Why do I need Custom Software Development?

First, you should understand the difference between software development and custom software development. Software can refer to web applications, mobile applications, applications developed on cloud platforms, and/or system applications. These are general software tools that any business or individual can use. The browser you are using right now to read this post is a good example of a system application. That is, it can be installed in any computer, laptop along to handheld devices such as smart phones to name a few.

Custom Software Development means developing a customized or unique software tool for a business, government agency or individual professional. This tool cannot be used by anyone else unless the client authorizes the person. Moreover, a custom software application can be developed based on a client’s specific preferences of color, theme along with its target audience. Now let’s just say you are that client. You may a business, government agency, non-profit organization such as educational institutions and medical centers, or an independent professional; won’t you wish you had your own software tools that was just developed just for your cause?

The team at SGS Technologie (SGS) can help you with this. We are a custom software development company headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida with nearly two decades of experience in developing all types of applications for a wide range of clients. This blog has been prepared to explain the advantages of having customized software applications developed for businesses such as yours.

Unique Solution

A third-party application is developed with the general audience in mind. The features of such an application will hence be more generalized. Third party applications for human resource management or for fleet management are good examples of this. They won’t have your company’s logo or the tabs that you require. Customized applications on the other hand are developed with your business or mission in mind. Existing applications can also be customized for this purpose.

Easier Scaling and Adaptation

Your business may expand in the future or you may modify what is offered as product/service. Then a third-party application will be of no use, right? It may not be suitable anymore for your new ventures or strategies. Developing a customized solution that can be scaled to your business processes will be more sensible. Let’s be practical. The objectives, challenges and strategies of your organization are best known to you, right? Then why trust someone else’s idea of a software application. A custom application will be more suitable.

One-Time-Investment

Third party software will require periodical renewal of licenses and/or subscription fees. Though it may appear less in the beginning, repeated costs could prove to be a headache for you in the long run. Think of it…. Reminders to update your license or renew your subscription for a third-party software when you have so many other things on mind? Tailor-made software is the better alternative as it only requires a one-time investment with no licensing costs or subscription fees. Besides, your hardware capabilities are taken into consideration while developing such applications. Hence you need not spend money on additional hardware purchases. which helps to save money and avoid unnecessary purchases of additional hardware.

Independence from the developer

Custom software applications will be your own. You need not depend on the development team or company after the final delivery. Any need for maintenance after this or further enhancements will be entirely your decision. It is certain that you will get all guidelines documented along with the required training sessions on handling the software. This isn’t the case with third-party applications in which you will have to depend on outsiders for every process. Privacy and security are also big concerns.

We hope you got the complete picture on the benefits of custom software development. But there is more that can be done. What about hosting the application? And, a new application will always require guidance for more. Reach out to SGS Technologie through mail/phone or at any of your offices for the perfect solution.