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Ship custom softwarewithout building a team to do it.
Ship custom iOS, web, and backend systems without building an in-house team. Since 2020 we've delivered for Old Mutual, Vanguard, Pure Survey, and Platter's — on time, within scope, no bloated retainers.
Proof, not promises
Numbers that speak for themselves
23,000+
App Store downloads
JustSketchMe iOS
7,000+
Monthly downloads
And climbing
Since 2020
Shipping production software
For teams large and small
Directus
Official Partner
Headless CMS experts
Trusted by
Delivery Snapshot
Since 2020
Shipping production software
23K+
App downloads (JustSketchMe)
Directus
Official Partner
About Enamic
Serious software, without the in-house overhead.
Enamic is a Cape Town software studio. We build custom iOS apps, web platforms, and backend systems for clients who need serious software without the overhead of hiring a team or locking into a long agency retainer.
Since 2020 we've shipped apps with 23,000+ downloads, migrated legacy Excel workflows to Directus, and delivered iOS work for Old Mutual, Vanguard, Pure Survey, and Platter's. We scope tightly, ship lean, and stay on as long as you need us — no more.
Our Services
Everything you need to ship.
We focus on scalable solutions and cut the middleman with direct communication and hands-on project management. By integrating modern tooling we future-proof your project and keep it lean.
Technology Partner
Official Directus Partner
Cloud Solutions
We build digital infrastructure on AWS — managing and scaling your databases and servers, tightening security, and keeping running costs lean.
Web Development
From custom chatbots and CRMs to mobile apps and database-driven portals, we build software that gives your business a durable, proprietary edge.
Backend Development
Great apps are built on efficient backends. We design, integrate, and maintain secure, well-structured systems so your product stays fast under load.
Automation
Automate repetitive work, reduce manual processes, cut errors, and free your team to focus on higher-value work.
AI Agents & MCP Servers
We build AI agents and Model Context Protocol servers that plug into your tools and workflows — so your team (and your software) can do more, faster.
Case Studies
What we've built, and who we've built it for
Platters iOS App
Since 1980, Platter's hardcover book has been the winelover's essential guide to exploring the world of South African wine, including reviews of over 8,000 wines by a team of expert judges and key information about more than 900 wine producers. This app is "Platter's in your pocket", with the latest wine descriptions and ratings, plus updated winelands travel information at your fingertips.
Client: Platter's Wine GuideDate: November 2020
iOSSwiftUIUIKitSwiftObjective C
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Just Sketch Me
As mobile becomes more and more prominent, many clients require more mobile-friendly and adaptable iterations of their existing web-based applications. This is the case with digital character and digital dummy/mannequin model-posing app, JustSketchMe, who's mobile app implementation by Enamic has hit over 23,000 downloads, and growing with an average of over 7,000 monthly downloads since launching in October 2021.
Client: Just Sketch MeDate: October 2021
iOSSwiftUIRevenue Cat
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Vanguard and Systematix
Systematix, a custom software solution for a rigging company based in Johannesburg, South Africa. We built a web application that allows the sales team to handle quotes, client, branch and contact data all from a web interface using a platform called Directus in NodeJS. To take the product to the next level we further incorporated micro services using Swift and AWS Lambda for serverless computing.
Client: VanguardDate: 2023
DirectusNodeJSVueJSSwiftAWS Lambda
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Old Mutual Advisor
In collaboration with Pure Survey, we've enhanced the Old Mutual Advisor iOS application to streamline operations for the sales team. The app provides access to essential information, enables goal setting and monitoring, and facilitates client interactions. It also offers features for tracking unpaid debits, gamifying sales to boost motivation, and scanning documents for financial and medical data.
Client: Old MutualDate: 2024
iOSSwiftUIUIKitSwiftObjective C
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Financial data validation platform
For a confidential accounting practice, we replaced error-prone spreadsheet prep with a Directus and PostgreSQL platform: validation runs before any row is committed, roles are scoped to need-to-know, and large bulk imports complete in minutes instead of hours.
Client: Confidential (NDA)Date: 2026
DirectusPostgreSQLNodeJS
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Stock & delivery management platform
We migrated a macro-heavy Excel workbook to Directus: stock and delivery logic now lives in maintainable workflows and a web UI staff can use from any device, with behaviour that is visible and auditable instead of buried in formulas.
Client: Confidential (NDA)Date: 2026
DirectusWebAPI
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Testimonials
What our clients say
"Enamic is a pleasure to work with. We managed to get the JustSketchMe iOS app launched on the App Store on time and within scope. They are knowledgeable, professional, and great communicators; and I highly recommend them for any project or work that needs doing well."
Just Sketch Me
Client
"Enamic worked closely with us to understand our business and the project requirements, designing and developing software to meet our individual needs and streamline our internal processes. The project was managed efficiently with regular communication and updates."
Vanguard
Client
"Over the last few years, we have been working closely with Enamic and have time and again been impressed by the professional manner in which projects have been delivered and the smooth process for our varying iOS projects. Thanks for all the hard work!"
Pure Survey
Client
Frequently Asked
Answers before you ask.
Most projects we take on land between R150,000 and R1,500,000 depending on scope, integrations, and ongoing support. Use our pricing estimator for a ballpark in under two minutes, and we confirm a fixed range after a short discovery call.
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