Business Details
Custom Software Development Experts
DragonSpears is a custom software development company dedicated to delivering faster, tougher, and better solutions through 20+ years of refined expertise. Our team operates with a shared commitment to five core valuesHeroic, Initiate, Refactor, Elevate, and Deliverthat drive our approach to solving complex challenges. We specialize in digital transformation, helping clients adopt cloud-first strategies, implement DevOps practices, and leverage data-driven insights. Our proven process reduces risk while accelerating innovation, enabling businesses to pivot effortlessly in dynamic markets. We partner with organizations to either augment their teams, extend capacity, or coach internal resources toward self-sufficiency.Recognized for our work with global enterprises, we combine technical excellence with cultural transformation to turn software teams into strategic assets. Our methodology, inspired by the precision of the U.S. Air Force's Dragon Spear aircraft, focuses on undetected support when clients need it most. With industry-specific expertise spanning healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and public safety, we deliver tailored solutions that align with unique operational demands. Our accolades, including placement on the Inc. 5000 list, reflect our dedication to measurable outcomes. We prioritize transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement to ensure clients achieve sustainable growth through technology.
Services
Custom Software Development
Cloud Solutions
DevOps Services
Agile Consulting
Data Management
Enterprise DevOps
Cloud-Native Development
CI/CD Pipelines
SAFe Transformations
Digital Transformation
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in custom software development.
- Our proven process reduces risk while driving innovation.
- We embed cultural change through team upskilling and coaching.
- Our engagement models adapt to your specific team requirements.
- We deliver measurable results for global enterprises across industries.
Associations and certifications
- Inc. 5000
What people say
Instrumental in our digital transformation
Delivered on plan
Tangible business value
High-performing teams
Measurable results
Services
Custom Software Development
We build tailored software applications that align with your business objectives and technical requirements. Our approach combines agile methodologies with domain-specific expertise to create scalable, maintainable systems. Clients benefit from faster time-to-market, reduced technical debt, and solutions that evolve with changing needs.
Cloud Solutions
Our cloud adoption services help organizations transition to modern cloud architectures while optimizing costs and security. We specialize in cloud-native development, containerization, and hybrid infrastructure strategies. Clients gain scalable environments that support continuous delivery and operational efficiency.
DevOps Services
We implement automated CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices to accelerate software delivery. Our services include toolchain integration, infrastructure as code, and performance monitoring. Clients achieve faster release cycles with improved collaboration between development and operations teams.
Agile Consulting
We guide organizations through SAFe and agile framework adoption to improve team productivity and business alignment. Services include process coaching, backlog management, and scaling agile practices across departments. Clients experience improved responsiveness to market demands and better product outcomes.
Data Management
We develop data platforms that turn raw information into actionable insights using cloud-native tools and machine learning. Services include database architecture, big data processing, and real-time analytics. Clients gain data-driven decision-making capabilities with secure, scalable infrastructure.
People
Patrick Emmons
Founder/CEO
Patrick founded DragonSpears with a vision to transform software teams into strategic assets. He specializes in aligning technical delivery with business goals through cultural transformation and process optimization. His leadership focuses on empowering clients to achieve sustainable growth through technology.
Howard Diamond
Chief Strategy Officer
Howard brings strategic leadership experience from digital transformation initiatives at Rise Interactive. He advises on market positioning, growth strategies, and technology partnerships to help clients maximize their competitive advantage through software innovation.
Lawson Kelly
Chief Technology Officer
Lawson provides technical leadership with expertise in enterprise architecture and cloud-native systems. He focuses on delivering scalable, secure technology solutions that align with evolving business requirements while maintaining operational excellence.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, public safety, technology, and transportation sectors with tailored software solutions.
How do you approach digital transformation?
We combine technical modernization with cultural change through team coaching, agile processes, and cloud-native architecture implementation.
What engagement models do you offer?
We provide three models: becoming your team for expertise gaps, extending your capacity, or coaching for long-term self-sufficiency.
Can you help with cloud migration?
Yes, we specialize in secure cloud adoption strategies including platform migration, containerization, and hybrid infrastructure optimization.
How do you ensure project success?
Through proven processes that reduce risk, continuous stakeholder collaboration, and delivering incremental value throughout engagements.
