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Software development with an outsourced team

Standard software solves standard problems. If your business has its own processes, you need your own tools. At Suto we build them as your outsourced development team: monthly capacity, a prioritised backlog and continuity.

From complex web applications to mobile and desktop clients, every project is tackled with product vision, clean architecture and a long-term relationship.

Signs this is for you

If any of these sounds familiar, we can probably help.

We've asked for quotes and we're told it can't be done with standard software.
Our business works in a very particular way and we can't find a tool that fits.
We have a tool that's falling short and we need to move to something custom.
We want our own product without depending on a template or a limited SaaS.
We have an MVP built by others that needs stabilizing and evolving.
Licence and configuration costs already exceed what a custom build would cost.

Clean architecture

Typed, documented code ready to scale. We don't inherit technical debt, we avoid it.

Product thinking

We understand what truly solves your problem before writing any code.

Modern stack

TypeScript, PostgreSQL, containers, CI/CD and observability from the first commit.

Performance

We measure and optimize load times, queries and UX continuously.

How we work with you

Three clear phases from the first call until the system is running in your operation.

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Phase 01

Understanding your operation

We talk to your team and map real workflows, bottlenecks and priorities. We leave with a clear picture of what to solve first.

2

Phase 02

Technical design

Architecture, integrations with your current systems, risks and a phased plan. Before writing any serious code, we agree on the how.

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Phase 03

Go-live and support

Controlled rollout, team training, monitoring and early adjustments. We stay with you during the first weeks until everything runs on its own.

What we build

  • - Internal web platform for multi-warehouse logistics
  • - Mobile app for industrial machinery management
  • - B2B marketplace with real-time pricing and availability
  • - Control panel for industrial operations with connected hardware

What you get

Concrete outcomes. Not slides — things that run.

  • A tool built around how your team actually works, not the other way around.
  • Fewer human errors and fewer tasks that depend on someone remembering to do them.
  • Processes that used to live in people's heads and spreadsheets, now centralized in the system.
  • Business information available whenever you need it, without cross-checking files or asking anyone.
  • Full autonomy: the software is yours and you can evolve it with whoever you want.
  • An internal team trained and comfortable with the tool from day one.

What shapes a custom software project

Functional scope

Number of modules, roles, approval flows and operational exceptions the system must cover on day one versus later phases.

Integrations

ERPs, WMS, machinery, IoT sensors, third-party APIs or legacy files to connect without disrupting daily operations.

Users and deployment

How many people will use it, from which devices (web, mobile, shop floor) and whether high availability or isolated environments are required.

Operational criticality

If the software controls production, food traceability or real-time logistics, architecture and testing require more rigour.

Timeline and phases

Whether you need an MVP in weeks or a full platform over several quarters changes planning and team allocation.

Internal team

If you have in-house IT we can work hybrid; if not, we take more responsibility for deployment and training.

Every project is different. In a discovery call we analyse your case and propose a realistic scope, with no obligation.

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SaaS vs standard ERP vs custom software

Generic SaaSStandard ERPCustom software
Fit to your processesLimited configurationWide parameterisationDesigned from scratch for your operations
Initial time-to-valueFast for standard casesLong (implementation + setup)Medium: MVP in weeks, phased evolution
Flexibility to changeLow: vendor roadmap dependencyMedium: costly upgrades and customisationsHigh: evolve the product with your business
Code ownershipNoNo (licence)Yes, from the first commit
Industrial integrationsGeneric connectorsStandard modulesTailored: OPC-UA, MQTT, custom APIs
Long-term maintenanceSubscription + discontinuation riskLicence + upgrade consultingRetainer with a team that knows the system

Illustrative scenarios

Manufacturing shop with Excel-based planning

Context
A manufacturing company manages production orders, materials and times in shared spreadsheets.
Challenge
Version errors, no traceability and no real-time visibility of each order status on the shop floor.
Approach
Internal web panel connected to the existing ERP: visual planning, operator time logging and deviation alerts.
Outcome
Fewer planning errors, full batch traceability and management visibility without manual reports.

Multi-warehouse logistics operator

Context
A logistics operator coordinates several warehouses with different picking rules, cross-docking and carriers per client.
Challenge
The standard WMS does not cover commercial exceptions or the operator's own allocation logic.
Approach
Custom orchestration layer on top of the WMS: business rules, client portals and bidirectional sync.
Outcome
Unified operations without replacing the base WMS, fewer incidents from misapplied rules and clients with their own visibility.

Food company with strict traceability

Context
A food company must guarantee batch traceability, expiry dates and sanitary records at every stage.
Challenge
Paper processes and disconnected systems that make audits and incident response difficult.
Approach
Traceability system integrated with production and warehouse: scanning, batch genealogy and audit reports.
Outcome
Faster audits, batch-to-batch traceability in seconds and less recall risk from missing data.

B2B distributor with complex commercial rules

Context
A B2B distributor works with client-specific price lists, volume discounts and stock across several warehouses.
Challenge
The web catalogue and ERP do not share the same commercial logic; sales reps redo quotes manually.
Approach
Custom B2B portal with real-time pricing engine, consolidated stock and orders straight to the ERP.
Outcome
Sales reps freed from repetitive tasks, clients with reliable self-service and fewer order errors.

FAQ

How long until the first feature is in production?

In typical projects, between 6 and 10 weeks. We deliver in short phases so you start using the system while we keep building the rest.

Who owns the code?

You do. Every line is yours from the first commit, with no dependencies or lock-in. We hand over the repository, documentation and access to all infrastructure.

How do you work with our internal team?

We adapt to how you already work. We can lead development, support your technical team on specific parts or pair-program to transfer knowledge during the project.

What happens if requirements change mid-project?

That is expected. We work in short closed phases of a few weeks, so you can reprioritize between phases without renegotiating the whole project.

How do you scope a project without commitment on day one?

In a short discovery call we understand your operations, priorities and constraints. If it fits, we propose a phased scope with concrete deliverables. No pressure: if we are not the right partner, we will say so.

What technologies do you use?

TypeScript, React, Astro, Node.js and PostgreSQL as our usual base. We choose stack based on integrations, performance and your internal team, not trends.

Do you offer maintenance after launch?

Yes. Many clients continue with an evolution retainer: improvements, new features and support from a team that already knows your operations.

Can you integrate with our existing ERP or machinery?

Common in industrial projects. We connect ERPs, WMS, sensors, third-party APIs and legacy spreadsheets to eliminate manual re-entry.

How do you handle data migration from Excel or other systems?

We map sources, validate quality and migrate in phases with controls. We never cut over until the new system is validated in production.

Can the project qualify for R&D tax incentives?

In some cases, if the software delivers substantial technological novelty. It is not automatic: worth reviewing with a tax advisor. We help document the technical scope.

Do you work only in Spain?

We are based in Sabadell (Barcelona) and work with companies in Spain, Italy and the UK. The team is remote-first with meetings in Spanish, Catalan, English or Italian.

What do you need from us to get started?

A reference person in operations or IT, access to how you work today (even with spreadsheets and screenshots) and clarity on which problem to solve first. We handle the rest.

Want this covered by a monthly team?

If this is an ongoing need, a Suto plan may fit better than a closed project. We will tell you honestly which option makes sense.

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