.
- 2
Implementation
We build the solution connected to your systems, with working deliveries and real tests.
- 3
Operation and improvement
We leave it running, train your team, and measure results.
The full detail, with deliverables per stage, is in how we work.
Guides to decide
Frequently asked questions
How much does custom software cost?
It depends on the scope: number of features, integrations, users, and process complexity. After the diagnosis we deliver a proposal with defined scope and costs. We write about the variables that drive cost on our blog.
What happens if the process changes later?
The system is designed to evolve: a modular architecture lets you add and change features without rebuilding everything. Changes are planned in evolution cycles.
Does the code stay in our hands?
Yes. The system, its code, and its documentation are in your company's name, with the access needed so another team can continue it if you decide to.
How long does it take to be ready?
It depends on the scope, but development is iterative: there are functional deliveries during the project, not a single delivery at the end. The diagnosis includes a concrete timeline.
Can I start with a small version and add features later?
Yes, it's the approach we recommend: a first version that covers the essentials, in production as soon as possible, and later cycles to add functionality based on real usage priority.
Does it integrate with the systems we already use (ERP, CRM)?
Yes, it's one of the most common reasons to choose custom development over an off-the-shelf product: we build the specific integration your combination of systems needs.
What technology do you use for development?
Modern, widely adopted technologies — Python, Node.js, React, SQL and NoSQL databases — chosen for the problem, not for trends, so any competent technical team can maintain it afterward.
Does your process need a system of its own?
Tell us what the tools you tried do not solve, and we will assess whether custom development is justified.