01 — Scope
Discovery sprint
We spend time understanding the brief, technical context, and constraints. Agents pre-analyse any existing codebase. Humans sign off the spec before a line is written.
qorym.com · AI-native dev agency · "KOR-im"
We build
software
differently.
Custom development for startups and businesses — powered by AI agents, steered by senior humans, shipped at a pace traditional agencies can't touch.
- 10×
- Faster than traditional agencies
- 80%
- Cost reduction vs in-house team
- 100%
- Test-covered deliverables
- 24/7
- Agent runtime, always on
What we build
Eight specialisms.
One lean team.
From greenfield MVPs to rescuing broken projects — we cover the full spectrum of custom software development.
How it works
The Qorym
method
02 — Build
Agent-led delivery
AI agents handle architecture, code generation, testing, and CI/CD setup. Our human engineers review every PR, set quality gates, and intervene where agents need direction.
03 — Ship
Human-certified output
Every deliverable is test-covered, manually reviewed, and compliance-checked before it leaves our hands. No AI output ships without human sign-off.
The Pareto model
80% AI. 20% human.
100% accountable.
80/20
The Pareto rule
AI agents
Human oversight
80% — AI Agents
Architecture generation, code writing, unit test creation, integration testing, CI/CD pipeline setup, documentation, and routine refactoring. Agents run 24/7, never tire, never miss a pull request.
20% — Human engineers
Spec validation, PR review, edge-case resolution, security decisions, client communication, compliance sign-off, and the final quality gate before every release. The quorum — the minimum needed for things to be done right.
Every release is wrapped in automated tests and a manual compliance overview before it ships. No exceptions.
Common questions
Honest answers to
the questions you would ask.
What does "AI-native development agency" actually mean in practice?
AI agents — large language models with code-execution and tool-use capabilities — handle the bulk of code generation, test writing, refactoring, documentation, and CI/CD setup. A human engineer reviews every pull request, owns architecture decisions, and signs off on every release. The split is roughly 80% agent, 20% human — hence the name ("quorum" is the minimum needed for a decision to count).
For you, the visible result is lower cost and faster delivery, with senior-level review on every commit.
How is this different from hiring a freelancer or a traditional agency?
A freelancer is one person with one schedule — their availability is your bottleneck. A traditional agency has a 10–30 person team where most of your money goes to overhead, project managers, and junior developers. Qorym sits between: senior engineering judgement from a small core team, with the throughput of a much larger team because AI agents do the repetitive work in parallel.
The trade-off: you do not get a 5-person account team, and we will not take on projects that do not suit the model.
Is AI-generated code actually production-safe?
Only when reviewed, tested, and signed off by a human — which is exactly what our process enforces. Every change goes through automated tests (unit, integration, security scans) and human pull-request review before merge. Nothing reaches production without a person checking it.
If you have ever rejected a junior developer's PR for not making sense, you understand the work AI agents do: write code, our engineers catch mistakes before they ship.
Who owns the IP and the code we pay for?
You do. Full IP transfer on project completion is standard. You receive the codebase, documentation, infrastructure configuration, and access credentials. No vendor lock-in. We retain the right to mention the engagement publicly only if you explicitly agree.
How quickly can a project actually start?
From first email to discovery call: 1 business day. From signed brief to first commit: typically 3–7 business days, depending on scope complexity. Every engagement starts with a paid discovery sprint so both sides have clarity before committing to delivery — we do not run quote-and-pray contracts.
What does "80% cheaper" really mean for my project?
It is the cost difference relative to a typical UK or US development agency for the same scope. The driver is structural: we do not carry the headcount of a traditional agency, and AI agents do at machine cost what would otherwise take hundreds of senior-engineer hours at £80–£150 per hour.
For a project a London agency might quote at £100K, we typically deliver in the £15K–£25K range. We do not claim it is free or magical — just structurally cheaper.
Ready to start?
Your project.
Our quorum.
Tell us what you're building. We'll tell you how fast we can ship it.
About Qorym
Built on a
simple idea.
A quorum is the minimum number of people needed for a decision to count and work to proceed. We are that group — a small core team of senior engineers steering a fleet of AI agents that do the building.
The result: a development agency that out-delivers on speed, cost, and quality — simultaneously. Not a trade-off. All three.
Why Qorym
The problem with
traditional agencies
❌ Bloated teams
A 30-person agency charges for 30 people. Most of that headcount is management overhead and junior devs doing repetitive work. You pay for process, not output.
❌ Slow delivery
Coordination costs slow everything down. Standups, handoffs, blockers. An agency MVP in 3 months is common. Qorym delivers in weeks — agents don't have meetings.
✓ Qorym: the quorum model
Three senior humans set direction, review, and sign off. Agents execute 24/7. You get senior-level thinking applied to every decision — without paying for fifty people to think it.
✓ Accountability baked in
Every deliverable is wrapped in tests, reviewed by a human engineer, and compliance-checked. We don't blame AI when something's wrong — we catch it before it ships.
The model
How Qorym
actually works
You brief us
We run a paid discovery sprint to understand your requirements, constraints, and existing tech. Agents pre-analyse any existing codebase. Humans validate and write the spec. Nothing moves until you sign it off.
Agents build, humans steer
AI agents generate architecture, write code, create tests, set up CI/CD pipelines, and handle documentation. Our engineers review every pull request, intervene on complex logic, and maintain quality gates throughout. 80/20 in action.
Human-certified delivery
Before any code ships, a human engineer runs a manual compliance overview alongside automated test coverage. We check for security vulnerabilities, edge cases, and spec alignment. Only then does it go to production.
You own everything
Full IP transfer on completion. Clean, documented, tested code. No vendor lock-in, no black boxes. Your team can maintain and extend it from day one.
Founder
Built by a seecurity-first
team that grown from traditional design approaches
Secureware
Security Engineering & Resilient Software Design
Qorym was created by engineers and softwware architects with deep experience in security architecture, adversarial analysis, and resilient system design. After years spent hardening critical systems and analysing real‑world failure modes, the team recognised a clear opportunity: combine AI‑driven development with rigorous human oversight to deliver software that is both fast to build and structurally secure.
The 80/20 model is not a tagline; it is how Qorym actually operates. AI agents handle code generation, test creation, refactoring, and infrastructure scaffolding. Qorym’s senior engineers apply architectural judgement, threat modelling, secure‑by‑design review, and compliance validation before every release.
The result is resilient software engineered with security expertise at its core - without the overhead of a traditional agency. By design, Qorym stays lean, specialised, and uncompromising
Qorym on LinkedIn → Secureware on LinkedIn →Our compliance promise
Every Qorym deliverable is covered by automated test suites and manually reviewed by a human engineer before release. We maintain a compliance overview log for every project — so you always know what was checked, when, and by whom.
Automated test coverage
Manual PR review
OWASP security checks
Compliance log per release
Human sign-off required
Full IP transfer
Clean documentation
No black boxes
About the work
How Qorym actually
operates, in detail.
Who reviews the AI-generated code?
Igor — founder, a security engineer with an offensive cybersecurity background — reviews architecture, security-sensitive code, and signs off on every release. Specialist senior contractors are brought in for niche domains (for example, EDI integrations or specialised security audits) when a project requires expertise outside our core stack.
The principle is simple: no AI output ships to production without a named human's sign-off.
Where are you based and who do you serve?
Qorym is based in the United Kingdom, operating in GMT/BST. We work async-first, which means we serve clients across Europe, North America, and Asia comfortably. Real-time meetings are scheduled within your business hours where possible.
What technologies do you typically use?
Front-end: React, Next.js, TypeScript, vanilla HTML/CSS for simpler builds. Back-end: Node, Python, occasionally Go. Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis. Infrastructure: Docker, GitHub Actions for CI/CD, deployment to your cloud of choice (AWS, GCP, Cloudflare, Hostinger).
We are stack-pragmatic — we use the right tool for the project, not a favourite one. If you have a strong stack preference, we will work within it.
How do you handle client data and security on a project?
All client work is scoped to project-specific environments. Credentials are encrypted at rest. We do not reuse code or data between clients. AI agents are configured not to log or train on client data. NDA defaults are strict.
For sensitive industries — fintech, healthtech, legal — we offer the Secure Development track with stricter controls.
What happens if a project goes off track?
We work with milestone-based contracts. If a milestone is not hit on schedule we explain why and adjust — usually the cause is a specification that needs refinement. If the issue is on our side (a delivery problem) we cover the time at our cost. If you are unhappy at any milestone, you can step out with what has been delivered to date, with no penalty.
Why is the agency called "Qorym"?
"Qorym" derives from quorum — the minimum number of people needed for a decision to count and work to proceed. It is the operating model in one word: a small group of senior humans is sufficient to direct a fleet of AI agents.
The pronunciation is "KOR-im".
Services
Eight ways we
ship for you
Every service is delivered through our 80/20 model — agents doing the heavy lifting, humans ensuring quality. All output is test-covered and manually reviewed before delivery.
SVC · 01
Custom Web Development
Bespoke web applications, client portals, SaaS platforms, and marketing sites — built from scratch to your exact specification. We own the full stack: UI, logic, database, hosting.
- React / Next.js front-end, Node / Python / Go back-end
- Custom database design and optimisation
- Auth, roles, permissions, and user management
- CI/CD pipeline, automated deployment, monitoring
- Full test coverage and documentation
SVC · 02
Custom CRM Development
Your business has a unique sales and relationship process. Off-the-shelf CRMs force you to adapt to them. We build the CRM that adapts to you — pipeline, automations, reports, integrations, all included.
- Custom pipeline stages and deal workflows
- Automated follow-ups, tasks, and notifications
- Reporting dashboards tailored to your KPIs
- Integration with your existing tools (email, calendar, etc.)
- Mobile-responsive and role-based access
SVC · 03
Front & Back End Development
Need a specialist team to build alongside your in-house engineers? We embed as your AI-powered dev capacity — front-end components, back-end services, database layers, or all three.
- React, Vue, or vanilla JS front-end development
- REST and GraphQL API design and implementation
- Database architecture: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis
- Code review and architectural guidance
- Full test coverage at every layer
SVC · 04
API & EDI Integrations
Connect your business systems, automate data flows, and eliminate manual data entry. We handle REST, GraphQL, SOAP, webhook, and EDI standards — including X12 and EDIFACT for trading partner compliance.
- REST, GraphQL, SOAP and webhook integration
- EDI X12, EDIFACT, and custom EDI mapping
- ERP / accounting / eCommerce / logistics connectors
- Real-time and batch data synchronisation
- Error handling, retry logic, and monitoring alerts
SVC · 05
Offline → Online Transition
Running your business on spreadsheets, paper forms, or legacy desktop software? We analyse your current process and build a modern web application that replaces it — keeping everything your team already understands.
- Process analysis and digital workflow mapping
- Data migration from Excel, CSV, or legacy databases
- Bespoke web app matching your existing workflow
- Staff onboarding and training documentation
- Phased rollout to minimise disruption
SVC · 06
Stalled Project Recovery
Your previous agency disappeared. Your freelancer went quiet. The codebase is a mess and the deadline is gone. We specialise in inheriting broken or abandoned projects and getting them over the line.
- Full codebase audit and technical debt mapping
- Honest assessment of what's salvageable
- Structured recovery plan with fixed milestones
- Refactoring, stabilisation, and test coverage
- Delivery of what was originally promised
SVC · 07
Technical Audits
Before you commit to scaling, investing, or acquiring — know exactly what you're working with. Qorym delivers a clear, actionable technical audit covering architecture, security, performance, and maintainability.
- Architecture and scalability review
- Security vulnerability assessment (OWASP aligned)
- Performance profiling and bottleneck analysis
- Dependency audit and risk flagging
- Written report with prioritised recommendations
SVC · 08
Secure Development
Security isn't a phase — it's a practice. Every Qorym build follows secure-by-default principles. For projects with elevated requirements (fintech, healthtech, legal), we offer a dedicated secure development track.
- OWASP Top 10 compliance throughout
- Input validation, encryption, and secrets management
- Role-based access control and audit logging
- Pen-test ready architecture and documentation
- Compliance-aligned delivery (GDPR, SOC2-ready)
Our process
Every project. Same rigour.
01
Discovery
Paid sprint to scope, spec, and validate before a line of code is written.
02
Architecture
Human engineers approve the tech stack and system design. Agents draft it, humans sign off.
03
Build
Agents build 24/7. Human PR review on every merge. Daily progress visible to you.
04
QA & Compliance
Automated tests + manual human review. Compliance log maintained throughout.
05
Ship & Handover
Clean deployment, full documentation, IP transfer, and optional retainer support.
Pricing & process
What clients ask
before they engage.
How can your pricing be 80% lower than other agencies?
Two reasons. First, Qorym is structurally small — minimal overhead, no large team or office. Second, AI agents handle the volume work (code generation, test writing, refactoring) at machine cost. A senior engineer at a London agency might bill £120/hour for repetitive work; our agents do that work and our humans review it. The savings get passed to you.
Can you work with our existing codebase?
Yes. Stalled Project Recovery and Technical Audits both start with codebase work. For greenfield projects we also integrate with existing infrastructure, authentication, and API conventions. We typically start with a paid audit week to map what exists before touching anything.
Do you sign NDAs?
Yes — for any project that requires one. We have a standard NDA available, or we will sign yours. Discovery calls are confidential by default.
What is actually included in a fixed-price quote?
Included: defined deliverables, milestone timeline, automated test coverage, manual QA, deployment, documentation, and a 30-day post-delivery support window for bug fixes.
Not included: change requests outside scope (handled as scoped add-ons), ongoing maintenance (handled by retainer), or third-party services and licensing (your accounts, our setup).
What if we need ongoing support after delivery?
Two options. A low-volume retainer (typically £1,000–£3,000 per month) for bug fixes, security patches, and minor feature work; or a 2-week handover to your in-house team including documentation walkthrough and Q&A. No lock-in either way.
Do you work with regulated industries (fintech, healthtech, legal)?
Yes, through the Secure Development track (+30% on project cost). This includes OWASP Top 10 compliance throughout, input validation and encryption review, audit logging, pen-test-ready architecture, and a compliance log for every release. We align to GDPR and prepare for SOC 2 readiness assessments — we do not issue SOC 2 certification itself, but we make you certification-ready.
Contact Qorym
Let's build
something.
Tell us what you're working on. We'll come back to you within one business day with an honest assessment and a rough scope.
Email us
info@qorym.comWebsite
qorym.com
Response time
Within 1 business day
Based in
United Kingdom · serving clients globally
What happens next
- We review your brief within 1 business day
- We come back with honest questions, not a sales pitch
- Discovery call to align on scope and constraints
- Fixed-price quote with a clear delivery timeline
- Paid discovery sprint before any major commitment
Brief received.
We'll review it and come back to you within one business day. In the meantime, feel free to explore our services or read more about how Qorym works.
Before you write
Practical answers
before you get in touch.
What should I include in my initial brief?
Five things, briefly: (1) what you are trying to build or the problem you are solving; (2) any existing technology we should know about; (3) ideal timeline (honest is fine — "yesterday" is a valid answer); (4) approximate budget range (helps us scope realistically); (5) anything that worries you about the project.
We respond better to "I think this is the goal but I am not sure" than to a perfect 20-page specification.
Is there a charge for the first call?
No. The first discovery call is free (typically 30 minutes). After that, if we both think the project is a fit, we move to a paid discovery sprint (typically £500–£2,000 depending on scope complexity) which produces a written specification and a fixed-price quote. The sprint cost is credited against the project if you proceed.
How long until I hear back?
Within one business day. The first response will either ask clarifying questions or schedule a call. We do not send sales templates, and we do not auto-respond.
Do you work with clients outside the United Kingdom?
Yes. We work globally. Most clients today are in Europe and North America. We operate in GMT/BST but accommodate other time zones for synchronous calls where it makes sense. Documentation, async communication, and code review happen in a timezone-friendly way.
Can I get a quote without revealing my budget?
Yes. Give us the scope and we will quote independently. Sharing a budget range just helps us tell you upfront if your expectations and ours are misaligned — which saves both sides time.
What if my project does not match any of your eight listed services?
Email us anyway. The services list reflects what we do regularly, not an exhaustive boundary. If your project is software, has a clear deliverable, and we have the relevant expertise, we will engage. If it is outside our skill set, we will tell you honestly and (where we can) recommend someone better-suited.