Development
We deliver highly customized software solutions.
Software Development
Turning ideas into digital solutions
In today’s digital landscape, the ability to develop high-quality software is a strategic advantage. Innovation means designing solutions that can evolve and adapt to constantly changing environments.
The Development Competence Center supports organizations in building modern application ecosystems that integrate processes, data, and people. We combine technological expertise, a systemic vision, and agile methodologies to generate tangible, measurable value.
Today, development means building software that is sustainable, intelligent, and experience-driven. Our goal is to create solutions that simplify complexity, reduce time-to-market, and accelerate growth.
We help companies turn their challenges into opportunities for innovation by creating digital solutions that connect technology, business, and people.
How we turn ideas into solutions
Our approach is based on an end-to-end vision of application development, from requirements analysis to full lifecycle management.
With a team of specialists in cloud, DevOps, API management, UX/UI, front-end, and back-end, we build flexible digital ecosystems designed to evolve with technology.
Design, migration, and replatforming of legacy applications onto modern architectures;
Development of applications based on microservices, containers, and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, OpenShift);
Connectivity and interoperability across enterprise systems, platforms, and IoT devices;
Software lifecycle management through CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and continuous monitoring;
Design of intuitive, user-centric interfaces;
Coordination and control of complex ICT programs using agile or hybrid approaches.
Use Cases: Infrastructure & Transport
Integrated Ticketing System
Objective
To manage and coordinate the regional integrated ticketing system, ensuring interoperability across transport operators and services.
Solution
We oversaw Agile functional management (Scrum) and PMO activities for the Regional Sales System (SVR).
The platform was integrated with multiple transport operators, enabling alignment of sales flows and validation systems.
Result
- An integrated and scalable regional ticketing ecosystem;
- Centralized coordination of sales processes;
- Improved traceability and accuracy of transactions;
- Enhanced operational efficiency for local operators.
Ticketing System Digitalization
Objective
To digitalize the ticketing system for a Sardinian Regional Transport Company - Azienda Regionale Sarda Trasporti (ARST), improving accessibility and operational management.
Solution
We developed a solution based on AWS Cloud and the MOOVA platform, integrating payment channels and real-time control systems.
The digitalization enabled fully automated management of travel tickets, validations, and usage analytics.
Result
- Improved accessibility and speed of ticketing services;
- Integration with regional transport systems;
- Reduced maintenance and operational costs;
- A modern digital experience for both users and operators.
Workflow Management System Porting
Objective
To modernize the OverIT application infrastructure, making processes more efficient and scalable.
Solution
We managed the porting of the workflow management system from the 2019 version to the NextGen OverIT platform, optimizing performance and improving integration with service management systems.
Result
- Updated platform aligned with current technology standards;
- Improved stability and enhanced performance;
- More flexible and integrated workflow processes;
- Reduced operational management time.
Workflow Management for Operational Safety
Objective
To develop a system for shift planning and monitoring of operational staff safety activities.
Solution
We implemented a workflow management system on the NextGen OverIT platform, integrated with workforce planning and management systems.
The solution enables full traceability of activities and real-time monitoring of operations.
Result
- Digital and transparent management of work shifts;
- Improved planning of resources and services;
- Enhanced safety and operational control;
- Reduced manual errors and verification time.
Workflow Management Process Migration
Objective
To transform workflow management processes by migrating them to a modern, scalable, and integrated infrastructure.
Solution
We managed the migration from the 2016 version to the NextGen OverIT platform, redesigning processes and aligning the operating model with evolving business needs.
Result
- Operational continuity throughout the migration;
- Increased productivity and reliability;
- More performant and maintainable architecture;
- Alignment with FS Group technology standards.
Railway Telediagnostics MiKO
Objective
To integrate the MiKO telediagnostics platform into the MOOVA framework to enhance railway fleet monitoring.
Solution
We implemented full integration of diagnostic data and control dashboards, ensuring interoperability across heterogeneous systems and real-time visibility into fleet status.
Result
- Continuous monitoring of fleet conditions;
- Reduced preventive maintenance time;
- Seamless integration between legacy systems and MOOVA;
- Improved reliability of transport services.
C-ITS Platform & Operations Control Room: Smart Extra-Urban Mobility
Objective
To optimize extra-urban traffic and enhance road safety through an integrated monitoring system.
Solution
We designed and implemented the C-ITS Platform and a new Operations Control Room for real-time mobility management.
The solution integrates IoT sensors, control dashboards, and predictive analytics algorithms to optimize traffic flows, routes, and response times.
Result
- Improved traffic planning at a regional scale;
- Faster interventions and reduced congestion;
- Enhanced safety and environmental sustainability;
- Full integration of transport data and systems.
Traffic Planning & Management
Objective
To integrate railway traffic planning and management modules into the MOOVA platform.
Solution
We developed modules for national and international railway traffic planning and management, integrated with GIS systems and control platforms.
Result
- Unified management of railway traffic;
- Optimized use of resources and routes;
- Increased safety and punctuality;
- Multi-layer integration across national and international systems.
Italferr Digital Suite
Objective
To digitalize procurement, construction site, and contractor management processes, improving transparency and productivity.
Solution
We developed an application ecosystem composed of multiple modules – Subcontracting Assignment, Audit & Inspections, ODI Validation, Hardware Allocation, Claims Management, Construction On-Line, Environmental Monitoring – interconnected on a modular web-based platform.
Result
- End-to-end digitalization of management and control processes;
- Reduced validation and reporting time;
- Increased transparency in inspection processes;
- Unified data and functionalities within a single suite.
PA Use Cases
Digital Heritage Platform
Objective
To preserve, manage, and enhance Italy’s digital cultural heritage.
Solution
We developed a national platform for the management and cataloging of digital assets, integrating archives, images, and cultural metadata.
The system enables content consultation and semantic enrichment.
Result
- Digitalization of national cultural heritage;
- Improved accessibility and content valorization;
- Integration across cultural institutions and entities;
- Secure and scalable management of historical data.
Energy Communities Platform
Objective
To develop a national platform supporting energy communities, based on blockchain technology.
Solution
We designed and implemented a comprehensive solution featuring smart contracts, energy traceability, and mobile applications.
The platform enables communities to manage energy production, consumption, and sharing in a transparent way.
Result
- Sustainable innovation powered by blockchain;
- Efficient management of local energy flows;
- Increased transparency and user engagement;
- Promotion of shared energy models.
Integrated Management Platforms
Objective
To design and develop application platforms for the integrated management of internal processes.
Solution
We developed end-to-end applications based on microservices and enterprise Java architectures, ensuring performance, security, and interoperability.
Result
- Improved efficiency of internal processes;
- Reduced document management time;
- Enhanced traceability and control;
- Modern and easily scalable architecture.
Digital Solutions for Customs
Objective
To support the management and evolution of information systems supporting customs operations.
Solution
We designed and developed integrated management applications, automating collection, analysis, and validation of customs data.
Result
- Greater accuracy and speed in operations;
- Reduced risk of errors and duplication;
- Secure and compliant system;
- Enhanced operational efficiency for the administration.
Administrative Transparency Governance
Objective
To strengthen digital governance and enhance transparency across regional administrative processes.
Solution
We delivered PMO, analysis, and end-to-end application development services, implementing web portals and document management systems compliant with transparency regulations.
Result
- More transparent and fully digital administrative processes;
- Centralized coordination of ICT initiatives;
- Improved efficiency and project governance;
- Greater accessibility for citizens and public sector operators.
Ministry of Economic Development Grant
Solution
Soft Strategy and Deloitte, in collaboration with wineries and partners located in Campania, Calabria, and Sicily, successfully secured a grant from the Italian Ministry of Economic Development for the digitalization of the agri-food supply chain, with a specific focus on the wine sector.
The innovative platform, developed through joint research and development, consists of four interconnected modules:
Smart Agriculture: Revolutionizing agricultural operations, this module provides unprecedented support to agronomists by integrating real-time weather data and soil sensors to monitor plant conditions and prevent diseases.
Smart Factory: Designed for oenologists, this module optimizes the transformation process from raw materials to bottling, recording each phase on a blockchain and simplifying administrative procedures through integration with SIAN.
Smart Product and Smart Venues: These modules focus on enhancing product and territorial value, ensuring traceability and combating counterfeiting through innovative technology. A synergistic collaboration between users and wine companies delivers benefits across the entire supply chain.
Enterprise Use cases
ICT Governance and Investment Control
Objective
To ensure control over ICT investments, improve project governance, and efficiently coordinate all stakeholders involved in development and delivery processes.
Solution
We designed an integrated system for the strategic management of ICT projects, including process workflows, KPIs, and real-time monitoring dashboards.
The platform, developed in Java and based on REST APIs, provides a centralized view of costs, progress, and performance, enhancing collaboration across teams and stakeholders.
Result
- Greater transparency in ICT project management;
- Reduced approval and reporting times;
- Up-to-date KPIs and more effective governance;
- Proactive control over investments and business priorities.
Order Management (OMER)
Objective
To simplify and digitalize the order management process through a single, integrated platform.
Solution
We developed the OMER platform for order management, featuring advanced capabilities for control, monitoring, and traceability.
The system was built with a modular approach to ensure scalability and seamless integration with corporate applications.
Result
- A fully digitalized order management process;
- Greater control and visibility over the order lifecycle;
- Reduced processing times;
- Improved B2B customer experience.
Security and Innovation with the Secure Framework for IoT
Solution
The “Secure Framework for IoT” project aimed to ensure the secure and efficient use of IoT devices, with a primary focus on end-user protection and privacy compliance.
In collaboration with strategic partners SDC, Mac Service, and the University of Reggio Calabria, the project conducted an in-depth analysis of the national and international regulatory landscape, examined various types of IoT devices across sectors such as Automotive, Industrial Automation, Energy, and Citizen Services, and assessed best practices and frameworks to ensure the security of devices and complex networks.
Research and development activities involved two major Italian companies, Enel and Poste Italiane, which actively contributed to defining use cases and testing the proposed solutions.
The “Secure Framework for IoT” project represents a significant step forward in ensuring security and data protection in the era of the Internet of Things.
Other skills
Governance & PMO
We develop effective processes for strong governance.
Technology & Consulting
We leverage opportunities for technological innovation.
GenAI & Low code
We accelerate innovation with generative AI and low-code solutions
RPA
We automate processes to increase efficiency.
GIS
We define tailored geospatial strategies.
Development
We provide highly customized software solutions.
Antifraud
We identify, prevent, and mitigate risks.
Data & Analytics
Data integration solutions, data modeling, predictive and prescriptive analytics.
Customer Experience
We create engaging and personalized experiences.
Digital BPO
Digital processes, enhanced efficiency.
Field Service Management
We manage resources and field operations to deliver excellent service.
Our Industries
FAQ
Un Competence Center di Software Development supporta le organizzazioni nella creazione di ecosistemi applicativi moderni, progettando e realizzando soluzioni software altamente personalizzate. Opera fornendo consulenza strategica sull'architettura, sviluppando applicazioni cloud-native basate su microservizi, gestendo la modernizzazione di sistemi legacy e implementando pratiche DevOps/DevSecOps.
Un progetto di Software Development segue un approccio end-to-end strutturato: analisi profonda dei requisiti e della visione di sistema, progettazione dell'architettura target, sviluppo iterativo in metodologia agile con coinvolgimento costante degli stakeholder, implementazione di pipeline CI/CD e pratiche DevSecOps, e supporto continuo post-lancio.
Nei progetti di Software Development moderni la scelta delle tecnologie dipende dagli obiettivi specifici del progetto. Si utilizza uno stack tecnologico variegato: linguaggi come Java, Python, .NET, PHP; piattaforme cloud come AWS e Azure; container e orchestrazione con Docker e Kubernetes; framework front-end come React e Angular; database relazionali e NoSQL (MS SQL Server, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Oracle); e strumenti per la gestione dei dati come Apache Kafka e Elasticsearch.
L'efficacia di una soluzione Software si misura attraverso metriche concrete e business-oriented: riduzione del time-to-market, miglioramento della scalabilità e della performance applicativa, aumento della qualità e della sicurezza, riduzione dei costi operativi, facilità di manutenzione e integrazione, e capacità di adattamento alle trasformazioni future.
Un Competence Center di Software Development riunisce competenze multidisciplinari: solution architect che disegnano le architetture, developer full-stack su front-end e back-end, specialisti cloud e DevOps, esperti di API management e integrazione, UX/UI designer focalizzati sull'esperienza utente, security specialist e QA engineer. A questi si affiancano project manager agile e consulenti di business che traducono le esigenze aziendali in soluzioni tecniche.
Soft Strategy, attraverso il suo Competence Center Software Development, combina expertise tecnologico con attenzione al business dei clienti. Lavora in stretta collaborazione, operando in metodologie agile che favoriscono interazione regolare e feedback costante. Non agisce come semplice esecutore di requisiti, ma come partner strategico che comprende il contesto aziendale e propone soluzioni innovative. Garantisce elevato grado di customizzazione e flessibilità, adattando le soluzioni alle esigenze specifiche di ogni cliente.
Soft Strategy non sviluppa solo applicazioni nuove: è anche specializzata nella modernizzazione di sistemi legacy. Molti clienti Enterprise hanno applicazioni datate e difficili da manutenere: Soft Strategy le migra verso architetture moderne, riducendo costi operativi e migliorando scalabilità e performance. Questo approccio consente ai clienti di preservare la logica di business consolidata mantenendo i dati, ma su infrastrutture nuove, sicure e agili.