About Us
We build technology that businesses can actually rely on
Founded in Manchester in 2002, Technologylab Ltd exists to close the gap between what businesses need from technology and what they usually get from it.
Our story
Started by people who'd been on both sides
We've sat in-house, watching good projects stall for lack of technical support. And we've sat inside agencies, watching strong technical work get delivered with no regard for the business behind it.
Technologylab Ltd was founded to do both well: solid engineering, delivered with the client's actual goals in mind. Twenty-four years on, that's still the whole job description.
We've grown from a two-person outfit working out of a shared office in Manchester to a team of specialists across software, infrastructure and security — but we've kept the part that mattered: a small number of senior people who know your business by name.
Our values
What guides our work
Four principles that shape every engagement, from a two-week fix to a two-year build.
Outcomes over output
We measure success by the problem solved, not the hours logged or the lines of code written.
Clear communication
No jargon as obfuscation. You should always know what we're doing, why, and what it costs.
Built to last
We build systems that are secure and maintainable — not next year's emergency ticket.
Long-term partnership
We aim to be the technology partner you call for the next project, not just this one.
Our team
The people behind Technologylab
A small, senior team that works directly with clients from first call to delivery.
James Okonkwo
Managing Director
Sarah Ahmed
Lead Developer
Tom Fletcher
Head of Infrastructure & Security
