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Mobile apps connected to the systems you already run

Most business apps are a window onto a system: orders, jobs, bookings or accounts. We build the app and the backend together, so mobile, web and admin work from the same data and the same rules.
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§ 01Is this you?

You're likely in the right place if…

  • 01Field staff need to update records away from a desk.
  • 02Customers expect to book, order or track from their phone.

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§ 02Deliverables

What we build

  1. 01

    Cross-platform apps

    One codebase for iOS and Android where native features aren't the core requirement.

  2. 02

    Shared backend

    The same database, auth and APIs as your web platform and admin.

  3. 03

    Offline-aware flows

    Capture work without signal and sync when back online.

§ 03Approach

How we build it

  1. Web first when it's enough

    A mobile-optimised web app is sometimes all you need. We'll tell you when an app store release is worth it.

Typical stack

  • React Native
  • Expo
  • TypeScript
  • Supabase
  • PostgreSQL
§ 04FAQ

Questions about mobile applications

01Do we need a native app or will a web app do?

If users mainly need access on the go, a mobile-friendly web app is often enough and cheaper to maintain. A store app makes sense for offline use, push notifications or device features. We'll recommend honestly.

02Can the app share data with our website and admin?

Yes. The app, website and admin panel use the same backend, so everyone works from the same data.

03Do you publish to the App Store and Google Play?

Yes. We prepare the store listings and builds and publish them under your developer accounts.

04How is the price decided?

After a short study of your process we send a written scope with fixed deliverables, timeline and price. Nothing is charged before you approve it; payment is typically 50% to start and 50% on delivery.

05Who owns the work when it's finished?

You do. Code, accounts and documentation are handed over in your name once the project is paid.

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Next step

Ready to talk about mobile applications?

Share your current site or idea. We'll tell you what we'd keep, what we'd change and what the build would involve.

Free first conversation · No obligation · NDA on request

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