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2018-11-08
Enterprise & Scaleups Solutions

5 TIPS ON HOW TO CHOOSE A PROPER SOFTWARE HOUSE

Nuno Barbosa

Despite of more and more software houses are appearing on the world market these days, it still remains challenging for many companies and their Technology Directors (CTO) to find the developer they need.

First of all, there is a lack of knowledge and understanding of the industry, which are necessary to choose an effective software house.Cooperation with a software house can come in handy on many levels. Whether it is creating a product or an application from scratch, or a comprehensive IT processes outsourcing, maybe even a consulting service, all of these are their most common scope of activities. Looking for a proper software house should be approached with great care in order to avoid any unpleasant problems in the future. So, if you don’t know how to find an effective software house, which will help you to develop your own business, check our 5 tips.

1 Define your needs

First of all, you should define your needs precisely. Depending on the size of the project, you may use the services of either a freelancer or a professional software house. However, you should keep it in mind r that a software house is a much more a reliable partner than a freelancer. Though the last may encourage you with attractive prices, they may as well appear to be less resistant to pressure, have a problem with keeping deadlines, and are less likely to have the support of an experienced team. Therefore, such a cooperation may lead to any kinds of problems in the future. Whereas a software house provides you with high quality services and a support for both graphic and UX designers.

2 Check reliability

While looking for the right software house, you’d rather pay attention to the clients it has worked with so far. In case there are at least a few big brands in the portfolio, you may rest assured that you are going to deal with a reliable partner. Additional recommendations and certificates can also positively effect the reliability of such a house.

3 Meet

If you have the opportunity, you should meet with the representatives of the software house, or at least take part in a teleconference. This will allow you to provide your expectations and get to know the other side. You might want as well to note the way the company is prepared for the meeting. In particular, if they understand your needs and really eager to cooperate.

4 Get to know the workshop

You may inquire as what tools and technologies the project team is going to work with. As well as be given certain explanations on their effectiveness. Also you may find it helpful check if you do not have any problems with communication. Responsiveness is a cornerstone of any beneficial collaboration.

5 Familiarize with the team

At the very beginning of a mutual work set clear cooperation rules with a project manager. You can arrange a regular checkpoint to be constantly informed of the running progress. Do not hesitate to ask and submit any of your suggestions. It will make your cooperation proceed harmoniously.

Conclusions

Just stick to these five simple rules and it will allow you to make the right choice of the best software house. Thus you will avoid any problems or unexpected situations that may have a negative impact on your project. Should you have any questions, please, feel free to contact us as we will gladly give a hand in resolving any doubts.

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