MAINTENANCE & SUPPORT

Software that stays healthy, long after launch

Bug fixes, security updates, 24/7 monitoring, backups and continuous improvements for your websites, apps, ERP and SaaS — under one clear annual maintenance contract.

24/7Monitoring
Clear SLAsAgreed response times
Any stackOurs or inherited
WHY MAINTENANCE MATTERS

Launch is day one. Maintenance is every day after.

Software is never "finished". Browsers update, libraries get security fixes, APIs change and your business keeps asking for more. Without regular care, even well-built software slows down, breaks and becomes a security risk.

TECHTARN's software maintenance and support services keep your systems healthy and up to date — whether we built them or another team did. We look after websites, mobile apps, ERP systems and SaaS products, and pair maintenance with hosting and monitoring from our cloud & DevOps team.

Where software effort really goes

Industry studies often estimate that most of a system's lifetime cost comes after launch.

Initial build~30%
Maintenance, updates & improvements~70%

Indicative split — the exact ratio varies by system and how long it stays in use.

THE 4 TYPES

The four types of software maintenance

Good support covers all four. Pick one to see what it involves.

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Corrective maintenance

Fixing bugs, errors and crashes reported by users or found by monitoring.

Bug fixes · Hotfixes · Root-cause analysis
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Adaptive maintenance

Keeping software working as browsers, operating systems, APIs and regulations change.

OS & browser updates · API changes · Compliance
✨

Perfective maintenance

Improving performance, usability and features based on how people actually use it.

Speed tuning · UX tweaks · Small features
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Preventive maintenance

Spotting and fixing risks before they turn into outages or security incidents.

Patching · Code clean-up · Health checks
WHAT'S INCLUDED

Maintenance & support services

Everything your software needs, grouped into three simple goals.

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Keep it running

  • Bug fixing & hotfixesFast fixes for anything that breaks, with root-cause analysis.
  • 24/7 monitoring & alertsUptime, errors and performance watched around the clock.
  • Backups & disaster recoveryAutomated backups with tested restore plans.
  • Hosting & server managementCloud and server upkeep, scaling and cost control.
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Keep it secure

  • Security patches & updatesFrameworks, libraries and plugins kept up to date.
  • Vulnerability scanningRegular scans with clear, prioritised fixes.
  • SSL, access & user managementCertificates, roles and permissions kept in order.
  • Compliance supportAudit logs and evidence for security reviews.
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Keep it improving

  • Performance optimisationFaster pages, queries and APIs for a better experience.
  • Small enhancementsNew fields, reports and features on a monthly budget.
  • Technology upgradesMove to supported versions of PHP, Node, .NET, React and more.
  • UX & conversion tweaksData-led improvements that help users and sales.
HOW SUPPORT WORKS

From ticket to resolved

Every request is logged, prioritised and tracked, so you always know where things stand.

New

Triaged

In progress

Testing

Resolved

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📥 Ticket logged automatically from monitoring alert

SERVICE LEVELS

Clear SLAs for every priority

An example of how we structure response and resolution targets. Exact times are agreed in your contract.

PriorityExampleResponse targetResolution target
P1 CriticalSystem down or data at risk1 hour4 hours
P2 HighKey feature broken, no workaround4 hours1 business day
P3 MediumIssue with a workaround1 business day5 business days
P4 LowMinor bug or change request2 business daysNext release

Targets shown are examples for higher-tier plans. Questions? Talk to us.

AMC PLANS

Annual maintenance contract plans

Choose a starting point — every plan is tailored to your systems, hours and SLA needs.

Essential

For small websites and apps

  • Monthly updates & patches
  • Uptime monitoring
  • Daily backups
  • Bug fixes (business hours)
  • Monthly health report
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Growth

For business-critical systems

  • Everything in Essential
  • Priority bug fixing
  • Security scanning
  • Performance tuning
  • Monthly enhancement hours
  • Dedicated support contact
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Enterprise

For ERP, SaaS & large platforms

  • Everything in Growth
  • 24/7 critical support
  • Custom SLA
  • Disaster-recovery drills
  • Quarterly roadmap reviews
  • Named technical lead
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QUICK CHECK

Does your software need support?

Tick everything that sounds familiar. The more you tick, the more a maintenance plan will help.

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Tick the signs that apply to you.

ONBOARDING

Switching to us is simple

Taking over a system from another developer? Here's how we get up to speed safely.

1

Audit

Review code, hosting, security and documentation.

2

Knowledge transfer

Get access, document the system and set up environments.

3

Monitoring setup

Alerts for uptime, errors, performance and security.

4

Stabilise

Fix urgent issues and clear the bug backlog.

5

Ongoing care

Regular updates, reports and planned improvements.

FAQ

Maintenance & support FAQs

Answers to the questions we hear most.

What is software maintenance and support?
Software maintenance keeps an application working correctly, securely and efficiently after launch. It covers bug fixes, security updates, compatibility changes, performance tuning, backups, monitoring and small improvements — usually delivered under an annual maintenance contract (AMC) or monthly support plan.
What is an AMC (annual maintenance contract)?
An AMC is a yearly agreement that covers ongoing maintenance and support for your software at a predictable cost. It defines what is included, response times for different issue levels (the SLA) and how many hours are available for changes.
Can you maintain software built by another company?
Yes. Many of our clients come to us when their original developer is unavailable. We start with a code and hosting audit, document the system, then take over maintenance — and can modernise it through our custom software team if needed.
What response times do you offer?
Response and resolution targets depend on priority and are agreed in your contract. Critical issues get the fastest response, often within an hour on higher plans, while low-priority requests are scheduled into regular releases.
Do you also host and monitor our systems?
Yes. We can manage cloud hosting, backups, monitoring and scaling through our cloud & DevOps team, so one partner looks after both the software and the infrastructure.
Which technologies and systems do you support?
We support websites, mobile apps, ERP systems, SaaS products and e-commerce stores built with PHP, Node.js, Python, .NET, Java, React, Angular, Flutter and more.

Keep your software healthy

Tell us what you need supported. We'll review your system, suggest the right plan and SLA, and send a clear proposal.