FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Everything you might want to know before getting in touch.
About Ready Systems
What does Ready Systems do?
We're a UK bespoke software studio. We design and build custom software for SMEs - customer portals, internal operational systems, compliance and record-keeping tools, industry platforms and functional websites - built around how your business actually works.
How is Ready Systems different from a web agency?
Agencies mostly build brochure websites. We build working software, and we've built our own commercial software products (InkReady, KitchenReady, PocketReady and CostReady are live, with SalonReady and SkinReady in active development), so you get product and commercial thinking alongside the engineering.
I just need a website, not custom software - can you help?
If there's no booking, portal or custom workflow involved, our sister service ReadyOnline is a better fit: professional, done-for-you websites for local trades and small businesses from £29/month. When you outgrow a website and need real functionality, that's exactly where Ready Systems comes in.
How much does a project cost?
Most engagements start with a £500-£2,000 discovery sprint, then projects typically run £3,000-£30,000+ depending on complexity. Optional support is £99-£499/month. See the pricing page.
What is the discovery sprint?
A short, fixed-price first step where we map your process and produce a costed delivery plan you own - whether or not you go on to build with us. It removes the risk of committing to a big build on a vague brief.
How long does a build take?
A focused first tool is often a few weeks from discovery to launch; larger platforms take longer. You'll get a clear timeline at the end of discovery.
Do you only build compliance software?
No - compliance and record-keeping is a specialism (it's what our own products do), but we also build portals, operational systems, industry platforms and functional websites across many sectors.
Will I own the software?
Yes. You own your software. The support retainer is optional, and you're free to host elsewhere.
Where is data hosted?
On a serverless stack in UK/EU data centres, with GDPR-aware handling - important for regulated industries and any business handling personal data.
Can you build my SaaS product idea?
Yes. We've taken our own ideas from concept to live, paying customers and can do the same for yours - build, launch and commercial guidance included.
How do we get started?
Send a short enquiry via the contact page describing the problem. We reply within one working day with suggested next steps.