Claris, an Apple company.

Claris Partner

We build custom solutions in partnership with Claris, the leader in workplace innovation.

The Claris platform provides the foundational tools, technologies and technical infrastructure that we use to develop your solutions.

Two companies. Perfectly synchronised.

Annison Software
Building on the Claris platform

The Claris platform

A complete suite of tools for building, connecting, and deploying business applications.

Claris FileMaker

Claris FileMaker

Built on FileMaker, we create powerful custom apps tailored to your exact business needs — on desktop, mobile, and web.

Claris Connect

Claris Connect

Claris Connect powers our integration work — linking your existing tools and automating workflows to keep your systems in sync without manual effort.

Claris Studio

Claris Studio

With Claris Studio, our solutions extend seamlessly to the web — delivering rich experiences for your internal teams and external users alike.

Cloud

Your organisation. Your choice.

We offer flexible deployment to match your needs and compliance requirements.

  • Claris Cloud: Fully managed hosting with automatic backups and updates
  • Your Cloud: Deploy on AWS, Azure, or your preferred cloud provider
  • On-Premise: Host on your own servers for complete control
  • Hybrid: Mix cloud and local deployment as needed

Claris is a wholly owned subsidiary of Apple.

When you choose Annison Software building on the Claris platform, you're selecting a solution backed by one of the world's foremost technology companies, ensuring exceptional stability, intuitive design, and cutting edge innovations for your business-critical applications.

  • Continuous platform development and innovation
  • Long-term product commitment and support
  • Enterprise-grade security standards
  • Global infrastructure and reliability
  • Groundbreaking technology

What this means for you

Rapid Development

FileMaker's visual development environment means we can build and iterate quickly. Your solution gets delivered faster, and changes happen in days, not months.

True Customisation

No templates. No limitations. We build exactly what your business needs, from simple data tracking to complex multi-user workflows with custom business logic.

Cross-Platform Ready

One solution works everywhere. Desktop, web browser, iPad, iPhone. Your team gets consistent functionality whether they're in the office or on the road.

Built-In Security

Enterprise-grade encryption. Granular user permissions. Secure cloud hosting or on-premise deployment. Your data stays protected without compromise.

Seamless Integration

Connect to your existing systems via REST APIs, ODBC, SQL, and more. FileMaker acts as the hub, bringing together data from multiple sources into one unified interface.

Scalable Architecture

Start small and grow. Support 5 users or 500. Add features as you need them. The platform scales with your organisation without requiring a complete rebuild.

We're Claris experts

When you work with us, you get the full power of Claris combined with our expertise in designing systems that actually solve your business problems.

Certified Claris partner

Our certifications reflect deep, hands-on expertise across the Claris platform — from building sophisticated custom applications to managing enterprise-grade server infrastructure.

FileMaker Pro Developer

Expert

Server Administrator

Expert

AI Semantic Search

Associate

AI Using LLMs

Associate

Ready to explore what Claris can do for you?

Every organisation is different. Let's discuss how the Claris platform can be shaped to solve your specific challenges.

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