About UsWe’re different. We listen.
We’re owner-operated. As a small business, we know our customers personally. We aim to build long-term relationships. We do our best to satisfy each customer and partner with them in achieving their objectives. We’re located in Cary, NC just next to the Research Triangle.
What we do
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Consulting
We provide strategies for software development teams to implement Continuous Delivery, especially as it relates to automated testing.
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Talent Solutions
We specialize in hiring software development talent for US-based companies.
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Training
We provide training for software development teams wanting to automate testing, build higher quality products, and deliver to customers faster.
Our story
A history of Beaufort Fairmont
2007
Merrill Software, LLC was founded to support several software development projects with partners.
2009
Name changed to Beaufort Fairmont. First corporate customer for software test automation and corporate technical training.
2012
Launched the “Beaufort Fairmont” brand to provide Test Automation, Training and Consulting.
2014
First employees hired. First recruiting and staffing for clients. Consulting and Training for major client initiatives.
2021
Talent solutions in IT became the major focus for the company.
TODAY
40+ satisfied customers since 2012. Serving customers with talent solutions, consulting, and training across the United States.
Meet the Team
Paul Merrill,
Owner and Operator of Beaufort Fairmont
Since 2008, Paul Merrill has owned and operated Beaufort Fairmont.
Paul is recognized as a thought leader in the software industry - sought after to train teams, consult with technical leaders, and speak on testing and test automation across the US and beyond.
After more than 2 decades in the software development space as a tester, software engineer, and leader, he recruits, consults, and trains with the perspective of one who has worked in the field.
He and his team have placed scores of individuals in numerous companies. He’s identified and refined a proven process for hiring technical talent for his clients
Paul and his team work to learn from every customer to improve the experience of the next customer.
Paul has been trusted by major companies across the US including Kohl’s, Blue Cross Blue Shield, IBM, Becton Dickinson and more than 40 others. The trust large companies have placed in him is great, but he and his team prefer working with established small to mid-size businesses.
Paul and his team are based in Cary, NC.
Why work with us?
We’re committed to your success. Our technical expertise gives you an edge in implementing technical solutions and finding quality talent with less burden.