Our own products and client systems, live

Custom software development that brings order to sales, operations and data

We build CRMs, internal dashboards, automations and system integrations. We also run our own multi-tenant CRM and an AI publishing platform every day, so our advice comes from software we actually maintain. If an existing tool fits your case, we’ll tell you before writing a single line of code.

Signs your business has outgrown spreadsheets and SaaS patchwork

Nobody wakes up wanting “custom software.” It usually starts with one of these daily headaches:

  • Leads come in through your website, WhatsApp, text and social, and no one can say how many there were or where each one came from.

  • Someone re-keys data from one system into another every day, and every copy-paste is a chance to get it wrong.

  • You pay for a handful of tools that don’t talk to each other, so your real process lives in spreadsheets.

  • A task only happens if a person remembers it: a weekly report, a follow-up, a scheduled post.

  • The system you have works, but nobody wants to touch it because the person who built it is long gone.

Software running two businesses in Medellín, Colombia

Behind these websites sit a CRM and automations we built and still maintain. Both sites credit us in the footer.

  1. Screenshot of the NOI Coworking website on desktop
    Screenshot of the NOI Coworking website on mobile

    Medellín, ColombiaCoworking

    NOI Coworking

    A coworking operator with locations in El Poblado and Ciudad del Río. It needed every inquiry and every booking to stop depending on manual follow-up.

    What we did

    A bilingual Next.js site plus our CRM on its own subdomain (crm.noi.work), where every lead arrives tagged with its source. Meeting room and desk bookings run in real time on SonTickets, and several once-manual processes now run on their own.

    Technology

    Footer credit: “Diseño Web con ❤ por User Media”.

  2. Screenshot of the Azabache Producciones website on desktop
    Screenshot of the Azabache Producciones website on mobile

    Medellín, ColombiaPrinting

    Azabache Producciones

    A commercial printer in Medellín. Its old site listed services but didn’t turn searches for printing, signage or packaging into conversations.

    What we did

    A new website, a sales chat and a CRM where every conversation lands organized and ready for follow-up, plus automation of internal and content workflows. Between 350 and 550 sales opportunities a month now land in one place for the team.

    Technology

    Footer credit: “Diseño Web con ❤ por User Media”.

Products we built and operate ourselves

These aren’t mockups. They’re in production, with real users, backups and regular releases, and they’re the best preview of how we’d treat your software.

Software we build and use every day

Real screenshots of our in-house tools. Before publishing them we swapped the data for sample data to protect our clients.

  1. Screenshot of the Multi-tenant lead CRM website on desktop
    Screenshot of the Multi-tenant lead CRM website on mobile

    In-house software

    Multi-tenant lead CRM

    Our CRM: each client sees, in real time, the leads coming in from their website and chat, with each lead’s source detected automatically: Google, ads, ChatGPT, Gemini or referrals.

    What we did

    End-to-end design and development: per-client data with row-level security, filters by date, interest, status and source, inline editing, a detail view with each lead’s landing page, location and device, and a card view on mobile.

    Technology

    Screenshot with sample data: names and figures aren’t real customers.

  2. Screenshot of the AI-powered project brief website on desktop
    Screenshot of the AI-powered project brief website on mobile

    In-house software

    AI-powered project brief

    A guided form that helps each client define their project before we quote. An AI assistant listens by text or voice, reads their documents and website, explains every question and suggests answers the client confirms.

    What we did

    Design and development: paths based on what the client needs (improve a site, build one, or a platform), suggestions by business type, autosave, voice dictation, reading of PDF, Word, Excel and image files, and a final review before submitting. The AI never quotes prices or timelines.

    Technology

    Screenshot with sample data: names and figures aren’t real customers.

  3. Screenshot of the SaaS cost projection website on desktop

    In-house software

    SaaS cost projection

    An internal Apoleto tool that calculates the monthly cost of serving each customer, per location and per brand, using each provider’s official rates and usage measured in production.

    What we did

    Design and development of the calculator: ready-made scenarios, a per-provider breakdown (OpenAI, Vercel, Supabase, Resend, Deepgram and Google), a pricing simulator with a P&L, a break-even price and real-time shared editing.

    Technology

    Screenshot with the tool’s own sample data.

  4. Screenshot of the QR code generator website on desktop
    Screenshot of the QR code generator website on mobile

    Public tool

    QR code generator

    A free public QR code generator for a URL, WhatsApp or a contact card, with your brand’s logo and color, ready to print.

    What we did

    Design and development: three QR types, logo cropping and borders, custom colors, high error correction so the logo doesn’t break scanning, and SVG, PNG, JPG and EPS downloads. Everything runs in the browser and no data is stored.

    Technology

    Try it free at qr.usermedia.co.

Do you need custom software, or will an existing tool do?

Building costs more than subscribing. Here’s what we look at before recommending it.

Building makes sense if…

  • Your process is part of what sets you apart, and no product supports it without bending it out of shape.
  • Several systems need to share data without anyone moving it by hand.
  • Per-seat subscriptions across tools already cost more than running something of your own.
  • You need control over where your data lives and who can see it, with your own access rules.

Buy off the shelf if…

  • Your process is standard for your industry and a well-known product already handles it.
  • You’re still figuring out how you sell: right now you need fast experiments, not a rigid system.
  • There’s no one in-house to own it day to day. Software without an internal owner gets abandoned within months.
Start with a digital consulting session

Custom build vs. SaaS vs. no-code automation

All three solve real problems. The difference is how much control you need and who will keep it running.

  • Best fit
    Unique workflows, multiple integrations and rules no product ships with.
    Time to start
    Needs a defined scope and a phased build.
    Cost over time
    Upfront build, then hosting and maintenance.
    Your data
    In a database you control, with your own access rules.
    Main risk
    Losing the people who maintain it, which is why docs and tests matter.
  • SaaS product

    Best fit
    Common workflows: invoicing, email marketing, scheduling, help desk.
    Time to start
    Immediate: sign up and configure.
    Cost over time
    A subscription that grows with every seat or tier.
    Your data
    On the vendor’s platform, under the vendor’s terms.
    Main risk
    Price, feature or terms changes you don’t control.
  • No-code (Zapier, Make)

    Best fit
    Connecting two or three tools with simple steps.
    Time to start
    Fast, as long as the flow stays simple.
    Cost over time
    Billed per task run; climbs with volume.
    Your data
    Passes through a middleman service at every step.
    Main risk
    Brittle flows that fail silently when something upstream changes.

General comparison as of October 2026. Often the right answer is a mix: a standard tool plus a small custom piece that connects it to everything else.

How we run a software project

  1. 1

    Consulting and discovery

    We walk through the process as it happens today, with the people who do it. Every client gets this consulting; it’s where the work starts.

  2. 2

    Scope in phases

    We write down what goes into version one and what waits. That way the software is useful early instead of turning into a never-ending project.

  3. 3

    Build with regular demos

    You see working features in a staging environment and we adjust them with your team before anything reaches production.

  4. 4

    Testing and launch

    We test permissions, data and failure cases, migrate what’s needed and train the people who’ll use it.

  5. 5

    Ongoing operations

    Hosting, backups, bug fixes and improvements. Software in daily use needs someone paying attention, and we’d rather it be us.

What our clients say

Real reviews our clients left on Google.

  • Viviana Hidalgo Alvarado

    October 2026

    I really enjoyed my experience with User Media. They are very professional, attentive, and always look for the best way to help. I love that they listen to ideas, give good advice, and propose solutions I hadn't even considered. It's clear they know what they're doing and enjoy their work. I highly recommend them!

  • Dayanna david tapias

    October 2026

    I loved working with User Media. They're incredibly creative, have amazing ideas, and pay close attention to detail. I especially appreciated their dedication and how easy they are to work with. Highly recommended!

  • Daniel Gómez

    October 2026

    I loved working with User Media. They're incredibly creative, have amazing ideas, and pay close attention to detail. I especially appreciated their dedication and how easy they are to work with. Highly recommended!

  • Andrés Felipe Pájaro Martinez

    October 2026

    A very good experience with User Media. They've helped us with various digital projects and have always demonstrated knowledge, commitment, and a great willingness to find solutions. I especially want to highlight their expertise in web development and automation. I highly recommend them.

  • Sergio Andres Pájaro Martinez

    October 2026

    Our experience with User Media has been excellent. They've supported us in content creation projects for social media, news, web development, and process automation. Something I particularly appreciate is that they don't just execute our requests; they get involved, propose ideas, and constantly seek new ways to leverage technology. Their experience, commitment, and passion are evident in every project. Without a doubt, they're a great technology partner that I highly recommend.

  • Johnattan Rodriguez

    December 2025

    We've worked with Crece Virtual on several web design projects for our Barranquilla operation. Their team demonstrated a solid command of both WordPress and React, adapting to the specific needs of each project based on our technical and functional requirements. What we value most is the quality of the codebase they deliver. Each project has a clean and well-organized structure, which has greatly facilitated updates and the addition of new features when needed. The technical documentation they provide is clear and useful for our internal team. Communication throughout the entire process was smooth and professional.

  • Evelintoya1011 Montoya

    December 2025

    Working with Crece Virtual transformed how we acquire clients. From the outset, they understood our business and guided us through everything: digital strategy, website architecture, and domain selection. The WordPress site, with a custom theme and widgets created in Elementor, turned out exactly as we needed: fast, clear, and designed to make requesting quotes effortless. Thanks to technical SEO, link building, and Google Ads campaigns in Medellín, our quote requests increased several times over, stabilizing at nearly 500% higher than at the beginning. The automation that sends leads from WhatsApp to Google Sheets, complete with all the data and UTM parameters, allows us to better measure sales and repeat purchases. Furthermore, their hosting, domain, and Google Workspace services have been reliable, and whenever we need support, they're always there with quick and clear answers.

  • Diana C

    November 2025

    We have been working with Crece Virtual for several months now, and it has been a great experience. They built our website in Next.js, and it turned out super fast and professional. The best part is that they didn't leave us on our own after delivery: every month they make updates and improvements, and when we need something urgently, they always respond very quickly. Their support has been impeccable. In addition to the website, they manage our Google Ads campaigns and SEO. Honestly, everything has worked very well. The campaigns bring in good leads and have us well positioned on Google and Bing. They are very professional but also very approachable, always explaining everything clearly. I recommend them without hesitation.

  • Rafael Castaño

    November 2025

    We hired Crece Virtual to redesign our corporate website and improve our SEO. The result completely exceeded our expectations. The design is elegant, professional, and conveys the seriousness we needed as an environmental project. Navigation is intuitive, and our clients can easily find the information they're looking for. Regarding SEO and ads, we now appear in the top Google results for the searches that matter to us. The team was incredibly professional, met every deadline, and was always available to answer questions. It's clear they know what they're doing.

  • IVAN BLANCO

    November 2025

    We're currently working with the Crece Virtual team on both web design and Google Ads campaigns. The site looks very professional, and the SEM campaigns are consistently generating high-quality leads. What I value most is their transparency: they explain everything clearly, send detailed reports, and are always optimizing to improve results. They're experts at what they do.

  • Juan Jose Cano Giraldo

    November 2025

    They designed a corporate website for us, optimized for local search. The SEO is flawless; we appear in the top results. Website traffic increased by 350%. Excellent service, support, and monthly follow-up.

  • Litografia Azabache

    April 2024

    We want to express our complete satisfaction with the work done by Crece Virtual. They developed a digital business model for us that included creating our website and managing our Google Ads campaigns. Their customer-centric approach and attention to detail impressed us from the start. The website is exceptionally well-designed, and the Google Ads campaigns generated a significant increase in traffic and conversions. We would recommend Crece Virtual without hesitation.

  • Tomás Vélez

    February 2024

    Crece Virtual has become our greatest ally. They are incredibly creative in their web design and have given us a unique online presence. They are experts in Google Ads and significantly increase your business's visibility. Furthermore, their specialization in software development allows them to offer customized solutions. With Crece Virtual, you're on the right track if you're looking to expand your online presence to more leads and different markets.

  • Adriana Hernandez

    February 2024

    Recommended, they designed the school's website, provided technology training (software) to the entire staff, and were extremely responsive and fast.

Custom software FAQ

When does a business actually need custom software?

When the way you work gives you an edge and off-the-shelf tools force you to change it, or when manual work between systems already eats hours every week. If your process is standard, an existing product usually wins; during the consulting phase we tell you which case you’re in.

How do you define scope and keep the project from ballooning?

We start from one concrete process, not a wish list. We put in writing what version one does, what data it handles, who uses it and how we’ll know it works. Everything else goes on a list for later phases, decided once the software is in real use.

Who owns the code and the data?

That’s agreed in writing before we start. Our recommendation is that the repository, the domain and the service accounts (database, hosting) are in your company’s name. If one of our products, like the CRM, already covers your need, you use it as a service and no new code is written; the proposal spells out which model applies.

Where will the software be hosted?

It depends on the workload: we host applications on shared servers, on Vercel or on Firebase, and pick based on the kind of traffic, the database and the running cost. If your company already has a cloud provider such as AWS or Google Cloud, we first check whether building on it makes sense.

Can you work with a team in the US?

Yes. We work remotely from Colombia, which stays on UTC−5 year-round: Eastern time in the winter and Central time in the summer, so we share most of your workday. Meetings happen over video, and you can follow progress in a staging environment.

Tell us which process is costing you time

Walk us through how it works today, which tools you use and what you’d like to happen automatically. We’ll tell you whether to build, buy or combine, and how we’d approach it.

It helps to know how many people would use the system, which tools you rely on today and where your data lives.

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