Connected stack
Northstar Rail
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From first mockup to launch, we build the parts your team needs to ship clean software.
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Northstar Rail
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Vertex Care
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Orion Ledger
UK SOFTWARE STUDIO
Build Software, Ship Faster
Ascent Labs plans, designs and builds MVPs, web apps and AI tools for startups and SMEs. Get one team for code, UX, APIs and cloud release.
Northstar Rail
Vertex Care
Orion Ledger
PineGrid
Aster Foods
Mosaic Pay
WHAT WE BUILD
Core delivery for web apps and AI tools
Launch a first version in weeks with clear scope, clean code, and a fast handover.
MVP Builds
Launch a first version in weeks with clear scope, clean code, and a fast handover.
Web App Builds
Get a web app that fits your team, your users, and your daily work.
AI Automation
Cut repeat work with bots that sort leads, emails, notes, and tasks.
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API Integrations
Link Stripe, CRMs, and internal tools so data moves once, not twice.
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UX/UI Design
Simple screens and user flows that make the app easy to use from day one.
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Cloud Launches
Ship to AWS, Vercel, or Azure with setup, logs, and release checks.
BUILT FOR TEAMS
Who we help ship
Turn a rough idea into a live MVP with one team for design, code, and launch.
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MVP Builds
Launch a first version in weeks with clear scope, clean code, and a fast handover.
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Web App Builds
Get a web app that fits your team, your users, and your daily work.
03
AI Automation
Cut repeat work with bots that sort leads, emails, notes, and tasks.
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API Integrations
Link Stripe, CRMs, and internal tools so data moves once, not twice.
Use case 01
For Startup Founders
Turn a rough idea into a live MVP with one team for design, code, and launch.
Use case 02
For SME Ops Teams
Cut admin time with automations, connected systems, and clear reports.
Use case 03
For Product Leads
Ship new web features faster with tidy scope, strong UX, and steady releases.
4-8 wks
MVP build time
4-8 wks
MVP build time
2 wks
from brief to sprint
99.9%
cloud uptime target
24h
reply time
SIMPLE PRICING
Pick the right build
One scoping call Core flow wireframes One MVP feature set Git repo and deploy setup Launch checklist and QA
fixed scope
Starter
£4,500
One scoping call
Core flow wireframes
One MVP feature set
Git repo and deploy setup
Most popularPopular
Growth
£11,500
Two strategy calls
Full UX/UI for the app
MVP build in six weeks
Up to three API links
monthly or project
Scale
Custom
Multi-app road map
AI automation pack
SSO and role access
Custom analytics dashboard
Proof
What clients say
Verified
“They shipped our MVP in six weeks and kept the build simple.”
Megan Shaw
Founder @ Finch Peak
Verified
“They cleaned up our API mess and gave us one clear dashboard.”
Daniel Cho
Ops Lead @ Northstar Loop
Verified
“The handover was neat, and our team could keep going fast.”
Priya Patel
Product Manager @ Alder Finch
Integrations
Slack
From first mockup to launch, we build the parts your team needs to ship clean software.
Slack
Slack
From first mockup to launch, we build the parts your team needs to ship clean software.
GitHub
GitHub
From first mockup to launch, we build the parts your team needs to ship clean software.
Figma
Figma
From first mockup to launch, we build the parts your team needs to ship clean software.
Stripe
Stripe
From first mockup to launch, we build the parts your team needs to ship clean software.
The Map
The Map
Questions
Common questions
Quick answers before visitors choose a product, service, or next step.
01Do you build MVPs for early-stage startups?+
Yes. We scope the core flow, design the screens, build the app, and help you ship a first version to users.
02Can you work with our in-house team?+
Yes. We can join your product lead, designers, or engineers and take on one part or the full build.
03What tools do you connect?+
We link Stripe, Slack, Notion, Jira, CRMs, analytics tools, and custom APIs your team already uses.
04Do you handle cloud setup?+
Yes. We set up deploys, staging, logs, and release checks on AWS, Vercel, or your current cloud stack.
05How do you price projects?+
We use fixed-scope starter builds, mid-size project pricing, or custom quotes for larger software work.
06Do you work outside the UK?+
Yes. We are UK-based, but we work with teams across Europe and other time zones by video call each week.
Build notes by email
Get one short email each month with launch tips, product notes, and simple ways to ship faster.