Reading, Berkshire · RG1
Custom Software Development in Reading — Web Apps, SaaS & Internal Tools
Bespoke systems for Reading's technology and financial services businesses that have outgrown spreadsheets and off-the-shelf tools — designed, built, and supported from our Slough HQ.
When ready-made software forces your team into workarounds, the workarounds become the job. We build systems shaped around your operation — with a written fixed-price proposal before any work starts.
Software Development Services in Reading
From client portals to full SaaS products, we build the custom software Reading businesses run on — using proven frameworks like Laravel, Ruby on Rails, and Django.
Custom Web Applications
Portals, dashboards, and internal tools built around how your Reading business actually works — not how off-the-shelf software says it should.
- Client Portals
- Internal Tools
- Admin Dashboards
- Bespoke Workflows
SaaS Product Development
From validated MVP to scaling product — architecture, billing, multi-tenancy, and the engineering discipline to grow past v1.
- MVP Builds
- Subscription Billing
- Multi-Tenancy
- Product Iteration
Mobile App Development
iOS and Android apps for Reading businesses — customer-facing or internal, backed by the same APIs as your web platform.
- iOS & Android
- App Store Delivery
- Shared Backends
- Push Notifications
API & Systems Integration
Connect your CRM, accounting, warehouse, and e-commerce systems so data flows automatically instead of being retyped.
- REST & Webhook APIs
- CRM/ERP Integration
- Payment Systems
- Data Sync
Legacy System Modernisation
Rebuild the aging system your Reading business depends on — carefully, without losing the data or workflows that took years to build.
- Codebase Audits
- Incremental Rebuilds
- Data Migration
- Framework Upgrades
Business Automation
n8n-powered workflows that eliminate repetitive admin — connecting the tools you already use with reliable automation.
- n8n Workflows
- Document Processing
- Email Automation
- Reporting Pipelines
Specialized Solutions for Reading's Key Industries
We understand the unique needs of Reading's business landscape, from Technology to Financial Services.
SaaS & Product Engineering
Product development capacity for tech companies — from MVP builds to embedded engineering
Financial Services Software
Bespoke systems designed for how financial services businesses actually operate
Telecommunications Software
Bespoke systems designed for how telecommunications businesses actually operate
Our Reading Software Development Process
Discovery
Understanding your Reading business, workflows, and what the software must do
Specification
Written scope and a fixed-price proposal — no hourly-billing surprises
Build
Iterative sprints with working software you can review from the first weeks
Launch & Support
Deployment, training, and support retainers that stay after go-live
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Your Trusted Software Development Partner in Reading
Located in the Thames Valley tech corridor, Reading is home to numerous multinational companies and innovative startups. We understand the fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
We build on proven frameworks — Laravel, Ruby on Rails, and Django — so your system is robust, secure, and maintainable by any competent team, not just us. Every project starts with discovery and a written fixed-price proposal, and you own the source code outright from day one.
Proudly Serving the Reading Community
Local Market Knowledge
Deep understanding of Reading's business landscape and customer behaviors
Regional Network
Strong connections throughout Berkshire and neighboring areas
Industry Expertise
Specialized experience in Technology and Financial Services
Local SEO Mastery
Proven track record of ranking businesses in Reading search results
Serving Reading since 2019
Based at our Slough HQ, we've served Reading and the wider Thames Valley since 2019 — first as Criztec Technologies, now as Zorinto.
Why Reading Businesses Choose Zorinto
We're a software company, not a body shop — we take responsibility for outcomes, not just hours billed.
Fixed-Price Proposals
Written scope and price after discovery — no hourly-billing surprises
Local & Accountable
A Thames Valley team you can meet in person about your Reading project
Long-Term Support
Support retainers and product teams that stay after launch — with full code ownership
Working with businesses in Reading
Reading is the largest city in Berkshire with a population of 318,000 and over 15,000 registered businesses — making it the dominant commercial hub of the Thames Valley. Anchored by a world-class university, a thriving tech corridor along the A4 and M4, and major employers in financial services, telecoms, and pharmaceuticals (Oracle, Microsoft, Vodafone, and BNP Paribas all have significant Reading presences), the city attracts both scale-up businesses and enterprise clients who need digital partners that understand technical depth. The Oracle Shopping Centre and the riverside regeneration have also produced a growing hospitality, retail, and leisure sector with strong digital marketing needs. We serve both ends of this spectrum: fast-moving SaaS startups in co-working spaces near Reading station, and enterprise teams in out-of-town business parks that need agencies who can navigate procurement and compliance requirements alongside shipping great product.
What we see working for Reading businesses
- Reading's tech sector is dominated by enterprise and SaaS companies whose marketing sites need to demonstrate technical credibility while remaining accessible to non-technical buyers. We design and build sites that balance these requirements — architecture pages, technical case studies, and interactive comparisons that win IT buyer confidence without losing the CFO.
- The University of Reading produces a steady flow of spin-outs and deep-tech startups, many of which need MVPs and go-to-market sites on tight budgets and aggressive timelines. Our Rails and Django stack is purpose-built for this scenario — opinionated, fast to ship, and easy to extend.
- Financial services companies in Reading (RG1–RG2) face strict compliance requirements that affect their websites — cookie consent, accessibility, and data residency. We have experience building compliant sites for regulated firms and can navigate the legal and technical requirements without slowing the project down.
- Reading businesses targeting London clients benefit from clear positioning around Thames Valley delivery capability and competitive pricing versus central London agencies — we help surface this in content and meta copy.
More ways we help Reading businesses
Software development in Reading — FAQs
Common questions from Reading and Berkshire businesses about custom software, web apps, and SaaS development.
How much does custom software cost for a Reading business?
Focused web applications — a portal, dashboard, or internal tool — typically run £4,000–£12,000. Product MVPs are realistically £18,000–£45,000, and full SaaS builds £50,000–£150,000 for v1. We price on scope, not hours, and every project gets a written fixed-price proposal after discovery so you know the cost before work starts.
What technologies do you build with?
Proven, hireable frameworks: Laravel (PHP), Ruby on Rails, and Django (Python) for application backends, with modern frontends and Astro for marketing surfaces. We deliberately avoid exotic stacks — your system should be maintainable by any competent team, not just us.
How long does a software project take?
A focused internal tool or portal typically ships in 6–10 weeks. Product MVPs usually take 3–4 months to first release. We work in sprints with working software visible from the early weeks, so you are never waiting months for a big reveal.
Can you integrate with the systems we already use?
Yes — most projects involve integration rather than replacement. We regularly connect custom software to CRMs, accounting packages like Xero and Sage, warehouse and e-commerce systems, and payment providers, so your Reading team stops retyping data between tools.
Can we meet in person to discuss a Reading project?
Yes. We are headquartered at 268 Bath Road, Slough — a short trip from Reading — and regularly meet Berkshire clients at our office or theirs. Discovery workshops for custom software are usually better in person, and we keep that easy.
What happens after launch?
Software needs an owner after go-live. We offer support retainers for maintenance, monitoring, and small improvements, and ongoing product teams (£6,000–£20,000/month) for businesses that want continuous development. You also get full source code ownership — no lock-in.
Google reviews
What clients say
Verified 5-star reviews from our Google Business Profile. Reviews were left under our previous trading name, Criztec Technologies — square brackets show our current name.
5.0 ★★★★★
" A great experience working with [Zorinto] on our new website. We struggled with our previous web developers, but the team at [Zorinto] listened to our needs and modernised our website. Beyond happy! Our team and clients love the new website and functionality. A nice modern approach and amazing results! "
Gaurav Shukla
Local Guide · Google review
5.0 ★★★★★
" Good and prompt service and delivered the work on time. "
Shivani Talluri
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5.0 ★★★★★
" Great service and support throughout the journey. Great effort. "
arunkumar RP
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