About the company
Business Micro Systems Ltd has been building accounting and business software for decades
The corporate site gives the business a clear front door and explains the history, direction, and product focus behind the Maxton offers.
Company overview
Business Micro Systems Ltd in brief
A concise company profile for the business, its history, and the software it is known for.
Company details
Business Micro Systems Ltd
Established in 1982 and still focused on accessible accounting software and practical business systems.
Core focus
Accessible accounting software
Usable, configurable software designed to support a wide range of real users and business needs.
Extended offer
Bespoke systems and cloud support
Tailored software, hosting, deployment, and client-specific updates where standard tools are not enough.
History
Started in 1982, still focused on practical business software
Business Micro Systems began in 1982, originally set up by Chris Boyd to provide packaged and bespoke software for accounting and administration. That mix of practical software and business support remains central to the company today.
Over time the business broadened its reach, supporting customers in the UK, Ireland, and international markets while keeping the focus on software that is useful, understandable, and built around real business processes.
Milestones
A company shaped by continuity and adaptation
The story so far is one of long-term customer relationships, steady evolution, and product work that keeps pace with changing requirements.
Business founded by Chris Boyd
The company began by providing packaged and bespoke software for accounting and administration across a wide range of businesses.
Richard Boyd became Director
Richard Boyd joined the growing business and took on the Director role, helping steer the next phase of development.
MTD for VAT recognition
The company received HMRC recognition for its MTD product, including digital bookkeeping and bridging options for Excel and text-file submissions.
Now and next
Investing in new products and services
With a new Newtownards base and a wider product roadmap, the business continues to invest in software that helps customers work more efficiently and adapt as their needs change.
Current focus
Serving established customers
The company continues to work closely with long-term support customers and international clients.
Modern delivery
Accounting software for new obligations
New products have been developed to help businesses prepare for changing compliance and reporting needs.
Ongoing evolution
Practical software, updated over time
We continue to build software that can be extended, supported, and improved as business needs change.