Business Services

Business Services

We offer a wide range of software development services from the upsizing of small business database applications (e.g. Access to SQL Server) though to Web enabling business systems and enterprise level strategic solutions.

Through our consultancy services, appraisals and feasibility studies of existing systems, we are confident that we are able to offer you the best advice for maximising the benefits to your organisation.

Bluespine is committed to establishing long-standing, relationships with its clients, by delivering quality solutions and first class Customer Service and Support. Always being prepared to go the extra distance, in terms of customer satisfaction across the board.

Our Approach

We consider good communications and teamwork with our clients as the key to the success of each project. Providing a workable environment where clients are able to ask questions and have confidence in our answers. We communicate in plain English, avoiding the use of unnecessary jargon and always willing to stop and explain where necessary.

A pragmatic approach is applied to all customer requirements. First and foremost, the customers business and their requirements are explored and understood. Selections are then made from a portfolio of products and expertise before careful preparation of a detailed proposal, whilst ensuring that any potential return on investment is maximised.

Our consultants are fully conversant with the main industry standards, including Microsoft development products (e.g. Visual Studio.NET), database products (e.g. SQL Server, Access, My SQL and Oracle) and operating systems.

As part of our range of consultancy services, we are able to offer our clients a feasibility assessment service. This provides a detailed analysis of particular IT business requirements, highlighting the pros and cons of various options and concluding with recommendations based on the results.

Our innovative approach and experience can be applied to both the industrial and business sectors. We are also very happy to work with all levels of user, including those of a non-technical background.

Recognising the importance of flexibility we are always ready to respond and adapt to the needs of our clients.

Software Development

When a requirement can not be adequately addressed by an off-the-shelf product, a solution can be designed and developed specifically to meet a particular business objective.

Bluespine is able to offer a wide range of software development activities from the development of a single component to an entire business critical application.

Using the very latest industry standard technologies, high quality software can be delivered and implemented in ever decreasing timeframes. The cost of projects can be limited by the use of RAD (Rapid Application Development) toolsets, code re-use and integration with other core desktop and Web orientated products.

Bluespine manages the full 'life-cycle' of development projects from inception through to delivery and support. Project management procedures are employed throughout the process to ensure that a project runs smoothly, and is delivered on schedule.

Projects involve following key stages: · Systems Analysis · Specification · Design · Project Management · Project Planning · Development · Quality Assurance · User Documentation & Training · Implementation · Acceptance Testing · Support.

In addition, some projects may also include Business Analysis, Proof of Concept, Prototyping and Pilot Implementation.

Solutions are developed using leading edge technologies and designed to deliver optimum performance, functionality, and reliability. All developed systems are thoroughly tested to ensure compliance to our internal quality control standards and all our systems are supported with a maintenance package designed to meet your specific business needs.

The choice of architecture is a critical aspect of the design phase of a project. It concerns the structure of the key components of the system and how they interact to support the application. Key considerations affecting architecture include security, geography, performance, integration, infrastructure, extensibility and acceptable future limitations of any of these factors.

Integration with other systems is often a key element of any solution and involves interfacing with other operational systems. Bluespine have extensive experience of integration with various Accounts and business products.

Technologies

Although our projects are predominately base on Microsoft technologies, typically Visual Basic, C++, .NET, ASP and SQL Server, our team also has vast knowledge and experience of working with other systems.

The new Microsoft .NET framework enables applications to transcend device boundaries and fully harness web technologies. Bluespine have fully embraced the Microsoft .NET initiative and are able develop real business solutions based on this technology.

Visual Studio .NET simplifies the development of powerful, reliable enterprise solutions. By offering end-to-end development capabilities and scalable, reusable server-side components, Visual Studio.NET increases productivity and helps organisations to effectively address the demands of a rapidly changing and competitive marketplace. Bluespine are actively using this new technology for building the next generation of business applications.

Web based technologies facilitate the capability of operational systems to span the globe and encompass trading partners, customers and consumers through open or secured environments. XML Web services are the fundamental building blocks in the move to distributed computing on the Internet. Open standards and the focus on communication and collaboration among people and applications have created an environment where XML Web services are becoming the platform for application integration. Bluespine are table to provide Web service orientated solutions utilising these new and emerging Internet technologies for real business interoperability.

Search Engine Optimisation

Our search engine promotion services can be tailored to address the needs of any online business. We currently have three standard packages available. Typically we will tailor individual solutions depending on your requirements.

From the outset we will seek to understand the best way forward for you beginning with a web ranking report to assess your current situation. From there we will carry out feasibility research in order to provide you with the most effective advice and solutions on moving forward.

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An understanding of search engines is fundamental to success of any web orientated strategic solution. Our search engine consultants are able to offer innovative and professional advice to help steer you in the right direction.

Whether you are considering a new site, making changes to an existing site or simply looking for an increase in traffic to your site our search engine and web strategy services can assist you at a competitive price. Why not Contact us to discuss your requirements.

Internet Hosting Services

Bluespine Technologies is a reseller of one of the UK's leading Internet hosting service providers, with a solid reputation for delivering a quality world class service.

This success has been achieved by offering an innovative range of high quality packaged services.

The services utilises the fastest servers available incorporating state of the art switching and routing equipment from the likes of Cisco and Intel and incorporating a massive 400Mb bandwidth gigabit fibre Internet connection, with an additional bandwidth available "on-tap" to cope with demand.

Utilisation of the latest "Load Balancing" technology maximises the available bandwidth and thus ensures that access speeds to our customers web-sites is at it's optimum at all times.

This enables us to offer our customers one of the finest hosting products available on the market today, unlike the majority of the competitors who are still using the slower connections over somewhat unreliable connections. Why not Contact us to discuss your requirements.

All hosting services are subject to our standard Terms and Conditions of Service