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Rapid MVPs

Transform ideas into working products in weeks. Fixed-price, no scope creep.

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Data-Scale Engineering

Build secure, audited, and battle-tested systems that handle billions of operations daily.

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Cloud & DevOps

Auto-scaling, containerised solutions with zero-touch maintenance.

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Embedded Consulting

Expert solutions for mission-critical systems. Low level high perfomance software.

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About Us

At Cardinal IT, our software drives critical systems across industries, including enterprise IoT, real-time embedded platforms, and high-traffic web applications.

Startups trust us to turn bold ideas into MVPs that secure funding and scale fast. Enterprises rely on us for mission-critical platforms that demand 24/7 reliability and continous uptime.

From our Edinburgh office, we collaborate on-site or remotely to tackle demanding technical requirements, drawing on years of experience to deliver dependable results.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cardinal IT specialises in mission-critical software that cannot fail - systems requiring 24/7 uptime, handling massive scale, and operating in demanding environments. Unlike standard development companies, our software drives critical systems across industries including enterprise IoT, real-time embedded platforms, and high-traffic applications. We combine Edinburgh-based expertise with proven experience in building dependable, scalable systems that enterprises trust.

We can transform your startup idea into a working MVP in a matter of weeks. Our rapid MVP development uses fixed-price contracts with no scope creep, allowing startups to secure funding and validate concepts quickly. We focus on delivering functional products that serve as strong foundations for future growth and scaling. Perfect for startups needing to launch fast and scale confidently.

Yes, while we're based in Edinburgh, Scotland, we work with clients across the UK and internationally. We offer both on-site collaboration and remote development services. Our experience with distributed teams and remote project management allows us to deliver high-quality results regardless of geographic location. We serve clients from London to Glasgow and beyond.

We specialise in data-scale engineering for systems handling billions of operations daily, real-time embedded platforms, enterprise IoT solutions, high-traffic web applications, and mission-critical systems requiring 24/7 uptime. Our enterprise clients trust us with software that cannot fail - from financial trading platforms to manufacturing control systems and healthcare applications.

Our pricing varies based on project complexity, timeline, and requirements. We offer fixed-price MVP development for cash sensitive startups, and flexible enterprise contracts for ongoing development. We provide transparent pricing with no hidden costs and work within your budget to deliver maximum value. Contact us for a detailed quote tailored to your specific needs.

Yes, we develop mobile apps for both iOS and Android platforms. We use React Native and Flutter for cross-platform development, allowing us to build apps that work seamlessly on both platforms while maintaining native performance. We also develop native Android apps using Java when platform-specific features are required, and integrate with Firebase for backend services.

We serve industries requiring reliable, high-performance software: fintech and financial services, healthcare and medical devices, manufacturing and industrial IoT, telecommunications, energy sector, e-commerce platforms, and any organisation requiring mission-critical systems. Our expertise spans from funded startups to FTSE 100 enterprises.

Absolutely. We develop custom AI solutions including OpenAI and Claude API integrations, custom AI agents, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems, computer vision applications, and secure local LLMs for enterprises. We use LangChain for complex agentic workflows and build vector databases for intelligent search capabilities.

Yes, we provide comprehensive cloud architecture and DevOps services including auto-scaling containerised solutions, CI/CD pipeline setup, AWS/Azure/GCP migration, microservices architecture, and zero-touch maintenance systems. Our DevOps expertise ensures your applications scale reliably and maintain high availability.

Absolutely. We specialise in legacy system modernisation, helping enterprises migrate from outdated technologies to modern, scalable architectures. Our approach includes system assessment, migration planning, gradual modernisation, and ensuring zero downtime during transitions. We've successfully modernised systems for enterprises requiring continuous operation.

We use modern, proven technologies including Python, Java, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, and C/C++ for embedded systems. Our tech stack includes React, Angular, Node.js, .NET, Spring Boot, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, GCP, and various databases. We choose the right technology stack based on your specific requirements and long-term goals.

Yes, we provide comprehensive ongoing support including 24/7 monitoring for mission-critical systems, regular updates, security patches, performance optimisation, and feature enhancements. Our support ensures your software remains reliable, secure, and performs optimally as your business grows.