Is it time to develop a custom software application? Four steps to make the right decision
There are numerous reasons for developing a custom application that performs specific tasks for an organization. For example, it can be developed entirely from scratch using a new programming language or it can be developed using the existing source code of another similar softwares. Sometimes it is possible to use prebuilt modules, such as 'plug-ins', of off-the-shelf software to suit the needs of a specific organization. Decision: The decision of developing a custom application needs to be carefully thought through and planned. There are usually specific goals or objectives for an organization that require software development efforts. However, before writing that first line of code, one should always prepare a thorough analysis of the problem, the design and the possible solutions, as well as the cost of developing a software. Groundwork: The appropriateness of developing a software is very crucial to its success. In order to determine whether a software should be develope...