About - Hi, I'm Oliver

I help small businesses get more customers through better websites and simple automation.

Why I Focus on Small Businesses

I've worked with agencies building websites for big corporate clients. It's fine work, but honestly a bit soulless.

I much prefer working with small business owners who are:

  • Actually involved in the project
  • Excited about the results
  • Able to make quick decisions
  • Building something they care about

Plus, small businesses get the best ROI from good web development. A better contact form or booking system can literally change your business overnight.

My Approach

Simple > Complex

I build the simplest solution that solves your problem. No bloated features you'll never use.

Fast > Perfect

I'd rather launch something good quickly and improve it than spend months building the "perfect" solution.

Results > Pretty

Beautiful design is great, but only if it actually gets you more customers. Function before form.

What I'm Good At

  • Building clean, fast websites that work on mobile
  • Setting up automation that saves you hours every week
  • Explaining technical things in normal language
  • Being responsive (I reply within 24 hours, usually same day)

What I'm Not Great At

  • Fancy animations and design trends
  • Large enterprise projects with 10 stakeholders
  • Ongoing marketing and social media
  • Being the cheapest option (but I'm fair)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Havis?

Havis is a UK-based web development service focused on building practical, reliable websites and systems for small businesses. I help clients improve their online presence and streamline business processes with tailored digital solutions.

Is a website a system?

A website is typically designed to present information, while a system supports how a business operates—handling tasks like automation, data management, and integrations. Some projects combine both, depending on your business needs.

What is the difference between a website and a system?

A website is usually public-facing and focused on sharing information, whereas a system is interactive, data-driven, and often used internally to support business operations. Choosing the right solution depends on your goals and challenges.

Writing & notes

Occasional posts on building websites, improving processes, and lessons learned from real projects.

How Much Does a Small Business Website Cost in the UK? (2026 Guide)

Honest pricing guide for small business websites in the UK. What you should expect to pay, what affects the cost, and how to avoid overpaying or getting a cheap website that does not work.

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Why Your Website Isn’t Getting Enquiries (And How to Fix It)

If your website looks fine but isn’t bringing in leads, there are usually a few simple reasons. Here’s what’s stopping enquiries — and how to fix it.

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Want to see if we’re a good fit?

Tell us a bit about your business and what you’re trying to achieve. We’ll let you know if we can help — no pressure.

Based in the UK · Working with small businesses nationwide