What AI models do you use?

We have deep expertise in implementing all major AI models, including OpenAI, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity, Qwen, Deepseek and more. We choose the best model for the job based on the use case and budget.

What can I integrate AI with into my business?

AI can be integrated into most business processes for tasks like answering customer queries, generating content, extracting data from documents, generating reports, and querying large datasets.

How long does it take to integrate AI models?

Typically, we can showcase a proof of concept demo within a couple of days. Full integration and deployment usually take between 2-4 weeks for the majority of projects.

What is the cost of AI integration?

Our per-project pricing starts at £750 and scales dependent on complexity and requirements. Additional costs like API token usage and data storage are also considered in our transparent estimates.

Custom Development

Build Custom AI-Powered Apps That Fit Your Business

Stop forcing your business into off-the-shelf software. We build bespoke web applications, internal tools, and dashboards tailored to your exact workflows.

Start Your Build See What We Build

200+

Users

96%

Uptime

£187k

Saved

4.9★

Client Satisfaction

£940K+

Client Savings

340+

Automations Built

Accredited Experts in:

n8n Google Cloud AWS Shopify HubSpot Azure

What We Build

Apps Built Around Your Business

From operational dashboards to customer-facing portals, on-site checklist apps to automated workflow interfaces - we build the tools your business actually needs.

Internal Dashboards

Real-time operational dashboards that aggregate data from multiple sources into actionable insights for your team.

Customer Portals

Self-service portals where your customers can track orders, manage accounts, and access documents 24/7.

Operations Tools

Custom admin panels, inventory systems, and workflow tools that replace spreadsheets and manual processes.

Quote & Booking Systems

Dynamic quote calculators, appointment schedulers, and booking engines tailored to your service model.

Reporting & Analytics

Custom reporting dashboards that pull data from your existing systems and present KPIs that matter to you.

Integration Hubs

Unified interfaces that connect your CRM, accounting software, and other tools into a single workspace.

Case Studies

Apps We've Built

Real solutions custom built for UK businesses based off their specific needs.

Solar Installer

Solar Flux Planner App

Built for a solar installer in Scotland - this custom app utilises Google Solar data to overlay luminosity and irradiance data at a map level. It calculates the roof area of a property, and allows the planners to design solar panel kits on a clients roof, all while estimating the projected energy production.

Flux/Luminosity Overlay data

Ciustom Solar panel designer functionality

Energy production projections

30%

Reduction in Hours

12%

Improved Conv.Rate%

£43.2k

Annual savings

B2B Services

Voice Agent Production App

Developed for a B2B services agency designed to re-sell services - this app allows the user to create AI voice agents for their clients, with templated prompt systems and direct API connections into major voice technology platforms.

Guides AI voice agent creation

Client management system

Analytics and real-time tracking dasahboards

+80%

Revenue

4.8★

Client rating

120+

Users

The Difference

Off-the-Shelf vs. Custom Built

Generic software forces you to change how you work. Custom apps adapt to how you already operate.

Off-the-Shelf Software

The Workaround Way

Pay for features you'll never use

Adapt your processes to fit the software

Limited customisation and integrations

Per-seat pricing that scales expensively

Reliant on vendor roadmaps

Custom Built Apps

The Flowio Way

Every feature serves your specific needs

Software adapts to your existing workflows

Integrate with any system you already use

Flat pricing regardless of team size

You own the code and control the roadmap

Technology

Built on Modern, Maintainable Tech

We use proven technologies that are fast, secure, and easy to maintain long-term.

React / Next.js

Fast, responsive interfaces

PostgreSQL

Reliable data storage

Cloud Hosting

99.9% uptime guarantee

Enterprise Security

SOC2 compliant practices

Our Process

From Idea to Launch

A structured approach that keeps projects on track and delivers results.

Discovery

We map your workflows, identify pain points, and define exactly what success looks like for your team.

Design

Interactive prototypes let you see and click through your app before a single line of code is written.

Build

Agile development with weekly demos means you're always in the loop and can steer the project as needed.

Launch & Support

We handle deployment, training, and provide ongoing support to ensure your app evolves with your business.

Infrastructure

Hosting & Deployment

Every app we build is containerised for portability. Deploy to our managed cloud or your own infrastructure.

Docker Containers

Every app ships as a Docker image. Consistent environments from dev to production, zero "works on my machine" issues.

Kubernetes Ready

Scale horizontally with orchestration. Helm charts and manifests included for enterprise-grade deployments.

CI/CD Pipelines

Automated testing, building, and deployment. Push to main, and changes go live with zero downtime.

SSL & Security

Auto-renewing SSL certificates, WAF protection, and security headers configured out of the box.

Database Backups

Automated daily backups with point-in-time recovery. Your data is safe and restorable at any moment.

Monitoring & Logs

Real-time performance monitoring, error tracking, and centralised logging to catch issues before users do.

Recommended

Flowio Managed Cloud

Let us handle the infrastructure. We manage servers, updates, security patches, and scaling so you can focus on your business.

99.9% uptime SLA

Automatic scaling during traffic spikes

24/7 monitoring and incident response

UK-based data centres (GDPR compliant)

Full Control

Self-Hosted Option

Deploy to your own infrastructure. We provide the container images, documentation, and initial setup support.

Full source code ownership

Deploy to AWS, Azure, GCP, or on-prem

Docker Compose & Kubernetes configs included

Optional managed support packages

Container Architecture

Frontend

API

Database

Cache

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about working with flowio. Can't find your answer? Book a free consultation and we'll answer all your questions personally.

Custom App Development FAQ

Which AI models can be integrated into my custom application?

We have deep expertise in implementing all major large language models (LLMs) to ensure your app uses the most efficient tool for its specific task. This includes integration with OpenAI (GPT), Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, Perplexity, Qwen, and DeepSeek. We select models based on your specific use case, performance requirements, and budget.

Can you integrate my app with existing business software?

Yes, we specialise in building Integration Hubs. We can unify your workspace by connecting your custom application with your CRM (HubSpot, Salesforce), accounting software (Xero), and other essential tools via REST APIs and custom connectors. We also connect to legacy business software systems and can engineer custom integrations using Node.js, Python or JavaScript. We have extensive MySQL/PostgresSQL experience - and ensure that you have a robust, clean data pipeline for custom software.

What types of custom apps does flowio typically build?

We engineer bespoke solutions tailored to exact business workflows, including:

Internal Dashboards: Aggregating data from multiple sources into actionable real-time insights.

Customer Portals: Providing 24/7 self-service access for order tracking and document management.

Operations Tools: Replacing manual spreadsheets with custom admin panels and inventory systems.

Quote & Booking Systems: Dynamic calculators and scheduling engines tailored to your service model.

And many more. If you have an idea for an internal business tool that would save your team time - talk to us.

Technical & Security

How do you ensure the security of my business data?

Data security is built into our development process by default. We implement SOC2-compliant practices, including auto-renewing SSL certificates, Web Application Firewall (WAF) protection, and centralised logging to track errors and anomalies in real-time. We also build in access controls and safety guardrails to prevent data leakage and prompt injection attacks.

How does a custom app differ from off-the-shelf software?

Generic software often forces you to adapt your processes to fit its limitations and includes per-seat pricing that scales expensively. Custom flowio apps adapt to your existing workflows, offer flat pricing regardless of team size, and ensure you own the code and control the future roadmap.

Timeline & Investment

How long does it take to build a custom AI application?

We prioritise speed to value. We can typically showcase a proof of concept (PoC) and PRD Design demo within a week for custom app development. For the majority of projects, full design, development and deployment are completed within 4 to 12 weeks depending on the complexity and requirements of your app.

What are my hosting and deployment options?

Every app we build is containerised using Docker for maximum portability. You have two main options:

Flowio Managed Cloud: We handle all server management, security patches, and scaling with a 99.9% uptime SLA.

Self-Hosted: We provide the container images and Kubernetes/Docker Compose configs for you to deploy on your own AWS, Azure, or GCP infrastructure.

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