Kia ora from New Zealand
I'm Scott, the founder of Tandem. My adventure in auction software began in 1995, rewriting the back office system for Cordys Auction House. That initial foray into the auction world was just the beginning.
I spent over a decade helping big businesses move online. This afforded great breadth of experience, getting to work on systems across ecommerce, content management, buyer portals, training tools, and more.
I was drawn back to the auction house industry by the passion that owners had for their businesses. Auction house owners have to wear a lot of hats and were severely under-tooled for the job. Fast forward to 2015, I set out to reimagine auction software for a new era.
With a few anchor customers and a dream, I began building software to tackle core problems that auction houses face every day. One feature at a time, we assembled a full platform to support every part of what it takes to run an auction house.
The onset of COVID-19 was a turning point. With auction houses facing unprecedented challenges, we pivoted quickly to ramp up online bidding capabilities. Within months, we were able to launch our first online auctions.
Our journey has been closely tied with our customers — it's a partnership in every sense. The evolution of Tandem, from online and timed auctions to the integration of real-time audio and video, has been driven by their needs and feedback.
It's not just about building software; it's about enabling businesses to thrive.
Scott Wackrow
Founder of Tandem
Trusted by auction houses across the globe
Revolutionize Auction House Management
At Tandem, our mission is to revolutionize the auction industry by bringing auction houses into the 21st century with cutting-edge technology that simplifies and enhances every aspect of the auction process.
Everything we build is designed to streamline operations, from consignment to final sale, ensuring auction houses can manage their events seamlessly and with greater accuracy.
By integrating back office and online bidding capabilities, we aim to empower auctioneers and managers to conduct auctions more effectively, fostering an environment of trust and reliability.
At the heart of our service is the belief that modern technology should enable auction houses to focus on what they do best — creating exceptional auction experiences for buyers and sellers alike.
Tandem through the years
1997
First bespoke on-premise auction system
2014
First code written on cloud-based system
2015
First customers live with auctions
2017
Launched integrated buyer portal with online catalogue
2020
Launched online bidding for live and timed auctions
2021
Launched low latency webcast streaming
“Why the name Tandem?”
Ever wondered why we chose the name “Tandem” for our auction management platform?
The word “tandem” means two things working together in harmony. That's exactly what our software does – it marries backend administration with front-end auctioning capabilities.
Like a tandem bicycle where two riders work together to move forward, our platform syncs with auction houses, forming a true partnership.
In short, our goal is to make sure that together, we keep the wheels of your auction business turning smoothly, in perfect tandem.