About us

OFS is a young and ambitious business which was founded in 2003 by Scott Hodson BSc (hons) and Ian Rumsey (software genius) who initially started the company to develop health and fitness software for the public and private sector.

This forward thinking team predicted that over the next 10 to 20 years the health, sport and leisure and industries would go through a technology boom where more and more people would be looking for innovative solutions in the health, sport and leisure industries.

OFS set about promoting the benefits which could be achieved by developing bespoke solutions and have gone from strength to strength gaining high profile clients and accolades for innovation.

OFS was very proud to have been finalists in the Kent Innovation Challenge in both 2006 and 2007 for the technologies they used to promote and enhance health, fitness and exercise, and scooped a Leisure Report Award in partnership with Shokk Tactics for the innovation award in 2008.

To underpin their progress and development into an industry leading company they were also finalists in the Kent Excellence in Business Awards (KEiBA) and the Medway Business Awards in 2009 whilst scooping the Interactive Media Award in 2010.

The company is rapidly building a reputation for developing highly intelligent and robust solutions for a varied client base and looks forward to continuing their development as the health, sport and leisure web design and software specialists.

If you have a need for any of our services or would like to know more about OFS please contact us.

Experience

OFS have worked with many clients to develop a wide range of solutions including subscription-based commercial websites, member management systems, CRMs and scientific fitness assessment software.

The types of project we take-on are wide ranging, but the common factors are leading-edge systems and satisfied customers. We pride ourselves in delivering a complete service;

Specialists

OFS are the only web design and software development house specifically operating in the health, sport and leisure industries. Each of their managers has extensive knowledge and practical experience in each of these sectors which provides you with the added benefit of having a supplier that you can relate to and a website or software project that is right for you.

One stop shop

We provide complete systems, combining web, desktop and systems integration, bespoke software, e-commerce solutions and graphic design, saving you time and money.

Dedicated project manager

You will be allocated a project manager who will work with you from start to finish ensuring you get the results you deserve.

In-house development team

Your project will receive attention from highly trained and skilled professionals including:

• Project planners
• Project managers
• Sports scientists
• Software engineers
• Database specialists
• Graphic designers

No outsourcing to far and distant countries

The OFS team is all based in the UK ensuring that all communications and services will be efficient and responsive.

Flexible payment plans

We can provide you with flexible payment terms based on your project and proposal. Contact OFS here and let us provide you with the solution you want... on time and on budget.

Referral Partnership Scheme

Become a referral partner and earn cash for referrals.

System Specification

We work closely with our clients to design their system from the ground up. Even if you have little more than a grand vision of your desired system our in-house project managers will architect the specification to the finest detail including bespoke research and algorithms if required.

Bespoke Software Design and Development

Whether you are after the latest Web 2.0 customer-focused website, or backend analysis tool our graphical designers and software engineers have got the experience to match. Our websites are standards driven and fully accessible, whilst our desktop software uses the latest Microsoft technologies to leverage performance.

System Integration

Not all projects are straightforward software-only deployments. Often there is a level of hardware integration required. For example we have delivered a member management solution with touch-screen kiosks and biometric user access controls.

Maintenance and Support

All of our systems come with a service agreement to meet your needs. Typically this will cover all necessary hardware and software maintenance, but can also be extended to cover first and second line technical support including telephone help desk.

Training

Whilst we endeavour to make our systems as user-friendly as possible it is inevitable that user training will be needed for any new and bespoke system. We can provide both the trainers and the location if required.