Softment
AIRAG systems, search, recommendations

Technology

Vector Databases

Implement vector search with the right retrieval strategy—embeddings, indexing, filters, and performance tuning designed for real products.

Best For

Ideal use cases

Applications requiring semantic search

RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation) systems

Recommendation engines

Similarity search applications

Projects with large embedding datasets

What We Build

Projects we deliver

RAG systems for chatbots

Semantic search applications

Document similarity systems

Recommendation engines

Content discovery platforms

Question-answering systems

Knowledge bases with search

Personalization systems

Ecosystem

Compatible tools & integrations

Seamless Integrations

Works with your existing stack

7+ supported
Pinecone for managed vector database
Weaviate for open-source vector search
OpenAI Embeddings API
LangChain for orchestration
Chroma for local development
Qdrant for self-hosted option
pgvector for PostgreSQL integration

Use Cases

Recommended use cases

Chatbots needing context from documents

E-commerce product recommendations

Content platforms with semantic search

Knowledge bases with question-answering

Applications requiring similarity search

Delivery

How we deliver

We design vector database schemas for optimal query performance

Implement proper embedding generation and storage

Set up hybrid search (vector + keyword) when needed

Optimize index configuration and query parameters

Implement proper data synchronization and updates

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Pinecone is best for managed, production-ready solutions. Weaviate offers open-source flexibility. pgvector works well if you're already using PostgreSQL. We recommend based on your requirements.

We use OpenAI's embeddings API, sentence-transformers, or other embedding models. We choose models based on your data type and language. Embeddings are generated during indexing and stored in the vector database.

Yes. We can self-host Weaviate, Qdrant, or use pgvector with PostgreSQL. Self-hosting offers more control but requires infrastructure management. Managed services like Pinecone simplify operations.

Regional

Delivery considerations for your region

Compliance & Data (UK/EU)

For UK teams, we default to GDPR-first thinking: data minimisation, purpose-limited storage, and clear access boundaries.

We can work under a DPA (template available on request) and implement practical retention/deletion flows when needed.

  • GDPR-first patterns (minimise, restrict, document)
  • DPA template available on request
  • Retention/deletion and export flows where required
  • Least-privilege access and secure session handling
  • PII-safe logging + secure-by-default configuration
  • NDA available for early-stage discussions

Timezone & Collaboration (UK/EU)

We align to UK time and EU overlap (GMT/BST with CET-friendly windows) for fast feedback cycles.

We keep the process lightweight: async updates, clear priorities, and written decisions to avoid ambiguity.

  • UK/EU overlap with GMT/BST windows
  • Async-first delivery with documented scope
  • Weekly milestones and structured demos
  • Clear escalation path for blockers
  • Tight change control with clear sign-offs

Engagement & Procurement (UK)

We support typical UK procurement flows with clear scopes, change control, and invoice cadence.

If you prefer a discovery-first engagement, we can run a short paid discovery to lock requirements before build.

  • GBP-based engagements and invoicing options
  • Discovery-first option to reduce delivery risk
  • Milestone-based billing when appropriate
  • Transparent change control and sign-offs
  • Vendor onboarding pack on request

Security & Quality (UK/EU)

We build for reliability and maintainability: clean PRs, tight review loops, and test coverage that matches risk.

Performance budgets and release checklists keep launches predictable—especially when multiple stakeholders review changes.

  • CI-friendly testing: unit + integration + smoke tests
  • Performance budgets + bundle checks (Core Web Vitals-minded)
  • Structured release notes and rollback-safe deployments
  • Security checklist for auth, roles, and data flows
  • Observability hooks (logs + error tracking) ready for production
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