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Software development

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Achieving business success requires the right tools, and software is key in helping you get the job done. At Moat Builders we develop software solutions for small and medium-sized businesses to ensure you’re not just using technology but using it effectively to achieve your goals. 

If you’re struggling with outdated tools, underutilised systems, or unmet potential, you’re in the right place. Let’s use software to propel your business forward.

SOFTWARE THAT FITS

Your software solution depends on your needs. Sometimes, we build entirely new software to address complex or specific requirements. Other times, we use off-the-shelf tools to efficiently solve immediate challenges. 

No matter the approach, our solutions are always designed to get the job done without being overly complicated or unsuitable for your needs.

Whether building from scratch, using low-code platforms, or adapting existing tools, we ensure the technology is tailored to your business.

READY TO BRING SOFTWARE INTO YOUR BUSINESS?

We’ll build software that drives your business forward. Contact us today, and we’ll explore how we can help your business grow.
Moat Builders vs your other technology options
Outsourcing / Agency
Individual Contractors
In-House Team
Moat Builders
Support & Maintenance +
Post-implementation assistance and response times
Low

Attention is given when the project is active, but post-delivery support is rare.

Low

Unreliable with no long-term accountability.

Moderate

Support is on hand but compromised due to over-engineered solutions.

High

Success depends on long-term relationships.

Expertise & Experience +
Technical skills, industry knowledge, tailored solutions
Moderate

Varies widely, often junior-heavy.

Low

Limited skills that are hard to verify.

Moderate

Strong specialisation but lacks industry-wide exposure.

High

Seniority-matched, diverse experience with access to multiple skills.

Communication & Collaboration +
Responsiveness, team integration, effective information exchange
Low

Inconsistent, depends on provider and structure.

Moderate

Direct communication with the technical expert may lead to misunderstandings.

Moderate

Direct access but requires a manager.

High

Consistent, direct access without a manager.

Quality of Service +
Code quality, testing practices, user experience
Low

Quick fixes over long-term quality.

Moderate

Quality depends on individual skills.

Moderate

Risk of over-engineering and unnecessary complexity.

High

High-quality solutions tailored to the work.

Scalability & Flexibility +
Resource scaling, adaptability, evolving business needs
Moderate

Rapid scaling but contract-dependent.

Moderate

Flexible short-term but unreliable long-term.

Low

Hiring and training are slow, restricted by employment terms.

High

Retains project context with all necessary skills and no onboarding delays.

Cost & Sustainability +
All direct and indirect costs over the service lifecycle
Low

High indirect costs due to lack of continuity, turnover, and delayed support.

Low

Lower upfront costs but high hidden costs from rework and management overhead.

Low

High fixed costs, including salaries, benefits, and retention efforts, with hidden overhead from team management.

High

Predictable and transparent costs, optimising long-term investment by reducing hidden costs and increasing efficiency.

Support & Maintenance
Post-implementation assistance and response times
Expertise & Experience
Technical skills, industry knowledge, tailored solutions
Communication & Collaboration
Responsiveness, team integration, effective information exchange
Quality of Service
Code quality, testing practices, user experience
Scalability & Flexibility
Resource scaling, adaptability, evolving business needs
Cost & Sustainability
All direct and indirect costs over the service lifecycle
Outsourcing / Agency
Low
+

Attention is given when the project is active, but post-delivery support is rare.

Moderate
+

Varies widely, often junior-heavy.

Low
+

Inconsistent, depends on provider and structure.

Low
+

Quick fixes over long-term quality.

Moderate
+

Rapid scaling but contract-dependent.

Low
+

High indirect costs due to lack of continuity, turnover, and delayed support.

Individual contractors
Low
+

Unreliable with no long-term accountability.

Low
+

Limited skills that are hard to verify.

Moderate
+

Direct communication with the technical expert may lead to misunderstandings.

Moderate
+

Quality depends on individual skills.

Moderate
+

Flexible short-term but unreliable long-term.

Low
+

Lower upfront costs but high hidden costs from rework and management overhead.

In-House Team
Moderate
+

Support is on hand but compromised due to over-engineered solutions.

Moderate
+

Strong specialisation but lacks industry-wide exposure.

Moderate
+

Direct access but requires a manager.

Moderate
+

Risk of over-engineering and unnecessary complexity.

Low
+

Hiring and training are slow, restricted by employment terms.

Low
+

High fixed costs, including salaries, benefits, and retention efforts, with hidden overhead from team management.

Moat Builders
High
+

Success depends on long-term relationships.

High
+

Seniority-matched, diverse experience with access to multiple skills.

High
+

Consistent, direct access without a manager.

High
+

High-quality solutions tailored to the work.

High
+

Retains project context with all necessary skills and no onboarding delays.

High
+

Predictable and transparent costs, optimising long-term investment by reducing hidden costs and increasing efficiency.

STILL NOT SURE?

No problem. Contact us today, and we’ll discuss your software development options.