Most businesses outgrow off-the-shelf invoicing in the same way: the tool almost fits, but not quite, so people start keeping a spreadsheet on the side, copying numbers by hand, and chasing payments through email threads. At that point a custom invoicing app pays for itself, because it bills the way you actually work instead of forcing your work to fit the software. We build invoicing and billing apps around real businesses.
Techalyst is a Vancouver software studio that builds custom business software for companies across the Lower Mainland.
What we build
- Quotes and estimates that turn into invoices without re-keying anything.
- Invoices with online payment, so clients can pay by card the moment they open them.
- Recurring and subscription billing, for retainers and ongoing services.
- Automatic reminders, so overdue invoices chase themselves instead of you.
- Reports and exports, tied into your accounting and the numbers you actually track.
Why custom instead of an off-the-shelf tool
Off-the-shelf invoicing is great until your pricing, approvals or workflow do not fit its boxes. Custom means the app matches your terms, your tax rules, your client structure and your process, and it connects to the payment gateway you already use rather than locking you into one. You own it, and it grows with you.
Where this fits in Vancouver
We build for Vancouver trades, agencies, clinics and service businesses who have hit the ceiling of generic invoicing software, or who are stitching together a spreadsheet and three tools that do not talk to each other. One app, built for your billing, replacing the manual work.
Payments your way
We wire invoicing to the gateway that suits you, Stripe, PayPal, Moneris or another, so clients pay online and the app records it without anyone keying it in.
Frequently asked questions
Why build instead of using an existing invoicing tool?
When generic tools almost fit but force workarounds and side spreadsheets, a custom app that bills the way you work pays for itself.
Can clients pay invoices online?
Yes. We connect invoicing to your chosen payment gateway so clients pay by card and the app records it automatically.
Can it handle recurring billing?
Yes. Retainers, subscriptions and recurring invoices with reminders are part of what we build.
Can it connect to my accounting?
Yes. We build exports and integrations so your invoicing and accounting stay in step.