

Born from frustration. Driven by innovation.
DataSwitcher was founded in 2017 when we faced an universal problem: data migration between accounting systems was painful, slow, and insecure. As software consultants setting up clients on new accounting platforms, we discovered that data migration was consistently one of the biggest roadblocks. What should have been an exciting upgrade became a dreaded, time-consuming process.

"It was pure frustration. The options back then were limited. Most firms outsourced overseas, raising concerns about security, data integrity, and time zone gaps when support was critical."
Aston Byfield, CEO & Founder
The Breaking Point
The turning point came when we were implementing a major accounting system for a client who needed to migrate 8 years of transaction history. Our options were manually convert thousands of transactions, to outsource with security concerns, or ask the client to abandon their historical data.
So we built a better solution, focusing first on security, reliability, and automation. We invested heavily upfront to create technology that was truly secure and robust, using the latest security protocols and performance techniques rather than plugging gaps with manual intervention.
The Reliable Rebels of data migration
Our Values:

Trailblazing
Setting the pace with innovation and fresh thinking.

Street-Smart Expertise
Deep technical knowledge combined with real-world accounting wisdom.

Bold & Unconventional
Challenging industry norms and solving problems others accept.

Collaborative Hustlers
Working side-by-side with partners, driving for shared success.

Reliable Rebels
Delivering security with an edge. The cool horse to bet on.
Meet the DataSwitcher team
Scroll down to meet the team. Brilliant minds with different rhythms, unique styles, and one shared goal: making migrations smarter, smoother, and more reliable than ever.

Aston Byfield
CEO
"I’m here to shake things up and build something that actually matters."

Andy Bailey
Product Director
"Give me a messy idea and a real problem. I’ll turn it into something people want."

João Filipe Pires
Senior Software Engineer
"I like my code like I like my coffee: strong, clean, and quietly effective."

José Lourenço
Senior Developer
"I’ll keep asking questions until we build a solution that’s right, not just fast."

Nuno Gome
Tech Lead
"You don’t have to love the rhythm, just respect it enough to keep the band together."

Ava Arciaga
Ava Arciaga
"I don’t need the spotlight, I just want to make sure we’re making the right moves."

Lea Grace Dipus
Customer Success
"I’ve got one goal: make every customer feel heard, helped, and human."

Luís Nóbrega
Software Engineer
"Some people play chords, I balance bugs. Either way, it’s all about flow."

João Gil
Developer
"I don’t stop until the thing I am creating works. Simple as that."
“We believe that building great tech is a team effort, more like playing in a band than working in isolation. Every role matters. Every contribution shapes the bigger picture.”
Our Growth Journey
Since our launch in 2017, DataSwitcher has experienced phenomenal growth.
2017
Created the first prototype focusing on security and reliability
2018
Launched our first conversion paths between major accounting platforms
2019
Established partnerships with leading software vendors
2020
Expanded globally, entering the US and Canadian markets
2021
Reached milestone of 10,000 successful migrations
2022
Continued innovation with pre-migration intelligence features
2023
Expanded to Australia and further European markets
2024
Surpassed 39,000 successful migrations across 6 countries
Frequently Asked Questions
Our solution is cloud-based and can be integrated through our secure API or via our white-labeled web interfaces. We provide comprehensive documentation and technical support throughout the integration process.
While it could take up to 48 hours to migrate very complex data, 90% of conversions are completed in under 20 minutes. During conversion, you should not access your new accounting software.
While it could take up to 48 hours to migrate very complex data, 90% of conversions are completed in under 20 minutes. During conversion, you should not access your new accounting software.
While it could take up to 48 hours to migrate very complex data, 90% of conversions are completed in under 20 minutes. During conversion, you should not access your new accounting software.
While it could take up to 48 hours to migrate very complex data, 90% of conversions are completed in under 20 minutes. During conversion, you should not access your new accounting software.


