Factors to Consider While Hiring Android App Development Company

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Things to Consider While Selecting The Right Android App Development Company


The Android Advantage The smartphone landscape is populated with a myriad of operating systems. But in terms of a sheer number of users, Android comes out on top. •

With nearly 80% of the smartphone market in its grasp, Android is clearly the most popular OS platform. This advantage coupled with the open source nature of Android presents itself as a strong platform for companies to develop apps. Businesses across industries are investing to this end. However, the challenge arises with the lack of in-house skills required to develop an Android app from scratch. Businesses resort to outsourcing the project to Android app development companies. But how do you know which is the best company for your business? …


Getting to Know Your App The primary stage of the selection process is a matter of introspection. This is where you need to define the nature of your app. •

Enterprise applications cater to varying degrees of business needs, from apps to boost office productivity to apps that are capable of handling data analysis. The purpose of the app defines the extent of the functionality and eventually the end result of the app. The selection process is greatly affected by this as you need the right Android development company. For example, if you need an app that solely focuses on the database management, you will need to choose an android application development company that excels at it.


Domain Knowledge and Expertise •

Research is a driving factor when your choosing to outsource your project to an Android application development company. This stage entails the investigating and exploring of previous projects executed by the various prospective Android application development companies. One of the most effective research methodologies involves the testing of previously developed apps. This gives you an insight into the style and area of expertise. Client testimonials are another good source of information on an Android app development company’s experience.


Workflow Design and Communication •

The presence of a comprehensive workflow design is a critical factor in the app development cycle. Apart from Android application developers, a robust workflow design requires the involvement of other professionals as well — designers, project managers, and post-deployment executives among others. Another decisive factor in the development phase is the maintenance of a clear channel of communication. Having a robust communication channel enables you to be intimately involved in the applications latest progress and iterations that need to be executed. A planned workflow design and proper communication are imperative to achieve the desired end results.


Development Approach •

Every project requires a development model that is customized to be in tune with the unique requirements of the project. A ‘one size fits all’ approach may prove to be detrimental to the health of the project. The results could be a delay in market deployment and effort duplication among other things.


Costing and Budget •

The budget is arguably the most important factors for any business planning an Android mobile app development. That being said, the development fees charged by an Android app development company does not guarantee the desired results. The best practice here would be to determine the budget requirements of your application and strike a balance between expertise and cost of Android app development.


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