Enterprise application development is the design, building, integration and support of software that runs core operations across departments. Inventh builds ERP and CRM integrations, workflow automation, portals and reporting platforms, and modernizes legacy systems in stages without disrupting the business.
Enterprise applications and AI
Enterprise Application Development Services
Our approach
Technology decisions are business decisions. We treat them that way.
Most enterprises do not need another standalone system. They need the systems they already own to share data, automate the handoffs between teams and give leaders one trusted view of the business. Every engagement starts with the business case, and every release is measured against it.
Integration first
Every application is designed around the ERP, CRM, finance and data platforms it must work with, so information is entered once and flows everywhere.
Security and governance built in
Single sign on, role based access, encryption and audit trails designed in from the start, ready for internal and external audit.
Modernize in stages
Replace legacy systems one capability at a time, so operations keep running and value arrives in months, not years.
Where we create value
Enterprise outcomes, function by function
We start from the business function and the result it needs, then design the applications, integrations and AI that deliver it.
Finance and accounting
Automated invoice capture and matching, faster period close, and live cash and margin reporting across entities.
Shorter close cycles, fewer manual journals, one version of the numbers.
Supply chain and logistics
Order, inventory and shipment data connected from suppliers to customers, with exceptions surfaced early.
Fewer stock outs and delays, lower working capital, better supplier performance.
Sales and customer service
CRM, quoting, portals and service workflows connected to ERP, so customers get accurate answers first time.
Faster quotes and responses, higher retention, lower cost to serve.
Operations and field service
Scheduling, work orders, inspections and mobile apps for field teams, with data flowing back to the office.
More jobs completed per day, fewer repeat visits, complete audit trails.
Procurement and vendors
Supplier onboarding, purchase approvals and contract data managed in one governed workflow.
Shorter approval cycles, stronger controls, better negotiating data.
Leadership and reporting
Data platforms and dashboards that bring every system into one trusted, near real time view of performance.
Decisions made on current data, not last month’s spreadsheet.
What we build
Our enterprise application development services
Delivered as focused projects or as a long term program across your application portfolio.
Custom Enterprise Applications
Line of business applications for operations, finance, supply chain and service teams, built around how your organization actually works.
ERP and CRM Integration
Integrations and extensions for platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, NetSuite and Salesforce, without modifying the core system.
Workflow and Process Automation
Approvals, document flows and handoffs automated across departments, with the exceptions routed to the right people.
Enterprise Portals and Intranets
Secure portals for employees, customers, suppliers and partners, with single sign on and role based access.
Data Platforms and Reporting
Data pipelines, warehouses and dashboards that give leadership one reliable view of performance.
Legacy Application Modernization
Web Forms, WCF, WPF, AngularJS and other ageing applications ported to supported frameworks and the cloud in planned stages, with data migrated and validated.
Enterprise AI
Put AI to work inside your systems
AI delivers real value in the enterprise when it is connected to your data and processes, with the permissions, audit trails and human review your organization requires.
Assistants for internal teams
Assistants that answer policy, product and process questions from your own documents and systems, respecting existing access rights.
Document processing
Invoices, orders, contracts and forms read, classified and entered into your ERP automatically, with people reviewing exceptions.
AI agents connected to your systems
Agents that carry out defined tasks through secure APIs and open standards such as the Model Context Protocol, with every action logged.
Forecasting and prediction
Demand, cash flow, maintenance and risk models built on your operational data and embedded in the tools your teams already use.
Enterprise AI adoption
From AI pilot to production value
Many AI pilots never reach production because data, integration and governance were an afterthought. Our roadmap puts those foundations first, working hand in hand with our AI and machine learning practice.
Readiness
Assess data quality, systems access, security and skills, and identify where AI can create measurable value.
Use case portfolio
Prioritize use cases by value, feasibility and risk, and agree the success measures for each one.
Production build
Build AI into the applications and workflows people already use, with evaluation, monitoring and human review.
Scale and govern
Extend proven use cases across functions under a clear governance model, with costs and results tracked.
Governance aligned with the NIST AI Risk Management Framework, ISO/IEC 42001 and, where it applies, the EU AI Act.
See our AI and machine learning servicesDecision ready outputs
What your leadership team receives
Every assessment and program produces documents your executives, IT and finance teams can use to decide and govern.
Application portfolio assessment
Every system rated on business value, technical health, cost and risk.
Target architecture
How applications, data, integrations and AI should fit together, and the path to get there.
Business case
Costs, benefits, payback and the assumptions behind them, stated plainly.
Prioritized roadmap
Phased initiatives with dependencies, milestones and quick wins identified.
Risk and controls register
Delivery, security, data and compliance risks with owners and mitigations.
Adoption and change plan
Training, communication and support so new systems are actually used.
Future proof by design
Deadlines and standards we plan around
Vendor support dates drive enterprise roadmaps. These are the current deadlines and standards we help clients prepare for.
Reviewed September 2026
November 10, 2026
.NET 8 and .NET 9 end of support
Microsoft ends support for .NET 8 and .NET 9 on November 10, 2026 and recommends .NET 10, a long term support release supported through November 2028.
End of 2027
SAP ECC mainstream maintenance ends
SAP provides mainstream maintenance for SAP Business Suite 7 core applications until the end of 2027, with extended maintenance available until the end of 2030.
December 31, 2029
Microsoft Dynamics GP support ends
Microsoft ends product support and updates for Dynamics GP on December 31, 2029, with security patches ending on April 30, 2031.
October 14, 2025
Windows 10 reached end of support
Desktop applications and devices still on Windows 10 no longer receive standard security updates and need a plan for Windows 11.
December 2025
An open standard for AI agents
The Model Context Protocol joined the Linux Foundation's new Agentic AI Foundation, strengthening it as an open standard for connecting AI agents to business systems.
Every year
Framework and platform lifecycles
Frameworks, databases and cloud services all retire versions on published schedules. Our support plans track them so upgrades are planned, not rushed.
Choosing an approach
Buy, extend or build
| Criteria | Off the shelf software | Extend your ERP | Custom enterprise application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Standard processes shared by most companies | Processes close to what your ERP already does | Processes that differentiate your business |
| Time to value | Fastest to start | Moderate | Longer, delivered in stages |
| Fit to your process | You adapt to the software | Good, within the platform's limits | Built around your process |
| Long term cost and control | Ongoing licenses, vendor roadmap | Tied to the ERP's upgrade cycle | You own the code and the roadmap |
How we work
From assessment to a system your teams rely on
Assess
Current systems, processes, integrations and risks mapped with your stakeholders, ending in a prioritized roadmap and business case.
Architect
Target architecture, integration design, security model and data migration plan agreed before build.
Build and integrate
Delivery in short sprints with working releases, automated testing and integration testing against your real systems.
Deploy and support
Phased rollout, training and hypercare, followed by monitoring, support and planned upgrades.
Program governance
How we run enterprise programs
Executive steering
A regular steering meeting with your sponsors to review progress, risks, decisions and value delivered.
Transparent reporting
Status, risks, issues and decisions tracked in a shared log, with plain reporting on schedule and budget.
Quality gates
Defined entry and exit criteria for design, build, testing and go live, so nothing reaches production untested.
Change and adoption
Training, documentation and hypercare planned with your teams, so the business adopts what we deliver.
Technology
Platforms and tools we work with
Enterprise grade technologies chosen to fit your existing estate, skills and security requirements.
Application platforms
ERP and CRM
Integration and data
Cloud and security
Enterprise standards
Secure, compliant and built to last
Security by design
Single sign on, role based access, encryption in transit and at rest, audit logs and secure coding aligned with OWASP guidance.
Ready for audit
Change control, test evidence and documentation that support your internal controls and external audits.
Built to scale
Architecture designed for growth in users, data and integrations, with monitoring from day one.
You own everything
Source code, documentation and intellectual property belong to your organization, with full knowledge transfer to your team.
Connected capabilities
One partner across the enterprise stack
AI and Machine Learning
Generative AI, AI agents, machine learning and predictive analytics.
ExploreCustom Software Development
Applications built around how your business actually runs.
ExploreWeb Development
Portals, web applications and ecommerce platforms.
ExploreMobile App Development
Field, customer and employee apps for iOS and Android.
ExploreUX and UI Design
Research led design for complex enterprise workflows.
ExploreDedicated Development Teams
Architects and engineers who extend your IT team.
ExploreEngagement models
Ways to work with us
Assessment and roadmap
A fixed scope review of your application portfolio, integrations and risks, with a prioritized roadmap.
Fixed scope project
A defined application, integration or modernization delivered to an agreed scope, timeline and price.
Dedicated enterprise team
Architects, engineers, QA and a delivery lead working through your roadmap as an extension of your IT team, with ongoing maintenance and support.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is enterprise application development?
Enterprise application development is the design, building, integration and support of software that runs core business operations across departments, such as ERP extensions, workflow systems, portals and reporting platforms, built to enterprise standards for security, scale and governance.
How is a custom enterprise application different from off the shelf software?
Off the shelf software suits standard processes and starts quickly, but your teams adapt to it. A custom application is built around your own processes and integrations, and your organization owns the code and the roadmap.
Can you integrate with our ERP and CRM?
Yes. We build integrations and extensions for platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, NetSuite and Salesforce through supported APIs, without modifying the core system.
How do you modernize legacy systems without disrupting operations?
We replace legacy systems in stages, running old and new side by side while each capability moves, with data migrated and validated at every step.
How do you handle security and compliance?
Security is designed in from the start: single sign on, role based access, encryption, audit logs and secure coding aligned with OWASP guidance, with documentation that supports your audits.
How long does an enterprise application project take?
A focused application or integration typically takes a few months. Larger programs are delivered in phases, with working releases every few weeks.
Can AI be added to our enterprise systems safely?
Yes. We connect AI to your systems through secure APIs, respect existing access rights, log every action and keep people reviewing decisions where it matters.
Do you support and maintain existing enterprise applications?
Yes. We take over support for applications built by other teams, starting with a technical audit, then provide maintenance, monitoring, security updates and enhancements under an agreed service level.
Do you provide technology consulting before development?
Yes. Many engagements start with an enterprise assessment: a review of your application portfolio, integrations, data and AI opportunities that ends in a target architecture, business case and roadmap, whether or not we deliver the build.
How do you govern AI in enterprise applications?
We align AI work with recognized frameworks such as the NIST AI Risk Management Framework and ISO/IEC 42001, and with regulation such as the EU AI Act where it applies, using access controls, audit logs, evaluation and human review for decisions that matter.
Our platform is reaching end of support. What are our options?
Typically upgrade, migrate to a supported platform or replace the capability with a modern application. We assess cost, risk and timeline for each option and recommend a plan well before the deadline.
Start with a clear view of your application estate
Book an enterprise assessment. We will map your systems, integrations and AI opportunities, and come back with a prioritized roadmap, risks and a business case your leadership team can act on.