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AI & Software Development Company for UK Businesses

Your product, built by a senior team that feels in-house

TopDevs designs and develops custom software, AI agents, web and mobile applications for UK businesses. From AI integration to full product delivery, we help move your roadmap forward without the delays of growing an in-house team.

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30 minutes. No sales pitch. Tell us what you need, and we’ll discuss the options, likely next steps and a realistic delivery approach.

Software Development & AI Challenges We Solve

Sound familiar?

Most businesses come to us with a specific problem. Whether it’s limited development capacity, legacy software or uncertainty about AI, we help find a practical way forward.

The problem

The roadmap keeps slipping and your team is at capacity.

What you get

Experienced development capacity that fits your existing workflow and helps move priority releases forward.

The problem

Hiring senior engineers in the UK is slow and expensive.

What you get

Senior engineering expertise without lengthy recruitment or the overhead of expanding your permanent team.

The problem

A legacy system is holding the business back.

What you get

Phased software modernisation, better integrations and targeted improvements without an unnecessary full rebuild.

The problem

You need an MVP to validate an idea or attract investment.

What you get

A focused MVP development plan, prioritised features and foundations that can evolve with the product.

The problem

A previous vendor left fragile, undocumented code.

What you get

A code review, stabilisation plan and a structured handover into ongoing software development.

The problem

Growth is putting pressure on your platform.

What you get

Architecture, cloud and DevOps improvements to support performance, reliability and future demand.

The problem

You want to use AI but don’t know where it will pay off.

What you get

A practical AI assessment, suitable automation use cases and a clearly scoped agent or integration pilot.

See how we approach AI

Recognise your situation? Tell us what you’re facing and we’ll recommend a sensible, low-risk next step — even if AI isn’t the answer.

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Our services

AI & Custom Software Development Services

One development partner for custom software, AI solutions, web and mobile products, cloud infrastructure and ongoing support. Work with us end-to-end or extend your existing team.

01.

Custom Software Development

Internal toolsPlatformsIntegrations

Bespoke business software designed around your workflows, users and existing systems.

You get: Fewer manual steps, better-connected tools and software built to evolve with your business.

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Operations manager checking a live orders dashboard on a tablet in a warehouse
02.

AI Agent Development & Automation

NewAI agentsWorkflow automationCRM integration

We develop custom AI agents connected to your CRM, email, documents and business tools to handle defined tasks, retrieve information and automate repetitive workflows.

You get: Less administration, faster processes and human approval for sensitive actions.

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Manager approving tasks prepared by an AI agent on a laptop
03.

Web Application Development

SaaSPortalsDashboards

Custom web applications, customer portals and SaaS platforms built for usability, performance and maintainability.

You get: A reliable web product your team can continue improving.

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Web application dashboard shown on a laptop and a mobile phone
04.

Mobile App Development

iOSAndroidCross-platform

Native and cross-platform mobile applications designed around your users, business goals and technical requirements.

You get: An intuitive mobile product with room for future features.

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Person using a mobile app on a smartphone at home
05.

MVP & Product Development

DiscoveryPrototypingLaunch

A focused first product release that tests the core idea with real users, without unnecessary features.

You get: A prioritised scope, a realistic launch plan and evidence to guide what comes next.

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Three mobile app screens from an MVP: onboarding, dashboard and habits list
06.

UI/UX Design

ResearchUX flowsDesign systems

Clear, user-focused interfaces for web applications, mobile products and internal systems.

You get: Simpler journeys, smoother onboarding and more usable digital experiences.

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Design system components: buttons, input fields, toggles and checkboxes
07.

AI Integration & Data

LLM integrationAI search (RAG)Analytics

Integrate large language models, AI-powered search, document processing and intelligent features into your existing applications and data workflows.

You get: Useful AI capabilities connected to the systems you already rely on.

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Internal tool with AI search answering a revenue forecast question, with sources and a forecast chart
08.

Cloud & DevOps

CI/CDMigrationCost optimisation

Cloud architecture, deployment automation and infrastructure improvements designed around your product needs.

You get: More dependable releases, scalable infrastructure and clearer running costs.

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Illustration of legacy servers migrating to auto-scaling cloud infrastructure
09.

QA & Testing

AutomationPerformanceSecurity

Manual and automated testing across web, mobile, APIs and integrated systems.

You get: Earlier issue detection and greater confidence in each release.

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QA review of a mobile app screen, with a magnifier highlighting a slightly misaligned button
10.

Modernisation & Support

RefactoringMaintenanceSLA support

Codebase improvements, legacy upgrades, performance fixes and ongoing maintenance for existing products.

You get: More maintainable software and a practical plan for continuous improvement.

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Tangled legacy code refactored into clean, modular architecture

AI, without the hype

AI Development That Delivers Business Value

We build AI agents and integrate AI into business software where there is a clear use case. We also use AI-assisted tools in development, with experienced engineers reviewing the work. The aim is useful automation, not AI for its own sake.

Where AI Pays Off

  • Repetitive work: sorting enquiries, processing documents and updating records.
  • Knowledge search: finding answers across approved company documents and policies.
  • First drafts: preparing summaries, reports and responses for human review.
  • Software delivery: AI-assisted coding and testing, reviewed by engineers.

Where It Needs Care

  • Accuracy: AI can produce incorrect answers and needs suitable checks.
  • Data privacy: what is shared with providers, where it is processed and UK GDPR.
  • Running costs: model usage and infrastructure expenses can rise with demand.
  • Provider dependence: model capabilities, pricing and terms can change.

How We Handle It

  • Human approval for consequential actions and customer-facing decisions.
  • Testing against representative business scenarios before release.
  • Appropriate access controls and clear data-processing arrangements.
  • Architecture and usage monitoring designed to retain practical flexibility.

AI agents

Custom AI Agent Development for Business

AI agents can retrieve information, use connected tools and complete defined steps within your workflows. We build integrations with systems such as CRM platforms, email, Slack, Teams, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, ERP software and databases, subject to access and technical requirements.

Customer support agent

Answers common questions using approved knowledge and escalates complex cases to a person.

HelpdeskWebsite chat

Sales & operations agent

Organises enquiries, updates CRM records and drafts follow-ups for review.

HubSpotSalesforce

Document processing agent

Extracts information from invoices, contracts and forms and routes it for validation.

FinanceERP

Internal knowledge assistant

Helps staff find information across permitted internal documents, with source references where supported.

SlackTeams
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Ways to work together

Flexible Software Development Engagement Models

Not sure which model fits? We’ll help you choose during the initial discussion.

Help me choose

Dedicated Team

A cross-functional team focused on your product and ongoing development.

Best for
Products with an evolving roadmap.
You control
You set priorities and backlog; we coordinate team delivery.

Fixed-Scope Project

A defined software or AI development project with agreed deliverables and commercial terms.

Best for
MVPs, AI pilots and clearly scoped builds.
You control
You approve the objectives and scope; we manage delivery against the agreement.
Most requested

Team Extension

Experienced developers who join your existing team and use your established tools and processes.

Best for
Additional capacity and specialist engineering skills.
You control
You manage day-to-day priorities and team integration.

Industries

Software & AI Solutions Across Industries

We work on digital products and business applications across sectors with different user, integration and operational requirements.

Fintech

Financial applications, payment integrations and investment platforms with security and regulatory requirements considered.

Healthcare

Patient-facing applications and healthcare workflows designed around sensitive information and appropriate controls.

E-commerce & retail

Commerce platforms, back-office integrations, AI search and customer support workflows.

Logistics

Tracking, routing and warehouse applications, including document and process automation.

EdTech

Learning platforms, educational applications and administration tools.

Real estate

Property listings, booking platforms and management applications.

SaaS & startups

MVPs, subscription products and scalable web platforms.

Media & entertainment

Content platforms, digital communities and user-facing applications.

Industry not listed?

Ask us. We may have worked on a similar technical challenge.

Technology

Technology Chosen for Your Product

Established, well-supported tools selected for your requirements, integrations, maintainability and operating costs.

Frontend

ReactNext.jsVue.jsAngularTypeScript

Backend

Node.jsPython.NETJavaPHP / Laravel

Mobile

SwiftKotlinReact NativeFlutter

Cloud & DevOps

AWSAzureGoogle CloudDockerKubernetes

AI & agents

OpenAIAnthropic ClaudeGoogle GeminiAzure OpenAIAWS BedrockLangChainLangGraphMCPRAGvector databases

Data

PostgreSQLMongoDBPyTorchPower BI

What this means for you

Software designed to remain maintainable and adaptable. For AI applications, we also assess model suitability, integration constraints, provider terms and running costs.

Talk to a tech lead Get a second opinion on your stack or architecture.

Why TopDevs

Why UK Businesses Choose TopDevs

The flexibility of an external development partner, with clear communication, senior engineering input and transparent delivery.

Your working hours

Agreed overlap with UK working hours for stand-ups, reviews and project discussions.

Code and IP ownership

Source-code access, confidentiality and IP arrangements defined clearly in the contract.

Full visibility

Shared project tracking, regular reviews and transparent reporting on progress and costs.

Senior-led, AI-assisted

Experienced engineers use appropriate AI tools while retaining human review and accountability.

Flexible by design

Engagement options that can adapt to changing priorities under agreed terms.

Low-risk start

A scoped discovery phase or pilot where appropriate, before committing to a larger build.

How we work

Our Software & AI Development Process

A straightforward process to align the scope, team, costs and delivery expectations before development starts.

  1. Step 1 of 5

    Discovery call

    Understand your goals, users, constraints and existing systems.

  2. Step 2 of 5

    Proposal

    Agree the recommended approach, scope, team, timeline and estimate.

  3. Step 3 of 5

    Team & kick-off

    Confirm responsibilities, communication and delivery tools.

  4. Step 4 of 5

    Build in sprints

    Develop, test and review working software regularly.

  5. Step 5 of 5

    Launch & grow

    Deploy, support and improve the product as requirements evolve.

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FAQ

Questions UK Clients Ask First

Didn’t find yours? Ask us directly and we’ll discuss the technical and commercial details.

How much does custom software or AI development cost?

Costs depend on the scope, integrations, security requirements, team and delivery model. A focused AI pilot, MVP and complex platform require different levels of work. We review your requirements before proposing an estimate or team rate.

Can you build AI agents and integrate AI into existing software?

Yes. We develop AI agents, LLM integrations, retrieval-based knowledge search and workflow automation for existing applications. Feasibility depends on your systems, APIs, data access and the actions the solution needs to perform.

Will the team work in UK hours?

We agree the required overlap with UK working hours during project planning, including meetings, sprint reviews and communication expectations.

Who owns the code and intellectual property?

Source-code ownership, IP transfer, repository access and handover arrangements are set out in the contract before work begins.

How quickly can you start?

The start date depends on the scope, specialist skills and team availability. After the initial discussion, we can confirm a realistic mobilisation and delivery plan.

Do you sign NDAs and consider UK GDPR?

We can discuss an NDA before receiving confidential information. For relevant projects, we assess data flows, access permissions, provider arrangements and applicable UK GDPR obligations.

Do we actually need AI, or would automation work better?

Not always. Rule-based automation can be simpler and more predictable for structured tasks. AI is useful when work involves unstructured documents, natural language or information retrieval. We recommend the approach that fits the process.

Is our data safe if we use AI?

AI data protection depends on the architecture and providers selected. We assess what data is processed, where it goes, who can access it and whether human approval or additional safeguards are needed. No AI system should be described as risk-free.

Let’s talk

Tell Us What You’re Building

Share a few details about your software or AI project. We’ll review the requirements and suggest a sensible next step, whether that is discovery, an AI pilot or a development team.

  • Free 30-minute consultation
  • NDA available on request before sharing confidential information
  • Initial estimate or delivery approach after reviewing your requirements

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