The challenge of developing software applications

There are many types of applications and, as a result, development teams with different expertise also exist. For instance, hybrid apps, dynamic apps, Web apps, social widgets, trade site apps and the list goes on. In the same way, the world of applications is characterized by technological changes very frequently. We help you bridge the gaps and find the best software house for your specific project.

Benefits for you:

• A database of software teams that have passed our supervision and are available for work.
• Adapting the technology of the application to the software house and/or development team.
• Maximize the existing budget, especially in the initial stages.
• Accurate definition of the needs of the company.
• Comparison of quotes and analysis of discrepancies between them (including small print so as not to be surprised).
• Accompanying negotiations with the development team in order to get the most out of the budget.

Finding the right development team

Engaging with a development team for an app is a long-term commitment (a “Catholic wedding”) and it's important to get it right because the team has a huge impact on the success of the venture. We play a dual role here - both allowing you to make the right choice and - very importantly - doing all the steps of this Sisyphean process for you. In short, get everything ready to get you to Signature Status when you know everything is tested and ready to launch.

Benefits for you:

1. We analyze your needs both in the short and long term.
2. Performs an overview of app development teams for you, including from our repository.
3. Conducting technical expectations coordination to obtain a relevant quote.
4. Explain to you the quotes that are received and reflect the differences between them.
5. Preparing you for the signing.

Preserving your source code and assets

One of the important aspects to take care of when choosing a development team is keeping the source code in the hands of the client. This is to allow you to master the code to the extent that you want to move on or move to another team. Regardless of one or another external factor.

Benefits for you:

• You will have an up-to-date copy of the source code throughout development.
• Regardless of the development team for any reason (for example, switching suppliers in the future).
• Control of the quality of the code and the quality of the resulting product.

Build a work plan in front of the development team

theExperience shows that often even after signing with the development team, the needs and desires of the client may not be sufficiently understood by the technological people. When building applications, things are even more pronounced because it is one of the areas where technologies change very frequently.

A work plan is the most effective solution and this is where we come into the picture. We specialize in building work plans for successful apps that see the enterprise in both the initial and advanced stages as the activity grows and takes off. Including with reference to technological changes in a timely manner.

Benefits for you:

• Coordinating expectations leads to success.
• A work plan that corresponds to the product/service and its objectives.
• Technical test that the technology of the application can be used by you even in the future as the scope of activity increases.
• Full accompaniment regarding the execution of the actual work plan.
• Drafting a work plan that is structured for both the entrepreneur and the technological team.

Work control and milestones

The work in front of the application development team is ongoing and requires control and supervision. Many customers will find it difficult to carry out this control on their own and need a technological accompaniment to stand between them and their developers. A kind of professional “construction inspector” who will make sure everything is going as planned. Our service includes this control at each and every one of the milestones.

Benefits for you:

• Control against milestones, including summarizing the transition between critical stages in the development process.
• Identify points that require updating the work plan in accordance with the defined goals.

Development budget management

Developing software applications requires high resources and it is important that the customer knows how to prepare for and deal with expenses. Including in terms of extracting the maximum from the budget in accordance with the stages of development, preventing excesses. Our job is to help you strictly manage the development budget for the application in accordance with the actual planning and execution, and from the experience we have accumulated over years.

Benefits for you:

• Maintaining a development budget framework that will make it possible to fulfill the goals of the company.
• Get the most out of your budget every step of the way.
• A minimum of excesses and a minimum of surprises - important.
• Hybrid management of the budget (what to leave at home and what to spend out).
• Shortening profit schedules to increase the budget and prove a business model.

Types of development teams for apps.

There are different technologies for applications and, as a result, there are also development teams with different areas of specialization. However, given the high competition in the industry, many development teams also submit bids for projects that are not exactly their professional field. That is, they hope to “grab the project” and do not really offer the customer added value. Our job is to locate you a development team that fits your project specifically like a glove. Both in terms of technological expertise and in terms of any other relevant parameter that we will define as availability, budget, seniority, experience, past customers, etc.

Key app types:

• Hybrid app - THE PREFERRED CHOICE THAT INCORPORATES OTHER DEVELOPMENT OF BOTH IOS AND ANDROID, AND IN SOME CASES EVEN WEB.
• Native-app - Separate development for iPhone and Android with advantage in the use of phone features.
• WEB APP - The option that will usually be cheaper due to making a website available in an app store.

Alternative for development teams

How many developers do you need? A team of 3-4 programmers or one tight developer? A software house that only develops applications or a software house that also knows how to work with additional systems such as servers? Israeli programmers or application programmers from abroad (very popular and accessible field)? Don't worry, we will help you choose the right team from all the alternatives you have.

Possible types of teams for app development:

• App development team only - A small, focused team that specializes in developing software applications but often cannot provide complementary solutions such as servers, support systems, CRM systems, etc.
• Home Software General - A software house that also specializes in applications and additional systems. The quality of the application will often be lower than a dedicated development team but there are many advantages in the complementary knowledge.
• Freelancer - A single, close-knit programmer that gives the best quality in development but may have availability challenges.
• Overseas Development Team - A very accessible option in the field of application development because you can get very high quality in relation to the cost. Especially if the work plan and characterization are fully closed.

Long-term thinking

Long-term thinking is critical in app development as it is an area where technologies change at a dizzying pace, so much so that almost every few years considerable parts of the product have to be redeveloped. It is therefore important to select development teams that not only do what is assigned to them but are also able to see ahead. This is to minimize the need for repeated developments later on.

For example, the development of an application that will already allow expansion to millions of users in about a year, without having to develop from scratch due to the lack of technological foundations. Our job is to make sure that things are actually carried out that way.

Benefits for you:

• Reducing the chance of unnecessary developments and thinking in advance about the long term.
• Using modular technologies that know how to grow with the application.
• Maximum utilization of the budget while looking ahead.
• Maintaining user experience for a long time.

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