Choosing the Right Software Development Partner: Guidelines

Demand inevitably sparks supply in today's digital landscape - and the software development world thrives on this principle. As various sectors, from education to commerce and healthcare, evolve into digital realms, the primary challenge isn't locating a specialist. There's a plethora of options catering to diverse tastes and budgets. The quest for clients with visionary ideas is to discern and select a credible, proficient software development partner. One that not only aligns with their vision but exceeds their expectations.

Drawing from my extensive journey as a CSO and a deep understanding of the industry's intricacies, I'm keen to impart some indispensable advice. Here are a few guidelines to ensure you strike gold when looking for a premier software development company!

# 1. Company's Profile

Explore the company's capabilities, the activities' nature, the projects' scalability, and how comprehensively they familiarize customers with covered industries. There must be a  distinct allocation of the main areas of expertise and a description of the usual workflow. Pay attention to the company's profile on social networks like LinkedIn, where you may find a brief description of the covered fields, staff presentation, and its relevance.

# 2. Covered Industries

Investigate the site and company’s offers to have a clear image of what areas are their strong sides. If you know what you need, you will be more likely to prefer an experienced software-developing company aware of the peculiarities and trends of the required industry. When looking for a developer of a FinTech app, try to pick mature developers to minimize probable risks over newcomers more prone to inexperience-related failures.

# 3. Portfolio

Every reputable software developing company shares its achievements on the site.  Before collaboration, it is advisable to study published cases in the portfolio to find similar scope, budget, and functionality. Suppose you need a project on a turnkey basis. Hiring a company that specializes only in the Front end is not reasonable.

But there is another side of the coin. Suppose you require software development with minimal functionality and tech support and have a big budget. In that case, paying attention to companies with similar soft-developing experience but smaller budgets is a good idea. There is a high probability that they may implement your ideas and meet expectations concerning speed and quality.

When familiarizing yourself with presented cases, your primary task is to pay attention to the details (time spent, covered needs, functionality-related revenue increment, processes automation, etc.) to understand whether they involve their potential 100%. In any case, every situation is individual, and discussing it is recommended. It will not be superfluous to consider the testimonials of real customers who own actively used software at their disposal developed as a result of cooperation.

# 4. Self-Management and Consistency

You may define whether the company is worth your attention after the first contact with its representative. Several practical tips may help determine if the company suits you.

• During the first call, a salesperson should not impose their assistance. Initial contact is an acquaintance where both sides try to understand whether their requirements match the expected results. Do not be afraid that the salesperson may be unaware of the technical side of software development (not their competence) and may appoint a mutual call with a technical specialist to immerse into the process from a professional point of view. Forcing customers to buy their services may play a nasty trick on a company, presenting it as a 'hungry hunter' ready to take on any job.
• The second call must be more nuanced, with the active participation of technical specialists who showcase the company's potential. It is the right time to discuss the development process, initial phase, budget, etc. After the call, the customer must be sure that the company is trustworthy and follows deadlines. The crucial point is the presence of the discovery phase to clarify clients' requirements and expectations and define timeframes and budgets to their realization. In addition, setting the right goals, estimating the work scope, and required budget is essential to avoid pitfalls and drawbacks halfway through product development.
• The third call must be client-oriented. The company can scarcely grasp all the pivot points, details, and demands within several calls. Suppose the contact person does not display an interest in expected outcomes, specific wishes, and other standards but, simultaneously, essential matters. In that case, there is a high probability of getting a template product instead of a unique one.

During several calls, it becomes clear whether the company is an expert, has enough experience to handle your project, and knows how to overcome flaws.

Final Thought

The right choice of professional software development company is a path to success. Do not jump to conclusions. Come to the selection seriously and responsibly, paying attention that a 100% customer satisfaction rate is a bit of a doubtful number that indicates the unreadiness of the company to face challenges. You may try cooperating with Yojji, which ensures a personalized and well-rounded approach to every project!