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Custom Software Development
Off-the-shelf software rarely fits perfectly. AOC builds purpose-built applications for manufacturing, food distribution, industrial machinery, e-commerce, and professional services — so your team works the way your business actually operates.
Why custom software?
Built Around Your Business — Not the Other Way Around
Generic software forces your team to adapt their work to fit the tool. Custom software does the opposite — it’s built around the processes, rules, and data structures that already make your business run.
AOC has been building custom business software since 1987 — from standalone desktop applications to web-based platforms and integrations that connect your existing systems. Every project starts with understanding your business first; the code comes second.
The result is software your team actually uses, because it was designed for the way they already work. We also provide ongoing maintenance and support, with ownership and licensing terms discussed upfront.
Fits Your Workflow
Built around your processes — not a generic template.
Grows With You
Scalable architecture — new features and users don’t mean starting over.
Integrates Everything
Connect QuickBooks, your ERP, e-commerce, and third-party APIs.
Flexible Ownership
Source-code ownership and licensing structured around your business.
What we build
Software for Every Layer of Your Business
From warehouse-floor tools to executive dashboards, AOC builds software that works at every level of your organization.
Order & Inventory Management
Custom order entry, inventory tracking, pick/pack/ship workflows, and purchasing — standalone or integrated with QuickBooks.
Business Intelligence & Reporting
Custom dashboards and report builders that surface the KPIs your managers actually need.
System Integrations
Connect your ERP, accounting, e-commerce storefront, and third-party platforms so data flows automatically.
Warehouse & Barcode Tools
Mobile-ready warehouse apps for barcode scanning, receiving, picking, and inventory.
Web-Based Business Applications
Full-featured ASP.NET MVC web apps — accessible from any browser or device.
Client & Partner Portals
Customer- and partner-facing portals — order status, account management, and self-service tools.
How we work
Our Development Process
Every project is different — but our process is consistent, keeping you involved at every stage.
Discovery
We start by understanding your business — workflows, pain points, existing systems, and goals.
Requirements
We document exactly what the software must do and how it connects to your tools.
Design
Wireframes and screen flows are reviewed with your team before any code is written.
Development
We build iteratively, delivering working software in stages so you review progress throughout.
Testing
Thorough testing across real scenarios — edge cases, performance, and integrations.
Support & Maintenance
Post-launch training, fixes, enhancements, and maintenance.
Industries we serve
Proven Across Multiple Sectors
Manufacturing & Wholesale
Production tracking, inventory management, and order processing.
Food Distribution
Lot tracking, expiry management, and sales/purchase fulfillment.
Industrial Machinery
Equipment tracking, service scheduling, parts inventory, and quoting.
E-Commerce Integration
Multi-channel order management across Amazon, eBay, and Shopify.
Professional Services
OCR automation, project tracking, time billing, and portals.
Technology stack
Built With Proven Technologies
.NET & C#
Primary platform for web and services.
QuickBooks SDK
Deep integration, reporting, and add-ons.
MySQL & SQL Server
Reliable relational database design.
Web Technologies
HTML, CSS, JS, ASP.NET MVC.
Amazon Web Services
Cloud hosting and scalable infrastructure.
API & Integrations
REST API development for any platform.
Have a project in mind?
Tell us what you need to build. We’ll scope it, advise on the approach, and give you an honest assessment — no obligation.
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