As we approached 25 years of working together with Ross Care, we had been reflecting on how far our partnership has come and the many developments along the way. During a conversation with the Ross Care team, I asked if they would share some thoughts on our time working together […]
We Will Remember 11 November 2026 At 11:00am tomorrow, the team at Soft Options will pause to observe the two-minute silence in remembrance of all those who have served, suffered and sacrificed in conflicts past and present. We remember those who gave their lives so that future generations could enjoy […]
PHP Security Update Following recent news reports and cybersecurity advisories regarding critical vulnerabilities in PHP, Soft Options would like to confirm that the applications and services we provide are not affected by these vulnerabilities. Our applications, including BEST Client, BEST Web, Client Portal and SOS, do not use PHP. Therefore, these […]
We’re delighted to welcome Markos to the Soft Options team! Markos joins us with a strong background in software development and a real enthusiasm for technology. He has recently completed his Computer Science degree at Kingston University, graduating with First-Class Honours, an excellent achievement that reflects his dedication and technical […]
We’re pleased to confirm that Soft Options (Systems) Ltd has been named as a supplier on Government Commercial Agency’s RM1557.15 G-Cloud 15 framework. G-Cloud 15 provides a route for public sector organisations to procure cloud-based technology and services from suppliers on the framework. Soft Options is listed on Lot […]
Our organisation has once again demonstrated its commitment to information security, successfully passing the ISO 27001:2022 surveillance audit. This result reflects our continual focus on protecting sensitive information and managing risk to the highest professional standards. ISO 27001:2022 is the internationally recognised standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), providing […]
We remain committed to maintaining high standards of cyber security and data protection. We are pleased to confirm that we have successfully renewed our Cyber Essentials certification, demonstrating our commitment to protecting our systems, data and services against common cyber threats. Our latest Cyber Essentials certification was awarded on 9th […]
Dave Rolph 29th April 2026 Soft Options has proudly supported the Sheffield Mobility & Specialised Rehabilitation Centre for over 34 years, delivering continuous development and dependable service to NHS teams. I recently visited the site to assist with the upgrade to the latest version of BEST (V14.51), marking another significant […]
We are please to confirm the successful completion of this year’s Data Security and Protection Toolkit self-assessment, demonstrating our continued commitment to maintaining high standards of data security and ensuring that personal information is handled appropriately. We have once again exceeded the required standards. DSPT Certificate 2026-2027
We’re delighted to welcome Ethan, who has joined us on a part-time basis, as a Junior Web Developer. In his new role, Ethan will be developing his skills, contributing to exciting web projects, and working alongside Theon and the wider team as we continue to create market-leading software for NHS […]
The latest version of BEST has been successfully installed at Hounslow Wheelchair Service, completing a smooth and timely Go Live just ahead of the Christmas period. The launch followed a period of careful planning and coordination, particularly considering changes to Trust arrangements and IT providers. Despite these challenges, once all […]
Lincolnshire Wheelchair Service On Site Review 3 – 4 December 2025 Mike Birdsall (Senior Software Developer) Dave Rolph (Managing Director) Mike and Dave attended the Lincolnshire Wheelchair service to assist Millbrook Healthcare Ltd. with a number of key objectives: 1 – Configure new Bar Code scanners and Printers. 2 – […]