Custom Software Development Process And 7 Mistakes To Avoid

The growing pace of digitization is uplifting almost all businesses and enterprises. Software development companies thrive on bringing new applications as and when users need them. It is a company that understands the user’s requirements and directs development companies to create applications that meet the user’s needs. It is not easy to complete and requires talented, experienced developers, testers, project managers, planners to work on the entire project.

Custom software development process

Planning

Development planning is the first step in the software development process. Now imagine if an application is developed without proper planning and recognition of the need, what would be the outcome of the project. It wouldn’t turn out exactly as planned, and it wouldn’t meet the users’ criteria at all.

Communication

Most software development companies make the mistake of not communicating with stakeholders and developing the entire project foundation during the first discussion that both parties have.  This should be avoided because clients require changes during development and may require adding features, changing details in the project at any moment. This drives the pace of discussions and fewer changes during the development process.

Quality

Another mistake most software development companies make is ignoring quality assurance requirements. Software development is a critical task and involves a number of processes and steps that need to be completed. Also, before launching the project, the application must pass quality control so that users can enjoy the best-in-class software application during the usage process.

UI/UX

Most of the software and mobile applications are developed based on the taste, choice and needs of the users. Now consider developing an app without thinking about design, color, selection, ease of use and other important elements that increase app usage. At most, users may use the app once and then ditch it forever. Software development companies need to take special measures to build apps based on great UI/UX.

Outsourcing without project managers

Most businesses outsource their software application projects. This helps them in various ways like cost effective option, they can use the most talented and experienced developers, all development challenges are handled by them and others. When businesses fail to comply with this issue, both parties face challenges in developing a software application. Even in the case of outsourcing a development project, it is advisable to have a dedicated project manager assigned to the project.

Going for customization

Most businesses are eager to make a quick buck by simply customizing an existing software application rather than developing the application from scratch. This is one of the biggest mistakes they make. They often forget that rapid technological advancements, trends and technologies cannot be accommodated in old and traditional application setups. Anything that is latest needs a current platform, talented developers, technologies like IoT, Cloud, AI to build a healthy software application.

Marketing and promotion

Now that the app is developed and ready to launch, the business would welcome a larger audience to rush the app. However, there may be a possibility that users may not be aware of any such app coming into the market. Many businesses often think that their app itself is the answer to all challenges and that users would love to use it.

Conclusion

Both business and software development companies can overcome challenges and avoid mistakes by easily learning from others and through market insights. It’s best to be smart and proactive when developing software applications.