Cloud First
We leverage a cloud first approach to development, allowing for use-case matching, increased robustness, data resilience, automation leveraging IAAS API and efficient scaling.
Cloud Portable
We believe in being cloud agnostic, developing for deployment across AWS, Azure and Google, to match with customer preferences and avoid over-dependencies and Vendor Lock-in.
Built-in Tooling
MVPs often focus on delivering bare-bones functionality, and defer must-haves such as identity management, security and operational tooling. Our reference architecture includes from the outset, as a given, the tooling necessary for secure and scalable customer interaction.
Buy the Commodity, Build the Differentiator
We use off the shelf, open source, best of breed technology to deliver core functionality. We focus our time and your budget on building the key features that will differentiate the product and deliver value.
DevOps Strategy
Deploy as frequently as you want to, with all code peer reviewed, a fully automated pipeline from master, Liquibase for DB changes, immutable servers, session replication and connection draining to eliminate downtime and automate acceptance tests.
Near-shore Innovation Partners, Fuelling Success Globally
We tap into the richest talent markets globally to deliver for our clients using a Nearshore model – this offers competitive rates with working hours that fit your needs and drive collaboration
Digital Product Development
Innovative product design and development, crafting bespoke solutions and embracing agility for market-leading success.
App Modernisation
Revitalising and future-proofing your digital presence by seamlessly modernising legacy applications for enhanced efficiency and user experience.
Platform Engineering and Support
Ensuring operational excellence and precision engineering for continuous evolution, staying resilient and ahead in the dynamic digital landscape.
We live and breathe in the Cloud
Your nearshore development partner
24h Timezone cover
750+ Employees Worldwide
30 Years of Delivering Excellence
Our Work
Customer Success Stories
Digital Mortgages Solution
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Transparency of Management
Clients receive transparent access to task management and time tracking systems and are able to evaluate the project progress themselves.
Communication
Daily reports and communication over Teams, Skype or other communication channels will allow Clients to stay in touch with the team.
Flexibility of Scope
Clients can change tasks priority and scope of work at any time, and add new features to the backlog.
Team
Our team combines local presence for solution architecture and near shore development capability. We keep the teams small and encourage autonomy for better problem-solving
Locations
Our teams are based in Dublin (Ireland, GMT timezone), Cluj-Napoca, Iasi and Brasov (Romania , GMT+2h), Bogota (Colombia, GMT-5h) and Chicago (US, GMT-5) meaning we can combine on-site discovery and design phases with the near-shoring of build and support, offering the best of collaboration and value for money.
Language
All our developers and designers completed their university degrees through English, and are comfortable and completely fluent in the language. We encourage direct communications between the development teams and our customers’ product managers and owners.
Culture
Our hiring process focuses not just on technical skills but on attributes including curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We are not just order-takers. Our team engages and strives for the best outcomes
Locations
Our teams are based in Dublin, Ireland and Cluj-Napoca, Rumania (2 hours’ time difference) meaning we can combine on-site discovery and design phases with the near-shoring of build and support, offering the best of collaboration and value for money.
Language
All our developers and designers completed their university degrees through English, and are comfortable and completely fluent in the language. We encourage direct communications between the development teams and our customers’ product managers and owners.
Culture
Our hiring process focuses not just on technical skills but on attributes including curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We are not just order-takers. Our team engages and strives for the best outcomes
Tools and
technologies we use.
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Terraforming Tomorrow’s Infrastructure
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, businesses are continually seeking innovative solutions to manage their infrastructure efficiently – and for good reason.
Dynamic Theming in Modern Javascript Applications
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Employee Spotlight – Robert Drysdale
Introducing Rob Drysdale, the Director of Engineering at BoatyardX, whose role involves engaging with teams and customers worldwide, navigating the diverse landscape of technologies prevalent in today’s market.
Employee Spotlight – Paul Quinn
Introducing Paul Quinn, the Head of Technology Services at BoatyardX, where he oversees the operational side of the business, managing a team of platform engineers spread across Colombia and Romania
Zero to MVP Journey – Lessons Learned the Hard Way
Whether you are a startup or a large corporation, it’s likely you will face many of the same challenges in building the first version of a new product or application. We explore some of the critical success factors and lessons learned from supporting a broad range of clients in bringing new products to life.