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Software Audit Services for
Smarter Technology Decisions
As software environments grow more complex, businesses need a clear understanding of how well their applications, architecture and technology stack support their goals. Microknot’s software audit services provide an independent assessment of your software ecosystem, covering code quality, architecture, security, performance, scalability and technology choices. Our experts identify technical risks, outdated components, performance bottlenecks and improvement opportunities that may affect long-term growth. As one of the trusted software audit companies, we provide practical insights and actionable recommendations to help businesses strengthen their software, optimise technology investments and make confident decisions about upgrades, modernisation or future development.
Our Clients
We work with a variety of businesses from all different industries, fostering
long term relationships and instilling trust and reliability.
Comprehensive Software Audit Services
Built Around Your Business
1. Application & Codebase Auditing
We review application logic, code quality, technical debt and maintainability to identify risks, inefficiencies and opportunities for improving software reliability.
2. Architecture & Technology Stack Audit
Our experts assess application architecture, frameworks and technology stacks to identify structural limitations, outdated components and opportunities for better scalability and maintainability.
3. Software Security Assessment
Microknot evaluates authentication, access controls, data protection and application vulnerabilities to identify security gaps and recommend practical measures for strengthening your software environment.
4. Performance & Scalability Audit
We analyse application performance, resource utilisation and scalability bottlenecks to identify optimisation opportunities and ensure systems can handle growing workloads efficiently.
5. AI/ML Model & Application Audit
Our experts assess AI and machine learning models, data pipelines, integrations and deployment practices to identify performance, security, scalability and reliability risks in AI-powered applications.
6. Database & Infrastructure Audit
Our team reviews database configuration, hosting infrastructure, resource allocation and system dependencies to uncover performance constraints, reliability risks and infrastructure optimisation opportunities.
7.Data Quality & Governance Audit
We assess data accuracy, consistency, integrity, access controls and governance practices to identify data risks and improve the reliability of information across your software environment.
8. API & Integration Audit
We assess APIs, integration workflows, data exchange and third-party connections to identify interoperability issues, integration risks and opportunities for more reliable system communication.
9. UI/UX & Functional Assessment
Our specialists evaluate usability, navigation, accessibility and core functionality to identify experience gaps and ensure software effectively supports user needs and business workflows.
10. Third-Party Dependency Review
We examine external libraries, frameworks, services and dependencies to identify outdated components, compatibility concerns, security risks and potential impacts on application stability.
20+
Years Industry
Experience
40+
In House Experts
5.0
Star Rating
100%
Australian Owned and
Operated
Case Studies
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Expertise in Software Auditing Backed
by Development Experience
1. Microsoft-Certified Developers
Our Microsoft-certified developers bring strong technical expertise to software audits, helping identify code quality, architecture, technology and implementation issues across complex business applications.
2. Full-Stack Development Expertise
With full-stack development expertise, we assess both frontend and backend components to uncover functional gaps, performance issues, integration challenges and maintainability concerns.
3. Custom Software Development Experience
Microknot’s custom software development experience helps us understand how business applications are built, enabling practical audits that consider functionality, scalability, usability and long-term requirements.
4. Architecture and API Expertise
Our architecture and API expertise enables us to evaluate application structures, service layers, APIs and integrations, identifying technical limitations and opportunities for improved interoperability.
5. Cloud and Database Knowledge
We assess cloud environments, databases, infrastructure and data flows to identify configuration issues, performance constraints and scalability risks that could affect application reliability.
6. Security and Performance Assessment
As a leading software development company, Microknot evaluates security controls, application performance and system behaviour to uncover vulnerabilities, bottlenecks and reliability concerns.
7. Practical Remediation Recommendations
We provide practical, prioritised recommendations that help businesses address identified issues, improve software quality and determine the most effective path for future enhancements.
How Our Software Audit Services
Turn Findings Into Action
Understand
We begin by understanding your business objectives, existing software environment, key challenges and audit scope to establish clear assessment priorities.
Investigate
Our team examines your application architecture, codebase, technology stack, databases, APIs, integrations, infrastructure and dependencies to understand how the software operates.
Assess
We assess technical performance, security, scalability, maintainability and functional areas to identify risks that could affect business operations, reliability or future growth.
Prioritise
Microknot evaluates identified issues based on business impact, technical severity and urgency, helping determine which risks require immediate attention and which can follow.
Recommend
We provide practical recommendations for resolving critical issues, improving software quality and addressing technical limitations without suggesting unnecessary changes or investments.
Roadmap
Our team creates a clear action plan that prioritises improvements, modernisation opportunities and technical changes, giving your business a structured path forward.
What Our Customers Say
Shashi Singh
I wish I could give you more than 5 Star for the work you have delivered for me Microknot Team. Your work is fantastic and the professionalism is top notch.
I was so amazed how, after just one workshop, Priya, Jag, Shaun and Rocco converted my layman idea in to a nice piece of work in developing a wonderful platform for me. Microknot has definitely delivered work as promised without any Compromise to the creativity and beautiful page designs. All thanks to their team’s creative abilities under Priya’s guidance. I am looking to a long term association to keep getting my work done!!
Steven Jenke
I have been working with Microknot for the past year, and found the team to provide fantastic support in leading various projects from idealisation, scoping, design implementation to review.
The team pride themselves on providing an agile work method resulting in cost effective solutions first time!
If you are looking for a development agency that will work with your requirements every step of the way, I highly recommend Jag and the team
Dave Philips
We have enjoyed working with Jag, Shaun, and several of Microknot’s developers over the past 18 months.
The Microknot team has allowed us to accelerate the time to market for our platform, translating to money in the bank and added scale to our internal development team without the risks, time delays, and costs associated with hiring new staff. Microknot’s professionalism in managing our project has also lifted the game for our internal team. Not only have they delivered a great product outcome, but we’ve also learned a lot about different technologies and effective s/ware PM methodology in the process.
The Microknot team have been responsive, easy to work with, delivered every sprint on time, and significantly contributed to guiding our application in the right direction.
Our Team
The right team brings together the expertise needed to turn ideas into successful software. Our team combines technical knowledge and creative thinking, backed by 20+ years of industry experience. This combination helps us deliver practical, high-quality solutions and makes us a technical partner you can trust.
Jag
Kandasamy
Director of Software & Data
Priya
Songappan
Founder / Creative Director
Subanki
Chandrasekaran
Technical Business Analyst
Shaun
Cooper
Technical Project Manager
Benefits of Software Auditing
Reduce Technology Risks
A software audit identifies weaknesses across your application, infrastructure, integrations and dependencies, helping businesses address technical risks before they lead to disruptions, security incidents or costly failures.
Improve Software Performance
By identifying inefficient code, resource constraints, configuration issues and performance bottlenecks, an audit helps businesses understand where improvements can make applications faster, more stable and responsive.
Strengthen Security Posture
A detailed audit can uncover vulnerabilities, weak access controls, outdated components and data protection gaps, helping organisations strengthen security and reduce exposure to potential threats.
Control Technical Debt
Software audits reveal outdated technologies, complex code and accumulated technical debt that can make future development harder. Addressing these issues early helps maintain a healthier and more manageable software environment.
Optimise Development Costs
Understanding the condition of existing software helps businesses avoid unnecessary redevelopment and focus resources on areas that require improvement, modernisation or targeted technical intervention.
Plan Smarter Investments
Audit findings provide an evidence-based view of your software’s current condition, helping decision-makers prioritise upgrades, modernisation, new features and technology investments based on business and technical needs.
Our Technologies
We use enterprise grade technology to bring our projects into functional reality, staying
at the forefront of modern software development through innovation and understanding.
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Microsoft .Net
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Angular
Docker
Android
IOS
Azure
Power BI
Azure Data Lake
SQL Server
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What does a software audit include?
A software audit examines your application’s codebase, architecture, technology stack, security, performance, database, APIs, integrations and third-party dependencies. It also reviews maintainability and functionality to identify technical risks, inefficiencies and opportunities for improving the software’s overall reliability.
Why should a business conduct a software audit?
A software audit helps businesses understand whether their existing technology is secure, reliable, scalable and aligned with current requirements. It can uncover hidden technical debt, performance issues and security gaps, helping organisations make informed decisions about investment, optimisation or future development.
How long does a software audit take?
The timeframe depends on the application’s size, complexity, technology stack and audit scope. A focused assessment may take a few days, while larger enterprise applications can require several weeks for detailed technical analysis, testing and recommendations.
Can Microknot audit software developed by another company?
Absolutely. Microknot can independently audit software regardless of who originally developed it. Our team assesses the existing codebase, architecture, security, performance and integrations objectively, providing practical findings that help businesses understand the current system and plan their next steps.
What problems can a software audit identify?
A software audit can uncover outdated technologies, technical debt, security vulnerabilities, inefficient code, performance bottlenecks, scalability limitations, database issues, integration failures and third-party dependency risks. It can also highlight usability or functional gaps affecting users and business operations.
What do I receive after a software audit?
Following the audit, you receive a structured report outlining key findings, identified risks, technical issues and areas requiring attention. The report can also include prioritised recommendations, improvement opportunities and practical next steps to help guide future software development or modernisation decisions.
How often should business software be audited?
The ideal frequency depends on the software’s complexity, business criticality and rate of change. Businesses should consider an audit after major upgrades, security concerns, significant performance issues, technology changes or before investing in extensive development or software modernisation.
Can a software audit determine whether an application needs modernisation?
Yes. A software audit can assess whether an application’s architecture, technology stack, code quality, security and performance are limiting its long-term value. Based on these findings, businesses can determine whether targeted improvements, partial upgrades or complete software modernisation is the most practical approach.
