What CoreSolutions Software Inc. does

CoreSolutions Software Inc. is a Canadian custom software development firm headquartered in London, Ontario, with additional offices in Laval, Quebec and Toronto. Founded in 1989, the company has operated for over 30 years and specializes in FileMaker-based database development, custom web applications, and cross-platform mobile (iOS/Android) development, serving clients across manufacturing, education, financial services, government, healthcare, and SMB segments.

The company's technology stack is anchored on the FileMaker/Claris platform, supplemented by PHP, MySQL, C#, SQL, ASP.NET, Java, HTML5, and CSS. CoreSolutions is a FileMaker Business Alliance Platinum Member and an authorized reseller of FileMaker volume licenses (VLA, EVLA, SLA, AVLA, ASLA), and has won a FileMaker Excellence Award. Beyond services, the firm has productized a small portfolio including Baseline CRM (a $499 one-time-license CRM with no monthly fees), CoreTICKET (service resolution management), Auditor for iPad (audit/checklist tool), and CoreUM (meeting scheduling), alongside Industry 4.0/IIoT solutions delivered in partnership with FreePoint Technologies.

Revenue is generated primarily through project-based custom development on a quote basis, supplemented by one-time product licenses (Baseline CRM), FileMaker licensing resale, training services, and consulting. The go-to-market is sales-led enterprise and mid-market field sales, with free 20-minute consultations and needs analysis, supported by content marketing (three branded blogs and a Manager's Guide e-book) and community involvement. CoreSolutions became a subsidiary of Direct Impact Solutions Inc. on March 16, 2020, and the combined entity is positioned as one of North America's top software and custom database development firms, with 1,291+ clients served and 319,000+ development hours delivered to date.

Name

CoreSolutions Software Inc.

Legal name

CoreSolutions Software Inc.

Website

https://coresolutions.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CoreSolutions Software Inc. is a London, Ontario-based custom software development firm that builds FileMaker, web, and mobile applications for enterprise and mid-market clients in manufacturing, education, financial services, and government. A subsidiary of Direct Impact Solutions Inc., it has served 1,291+ clients over 30 years.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Revenue model

1. Custom Software Development: Project-based custom software development for desktop, web, and mobile applications. Clients are involved throughout a milestone-based development process. Pricing varies by project scope and requirements.
2. Software Products (Baseline CRM): One-time perpetual license sale of Baseline CRM at $499. No monthly fees. Additional customization available.
3. FileMaker Licensing Resale: Authorized FileMaker reseller offering VLA, EVLA, SLA, AVLA, and ASLA license agreements. Volume discounts available.
4. Training Services: FileMaker training and coaching services, including remote and in-person options. Curriculum-based training programs.
5. Software Consulting: Business requirements definition, project methodology advice, needs analysis, and strategic consulting for software purchases and implementations.
6. Database Conversions: FileMaker database conversions and migrations from legacy systems, including data migration services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

CoreSolutions Software Inc. is a custom software development firm that designs, builds, and supports desktop, web, and mobile applications primarily on the FileMaker platform, alongside PHP, MySQL, C#, SQL, ASP.NET, Java, iOS, and Android. They deliver bespoke database systems, CRM and service-management products, system integration, and IIoT/Industry 4.0 solutions for organizations, and they resell FileMaker licensing.

Product overview

CoreSolutions Software Inc. is a custom software development firm offering a portfolio of proprietary products and professional services. Their product suite includes Baseline CRM (a $499 FileMaker-based CRM with no monthly fees), CoreTICKET (automated service resolution management), Auditor (iPad audit/checklist tool), CoreUM (meeting scheduling application), and Gifts. (Android holiday budgeting app). CoreSolutions provides services around FileMaker development (as a Platinum Business Alliance member), web development, mobile development (iOS/Android/Web), system integration, software consulting, IIoT/Industry 4.0 solutions, and FileMaker training/licensing. The company operates a milestone-based development methodology and serves clients across manufacturing, education, healthcare, and enterprise sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CoreTICKET: Automated Service Resolution Management system for workflow automation and incident tracking.
• Baseline CRM
• Auditor

Products and services

• Baseline CRM A customizable Customer Relationship Management system built on the FileMaker Platform, offered as a one-time purchase for $499 with no monthly fees, including lead/prospect management, activity tracking, custom modules (Sales, Invoicing, Inventory), and mobile access for Windows, Mac, and mobile devices.
• CoreTICKET Automated Service Resolution Management system that centralizes workflow, tracks incidents, manages tasks and deadlines, and supports SLA monitoring across organizations, including end-to-end hosting, setup, and email integration.
• Auditor for iPad Simple and intuitive audit and checklist tool for iPad businesses, enabling health and safety checks, home inspections, and compliance record management with photo/video/audio evidence capture and PDF export capabilities.
• CoreUM Ultimate Meeting Application that simplifies scheduling meetings and determining meeting dates across teams and organizations.
• Gifts. Android mobile application designed for holiday gift budgeting and management.
• FileMaker Development Services Custom database development services using the FileMaker platform, including certified FileMaker Pro developers, database conversions, migrations, and personalized coaching, with Platinum-level FileMaker Business Alliance membership.
• FileMaker Go Mobile Development Mobile application development services using FileMaker Go for iPad and iPhone, enabling remote database access, inventory checks, sales orders, and on-site tracking.
• FileMaker Licensing Resale Authorized FileMaker license reselling offering VLA, EVLA, SLA, AVLA, and ASLA license options for organizations of all sizes, with volume discounts available.
• Web Development Services Custom web application development services using PHP, MySQL, FileMaker Pro, FileMaker Go, C#, SQL, ASP.NET, and Java technologies for desktop, mobile, and web platforms.
• System Integration Services Software integration services including custom API development, microAPI creation, cloud-based system connections, legacy system solutions, and data migration to cloud platforms.
• Software Consulting Strategic software consulting including business requirements definition, discovery, design, development, demo, and deployment advice with over 27 years of experience.
• IIoT and Industry 4.0 Solutions Smart manufacturing and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions integrating with CNC machines, presses, lathes, welding torches, stamping machines, and injection molders, in partnership with FreePoint Technologies' ShiftWorx platform.
• Mobile Development Services Cross-platform mobile application development for iOS, Android, and Web, delivering cutting-edge applications with over 25 years of custom software development experience.
• FileMaker Training Services FileMaker training services including remote and classroom training, coaching, and personalized learning programs delivered by certified FileMaker trainers.
• Database Conversion Services FileMaker database conversion services for migrating legacy databases to modern FileMaker formats.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced manual reporting from 40 hours monthly to on-demand reports
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers20 records

Segments6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FileMaker, Inc. (Claris)coreTechnology or IntegrationPlatinum level members of the FileMaker Business Alliance. As authorized resellers, they provide FileMaker licensing (VLA, EVLA, SLA, AVLA, ASLA) often at discounts. They are certified FileMaker developers and trainers with access to latest platform tools and knowledge.
• TechAllianceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOrganization that promotes and empowers London technology companies. Provides education and networking opportunities to accelerate business growth for small-to-medium enterprises.
• London Chamber of CommerceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity involvement partnership through London Chamber of Commerce membership for local business networking and community engagement.
• Fanshawe CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMany employees are Fanshawe Alumni, with some teaching part-time. President/CEO Barney Lawn is former chair of the School of Information Technology College Advisory Committee.
• Aglu ConsultingminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPartnership association for collaborative technology and consulting services.
• Mentor-WorksminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner organization providing training and skills development support, including Canada-Ontario Job Grant programs for client training.
• Direct Impact Solutions Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAs of March 16, 2020, CoreSolutions Software became part of Direct Impact Solutions Inc., which has become one of North America's top software and custom database development firms. Parent company relationship providing strategic backing and expanded capabilities.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Skeleton Key: U.S.-based FileMaker consulting and custom development firm with deep Claris platform expertise and a Platinum-level Business Alliance posture. Directly comparable in service mix (custom database, web, mobile) and customer profile (mid-market and enterprise).
• DB Services: Long-standing FileMaker development and consulting firm offering custom application development, hosting, and training. Closely comparable to CoreSolutions in target customer (enterprise and SMB) and reliance on the FileMaker/Claris ecosystem.
• Beezwax Datatools: California-based FileMaker Business Alliance Platinum member providing custom development, add-on products (BBox), and consulting. Comparable to CoreSolutions in platform specialization, vertical breadth, and product-plus-services model.
• Richard Carlton Consulting (RCC): FileMaker-focused training, consulting, and development firm widely known in the Claris community. Directly comparable through its training-led monetization model and deep FileMaker technical bench, overlapping with CoreSolutions' certified training practice.
• Codence: FileMaker consulting firm delivering custom application development, migrations, and integrations. Comparable in custom development focus and mid-market/enterprise customer targeting within the FileMaker ecosystem.
• 360Works: FileMaker plugin/add-on developer and FileMaker hosting provider serving the Claris ecosystem. Comparable to CoreSolutions in the FileMaker platform layer, with a complementary product-led (rather than pure-services) revenue mix.
• FMPHost: FileMaker cloud hosting and managed services provider. Comparable to CoreSolutions as a FileMaker ecosystem partner serving enterprise and SMB FileMaker deployments, with adjacent capabilities in hosting versus CoreSolutions' development-led offering.

Regional players

• WPC Limited: UK-based FileMaker and Claris Connect consulting firm offering custom development and integrations. Comparable in platform specialization and services-led model, but anchored in the UK/Ireland market rather than North America.

Others

• FreePoint Technologies: Industrial IoT platform provider (ShiftWorx) with whom CoreSolutions has a strategic partnership for Industry 4.0/IIoT implementations. Adjacent rather than directly competitive — FreePoint supplies the data-acquisition platform that CoreSolutions integrates and extends.

Broad incumbents

• Direct Impact Solutions Inc. Strategic parent company of CoreSolutions since March 2020, positioning the combined entity as one of North America's top custom database development firms. Comparable as a broader IT services platform that subsumes CoreSolutions' FileMaker specialization within a wider services portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CoreSolution
• Facebookfacebook.com/CoreSolutionsSoftware

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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