A team of Bristol based software developers

The Giant Minds of Software

Named after the industrious Bristol Giant, Ghyston, we blend established practices with cutting-edge technologies to deliver high-quality bespoke software projects for ambitious companies. With end-to-end expertise, we can take your ideas from concept to working software. Our Bristol-based team love to be challenged with complex problems and to apply their creative knowledge to come up with a tailored solution- whether that means crafting something entirely new or integrating AI technologies to unlock smarter ways of working.

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Our A-B-C Delivery Model

Every organisation has different software delivery needs. That’s why our A-B-C model - Assist, Blend and Complete - offers three flexible ways to work with us.

Whether you need short-term support, a collaborative delivery partner or full project ownership, we adapt to you, not the other way around.

Assist

Perfect for short-term needs or unblocking stalled projects, Assist gives you rapid access to experienced engineers, consultants, and problem-solvers. We slot into your team to fill gaps, relieve pressure, and bring fresh energy where it’s needed most.

Use Assist when you need to meet a critical deadline, overcome a technical or resourcing gap, or breathe life into a legacy system. It’s also ideal for validating a new project idea or breaking free from project inertia.

With Assist, you get expert consultation and technical input, delivered by a team that takes full accountability. We align closely with your internal teams, offer immediate value, and help improve your processes while upskilling your people.

Blend

(most popular)

Partnership working with full control. Blend is for when you need more than extra hands - you need a delivery partner who can embed alongside your team and accelerate complex, high-stakes projects without letting go of the reins.

Blend is suited to situations where you need to de-risk large or multi-stream delivery, add senior-level capability, or balance your internal workload with expert external support. It’s especially useful when there’s a need to clarify objectives, processes or technical direction.

This service includes everything offered by Assist, with the addition of senior consultants and business analysts. You’ll benefit from embedded risk management, strong project governance, and hands-on team collaboration, all while building internal capability.

Complete

For your most critical or transformational projects, Complete provides the confidence of full ownership and delivery from Ghyston. We bring the right people, process, and precision to take your project from concept to successful completion - on time, on budget, and to an exceptional standard.

Complete is the right choice for delivering flagship products or platforms, especially when timelines are tight or internal capacity is stretched. It is designed to eliminate delivery risk and guarantee results.

Our team handles consultancy, design, development and post-launch support. We manage governance and delivery, scale resources as needed, and ensure smooth handover with thorough documentation and knowledge transfer.

Solving problems with software solutions

Our software solution helped improve the delivery of care services across Sanctuary’s care homes

Our bespoke care app allowed Sanctuary to transform the way they operate in their homes. Carers now have more time to spend with residents and managers have a better oversight due to real-time reporting.

Find out moreabout the bespoke Sanctuary app

“For us it was all about quality, and that really aligns with Ghyston’s ethos. From the diligence of the recruitment to the superior nature of the code, exceptional quality resonates in everything they do.”

Ashley Hewson, Director of IT and Digital, Unite Students

Find out moreabout the Unite Students case study

Unite Students case study

+40,000

days saved

The digitisation of the process has reduced the average time to receive tenancy returns from 9 days to 4 days per bed, meaning that the number of customers lost to competitors has reduced significantly.

Our software solution provided Unite Students with a booking management system for 8000+ beds.

The future-proof system resulted in increased efficiency, higher revenue and happier employees.

Find out moreabout our Unite Students case study

Tech Agnostic

We’re not biased towards using the trendiest technologies. Ghyston’s software developers are expert problem solvers and are confident in using a wide array of technologies, both traditional and new, to solve highly unique business problems. The important thing is that we choose the right technology for your specific problem and business objectives. We can lay out the pros and cons of different technical approaches and can quickly pick up any new technologies that offer value to the project.

The Giant Minds

We work hard to recruit for aptitude not knowledge, and to train and cultivate talent. As a result we have the best problem solvers in the South West! From organised project managers and detail-obsessed testers to curious coders, our team are dedicated to helping our clients meet their goals.

Meet them here

Our diverse experience and knowledge of a variety of technologies means we continuously deliver the best results for clients.

Bristol Based

With a workforce of almost 25,000 people, Bristol has become a huge player in the tech scene. Our involvement in the local tech community allows us to gain insights from other organisations and to stay at the forefront of technology best practices. We love to work with local companies, and also to represent the South West with work for businesses across the UK.

Quality Guaranteed

We pride ourselves on producing the right solution, first time and quickly. We're so confident about what we deliver that we will fix any bugs for free for the first two months after go-live (subject to a maintenance agreement).

Beautifully crafted software that delivers results

Our longstanding client Greencore asked for a bespoke HR system that was tailored to their needs, reflecting their culture and ways of working. We built a system for them which carries no license fee and is highly configurable so they can keep it updated and relevant to their business without the ongoing cost of a big support contract. The system is designed to be fully optimised around what Greencore users need and is a far cry from traditional clunky HR systems. As a result, feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with a user score of 4.6/5, and was even recognised with an award from the CIPD.

Industry thoughts and news

Thriving in Disruption: The Six Leadership Priorities for 2025 - 6. Prioritising Sustainability in Tech Leadership

Sustainability is now essential for tech leadership, driven by climate urgency and rising stakeholder expectations. By adopting eco-friendly operations, designing sustainable products, and transparently measuring progress, technology leaders can ensure ethical impact and long-term business success.

Ric Hill

6th February 2026

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Thriving in Disruption: The Six Leadership Priorities for 2025 - 5. Cultivating Resilience in Uncertain Times

As uncertainty continues to shape global markets, organisational resilience has become critical for not just surviving disruption but thriving through it. Resilient organisations are guided by strong leadership that reframes challenges as opportunities, promotes adaptability, and sustains a positive, collaborative culture under pressure. By encouraging flexible mindsets, prioritising employee mental wellbeing, and engaging in scenario-based planning, leaders can equip their teams to respond confidently to change and emerge stronger in the face of adversity.

Ric Hill

26th January 2026

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Thriving in Disruption: The Six Leadership Priorities for 2025 - 4. Leading Through the Rise of AI and Emerging Technologies

Artificial intelligence is transforming industries at a rapid pace, bringing major opportunities and ethical challenges. Leaders must balance innovation with responsibility by addressing issues like data privacy, job displacement, and transparency. Investing in upskilling, implementing clear AI policies, and prioritising ethical development help organisations stay competitive while building trust.

Ric Hill

19th January 2026

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