Designing reliable hardware test UIs
Principles for operator ergonomics, device I/O safety, and fault‑tolerant workflows in lab environments.
Cambridge, UK
Hardware test apps and management systems, engineered end‑to‑end.
We design and build full‑stack software—from device test interfaces to company management platforms—fast, secure, and production‑ready.
Insights
Building custom CRMs for SMEs
When off‑the‑shelf falls short: approvals, inventory, quoting, and integrations that reflect your real process.
Cambridge software engineering
How proximity to labs and universities shapes our approach to reliability, testing, and delivery.
Glossary & Playbooks
Validation vs verification in test software
Clear distinctions, where they matter, and how to design processes around both.
Test automation playbook
From device drivers to report pipelines: patterns for robust lab automation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a typical project take?
Discovery 3–5 days, first milestone in 2–3 weeks, full delivery in 4–8 weeks depending on scope and integrations.
What tech stack do you use?
Modern web stacks (TypeScript, performant frontends), Python for services and automation, with CI/CD, testing, and observability.
Do you sign NDAs and handle IP properly?
Yes. We can sign your NDA or provide ours. You own the IP upon payment; we provide source code and documentation at handover.
Do you offer support and SLAs?
Yes. We offer support plans from ad‑hoc to SLAs with response windows and maintenance windows, tailored to your uptime needs.
How do you price projects?
Fixed‑scope fixed‑price for well‑defined work, or milestone‑based pricing for iterative delivery. Transparent scope and change control.
Can you integrate with our existing systems?
Yes. We routinely integrate auth/SSO, CRMs, accounting, inventory, and lab devices. We’ll validate APIs and data flows during discovery.
Where are you based?
Cambridge, UK. We work with local labs and UK businesses; remote collaboration and on‑site sessions are both available.
Who owns the hosting and accounts?
You do. We can provision infrastructure under your accounts (e.g., DNS, hosting, CI) or hand off credentials on completion.
Hardware Test Applications
Operator UIs, device I/O, data capture, calibration workflows, and reporting—reliable and observable.
Company Management Systems
Custom CRMs, approvals, inventory, quoting, and integrations—built around your real process.
Web & Python Platforms
Scalable web apps and Python services with CI/CD, testing, and performance baked in.
Rework & Returns System for a PCB Manufacturer
For a UK electronics manufacturer we built a bespoke rework and returns management system, hosted on a Raspberry Pi and accessed from any browser on the shop floor. It replaces paper red tags, ad‑hoc spreadsheets, and email chains with a single, structured workflow.
- Capture every fault with component‑level detail and generate print‑ready red‑tag labels.
- Track location and status of boards using queues and QR‑coded locations so units aren’t “lost”.
- Searchable history and job statistics for audits, customer KPIs, and continuous improvement.
This isn’t an off‑the‑shelf product; it’s an example of how we tailor software to a manufacturer’s own terminology, BOM structure, and quality process. With adjustments we can adapt this pattern to new sites, or design a fresh system around your workflow.
01
Discover
Problem framing, scope, and measurable outcomes.
02
Build
Iterative delivery with demos, tests, and observability.
03
Launch
Hardened performance, SEO, and support handover.
About MIK Web Services
We are a Cambridge-based software studio focused on engineering-grade solutions. We build hardware test applications, company management systems, and high-performance web & Python platforms that stand up in production.
Our approach blends product thinking with rigorous engineering: clear requirements, measurable outcomes, observability, and reliability from day one.
- Cambridge, UK — close to labs, universities, and hardware teams
- Device I/O, calibration workflows, data capture and reporting
- Custom CRMs, approvals, inventory, quoting, integrations
- CI/CD, automated testing, performance budgets, security reviews
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