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Build, modernise and deliver secure software.

SKOPION designs, builds, integrates, tests, secures, deploys and documents digital solutions. Software engineering and application security work together from architecture through verified handover.

Scope

  • Web applications and customer portals
  • Frontend and backend development
  • APIs and documented interfaces
  • Systems integration and automation
  • Custom software and internal tools
  • WordPress and WooCommerce themes, plugins and integrations
  • AI- and data-driven workflows
  • Modernisation, refactoring and migration
  • Authentication, roles and permission models
  • Security by design and secure software architecture
  • Deployment and technical operations handover
  • Technical documentation and knowledge transfer

Two typical project types

A new digital solution

From target design and architecture through implementation and integration to testing, hardening, deployment and documented handover.

Modernising an existing system

Assess the codebase, dependencies and architecture, then refactor by priority, reduce risk and migrate under control.

Process

A clear process keeps technical decisions, risks and outcomes traceable.

  1. 01Plan — clarify objectives, users, data flows, interfaces and the operating context.
  2. 02Build — deliver iteratively and document changes in a traceable way.
  3. 03Test — verify functionality, accessibility, code, dependencies and integrations.
  4. 04Harden — prioritise relevant findings, remediate them and verify safeguards.
  5. 05Hand over — deploy reproducibly, document the solution and transfer knowledge.

Application security in the development lifecycle

The testing scope is agreed in advance and tailored to the architecture, risk and operating environment.

  • Architecture review and threat modelling
  • Code review and secure implementation patterns
  • Dependency and configuration review
  • Functional testing and authorised penetration testing
  • Remediation, retesting and updated evidence

Possible deliverables

  • Architecture and delivery concept
  • Source code and versioned changes
  • Test and review records
  • Deployment and rollback documentation
  • Technical documentation
  • Prioritised security findings with remediation and retest status

Suitable for

  • Companies and mid-market organisations
  • Agencies and software houses
  • SaaS and platform providers
  • Operators of WordPress and WooCommerce solutions
  • Organisations with modernisation, integration or security needs

Clear boundaries

  • No guarantee of complete freedom from defects or security issues.
  • Active security testing only with written authorization and an agreed scope.
  • Funding eligibility, legal compliance and certification are not promised.
  • Effort, schedule and retesting are agreed separately for each project.

What we need for an initial assessment

For a sound initial assessment, it helps to know:

  • The solution’s objective and users
  • Existing systems or codebase
  • Required interfaces and integrations
  • Relevant data and permission flows
  • Desired timeframe and current project status

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