In the ever-evolving landscape of social housing, minimising risk while maximising the development of affordable homes is paramount. At SDS, we understand the unique challenges you face. Our mission is to empower you with greater control and visibility, enabling you to make informed decisions and deliver more social housing.
Our flagship product, ProVal, is the leading financial viability software for social housing providers in the UK. Trusted by over 200 registered providers, ProVal helps you save time, streamline your workflow, and reach accurate financial viability decisions quickly. Developed and managed by social housing experts with years of experience in property development appraisal and finance, ProVal is designed with every detail tailored to your needs.
ProVal offers a comprehensive suite of features that automate your administrative tasks, giving you control over your data and boosting visibility—all on one easy-to-use platform. As the leading cloud-hosted financial viability tool for Registered Providers, ProVal allows you to calculate and forecast NPV, IRR, and long-term development appraisal cash flow with ease. Produce robust, auditable results at the click of a button and create financial appraisals that meet viability compliance guidelines effortlessly.
Our robust software supports you at every stage of the development process. From initial planning to final execution, ProVal’s integrated tools enhance efficiency and ensure project viability. With TAP-certified trainers on hand, we ensure your teams are fully equipped to leverage the software’s capabilities, maximizing its potential to drive success.
In addition to ProVal, we offer Sequel, a property project management software platform designed to help UK housing association professionals, such as development project managers, oversee the build and development of social housing schemes. Manage the build phase of affordable housing on a single, intuitive platform. Sequel is there from the moment you identify land that presents an opportunity, to the completion of the scheme.
What sets Sequel apart? It was created by people who know the industry inside out. With years of experience working for multiple housing associations, we understand the complexities of overseeing the construction of affordable housing and we’re committed to making our property development software the best it can be. With the most sophisticated cloud hosting in the world, your team can access Sequel from anywhere, any time. Benefit from SDS as your dedicated IT team, handling everything from onboarding to automatic bug fixes.
Sequel has the power to transform your workflow—helping project managers ditch the daily admin tasks, meet compliance and audit regulations, and keep your projects on track.
Embrace the benefits of digital transformation with ProVal and Sequel. Avoid common mistakes, adhere to audit and compliance guidelines, and focus on delivering quality, affordable homes to those in need. With the most secure cloud hosting in the world, you’ll benefit from the flexibility to access your appraisals and project management tools anywhere, ensuring integration with your existing systems and a cohesive, efficient workflow.
Innovation is at the core of our R&D efforts. We dedicate time and resources to building prototype apps using the latest technologies. This investment allows us to evaluate coding practices, optimize performance, and ensure rapid usability. By staying ahead of technological advancements, we continue to create cutting-edge software solutions tailored specifically for the social housing sector.
In today’s economic climate, the importance of minimizing risk and ensuring project viability cannot be overstated. ProVal and Sequel not only help you navigate these challenges but also position you for long-term success. With SDS, you gain a trusted partner committed to your mission of providing affordable housing, backed by a team of experts and innovative technology.
Join us on this journey and experience the transformative power of ProVal and Sequel. Together, we can turn challenges into opportunities, ensuring a brighter future for the social housing sector.
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