Custom Software as a Subscription

Bespoke software that fits your business. Not the other way round.

Tailored, bespoke software for UK SMEs, delivered and maintained on a simple monthly subscription. No upfront costs. No lock-in. Just software built around the way you work.

£0
Upfront Cost
100%
UK-Based Team
4–6
Weeks to First Release
20+
Years of Experience
24/7
Hosting & Support
The Problem

Why most SMEs are stuck with software that doesn't fit

Off-the-shelf tools force you to change how you work. Custom builds cost a fortune. Sound familiar?

01

Sky-high upfront costs

Traditional bespoke software demands £50k–£150k+ before you see a single screen. That's a non-starter for most SMEs.

02

Months of waiting

Long discovery phases, waterfall timelines, and scope creep mean you're waiting 6–12 months for something that might not even work.

03

Off-the-shelf compromises

SaaS tools are built for everyone, which means they're built for no one. You end up with workarounds, spreadsheets, and frustration.

04

No internal IT capacity

You don't have a CTO or dev team. You need a partner who understands your business, not just the technology.

The Alternatives

Why the usual options fall short

SMEs typically choose between three imperfect options. There's a better way.

Freelancer

One-person band
  • Single point of failure — what if they're ill or busy?
  • Limited skill range across design, dev, and infrastructure
  • No long-term support or maintenance guarantee
  • Difficult to scale when your needs grow

Off-the-Shelf SaaS

Generic software
  • Forces you to adapt your workflows to fit the tool
  • Per-seat pricing adds up fast as your team grows
  • Limited customisation — you get what everyone gets
  • Your data lives on someone else's terms

Traditional Agency

Big budget required
  • £50k–£150k+ upfront before anything is delivered
  • 6–12 month timelines with no guarantee of fit
  • Support and updates billed separately on top
  • Often outsource the actual development offshore

With Shoothill as a Service, you get the best of all worlds

Full UK-based team of designers, developers, and project managers
Bespoke software built around your exact workflows
No upfront cost — just a predictable monthly subscription
Ongoing support, hosting, and continuous improvements included
Working software delivered in weeks, not months
Scales with your business — add features as you grow
The Transformation

From workarounds to working software

Before Shoothill

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Juggling 5+ separate tools that don't talk to each other

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Manual data entry and duplicate spreadsheets everywhere

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No real-time visibility into business performance

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£50k+ quoted for bespoke development with no guarantees

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Relying on offshore teams with communication barriers

With Shoothill

One bespoke platform built around your exact workflows

Automated processes that eliminate manual busywork

Live dashboards showing the metrics that matter to you

Predictable monthly cost with no capital expenditure

UK-based team you can call, visit, and trust

Our Services

Six ways we help SMEs work smarter

Each service is bespoke to your business, delivered fast, and maintained as part of your subscription.

01

Custom CRM

CRM that fits your business like a glove.

Bespoke customer relationship management that matches your sales and service workflows — not the other way around.

02

Custom ERP

Unite your operations with a bespoke ERP.

Integrated systems that unify finance, inventory, projects, and operations into a single bespoke platform designed for you.

03

Custom Accounting Tools

Finance software tailored to you.

Bespoke finance software built around your specific accounting processes — invoicing, reporting, compliance — not someone else's.

04

Workflow Automation

Automate the busywork in your business.

Eliminate repetitive tasks and connect your systems with bespoke automations and API integrations tailored to your processes.

05

Client Portals

Give your clients a custom online portal.

Bespoke, branded portals that give your clients 24/7 access to updates, documents, and support — your brand, your way.

06

Data Dashboards

Get instant insights with custom dashboards.

Bespoke, interactive dashboards that visualise your key business metrics and support better, faster decisions.

Already running legacy systems?

We specialise in migrating businesses from outdated, unsupported software to modern, maintainable platforms — without disruption to your day-to-day operations.

Safe, structured data migration from any existing system
Run old and new systems in parallel during transition
Zero-downtime cutover when you're ready to switch
Full staff training and onboarding included
Trusted by SMEs across key sectors

Manufacturing

Production tracking, inventory management, and quality control systems

Construction

Project management, site reporting, and resource planning tools

Professional Services

Client portals, time tracking, and bespoke billing systems

Logistics & Distribution

Route optimisation, fleet tracking, and delivery management

Plain English

What we actually do for you

No jargon. Here's what our work looks like in business terms.

You might say… What we deliver
"We're drowning in spreadsheets" A bespoke system that replaces manual data entry with automated workflows
"Our CRM doesn't fit how we sell" A CRM built around your exact sales process, pipeline, and reporting needs
"I can never get the numbers I need quickly" A live dashboard showing your KPIs, updated in real-time, accessible anywhere
"Our clients keep chasing us for updates" A branded client portal where they can self-serve status, documents, and comms
"We waste hours on repetitive admin" Bespoke automations that handle the busywork so your team can focus on value
"Our systems don't talk to each other" Bespoke integrations that connect your tools into one seamless operation
How It Works

From first call to live software in weeks

A clear, predictable process with no surprises. Here's what your first few months look like.

Week 1
Free

Discovery & Scoping

  • Free consultation to understand your business
  • We map your workflows and pain points
  • You receive a clear proposal with monthly pricing
  • No obligation — if it's not right, you walk away
Weeks 2–4

Design & Build Sprint

  • UI/UX design aligned to your brand and workflows
  • Agile development with weekly progress demos
  • Your feedback shapes every iteration
  • First working version ready for review
Months 2–3

Launch & Onboarding

  • Go live with your bespoke software
  • Team training and onboarding support
  • Data migration from existing systems
  • Hosted, secured, and monitored by us
Month 4+

Ongoing Partnership

  • Continuous improvements based on real usage
  • New features as your business evolves
  • Hosting, maintenance, and security updates included
  • Dedicated account manager and support
Why Shoothill

A partner, not just a provider

We're not a faceless SaaS company or an offshore agency. We're a UK software team that's been building bespoke digital solutions for over 20 years.

100% UK-Based
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Every developer, designer, and project manager is in-house and UK-based. No offshore outsourcing, no communication barriers, no timezone headaches.
Predictable Pricing
Subscription Model
One monthly fee covers everything: development, hosting, support, and ongoing improvements. No surprise invoices, no scope-creep charges.
Proven Technology
Enterprise-Grade Stack
We use reusable, battle-tested frameworks that accelerate delivery without compromising quality. You get enterprise-grade software at SME-friendly pricing.
Long-Term Thinking
Ongoing Partnership
We succeed when you succeed. Our model is built on long-term partnerships, not one-off projects. Your software grows as your business grows.
Real Results

What our partnerships deliver

Here's what Shoothill as a Service looks like in practice across different sectors.

Unified Operations Platform

Manufacturing
  • Replaced 4 disconnected systems with one bespoke platform
  • 40% reduction in manual data entry across production and dispatch
  • Real-time production dashboard visible to management and shop floor

Client Portal & Billing System

Professional Services
  • Branded portal giving clients 24/7 access to project updates
  • Automated invoicing cut billing admin from 2 days to 2 hours per month
  • Client satisfaction scores increased by 35% within 6 months

Project & Resource Tracker

Construction
  • Live visibility across all active sites, labour, and materials
  • Mobile-first design for site managers reporting from the field
  • 15% improvement in project margin through better resource allocation

Ready to modernise your business?

Book a free, no-obligation consultation. We'll discuss your challenges, map out a solution, and show you exactly what your subscription would look like.