Stalela Studio

Software built for your business

Off-the-shelf software forces you to adapt to it. Custom software adapts to you. We build web applications, internal tools, automations, and integrations for South African businesses that have outgrown spreadsheets and generic SaaS.

Custom software architecture

Built right, built to last

Modern tech stack, clean architecture, and code you actually own.

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Tailored solutions for complex business needs

What you get

Every project includes the essentials, baked in.

Web applications

Customer portals, admin dashboards, booking systems, inventory management — whatever your business needs.

Internal tools

Replace spreadsheets and manual processes with custom tools that save your team hours every week.

Integrations & APIs

Connect your systems — accounting, CRM, ERP, payment gateways, government portals.

Cloud infrastructure

Deployed on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud with proper security, backups, and monitoring.

Security first

Authentication, authorization, encryption, and POPIA compliance baked in from the start.

Reporting & analytics

Built-in dashboards and reporting so you can make data-driven decisions.

Our process

From first conversation to delivery — here's how we work.

Step 01

Discovery

We map your business processes, pain points, and requirements. We identify the simplest solution that solves the real problem.

Deliverables

  • Process mapping
  • Requirements document
  • Solution architecture
  • Project estimate
Step 02

Design

We design the user experience, data model, and system architecture. You see clickable prototypes before we write a line of code.

Deliverables

  • UI/UX wireframes
  • Clickable prototype
  • Data model
  • Technical specification
Step 03

Build

Agile development in 2-week sprints. You see working software every fortnight and can adjust priorities as we go.

Deliverables

  • Working software (every 2 weeks)
  • Sprint demos
  • Test suite
  • Documentation
Step 04

Launch & support

We deploy to production, train your team, and provide ongoing support and maintenance.

Deliverables

  • Production deployment
  • User training
  • Admin documentation
  • SLA support agreement

Built with modern technology

Industry-leading tools for reliability, performance, and security.

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Packages

Straightforward pricing. No hidden fees.

MVP

From R45,000

Validate your idea with a minimum viable product.

  • Requirements workshop
  • UI/UX design
  • Core feature development
  • Cloud deployment
  • 3 months bug-fix support
  • Source code ownership
Most popular

Business App

From R95,000

A full-featured application for your business.

  • Comprehensive discovery
  • Full UI/UX design & prototype
  • Multi-module development
  • Integrations (up to 3)
  • User authentication & roles
  • Cloud deployment & monitoring
  • 6 months support
  • Source code ownership

Enterprise

Custom

Complex systems for larger operations.

  • Everything in Business App
  • Unlimited integrations
  • Advanced security & compliance
  • Multi-tenant architecture
  • CI/CD pipeline
  • Load testing & optimisation
  • Dedicated team
  • 12 months SLA support

Frequently asked questions

How long does a custom software project take?+

MVPs: 6–10 weeks. Business applications: 3–6 months. Enterprise projects: 6–12+ months. We give you a realistic estimate after discovery.

Do I own the code?+

Yes. 100%. The source code, database, and all intellectual property transfer to you. No vendor lock-in.

What if my requirements change during development?+

That's expected! Our agile process is designed for change. We re-prioritise every sprint so you're always building the most valuable features.

Can you take over an existing codebase?+

Yes. We can audit, maintain, and extend existing applications. We'll give you an honest assessment of the code quality and a plan forward.

What about POPIA compliance?+

We build data protection into the architecture — consent management, data minimisation, encryption, right to erasure, and audit logging.

Got a business problem that needs a software solution?

Book a free discovery call and let's map out the simplest path to solving it.