About Lobi Software Studio
We're a software development agency in Columbus, GA on a mission to help small businesses and domain experts build custom software they actually own-not rent forever.
Our Mission
We believe domain experts should build and own their tools-not pay monthly subscriptions for generic software that doesn't fit their business.
The cost of building software has dropped dramatically. What used to cost $250K now costs $15K-$30K. AI and modern frameworks make custom software accessible to small businesses. We're here to guide domain experts through that transformation-from operators to tech company founders.
What We Believe
Domain Expertise > Technical Expertise
You know your industry better than any SaaS company ever will. That knowledge is more valuable than code. We provide the technical expertise-you provide the domain insight.
Speed & Iteration
Perfect is the enemy of done. We launch MVPs in 30 days, gather feedback, and iterate. Real users beat endless planning every time.
Aligned Incentives
We take equity in licensed products instead of inflating our rates. When you succeed, we succeed. No misaligned incentives-just shared upside.
Ownership Over Rental
You should own your software. No vendor lock-in, no monthly fees forever, no losing access when you stop paying. Build it, own it, license it if you want.
Quality & Craft
We care about clean code, elegant design, and maintainable systems. Fast doesn't mean sloppy-we build software that scales and lasts.
Small Business Focus
We don't chase Fortune 500 contracts. Small businesses and startups are our people. You're agile, scrappy, and determined-we build software that matches your energy.
How We Work
Transparent Process
We don't hide behind jargon or gatekeep technical knowledge. Our process is simple: Nautilus (discovery) → SeedLine (design) → ShellForm (development) → FullSail (launch). You know exactly where we are at all times.
Fixed Timelines
Our 30-day MVP guarantee isn't marketing-it's real. We scope aggressively, prioritize ruthlessly, and ship quickly. You get a working product in 30 days, not 6 months.
Transparent Pricing
No surprises. We provide clear quotes after discovery. You know the cost before we write a line of code. If scope changes, we discuss it-no hidden fees or scope creep.
Partnership, Not Vendor
We're not a vendor who disappears after launch. We're a partner invested in your success. Need ongoing support? We offer TideWatch maintenance. Want to scale? We're here.
Based in Columbus, GA
We're headquartered in Columbus, Georgia-strategically positioned between Atlanta and Auburn. This gives us access to the Southeast's tech ecosystem while keeping costs reasonable for our clients.
We work remotely and serve clients nationwide, but our Southeast roots keep us grounded. We understand small business economics-because we live it.
Service Areas
- 📍 Columbus, GA (Headquarters)
- 📍 Atlanta, GA
- 📍 Auburn, AL
- 📍 Southeast U.S.
- 🌐 Remote clients nationwide
Why Work With Us
We're Not a Traditional Agency
No bloated teams billing you for meetings. No enterprise nonsense. We're lean, fast, and focused on building software that works-not padding invoices.
We Understand Small Business
We're a small business too. We know what it's like to watch every dollar, hustle for clients, and bet on yourself. We build software with that same scrappy energy.
We Actually Care
Your success is our success-literally, through equity alignment. We're not a ticket queue or offshore contractor. We're a partner who wants to see you win.
We Ship Fast
30-day MVPs. Weekly demos. No 6-month "discovery phases." We build quickly because speed matters-your competitors aren't waiting, and neither should you.
Ready to Build Software You Own?
Let's talk about your project. Book a discovery session, and we'll map out exactly what it takes to turn your idea into software you actually own.