The 6 stages of the software development process

Software development is the process of planning, creating, designing, implementing, testing, deploying, and supporting software. It includes all the computer activities that are involved between the conception to the final manifestation of the software. On the other hand, off-the-shelf software is ready to use right from the very beginning. It is a product developed for the mass-market, which means it is expected to respond to the needs of as many users as posible.

Advantages of custom software development.
Ownership
Custom software, including source code, must be owned by customers. It is controlled by the clients and only they decide what to do with the product.

Value
Custom software is designed to fit into clients' business infrastructure. They could reduce risk, defects, and huge operational costs by developing a custom digital solution. In addition, it provides organization, flexibility, and scalability, which are some of the most common ways to create value.

Functionality
Custom software has functionality to solve a problem for a specific business. The number of functions or the complexity of the system depends on the needs of the customer. They have a control over the development which is very vital to define and get the expected software from the features to the user friendly interface.

Continuous improvement
It is expected that the custom software that has been implemented can be used effectively in the future. Changes and Updates are made according to the characteristics, time, budget and needs defined by the client.

Quality
Custom software development is created for the purpose of "solving a software problem for a specific client". That is why the excellence and extreme quality of this unique solution, tend to mark a technological change in the client's business functions.

Cost
A generic software (off-the-shelf) is usually affordable. But there are might be some hidden costs. For example, extra costs you can pay to implement this software and set it or a rigid system that decreases productivity and profitability. Tailor-made software may be expensive, as the customer gets a unique product. But a competitive advantage that the customer acquires can overvalue a strong investment.

Types of software Solutions
There are many different types of software examples.

Enterprise Software
Software as a service (SaaS)
Custom E-Commerce application
Custom Mobile Application
Content Management System
Custom ERP Projects
Start-ups Project
E-Learning software
Custom Financial Services Projects
Tailored Banks Enterprise Applications
Custom Management Information Systems
Healthcare Specific System
Custom Customer Relationship Management
Custom Cloud-Based Application
Custom Web-Based Systems
IoT Custom Solution
In conclusion, it is clear that custom software has its own advantages and disadvantages. The company should analyze whether it is worth developing a custom software or acquiring a standard system. Our team is ready to help you to discuss your software needs.

Fabrizio Chiera

Co-Founder & Cfo | Goitrise

info@goitrise.com

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