About Next2Software
Your partner in digital evolution.
Next2Software is a forward-thinking software development company dedicated to empowering businesses through cutting-edge solutions. Our vision is to simplify complexity and deliver powerful, future-ready software that helps businesses unlock the power of technology.
Our story
Built to redefine the software consultancy
Next2Software was founded by Deklan van de Laarschot, a seasoned technology evangelist, with a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of advanced technology. The goal: empower organisations with the tools they need to grow, adapt and lead with confidence.
We don't just build software; we partner with you to understand your business, define your technology strategy and craft digital solutions that drive real impact. Whether it's a custom mobile app, a powerful web platform, an AI-powered workflow or a seamless CRM/ERP integration, we blend open and closed-source technologies to deliver flexible, future-ready systems.
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A clear mission
Next2Software was established to redefine the typical software consultancy: craft innovative, intuitive solutions that help businesses thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
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A different approach
Rather than building everything from scratch, we leverage proven platforms and build bespoke software on top of them: custom applications delivered at speed and at unrivalled cost.
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Partners, not just developers
We partner with you to understand your business, define your technology strategy and craft digital solutions that drive real impact, from concept to execution.
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AI-powered future
Today we help organisations put AI to work: agents, LLM integrations and intelligent automation built safely into the systems they already run on.
What we stand for
The principles behind every project
The values that shape every solution we build and every relationship we grow.
Advanced technology
We utilise the latest advancements, including AI, to create robust, future-ready applications that keep working as your business grows.
End-to-end delivery
From initial consultation through design, development and deployment to long-term support, one team owns the outcome at every step.
Intuitive by design
We build familiar, easy-to-use experiences that improve ease-of-use and drive user adoption, because software only pays off when people use it.
Secure and reliable
Encryption, access controls and security best practice are built in from the first line of code, not bolted on at the end.
A note from our founder
“I started Next2Software because too many businesses were paying enterprise prices for software that didn't fit. By building on platforms that already work, and engineering the bespoke parts properly, we deliver software that transforms how a business runs, without the drama or the eye-watering bill.”
Deklan van de Laarschot
Founder, Next2Software
What we do
Smart, scalable software that unlocks potential
From user-centric platforms that streamline operations to AI that removes the repetitive work, we build technology that fuels growth.
Build
Custom web platforms, mobile apps, AI development and CRM/ERP integrations, all designed around your business, engineered with rigorous quality assurance and delivered with a clear roadmap that proves return on investment.
Run
Expert software engineering, code reviews, patching and 24×7 infrastructure and synthetic monitoring keep your solution secure, reliable and high-performing long after launch.
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- Infrastructure & synthetic monitoring
- End-to-end
- Design, build, launch and support
- Open + closed
- Source technologies blended to fit
- UK-based
- Team in Staffordshire, delivering UK-wide
Let's build something great.
Whether you need a custom-built software solution or expert guidance in digital transformation, we're here to help.