Software Development for Regulated Industries - MedTech, Pharma & Life Sciences

Agile Software Development in .NET (C#) and Python • Full-Stack Web Development • Medical Device Software with Qt, C and C++

With EXCO Throughout the Entire Lifecycle of Your Software

Whether you need a desktop application, web platform, or mobile solution, we create software that fits your processes, not the other way around. From traditional client-server systems and database-driven applications to scalable cloud solutions, our software is designed to integrate seamlessly into your workflows and adapt to changing requirements. Close collaboration and a deep understanding of your business ensure solutions that deliver lasting value.

With over 30 years of experience, EXCO combines technical excellence with regulatory expertise. Certified to DIN EN ISO 9001 and EN ISO 13485, we develop software in accordance with IEC 62304 and the stringent quality and safety requirements of regulated industries, including MedTech, Pharma, and Life Sciences.

EXCO Services

Web & Desktop Applications

We develop custom web and desktop applications tailored to your requirements. Our software is robust, high quality, and engineered in accordance with national and international standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements.

Full Stack Web Development

EXCO is your development partner for every web application development and deployment scenario. Our experts deliver tailored full-stack solutions from a single source, combining frontend development (web, desktop, Android, and iOS), backend services, intuitive user interfaces, database design, and seamless integration with third-party systems.

Legacy Software Modernization

Technical debt, software archaeology, legacy software modernization: When there are compelling reasons to maintain an existing software solution, we help you bring proven systems up to date with the latest technologies, ensuring your legacy software remains reliable, maintainable, and ready to meet today's challenges.

Technology Assessment

We provide comprehensive consulting services and evaluate the most suitable technologies for your specific use case. By prioritizing your requirements and carefully balancing benefits and risks, we identify the optimal solution to meet your business and technical objectives.

Software for Safety-Critical Industries

We develop software for highly regulated industries where safety and quality are critical. Working in compliance with applicable standards, we apply both traditional specification-driven development approaches and agile methodologies to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions.

Our Technologies & Tools

We build custom software solutions using a wide range of established and modern technologies. From .NET (C#) and Python to Java, we choose the most suitable languages and frameworks to deliver efficient, scalable, and maintainable solutions.

Whether on-premises, in the cloud, on Microsoft Azure, or within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, we support you in selecting, implementing, and integrating the right infrastructure for your needs.

Our service portfolio covers the development of applications for Windows and Linux platforms, along with custom frontend, backend, and database solutions tailored to your specific requirements.

Quality is at the core of everything we do at EXCO. Through automated unit, integration, and GUI testing, we deliver reliable, maintainable, and regulatory-compliant software solutions.

Using technologies such as Qt and WPF for desktop applications, as well as Angular and React for modern web applications, we develop powerful, scalable, and future-proof software solutions for demanding industrial and medical technology projects.

At EXCO, we rely on proven database technologies such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and NoSQL databases to ensure the secure storage and processing of data.

With Docker, we create flexible and reliable environments for development, testing, and deployment. This enables applications to be deployed, scaled, and run consistently across different systems with ease.

Laboratory environment supporting conformity assessment, regulatory approval, and market access under MDR and IVDR.

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As a full-service provider, we support SMEs and large corporations with high-quality technical solutions in software engineering, systems development, automation, and quality assurance for highly regulated markets. Our customers include companies in the medical technology, pharmaceutical technology, biotechnology, chemical, and food technology sectors, as well as other regulated industries.

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EXCO Services

Concept Development

Concept Development, Strategic Consulting and Requirements Engineering. We help you define the right strategy for your Qt/C++ software applications in both regulated and non-regulated environments.

Software Architecture & Design

We design scalable software architectures and define components, interfaces, and data flows to enable the efficient development of medical device software using Qt, C, and C++.

Qt/C++ Software Development

From implementing requirements and creating development documentation to conducting development-related qualification activities, we support the entire development process for modern medical device software based on Qt and C++.

Test Automation with Squish

We develop software-specific automated tests to ensure software quality and automate GUI testing with Squish, enabling efficient and reproducible verification of user interfaces.

Maintenance & Enhancement

We support your software throughout the entire product lifecycle, assisting with adaptations, enhancements, bug fixes, as well as the long-term maintenance and support of your Qt and C++ applications.

Expertise in C, C++ and Qt

Our specialists have extensive expertise in C++ for medical device software development. Combined with the powerful cross-platform framework Qt, this enables us to create intuitive, user-friendly applications and graphical user interfaces that meet the demanding requirements of the medical technology industry.

Why EXCO as Your Software Partner

As a company certified to DIN EN ISO 9001 and EN ISO 13485, we bring many years of experience in highly regulated industries. This enables you to benefit from proven processes, exceptional quality, and a partner who understands regulatory requirements and implements them in full compliance.

EXCO supports your software throughout its entire lifecycle. From requirements management and architecture to development and testing, as well as validation, documentation, and maintenance, you receive all services from a single source. This reduces interfaces, simplifies coordination, and accelerates implementation.

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We provide project management for complex IT projects. From software planning to delivery, we manage your IT projects across the entire project lifecycle. Through project controlling, progress tracking, and the coordination of various trades and suppliers, we relieve project management and serve as the bridge between technical and commercial project progress.

Software in the medical technology sector must not only function reliably but also meet regulatory requirements. EXCO combines modern software development with in-depth expertise in MDR, IEC 62304, ISO 13485, and validation processes. This enables the development of solutions that support the entire product lifecycle while taking audit requirements into account.

Compliance with all relevant standards and regulations is essential in the medical technology industry. Software used in this highly regulated environment must meet the stringent requirements of IEC 62304 and related standards. At EXCO, our experts are not only experienced in software development but also have a thorough understanding of the current regulatory landscape. We ensure that your medical devices comply with all applicable regulatory requirements and can be brought to market safely.

Our support does not end with software delivery. We provide comprehensive support throughout the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept and planning through development and qualification to long-term maintenance and support. With EXCO, you have a reliable partner every step of the way.

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David Schindler

IT Solutions

+49 6233 73778-233

Roland Neb

IT Solutions

+49 6233 73778-239

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FAQs - About EXCO

As a global technical service provider, EXCO supports companies in regulated industries throughout the entire product lifecycle, from development and quality assurance to regulatory affairs and product approval. Explore our complete range of services: EXCO Services

Since 1994, EXCO has been synonymous with technical expertise and practical solutions for regulated industries. Today, more than 200 employees across 8 locations support customers worldwide with development, quality assurance, and regulatory approval projects.

We focus on the medical technology, pharmaceutical technology, biotechnology, chemical, and food technology sectors, as well as other regulated industries.

As an ISO-certified company (ISO 13485 and ISO 9001), EXCO delivers high-quality technical solutions in software engineering, systems development, automation, engineering, and quality assurance. We support our customers throughout the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept and development to regulatory approval, post-market surveillance, and ongoing product improvement. Explore our full range of services: EXCO Services.

EXCO is headquartered in Frankenthal (Pfalz), Germany, with additional locations across Germany and a subsidiary in Switzerland, EXCO Consulting GmbH. This regional presence enables us to provide flexible, responsive support close to our customers.