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I run my own company (ayrmer software) having worked in the information technology (it) industry since the late eighties as a software developer. The best place to find out about my work is to check out one of the following websites:- http://www.ayrmer.co.uk http://www.intuitive-software-solutions.co.uk Both of these tell you more about the bespoke business software solutions, web design and development Ayrmer Software provide. Testimonials“Charlie and his team at Ayrmer are working for us on 2 quite complicated software development projects. We have found him very easy to work with due to his professional approach combined with pragmatism and flexibility. I would recommend Ayrmer Software for any web application.” development.”Jo Bridger PolicyPlus International http://www.freetrawl.com “I have known Charlie for a few years and always keep him in mind when people are looking for a software developer/web designer. The reason for this is he is very good at making something which, to me, seems horribly complicated and diffucult to understand, uncomplicated and understandable and he's good at it. He delivers and is incredibly passionate about working with the clients so everyone understands what they are working towards. No fuzzy lines. It's the progammer in him! I often say to people, talk with him you won't regret it. He will take the time to understand what you want to do and he will provide a fantastic solution!” Deborah MacLeod Deborah MacLeod Consulting “Charlie's company and I worked together on an IT maintenance and support contract. He is straightforward and keeps to what he has committed to do.” Andrew Meredith Anvil Orgnaisation http://www.anvil.org “I have had the pleasure of working alongside Charlie on a number of web-based projects, and have always been amazed at his natural skill of making the complex appear intuitive to the client. He has a very warming and understanding character which cuts straight through to people at all levels. I have networked with him for the past 4 years, and I would happily recommend him to any company both as an expert in his field and also as a very genuine and dependable person. If people buy into people then Charlie is your man.” Simon May Ideas of the Mind http://www.ideasofthemind.com “Charlie always delivers, he is results driven and has a fantastic team. I have no hesitation in recommending Charlie's services.” Phil Parr Creative25 http://www.twentyfive.co.uk “Thanks for helping us so quickly and efficiently.” Kate Buller Executive Coaching http://www.executive-coaching.co.uk “I am so exciteed at seeing the new site and its potential!” Ian Vallender Policy and Information Director National Council of Voluntary Child Care Organisation http://www.ncvcco.org “The proposal is brilliant, and we would be more than happy to meet up at some stage next week to go over this all face-to-face.” “The definition of requirements and the general ease of the meeting this morning felt fantastic, and to be honest, after being involved with other software firms was simply refreshing! I can safely say on behalf of all of us at 2WayTrust, that we are all truly glad to be working with you. “We are all quite blown away with this, really really impressed. We truly are in safe hands!” “Just want to say a huge thank you for everything that you guys have done. The website is looking so slick, and the purchasing system works like clockwork - and to prove it we have had our first order! Unfortunately neither Jacqui or I have received any emails from the system regarding the purchase, so we may still be having problems receiving emails at our end. Anyway, once again I would like to thank you all again on behalf of us in Postbridge for all the hard work!” Jonty Faulkner 2WayTrust http://www.2waytrust.com “Wow! How awesomely impressive is all of this, Charlie! Thanks so much. Jonty and Jacqui are completely geared into it all this end, so they will get back to you on the points of detail. On the broad issue of the money having gone up, I do want to say that we really appreciate the way in which you are being so careful in managing the necessary increases. The way you've broken down the extra time makes us conscious of what excellent value for money you're giving.” Peter Ashbyy 2WayTrust http://www.2waytrust.com “We have worked with Charlie on a number of projects over the last few years. Charlie is unique in that he brings a non-technical approach to the table, understanding customer needs and converting that in to well developed output, not just meeting the clients needs but often exceeding their expectations. ” Andy Carne FourDegreesWest http://www.fourdegreeswest.co.uk “Thank you for the presentation this morning, it was most impressive” Peter O'Shea West Country Publications http://www.westcountrypublications.co.uk “Thank you very much for your efforts with our new website, I am extremely pleased with the results.” Stephen Furnell National Abrasives http://www.national-abrasives.co.uk “I have to say that I was impressed with your attitude and the time and effort you took to understand what we were looking for.” John Cave Westhaven Worldwide Logistics www.westhavenww.co.uk “Have Recommended Charlie to a number of Clients. Comes up with appropriate solutions for their requirements. Doesn't over sell.” Vince McConville Business Link Devon & Cornwall “Thanks, damn fine job! Maybe I haven't made myself clear enough in stating that you're a genius, succeeding where others have failed.” Andy Carne FourDegreesWest http://www.fourdegreeswest.co.uk “I'm updating the pages [content management system] and just wanted to say that things are going very smoothly. The new [HTML] editor seems quite straightforward and easy to use, which is great.” Ilona Pinter Nation Council of the Voluntary Youth Sector http://www.ncvys.org.uk/ “On behalf of Centek, I have pleasure in providing this reference for Ayrmer Software. Based on Ayrmer Software having successfully carried out a previous software conversion, we approached them regarding a major update for use in the Oil & Gas Drilling industry. Their pre-definition stage helped us to clearly define the objectives for demanding mathematical and reporting changes - the project came in on time and on budget. The final result is a World leading simulation package that substantially enhances our product sales team. The project and Ayrmer Software's input has allowed us to identify yet further potential from the application which will benefit both us and our industry.” Tony Cutmore Centek Limited http://www.centekltd.co.uk/ “I've had a look at this [the new NCVYS website] and all looks great! Thanks so much.” Ilona Pinter Nation Council of the Voluntary Youth Sector http://www.ncvys.org.uk/ Software Engineering and Ayrmer Software Software Engineering is a buzz word that was talked about when I went to uni - oh, some 25+ years back. Engineering being the “job” of carrying something from a mere speck of a thought right through to design, implementation and testing to final delivery. I think it’s fallen out of favour in these modern days, alas… Or I did until today. Charlie Collins of Ayrmer Software is someone I’ve known about for some time. A couple of years back, we met in a pub with some mutual colleagues and he introduced me to the NRG networking lunches. One important factor of these networking meetings is the One to One and you know what? Until today I’d not actually had what you might call a proper One to One with Charlie. We met at his office in Heathfield, had coffee and set the world to rights. Charlie and his team have an amazing approach to bespoke software design and implementation. To say they’re a web design company would be a gross understatement! For his clients, the website that you see is merely the tip of the iceberg compared to the workings that go on underneath - and what’s underneath? You name it - CRMs, accounting packages, asset tracking, database management, and so on. The back-end platform they have developed looks great, is adaptable and even emails them if it thinks something is wrong - often before the client even knows about it! Charlie and his team understands how things work at the nuts and bolts level, they know how to optimise their systems to make them snappy, fast and more importantly, usable. They use just enough of the so-called “web 2.0″ tools to enhance a sites usability, but not so much that the site is slow and clunky. 25 years ago we were taking about developing libraries and “software re-usability”. Charlie and his team have this to a fine art and that’s what proper software engineering is all about: Starting with the client, listening to them, developing the initial design, implementing the design and system, right through to delivery, and beyond. Ayrmer Software. Engineers of the 21st century. Gordon Henderson Drogon Systems http://watertower.drogon.net/notes/2008/10/software-engineering-and-ayrmer-software/ |
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