There’s something very fitting about starting the year on a bright, icy January morning. The light is new, the path ahead is clear, and while the ground may be slippery, progress comes from knowing where you’re going and taking each step with confidence. This photo of Catherine walking into the office captures that feeling perfectly as we step into 2026 at Start Software.
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| Here we go again! Welcome 2026 |
So, with frozen car parks behind us and a full year ahead, here’s what we’re excited about.
Continuing to invest in Alpha Tracker
Alpha Tracker remains at the heart of what we do, and 2026 is shaping up to be a busy year for new releases.
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Alpha Tracker Release 42 and Release 43 are on the roadmap, bringing a steady stream of practical improvements driven directly by customer feedback. As ever, the focus is on reliability, usability and features that genuinely make day-to-day work easier.
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We are rolling out a significant upgrade to Cloud Document Maker, delivering faster and more scalable document production for reports, certificates and client deliverables. Less waiting, more getting things done.
Tracker Filer will be replaced by Tracker Agent, our AI-powered "extra pair of hands" that will massively reduce your admin.
Better integrations, better workflows
We know Alpha Tracker does not exist in isolation, so integration continues to be a major priority. 2025 saw us deliver the Lab Sample Exchange and the connection to the incredible FLS/Solvares VISITOUR optimised scheduler. We have many more integrations planned for 2026.
More AI, used properly
AI is only useful if it solves real problems, and that is exactly how we are approaching it.
Our Report QC Checker is now available for all customers, helping to catch inconsistencies, omissions and common issues before reports go out of the door. It adds another layer of quality control that supports professional judgement rather than replacing it. |
| Go to asbestosreportqc.start-software.ai |
You can expect more AI-powered features over the year, always focused on accuracy, efficiency and trust.
Growing the team
Great software comes from great people. We are delighted to welcome Bonggo to the Start Software team, strengthening our ability to support customers and continue developing the platform at pace.
Out in the world
We will also be getting out and about more in 2026, sharing what we have learned and learning from others.
This includes presenting at conferences around the world, with highlights already planned such as FAMANZ in Sydney and World Summit AI in Amsterdam. If you are attending either, do come and say hello.
20 years of Start Software
Finally, 2026 marks a major milestone for us. This is our 20th year of trading.
That means 20 years of building software, working closely with customers, adapting to new technology and staying firmly focused on value for money. We will be celebrating properly with staff and customers in the autumn, and we look forward to sharing more details as plans come together.
Thank you, as always, for being part of the Start Software story. Here’s to a productive, innovative and well-supported 2026.
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