This Is Nolan

We solve business software challenges with our knowledge, expertise and care, providing intelligent solutions that empower your business to transform and grow.

Who We Are

Nolan Business Solutions started in 1988 with just two developers writing code. Over the past 35 years, we’ve grown to a team of over 60 people. Today, we are a leading provider of Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, and Microsoft Dynamics GP, offering more than 15 custom-developed applications tailored to meet diverse business needs. We’ve certainly come a long way.

Our Culture

Our culture deck was created by our Nolan team to showcase who we are and what makes us unique, with our customers at the centre of everything we do.

Accountable

Everybody should understand how they contribute to the company’s success.

Honest

We know when we can help our customers. We also know when we can’t.

Innovative

The biggest achievements can grow from the smallest of ideas.

Recognition

We always recognize our achievements and celebrate our successes.

Supportive

We encourage a learning culture, supporting each other at all times.

Teamwork

Remember we are stronger as a team than we are individually.

Transparent

Our people should feel able to give and receive honest feedback.

Trust

We really listen and build long-lasting relationships, with both our customers and our people.

Empowering Your Business with Industry-Leading Partnerships

At Nolan Business Applications, we pride ourselves on our strong partnerships with industry leaders like Microsoft and Oracle NetSuite.

As a Microsoft Certified Partner, we have met rigorous standards and earned recognition through various partnership awards. Our expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Dynamics GP allows us to offer solutions that enhance business processes and drive growth.

Similarly, as a member of the NetSuite SuiteCloud Developer Network (SDN), we develop and support fully integrated add-on solutions that streamline complex accounting and business processes, ensuring our clients get the most out of their Oracle NetSuite software investment.

Leadership

Colin Smith

Co-Founder & Technical Director

Mark Hennessy

Managing Director

Brian Jones

Operations Director

Patricia Gilbert

General Manager

Carole D'Arcy

Director, Sales & Marketing

Andrew Hall

Head Of Support & Product Development

Catherine Walsh

IT & Facilities Manager

Becki Wilkinson

HR Manager

We're not here to just sell you a system. We want to work alongside you and help your business grow. We’re about making your business more agile and efficient.

Colin Smith, Co-Founder & Technical Director

Our Story

Nolan Business Solutions began in 1988 with just two developers writing code. Fast forward 35 years and add 60+ people to where we are now; a provider of NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics GP & Microsoft Dynamics 365, with over 15 custom developed applications to suit those individual business needs. We certainly have come a long way.

1988

Nolan Computers Founded

Nolan first began in 1988 as Nolan Computers, with just two developers, Tim Nolan and Colin Smith, writing code

1988

Nolan Partners with Microsoft Dynamics

Nolan Computers commences its partnership with Microsoft Dynamics and becomes Silver Independent Software Vendors (ISV) and Silver ERP Partners

1998

Nolan Sells Module to Microsoft

Nolan Computers sells its own in-house developed Dynamics GP module "Dynamics GP Multi-Dimensional Analysis" to Microsoft Dynamics

1999

US Office Opens

Nolan Computers opens its US office which is now based in Boulder, Colorado

2007

Nolan Starts Its Partnership with NetSuite

Nolan Computers starts its partnership with NetSuite and becomes only the second NetSuite Solution Provider in the UK

2010

Nolan Acquires Benteq Ltd.

Nolan acquires Benteq Ltd, a large Dynamics GP partner who distributes, implements and supports enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions

2010

Name Change

Nolan Computers changes to Nolan Business Solutions

2011

Australian Office Opens

Nolan expands its international reach and opens an office in Sydney, Australia

2011

Nolan Sells SuiteApp

Nolan sells its own in-house developed SuiteApp "Fixed Assets" to NetSuite who integrate it into their solution

2012

HQ Relocation

Due to expansion, Nolan moves its head office to a larger premises based at Cedar House in Fleet, Hampshire

2016

Nolan Acquires Business Insights Group

Nolan acquires Business Insights Group, a Dynamics GP solutions provider with a focus on the education, not-for-profit and service sectors.

2018

30th Anniversary

Nolan celebrated 30 years of developing and providing innovative and intelligent business solutions that help its clients grow.

2022

Nolan Applications Available for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Custom-developed applications become available on Microsoft AppSource for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

2023

35th Anniversary

Nolan turned 35 and helped more companies enhance their ERP investment with our Personalized ERP Solutions and one-of-a-kind team.

2025

Nolan Rebrand

Nolan undergoes a full brand refresh with a new logo and website.

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