At VSG we offer bespoke software development services that help you simplify your business operations. We understand that every client has to overcome different business challenges, which is why our services are customizable and tailor-made to live up to your requirements. Our code adheres to the best practices in software development.
We are experts in database management systems, mobile applications, web applications, and enterprise complex solutions, to name a few.
Why Choose Us
- Our software development consulting services boast a client-centric approach and offer robust solutions
- Our team has expertise in software development, design, and testing
- We use rigorous testing techniques to ensure the final product is ready to use
- We are ready to align according to the specificity of the project so that your business needs and expectations are met
- Our software development company uses the best resources and provides top-quality custom software solutions at competitive prices
- We offer strong partnerships and collaboration so you can complete your business objectives
- High-quality software guaranteed
Dedicated Teams
Our team is skilled. We can assure you that each member has the necessary competencies to carry out the tasks they are handed.
They are high-performing, always focused on delivering satisfactory results. Thanks to our development team, you can speed up the process and address the skill gaps in your team.
Team Augmentation
We have a team of talented and experienced developers and testers, including software engineers, mobile developers, front-end and back-end developers, testing engineers, software developers, DevOps engineers, and more. They deliver technology consulting and full-lifecycle management.
What Are the Steps in Software Development Lifecycle?
Planning Software Solutions
The first stage is planning. It involves gathering all the relevant information from the customer to determine the main parameters of the custom software development project.
This enables us to provide individual solutions instead of a one-size-fits-all approach. The more information we get, the better we can perform.
During this phase, we can:
- Evaluate the impact new software introduction can have on business processes
- Elicit business concerns
- Figure out the major technical and functional software requirements
- Write a list of software integrations and features
- Define major milestones for the project
- Document the entire development process
For commercial software products, we also:
- Evaluate the target audience and come up with a product concept
- Analyse competition (product efficiencies, customer feedback, pricing and monetization models, product features, etc.)
- Find out any obstacles that could hinder the development process, such as regulatory barriers
- Define product differentiation and how it can stand out from competitors’ products
Designing
Designing involves creating a good structure for the software that meets your individual requirements and specifications. It makes sense that the interface is as user-friendly as possible so that everyone can use it in a cinch. Next, we have to determine and document software needs.
Here are some additional steps we take:
- Define integration points, technologies, and app architecture
- Define key user scenarios, outline personas, and create user journey maps
- Create clickable prototypes and wireframes
- Create a ready-to-use UI kit for developers which has buttons, icons, fonts, colors, etc.
- Create a kit with ready-to-use specifications, animations, and assets
- Prepare design concept (we can use simple themes or we can create a more sophisticated UI design if that will enhance product differentiation in a competitive market)
Building
This is the step where code is written using the desired programming language and methodologies. It is important that the code is clean and efficient.
Quality Assurance Testing
Once the code is written, the entire system has to be evaluated and defects fixed. Our QA testers employ different testing techniques, one of which is functional testing. It’s the first step of the process, actually, and it makes sure that the software meets the basic requirements. All modules and fixtures should work as intended.
The next step is to test the scalability and performance of the software under various workloads and conditions.
Then we have to ensure the program is compatible with an array of operating systems, devices, and platforms. This means we have to check if it fits different screen resolutions, mobile devices, and web browsers.
Another important step is security testing. All software is vulnerable to unauthorised access and threats. Our job is to prevent potential vulnerabilities by embracing secure coding practices.
Of course, the only way to ensure the code is up to par is to test it for security issues. This involves security audits, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing, the purpose of which is to find potential threats.
Once the security aspect of the job has been analysed, we are not finished. We still need to assess the overall user experience because it’s as important as other features of the software. So, we test the navigation and user interface.
When this step is over, we go back and test previously evaluated features just to make sure that all these changes did not cause any issues or bugs.
Deployment
This is the part where the software is made available to users. We check it for deployment issues, if any. User acceptance testing (UAT) is provided. We then establish software monitoring processes and assign new responsibilities for application support to our team.
Maintenance
Once we hand over the finalised development service project, we provide continuous support. Our development team ensures that the software systems operate smoothly at all times.
We perform bug fixes as necessary, provide regular updates, and introduce feature enhancements to minimise downtime and protect your system from security breaches. You can expect to get monitoring, development, and technical support.
If necessary, we can transfer the project to your in-house vendors or IT team. We will also provide the final report and ask you to confirm the closure of the project. This is the last step of our software development lifecycle.
Other Custom Software Development Services
We offer full-cycle development services, from business analysis to development service and post-launch maintenance. Here is what else we have up our sleeves.
Software consulting
We plan custom software development solutions based on your business needs and requirements.
Cloud application development
We create secure, scalable, and portable cloud applications. We can also help you to migrate applications directly to the cloud.
Legacy software modernization
Our developers can redesign and enhance any existing software your business already has. The purpose is to provide custom solutions with minimal disruption to your workflows, all while optimising the code.
Software support and maintenance
We not only support and maintain your software but also deliver new features and integrations, provide updates, and monitor performance. Any issues that may arise along the way will be resolved in a speedy fashion.
Enterprise software development
The custom software solutions that we provide are capable of withstanding higher loads and allowing your business to grow.
Front-end development
Our development teams create customised, user-friendly platforms that ensure great user experience.
Back-end development
We also work on that part of the software which you can’t normally see on the interface. It focuses on servers, databases, and architecture. The purpose of the back-end is to ensure the website or application works as intended.
Web application development
Our software developer crew can plan and build responsive web applications that are optimised for scalability and better performance.
How We Ensure Successful Project Delivery
Our development teams go above and beyond to achieve the goals and costs we agree upon. Thanks to our project management and development practices, we ensure that uncertainties are few and easily addressed.
Software quality control
Quality assurance measures are taken at every stage of the process.
Scoping
During software development, we ensure scope creep control through feasibility assessment activities.
Collaboration
Communication is key during the entire process, that’s why we use strategic communication forms and a special collaboration model.
Risk management
We assess the risk factors associated with software development and the particular project we have at hand. We then employ risk mitigation activities that positively affect your business processes.
Change management
Our quality management system ensures that we not only do a fantastic job but also handle changes more effectively via a change request management process.
Cost estimation
Our application development services are cost-effective. We provide samples of our costs upfront to ensure cost predictability. We make sure to optimise our practices to lower the cost.
Documentation of software applications
We follow the best practices when it comes to software documentation. All documents are prepared in accordance with the requirement specifications. This lets us create the overall system architecture as well as technology stack.
Reporting
We use specialised tools for reporting and progress tracking. KPIs are employed to assess cooperation efficiency.
What Plays into the Cost of Software Development Services
Here is what will influence the cost of your software development services:
- The scale of the software projects (number and complexity of the features required)
- The number of user roles
- Application type (is it a mobile, desktop or web application?)
- The number of OS versions and platforms supported
- The number of integrations with third-party systems
- The complexity of your UI design
- Scalability requirements
- Performance and security
- Application availability
- Latent capacity
- Are there any special features required?
The best way to find out how much your software will cost is to get in touch with us and submit your inquiries.
Custom Software Development Services FAQs
What are custom software development services?
Customised software development services help you to plan, build, test, and manage software across different platforms and operating systems.
This includes customer software development, mobile application development, QA testing, prototyping, cloud computing, maintenance, system integration, web application development, artificial intelligence, cyber security, software architecture, user experience and design, IT consulting, and support services.
What is the difference between IT services and software services?
Software services deal with creating and customising software applications, while IT services involve the management and maintenance of existing software. A company offering custom software development services will be able to provide both.
What is a software services company?
A software development company focuses on building software products. It may also involve UI/UX design and QA testing.
What do software development companies do?
Software development companies perform a wide range of services, spanning from custom software development and web development to application software, cloud consulting, design, quality assurance, and system integration, among other things.
What is the difference between web development and software development?
Web development focuses on appearance and function. It uses coding languages like CSS and HTML and is classified as front-end development. The applications designed with this technique run on web browsers.
On the other hand, software development involves the creation of programs and applications using programming languages like Ruby and JavaScript. It can employ both front-end and back-end techniques.
What is the most important step while developing custom software?
While all steps are important, the most important one is making sure we understand customer goals, needs, and desired outcomes in their entirety.
For this reason, we need to do thorough research ahead of time by collecting information from you. We write down detailed requirements and user expectations so we can establish the scope of the job more accurately. This is how we ensure that the final product aligns with your business needs.
What to expect from a software development services company?
You can expect that the custom software development company will offer tailored solutions. They should have technical expertise and a friendly approach.
Ideally, the company should have on-board development teams, quality assurance specialists, project managers, and expert software developers who partner with you to better understand your business needs and requirements.
The software development services company has to communicate with you frequently, stick with its project timelines, and follow the best practices on the market. They should also provide ongoing maintenance and support.
How can software development benefit my business?
Software development is beneficial to businesses in that it can improve efficiency, automate some processes, enhance the customer experience, ensure better decision-making via data analysis, and support business growth.
A lot of businesses opt for enterprise software development services in lieu of in-house development because the former gives them access to more industry expertise at a fraction of the price.
Not only that, but it dramatically shortens the time needed to perform all these tasks. All in all, it can save you lots of headaches, time, and money.
Choosing the ideal software development services firm is not easy and requires careful research. Remember that the contractor will be your partner for a few months, if not years.
What are the preferred technologies for developing software?
There are a host of technologies that a software development services company can use to create high-quality software, such as MySQL, Oracle, PHP, Java, .net, Node.js, Angular, React, etc.
What are the latest trends and technologies in software development?
Among the most recent trends in software development are Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, Cloud-based solutions, Blockchain, Big data, Augmented Reality, Machine Learning, Internet of Things (IoT) development, Low-code development, etc.
How do you secure client’s data?
As a professional service provider, we do our best to encrypt and corrupt data to protect your confidential information. We can assure you we follow the best practices for data security currently available in the industry. Our software solutions are robust.
How is the ownership of the developed application decided?
This is usually agreed upon during the initial phases of the project so that there is no confusion or misunderstanding. The complete ownership of the code is granted to you, the client. You also get all intellectual property rights and other rights related to the project.
What are the software development project costs?
Ask your service provider for a free quote if you want to find out how much you have to pay for outsourcing software development services.
What are API development services?
API development services aim to cover the entire software development life cycle, from design to coding, QA testing, deployment, and maintenance. It enables integration between different platforms, frameworks, and programming languages.
Is software engineering the same as software development?
Software engineers have to consider all software components and other components of a project so it meets the company's requirements. By contrast, software developers try to solve more specific software solutions. It can be concluded that software developers are a subset of software engineers.
What is cloud computing?
This is the on-demand delivery of system resources such as databases, servers, software, data storage, etc. The resource sharing part makes it possible for cloud computing to reach more users across the globe. If one organisation has access to a cloud, then this is a private cloud. However, if multiple companies have access to said cloud, then it is classified as public.
