2023-09-18 08:00
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2023-09-07 08:30
Nowadays, the influence of AI permeates various sectors, and the travel and tourism industry is no exception. As customer expectations evolve and competition intensifies, businesses are turn… Read More
2023-08-29 08:00
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the rise and influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in many industries cannot be overstated. From healthcare to finance, AI is r… Read More
2023-08-07 12:00
In today’s data-driven world, databases play a pivotal role in the success of businesses. Whether it’s managing customer information, analysing market trends, or optimising suppl… Read More
2023-08-01 08:30
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming various sectors, logistics and supply chain operations stand at the forefront of the revolution. Here, we delve into how AI-power… Read More
2023-07-14 09:00
Before we get started on its future, it’s important to understand what bespoke software development is. Often referred to as custom software development, bespoke software development i… Read More
2023-06-27 12:48
This year at One Beyond, we have been fairly quiet around Pride other than taking the opportunity to provide resources and education about why Pride is more valid than ever and incredibly im… Read More
2023-06-26 08:00
Over our 25 years of software development experience, we’ve come to understand that the world of technology is constantly evolving, and businesses need to keep up. One such area that&r&hell…Read More
2023-06-16 09:00
In my previous blog, GitHub: Going One Beyond for Developers, I gave an overview of GitHub, including its capabilities and reasons to adopt it. For those of you that don’t know, Micros… Read More
2023-06-09 09:30
In today’s rapidly changing business environment, workplace and workforce transformation is becoming increasingly important for organisations looking to thrive and stay competitive. As… Read More
2023-05-26 08:00
According to data from Beauhurst, 2021 saw a record in terms of the absolute value of deals conducted in high-growth UK tech companies. With £3.4b being spent directly on job creation… Read More
2023-05-21 14:50
In today’s rapidly advancing digital world, businesses are increasingly exposed to a growing threat of cyberattacks. The ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats demands that companies… Read More
2023-05-11 08:00
The legal industry is one of the most complex sectors when considering state-of-the-art technology applications. They are inundated with vast amounts of data generated on a daily basis, cont… Read More
2023-04-27 08:54
Looking to develop bespoke software for your business, but unsure where to start?
In this webinar, software development expert and One Beyond CEO, Nick Thompson reviews the key decisions yo… Read More
2023-04-17 08:15
In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the use of cloud-based software systems and cloud services by businesses of all sizes. Cloud computing refers to the delivery of com… Read More
2023-04-14 08:47
Multi-award-winning software development and digital transformation specialist, One Beyond, has announced four new senior appointments to its team. James O’Donovan is appointed as Chie… Read More
2023-04-04 08:30
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are advancing rapidly and transforming numerous industries. From healthcare to finance, AI is helping to make processes more efficient… Read More
2023-03-21 10:00
For those of you that don’t already know, GitHub is a popular web-based platform for software development and version control. It has gained immense popularity among individual develop… Read More
2023-03-10 09:00
Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) is the practice of enhancing the user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design of digital products to increase conversion rates. In other words, it&r&hell…Read More
2023-03-01 10:00
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been transforming the way we live and work for several years (see our blog from 2019 – How AI Will Power the Software of Tomorrow) and just recently we… Read More
2023-02-24 13:20
In previous blogs, we’ve looked into what team augmentation is and explored how utilising a staff augmentation model can help you solve tech hiring challenges. To recap, an augmented t… Read More
2023-02-10 14:45
International Day of Women and Girls in Science celebrates the achievements of women and girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), and encourages full and equal acces… Read More
2023-02-06 11:58
Whatever a business’s vision for the future is, it has to include a digital transformation strategy to grow. Even before the Covid-19 pandemic, transformative technologies were being i… Read More
2023-01-30 15:50
One Beyond has been named as Top Software Developers in the United Kingdom, Spain, Romania and Hungary by the B2B ranking authority Clutch.
Alongside Top Software Developers, we have also be… Read More
2023-01-04 10:52
As we move to a more digitally orientated society, the influence of software increases, contributing to a rise in living standards and improving business standards.
This has resulted in the… Read More
2022-12-21 10:55
One Beyond has been listed as one of the top 1000 global companies in 2022 by review site Clutch.
The Top 1000 Global Companies recognises the top 1% of businesses on Clutch, the leading glo… Read More
2022-12-09 11:04
We are delighted to announce that One Beyond has been confirmed as an accredited Select Tier AWS Partner.
This accreditation is awarded to businesses who demonstrate excellence w… Read More
2022-12-08 10:46
The Internet of Things (IoT) is fast becoming a household name and has seen consistent growth in popularity in businesses, workplaces and cities, as well as in domestic household usage.
For… Read More
2022-11-29 13:35
With many businesses now operating a hybrid or work from home model, the challenges of cyber security have never been greater – and investing in cyber security awareness has never been… Read More
2022-11-29 10:59
As members of a digital community, we understand that technology plays a key role in our futures. Global recovery from the Covid19 pandemic, as well as a shift in employee and consumer menta… Read More
2022-10-27 10:00
October, across the world, is known as Diversity Awareness Month. This is a particularly exciting year for us at One Beyond to celebrate with our re-brand, acquisitions, and continued focus… Read More
2022-10-26 13:41
At the end of September, we held a networking event in London, at the Eight Club Moorgate.
As well as having the opportunity to catch up with some of our connections we haven’t seen fa… Read More
2022-10-21 10:49
We’re thrilled to share the news that we won the award for Tech Leadership Team of the Year at the Thames Valley Tech Awards in Reading last night.
The awards, hosted by The Business M… Read More
2022-10-20 15:53
A mobile application or ‘app’ is a type of software designed to run on a mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet. They are different to mobile-optimised websites because th… Read More
2022-10-14 10:55
If you work in a tech team, you may have heard the term ‘DevOps’ and even listened to respected colleagues or industry figures talking passionately in favour of it. But just what… Read More
2022-10-13 11:04
Nick Thompson, CEO of One Beyond, has been named a Rising Star as part of LDC’s Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders programme for 2022.
Created by LDC, the private equity arm of Llo… Read More
2022-10-07 14:31
This World Mental Health Day, we’re taking the opportunity to look at how we support in making mental health and well-being for all a priority.
In early 2020, One Beyond established a… Read More
2022-10-06 15:02
Nick Thompson, CEO of One Beyond has been named one of The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2022.
The programme, supported by The Times and is now in its fifth year, celebrates… Read More
2022-10-06 10:50
In a technological world where software is constantly being patched and updated, threats to the businesses using that software are constantly evolving. Each new release could bring with it a… Read More
2022-09-30 15:27
We are delighted to share the news that we have been listed as finalists in two categories for the Thames Valley Tech Awards – Tech Leadership and Tech Employer of the Year.
These awar… Read More
2022-09-22 10:55
It’s no secret that the UK is currently in the middle of a recruitment crisis across practically every industry, with job vacancies outpacing unemployment for the very first time. In f… Read More
2022-09-16 09:56
We’re delighted to share the news that Nick Thompson, CEO of One Beyond, has been included in Insider’s inaugural South East ’42 Under 42′ cohort.
Insider’s &ls&hell…Read More
2022-09-13 10:54
The 13th of September is widely recognised as International Programmers Day, as this is the 256th day of the year (the number of distinct values that can be represented with a byte). To cele… Read More
2022-09-06 10:57
CRMs are big business. Indeed, the healthcare CRM market alone is predicted to be worth almost $21.5bn (Around £18bn) by 2025. With so much choice out there, choosing a CRM for healthc… Read More
2022-09-01 10:50
We are delighted to share the news that we are a finalist in the BCS UK IT Industry Awards, in the categories of Best Place to Work in IT and Services Company of the Year.
The BCS & Comp… Read More
2022-08-25 10:50
IoT (Internet of Things) devices are hugely popular at the moment, with more than 40 billion IoT devices on the planet – a number predicted to rise to over 75 million by 2025. &nb&hell…Read More
2022-08-22 08:56
We are delighted to announce our acquisition of JayStack, a leading software development company based in Hungary, further cementing One Beyond’s position as an international powerhous… Read More
2022-08-09 08:14
At the end of June, our team gathered in Madrid for a memorable summit, featuring an incredibly impressive hackathon, some amazing team building activities, and some of the best BBQ food in… Read More
2022-07-08 10:42
In one of our previous blog posts we looked at digital transformation in healthcare with a focus on the specific benefits to patients – from the increased convenience of remote healthc… Read More
2022-07-05 09:50
We’re delighted to share the news that we’ve achieved 1 Star accreditation from Best Companies!
1 Star accreditation is awarded to businesses who take their workplace engagement… Read More
2022-07-05 09:50
We’re delighted to share the news that we’ve achieved 1 Star accreditation from Best Companies!
1 Star accreditation is awarded to businesses who take their workplace engagement… Read More
2022-06-30 12:52
We are delighted to announce that we have successfully been included on the Crown Commercial Service Digital Outcomes (DOS 6) Framework.
This means that, as of 28th June 2022, UK Government… Read More
2022-06-30 12:52
We are delighted to announce that we have successfully been included on the Crown Commercial Service Digital Outcomes (DOS 6) Framework.
This means that, as of 28th June 2022, UK Government… Read More
2022-06-30 08:37
Not only is Pride Month a time to celebrate diversity, acceptance and inclusivity, it is also a time to amplify LGBTQ+ voices, educate ourselves on LGBTQ+ history, and raise awareness of the… Read More
2022-06-28 14:36
As DCSL GuideSmiths steps into the next phase of growth, we’re excited to announce our rebranding. Our refreshed identity isn’t just a new logo, but a name that is truly represen… Read More
2022-06-24 07:42
As technology evolves, so does the risk of cyber attacks and security breaches. But what steps can you take to make sure your software systems are as secure as possible?
Join us for our liv… Read More
2022-06-23 10:47
With data breaches becoming an ever-increasing threat when it comes to cyber security, the need for a reliable and robust cyber security plan is more pertinent than ever. As a result, more a… Read More
2022-06-10 12:57
The digital transformation series we launched near the start of 2021 has looked at industries from travel and hospitality to banking and finance, retail, construction sports, healthcare, edu… Read More
2022-05-25 14:08
We are delighted to announce that Nigel Wilson is joining the One Beyond leadership team as our new Chief Commercial Officer.
Nigel has nearly 30 years industry experience, predominantly in… Read More
2022-05-25 14:08
We are delighted to announce that Nigel Wilson is joining the DCSL GuideSmiths leadership team as our new Chief Commercial Officer.
Nigel has nearly 30 years industry experience, predominant… Read More
2022-05-23 10:51
Software applications have become an essential part of how businesses improve internal productivity and launch their services to customers. But these days, software development is about much… Read More
2022-05-13 10:57
Did you know there are over three billion smartphones in use across the world? Between them, Google’s Android operating system, and Apple’s iOS-powered iPhone, make up 99% of tha… Read More
2022-05-09 10:39
When at work, just as your Employer is responsible for ensuring your physical safety, we believe that it’s equally important to safeguard our employees psychological and emotional well… Read More
2022-04-29 10:03
We recently held a networking event centred around Cyber Security, at Eight Club in London, where we gathered with some of our clients for an evening of talks from industry experts and gue… Read More
2022-04-27 12:05
Our recent series of digital transformation articles have highlighted myriad challenges to digital transformation across all kinds of private organisations. Some – particularly travel… Read More
2022-04-12 09:24
From his early days as an inquisitive teenager to his current role as CEO of DCSL GuideSmiths, one of the UK’s most progressive software development companies, Nick Thompson’s jo… Read More
2022-04-08 12:46
We are thrilled to have been recognised in the Best Workplaces in Spain list 2022!
Great Place to Work® is a company dedicated to recognising great workplaces and company culture. We are… Read More
2022-03-22 11:17
As part of the digital transformation series we ran throughout 2021, we looked at the changing face of healthcare and how technology has helped progress the industry.
But what about the tang… Read More
2022-03-07 13:12
We analyse talent migration in the UK, specifically in IT, in the most transformative period for the skilled workforce in modern times.
Get the full report, containing research commissioned… Read More
2022-02-24 13:42
There are many different ways of developing software, but here at DCSL GuideSmiths, we tend to favour the agile methodology. Here, we look at the biggest benefits of that approach.
However… Read More
2022-02-16 09:24
It’s been a good while since we focused on the Internet of Things (IoT) here on our blog, and in that time the field has made some incredible progress. There are now some 21.5 billion… Read More
2022-01-24 14:30
Nobody could have predicted what happened to the working world in 2020. Industries of all kinds saw years’ worth of digital transformation happen in just a few short months as business… Read More
2022-01-13 11:37
While business areas of all kinds experienced extreme uncertainty during the Covid-19 pandemic, few faced as much uncertainty about their bottom line as those operating as registered chariti… Read More
2021-12-14 14:46
Did you know that if you run a business, as many as 90% of your customers might expect to have a website where they can log in, see their transactions, manage their information, source data… Read More
2021-11-23 09:04
The worlds of sport and technology are largely inseparable. Football’s goal-line technology, tennis’s Hawkeye system and sprinting’s pressure-sensitive starting blocks are… Read More
2021-11-17 11:45
With mass closures throughout 2020 and 2021 resulting in a reduction of the footfall of nearly 50% at its peak, the UK’s retail sector has never before experienced a more challenging 1… Read More
2021-11-11 11:06
Being able to deliver a quality service, in as little time, and using as few resources as possible. That’s the name of the game when it comes to operational efficiency.
Businesses were… Read More
2021-10-25 16:23
We’re thrilled to be featured on the Haystack Tech Culture Champions list 2021!
Haystack is a career and insights marketplace, with a mission to uncover, highlight and curate the most… Read More
2021-10-21 13:28
Software developers are in short supply and the UK is facing a digital skills crisis. Is it time for a new approach to recruitment and hiring?
Our CEO, Nick Thompson, spoke to ZDNet about th… Read More
2021-10-19 08:12
The UK is currently undergoing a skills crisis the likes of which have never been seen, with one million vacancies to fill and businesses already fighting to survive.
In this blog post, we… Read More
2021-10-11 08:22
How can new technology help financial services businesses adapt and grow? We investigate.
Following our recent post about digital transformation in banking, here we’re casting our focu… Read More
2021-10-07 14:53
Nick Thompson, CEO of DCSL GuideSmiths has been named as one of this year’s Ones To Watch as part of The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders programme for 2021.
The programme, w… Read More
2021-09-27 12:00
If you’re thinking about building your own app or other specialist software, we know the number of options and things you’ll need to consider can be overwhelming. That’s wh… Read More
2021-09-23 10:10
One of the biggest challenges in the world of software development today is recruitment.
Finding the right candidates, with enough experience and skills at the right price, at the right tim… Read More
2021-09-17 08:43
Practically no industry was hit harder in 2020 than travel and hospitality. While the global pandemic shut schools for a time, and curtailed construction work for many months, each sector wa… Read More
2021-08-23 07:48
With 94% of businesses reportedly already using it in some fashion, and a global market expected to be worth over £440 billion by 2023, Cloud computing has fast become the way to run a… Read More
2021-08-17 11:04
The Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards (BBEA) celebrates and showcases the resilience, innovation and creativity of British businesses.
We are proud to have beaten off stiff comp… Read More
2021-08-06 13:08
Outsourcing is often hard to get right – and in some cases the outsourcing process can end up delaying the work it was meant to speed up. This is why we’re now seeing companies i… Read More
2021-07-26 09:38
The impact of digital transformation in the banking sector has, in recent years, been enormous.
The growth in online connections and the general ubiquity of mobile technology has caused the… Read More
2021-06-30 13:03
We are proud to have recently achieved the Microsoft Gold partnership status for Application Integration.
This accreditation is in addition to the Application Development and Cloud Platform… Read More
2021-06-28 13:57
June is Pride Month! Pride month is about acceptance, equality, celebrating the work of LGBTQ+ people, education in LGBTQ+ history and raising awareness of issues affecting the LGBTQ+ commun… Read More
2021-06-18 14:26
We are thrilled to have been recognised as a Great Place to Work in Spain!
Great Place to Work® is a company dedicated to recognising great workplaces and company culture. To recognise… Read More
2021-06-15 15:06
The health sector finds itself in a third age of technological revolution.
Some 70 years ago, health companies, in line with those in other industries, began using fledgeling technology to p… Read More
2021-06-14 10:37
We are honoured to have been named in not one, but TWO of the Best Companies to work for lists!
DCSL GuideSmiths has been recognised in the Best Companies Technology’s 50 Best Companie… Read More
2021-06-01 11:57
According to the Check Point 2021 Cyber Security Report, 46% of companies have had at least one employee download a mobile application with severe security issues.
With that in mind, we&rsqu&hell…Read More
2021-05-20 14:42
We’re thrilled to welcome and introduce the newest member of the DCSL GuideSmiths Leadership team: Susan Cummings, Chief Financial Officer.
With 30 years of financial experience gathe… Read More
2021-05-18 09:37
If you’re wondering ‘how can I make my SaaS business successful?’ – this is the blog for you. Below you’ll find our tops tips for continued SaaS start-up succes… Read More
2021-05-11 10:50
The way the world buys and sells is constantly changing. Where owning the high street was once the goal for shop brands, the rise of web-connected devices has completely reconfigured the ret… Read More
2021-04-23 09:40
We’re thrilled to welcome and introduce the new members of the DCSL GuideSmiths Leadership team, as part of the recent merger of DCSL Software and GuideSmiths.
Mike Newall, Commer… Read More
2021-04-19 14:46
The second instalment in our regular series about digitising industries focuses on the construction industry and digital transformation.
Like the education sector, construction as a whole is… Read More
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