A SOFTWARE company is looking to secure clients across the UK after launching a range of software.

Business Performance Optimiser (BPO), based at the e.volve business centre at Rainton Bridge, is the latest addition to Sunderland’s growing software industry.

Software developers and the management team at BPO, part of the Leighton Group, have spent 18 months creating web-based software that boosts business performance, and helps clients to monitor, report on and improve business functions including health and safety, training and human resources.

Clients including The Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, in Washington, Wearside, have already been secured, and now BPO is targeting new business around the UK in sectors including the leisure industry, public sector, the NHS, construction and charities.

Director Steve Shaw said: “The software is simple to use, and anyone with basic IT skills, a broadband connection and a PC can use it. It enables clients to manage their activities more efficiently, reduce costs and identify areas for improvement.

“It is relevant for all businesses, though particularly those that need to monitor and report on performance or legislative compliance – such as councils, education facilities and leisure groups or trusts.

“We developed a bespoke contact report solution for South Tyneside Council to help it meet government legislation. The legislation is now something all councils have to meet, so the public sector is a key market for us.”

BPO is one of many young ICT companies emerging in Sunderland as the city aims to develop a globally competitive software sector through its Software City initiative.