Firstly let me give you the background into how this post has all come to be. I can't really remember the exact day when I sat down to compile my first set of ratings, and I'm guessing my life was a lot less hectic than it is now!

Looking to those early days, I still remember my racing struggle. Yes, that's right, I've been through it all before as well. Success comes at a price, or at the very least, anything worthwhile should be slightly challenging, or what's the point in starting something in the first place.

One day, I said, 'enough is enough" I needed to dedicate time and effort to get the job done most effectively. The way I wanted my racing to flow daily, I needed to be more organised, simplified, and yet flexible, but most of all, it had to be reliable.

When I look back, I honestly don't know how the hell I managed a full day racing without all the computers and software which I have today. The sheer volume of man-hours I used to put into compiling ratings, looking for selections the hard way through research and form studying, was crazy looking back.

I knew I needed to change my approach; I needed a solid, reliable starting point to quickly lead me in the right direction. This direction had to simply produce my selections for the day and then allow me to move on without really having to be constantly checking and double-checking all the data involved.

When I think about how many websites I used to use, all the excel sheets, all the notes on scraps of paper scattered around my desk. The Racing T.V. channels are on in the background, three monitors powered up, not to mention the electric bill.

Was it worth it? Of course. It may have taken me a lot longer to get to the stage where I was happy with the outcome, but I got there in the end.

I would say persistence with the initial development of the ratings took over, and it actually became a much bigger, better project than I had ever first envisioned. I had technical help along the way, and the Venom Rating team is stronger today than ever before.

One of the best things about it is that my original software designer, who has worked alongside me tirelessly, is still with me today. He was, in fact, one of the very first buyers of my initial system. I actually flew to Switzerland a few years ago to stay with him and his family.

Our database and App developer (Chris) has also been with us for the last 14 years and is still running his side of the software and bringing new dimensions.

Creating my ratings was a way to jump-start my selection making process; I realised very early on that without a starting point other than just form reading straight from the racing post or a few websites, I needed more, much more, in fact.

Having data and software combined at your fingertips that points you in the correct racing directions in seconds is excellent, but having ratings you can rely on to win is far better. Ratings are the heart of my racing core; they are the breakdown of any race; without them, all the features and racing potential would be lost. They give us insight into how we evaluate a horse race in detail. 

I did not set out to become the (BSG) Betting Software Guy; I didn't set out to help others. As indulgent as that sounds, this was long before I had any idea that people out there might actually want my help. 

As I demanded quite a lot from my own racing and the tools I use to get the job done, I figure it's only fair that combining the software and racing knowledge allows us to be at the forefront of racing. By that, I really mean as a team helping you with your racing just as much as we are helping ourselves, and I feel it's only fitting that we keep producing the very best for you.

I like to keep busy; I also love moving forward in terms of technology or development. Especially when it concerns horse racing. Even more so, I love when I'm able to bring something else to the table, which allows my betting and selection making life all that little bit easier.

Our Venom software is an excellent tool for helping the average or professional punters find more winners. All our members over the years can't be wrong; that's the whole basis around what we do. The software allows us to see many different betting opportunities in a whole host of different ways. Those who have used any of my rating software products and use them daily already know this.

Anyone who has used it knows the power and potential in terms of racing flexibility. But you know what?

I like to go to the races; I also like the chance to put some bets on if the mood takes me. One problem I've always had with the software is that I needed to be at home or at least have my laptop at hand to log in and see what racing action might be available today.

As good as a desktop piece of racing kit is, and it really is good. Be that as it may, nowadays, the whole team felt the time was right to move forward. We wanted to reach out to other tech areas. Some people are scared of change, lots of people prefer a life away from technology. However, you can never really escape it on a general day to day basis as it's all around us.

If that's the case, well, why not move with the times and embrace it. Why not allow you, our members, or even potential new members the chance to take the racing tool we use daily with you wherever we go..!

That's right, take it with you… Confused..?