Why Bespoke Software can be the Smarter Way to Stay Ahead

No matter your industry – logistics, shipping, traffic management, property lettings, or vehicle hire – one challenge is the same: compliance.

Regulations keep changing, paper-based processes create inefficiencies, and the cost of getting it wrong can be severe. At Merisis, we design bespoke compliance software solutions that simplify complex workflows, reduce risk and give you full confidence in your operations.

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Why compliance is so complex?

Every sector faces its own requirements:

  • Logistics & shipping must meet customs rules such as ICS2 compliance.
  • Traffic management companies need to record road setups accurately for health & safety.
  • Property managers must demonstrate audit trails for inspections.
  • Vehicle hire providers need digital evidence – from signed terms and conditions to date and GPS stamped images.

While the regulations differ, the pain points are the same: manual processes, disconnected systems and endless paperwork.

How bespoke compliance software helps

Many organisations rely on generic “off-the-shelf” systems. The problem? They’re rigid, costly and don’t reflect the nuances of your business. With custom-built compliance platforms, you gain:

Integration – Seamless links with your existing systems (HR, asset management, finance). 

Digitised processes – Replace paper forms with electronic forms and PDFs.

On-the-go functionality – Mobile apps capture data, signatures, images, and inspection notes.

Proof of compliance – GPS, time and date-stamped photos prove checks were carried out on-site.

Audit trails – Automatic archiving of compliance records for easy retrieval.

Case study examples

  • For Roadway Traffic Management, we built a mobile platform that integrates compliance with health & safety, vehicle maintenance and staff training – reducing costs by 50%.
  • With TouchRight Property Software, we created a mobile app and platform that digitises property inspections, saves hours each day, and generates professional reports instantly.
  • In vehicle hire, we’ve helped clients capture signatures and compliance evidence (with photos) to meet terms and conditions.

These solutions are not about ticking boxes. They’re about embedding compliance into everyday operations – making it efficient, consistent and reliable.

What is compliance software?

It’s a digital platform that manages regulatory requirements for your industry – replacing manual paperwork with electronic forms, signatures, and audit trails.

Why not use off-the-shelf compliance software?

Generic systems rarely fit the specific needs of your business. A bespoke compliance platform is built around your workflows, saving time and reducing errors.

How does compliance software save money?

By reducing admin hours, avoiding fines or delays and eliminating unnecessary software licence costs. Many of our clients see ROI within months.

Can compliance software be customised for my industry?

Yes. Whether it’s ICS2 shipping compliance, health & safety in traffic management, property inspections, or vehicle hire, our software is built to your requirements.

Merisis is a UK-based software development company with proven expertise across multiple sectors. From ICS2 customs compliance platforms to property inspection apps, we design solutions that are intuitive, cost-effective and scalable.

With Merisis, compliance stops being a burden and becomes a strength – a streamlined, digital process that protects your business and saves time.

Looking to replace paper forms, streamline compliance and stay ahead of regulatory change?
Get in touch with Merisis to discuss a bespoke compliance software solution for your business.

Merisis Case Study: Creating real-time
visibility and efficiency for Yusen Logistics.

Yusen Logistics have over 595 offices in 255 cities in 47 countries and regions working across industries such as aerospace, automotive, tech and healthcare.
Merisis work with Yusen Logistics’ European warehousing and distribution network.

Logistics technology: Yusen Logistics use an industry standard software solution which is the digital heart of their transport management services. However, in line with customer requirements and Yusen Logistics’ strategic digital services vision, there was a recognised need to offer a greater level of personalisation and customisation which would therefore create a more bespoke customer experience, but without incurring excessive development fees or starting anew.

The Challenge

Unfortunately, the embedded software did not offer the flexibility or customisation options required. Yusen Logistics’ requirement was to create an interface which enabled all key contributors and owners of different elements of the logistics process to have greater visibility at any given time. An additional goal was to improve efficiency within the ordering logistics process.

The challenge for Merisis was to design and build a dashboard which was to be both very flexible as well as retaining the valuable data from the ‘off the shelf’ software solution too. It was extremely important that Merisis’ solution didn’t create additional or repeat work for Yusen Logistics or indeed, for their customers.

Our Approach

The original process, above, included a variety of different communication channels, little audit trail and very limited visibility
With the new portal, communication lines can be achieved more directly with enhancements to data to include proof of delivery and more detailed item tracking.

Merisis worked alongside Yusen Logistics and combined their understanding of the logistics industry with technical capability to create a solution which would seamlessly interact with the content on the base software package used across the business.

To start the project, meetings and workshops were arranged which soon identified duplicate processes within the incumbent solution as well as a dependence on manual updates and notifications which could lead to error and increased processing time.

In addition, Merisis felt that other technologies such as GPS location tracking was not being utilised to its best, and therefore saw ways to modernise the tracking process. A key part of the challenge was ensuring the central system was not replaced and all additions were to act as enhancements. This was to make sure the users of the system had an uninterrupted and stress-free experience and the benefits of previous work was retained.

The Outcome – Logistics Technology that delivers

“Choosing Merisis to work with us on our Road Portal Europe tool was an easy decision – they have a long history of delivering successful projects for Yusen Logistics.
They add value to the process both functionally and technically, and are considered as a trusted partner rather than supplier.”

Chris Davidson, Regional Application Specialist (TMS), IT

Yusen Logistics’ Road Portal has been a great success delivering on expectation for the first stage with new enhancements ready to create a more effective and relevant system. It’s enabling Yusen Logistics to offer their clients an enhanced level of visibility which was not previously available to them with the industry solution.

Furthermore, the new real-time elements positions the Road Portal as a single point of truth, not just for logistics companies, but also for manufacturers, warehousing and the customer.

The portal has delivered the functionality, accessibility and bespoke personalisation which wasn’t previously available. Such is the positive feedback that both Yusen Logistics and Merisis are continuing to develop and improve the portal – adding new components making it an invaluable tool for them and their customers.


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