Question 1

What size of business do you work with?

Accepted Answer

We work with a wide range — from ambitious SMEs that have outgrown their current systems, to mid-market and enterprise organisations running complex SAP landscapes. The common thread is that our clients have a real business problem they want solved properly, not patched over.

Question 2

Are you UK-based?

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Yes. We're based in Liversedge, West Yorkshire, and work with businesses across the UK. We understand the UK regulatory environment, commercial norms, and how British businesses operate — and we're always available in your time zone.

Question 3

How do we get started?

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Just get in touch via the contact page or email us directly at info@coravant.co.uk. We'll arrange a call to understand what you're trying to achieve, and give you an honest assessment of how we can help — with no obligation and no sales pressure.

Question 4

Do you work with businesses outside the technology sector?

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Absolutely. We've worked with clients in distribution, manufacturing, retail, professional services, and more. Our skills are transferable — the same expertise that makes us good at SAP or custom development applies regardless of what your business sells.

Question 5

Do we need SAP to work with you?

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Not at all. SAP expertise is one part of what we do, but we also build bespoke software, develop APIs, and help businesses modernise without SAP being involved at all. Our services cover the full spectrum of business technology needs.

Question 6

What is digital transformation, in plain terms?

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It's the process of replacing outdated ways of working — usually involving spreadsheets, email chains, and disconnected software — with modern, integrated systems that reduce manual effort and give you better information to make decisions. It doesn't have to mean a massive multi-year programme; often the most impactful changes are targeted and practical.

Question 7

Can you work with our existing systems rather than replacing them?

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Yes, and this is often the right approach. Replacing a core system is expensive and disruptive. In many cases we can build integrations, automations, or layer additional capability on top of what you already have — giving you the benefits of modernisation without the cost and risk of a full replacement.

Question 8

What is an ERP, and do we need one?

Accepted Answer

An ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system is software that joins up the key parts of your business — finance, stock, purchasing, sales, HR — into a single platform. If you're running those functions on separate systems or spreadsheets and spending significant time moving data between them, an ERP is likely worth serious consideration. We can help you assess whether it's the right move and which platform fits your needs.

Question 9

Do you offer AI and automation services?

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Yes. We've built AI-powered document processing pipelines, intelligent data extraction tools, and workflow automation for clients across several sectors. We focus on practical applications that solve a concrete business problem — not AI for its own sake.

Question 10

What does a typical project look like?

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Most projects start with a discovery phase — we spend time understanding your business, your current systems, and the specific problem you want to solve. From that we produce a clear specification and project plan before any development work begins. We work in short cycles so you see progress regularly and can course-correct early if priorities shift.

Question 11

How long do projects usually take?

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It depends entirely on scope. A focused integration or automation might take four to eight weeks. A bespoke ERP implementation or SAP migration is more likely to take six to eighteen months. We'll give you a realistic timeline estimate during our initial conversations — and we don't inflate estimates to give ourselves padding.

Question 12

Do you provide ongoing support after a project?

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Yes. We offer ongoing support and maintenance arrangements for the systems we build or implement. We can also provide ad-hoc support on a time-and-materials basis if you'd rather not commit to a retainer. Either way, we don't disappear after go-live.

Question 13

How do you charge for your work?

Accepted Answer

We use a mix of fixed-price and time-and-materials depending on what makes sense for the project. For well-defined scopes, fixed price gives you cost certainty. For exploratory or evolving work, time-and-materials is more honest and usually cheaper. We'll recommend the right model for your situation.

Question 14

Can we start small and scale up?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and this is often the sensible approach. A focused proof of concept or a well-scoped initial phase lets you see how we work, validate the solution, and manage budget risk. Many of our longest-standing client relationships started with a modest first engagement.

Question 15

Do you work with public sector organisations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We have experience working within public sector procurement frameworks and understand the additional governance and compliance requirements involved.

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