In this Member Spotlight, we hear from new Business member, Zudu, on its CivTech and Scottish Government project wins, and on joining ScotlandIS to access our invaluable network of industry experts.
Who is Zudu and what do you do?
Zudu was founded in 2014 by CEO, James Buchan with a passion for harnessing technology for good. Zudu is a multi-award-winning, full-service software engineering firm based in Scotland with offices in Edinburgh and Dundee. Our specialist teams deliver high-performing digital products, design and develop innovative software ecosystems, and provide digital transformation consultancy across many modern platforms and technologies. Completing more than 300 projects, we have helped over 10 million users navigate their way through our clients’ services.
Tell us something unique or interesting about your organisation.
Strategic by design, our approach fosters great innovation with doing good at the core of every project. Whether we’re tackling a complex challenge or bringing a bold idea to life, we partner with you to truly understand your vision, challenges and goals. Our success starts with yours and we’re fully committed to delivering results that matter for you. At Zudu, every project is an opportunity to deliver impact, build long-term value and make a positive difference for your business and the wider community.
What is your biggest achievement as an organisation?
In March 2024, Zudu won a CivTech Innovation and Tech Accelerator contract to develop a technology solution for licensing tobacco products. This marked a major milestone for us, showcasing our ability to deliver impactful, user-focused digital solutions with the Scottish Government. Since securing the CivTech win, we’ve seen significant growth particularly with our bespoke product, ePass. Over the past year, we’ve gone on to win two further Scottish Government projects plus the opening of a new office in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre and employing 10 new staff across Scotland. This achievement has been a catalyst for growth, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for ePass and Zudu.
What prompted you to become a member of ScotlandIS?
Staying at the forefront of innovation is key for us as we contribute to the future of the digital economy here in Scotland. Being part of ScotlandIS provides us with invaluable access to a network of industry experts and thought leaders supporting our mission to drive impactful change through technology. As we continue to expand our presence and deliver solutions that empower businesses, our membership allows us to stay connected to the pulse of Scotland’s tech landscape, ensuring we remain agile and responsive to the evolving needs of our clients and the industry.
What do you see as the main challenges for the tech industry in the UK and Scotland?
Economic uncertainty and global competition can make it harder for companies to scale confidently in Scotland, alongside the digital skills gap particularly in high-growth areas like cybersecurity, AI, data science and software development. While there’s incredible talent here, demand continues to outpace supply making it more challenging for businesses to grow, innovate and stay competitive on a global scale. A strong ecosystem like ScotlandIS is so important in in empowering Scottish businesses through meaningful collaboration, strategic advocacy and the sharing of knowledge across the tech community. Not to mention, championing the interests of the industry to ensure that Scotland’s digital economy continues to grow in the right direction.
Get in touch if you’d like to find out more at contact@zudu.co.uk or visit zudu.co.uk