Soft Edge Services

About

Brief History

Soft Edge Services (formerly named Software Enterprise Systems)was founded in the mid 1990s. One of our key projects was SMART ChemWorks, created under contract to the Electric Power Research Institute to monitor electric power plant water chemistry. The software used sophisticated models to predict chemistry under extreme temperatures and pressures in tiny steam generator crevices. The founder of SES won a prestigious R&D 100 award for the development of this technology which was an early version of predictive modelling.

SMART chemWorks R&D 100 Award

The company was put on hold between 2008 and 2014 when Gary joined the Dow Chemical Company to work in R&D IT technologies. Gary retired in 2014, holding the position of Director of R&D IT (ITDA) for Dow Agrosciences. ITDA was a team of over 100 software developers and support staff engaged in cutting-edge IT projects to advance various R&D projects.

Following retirement, Gary returned to his roots as a software developer and took on several projects focused on websites with significant business backend workflows. These included a HOA with over 600 members and a Sportsman’s Club with over 200 members. These websites were used to track members, send bulk emails, schedule events and complete forms online, etc. Recently Gary has begun a new project with a mortgage banking business to introduce major automation into the process of loan refinances.

FAQs

How do you choose the tools and techniques for a specific project?

We focus on the solution, not the tools. There is a tendency in our industry to focus on the ‘what’s cool’ vs. the most stable and secure solution.

How do you employ AI in building solutions?

Again, it depends on the specific project. We use AI tools frequently to rough out routine code. But at this stage, AI does make mistakes, so it is very important to verify and test what comes back. If your application requires a more direct API connection, we can do that as well.

Can I apply to be a part of the team or work as a contractor?

Sure. Use the Contacts link to send us your CV.

Meet the Founder of Soft Edge Services.

  • 30+ years experience in the Software Industry.
  • Deep experience at both Developer and Sr. Management levels.
  • Industry awards including the prestigious R&D 100.