Mobile Software Development Is Growing Rapidly
There’s an increasing demand for Mobile Software Development as the use of smartphones has become the status quo in society.
Mobile searches are increasing daily with very well-enhanced gadgets in the market. Google is in the process of developing a mobile-specific SEO due to such an increase in mobile inquiries from consumers.
Intelligent phones have, over time, evolved from just a means of communication to even greater personal assistants. So now, reaching out to your most desired client is within arm’s reach. More than 50% of online shopping in the US is done through mobile devices. Thus, most of the software nowadays must be mobile-responsive.
Why You Need to Develop Mobile Software
That’s why building a web app without a mobile in mind is a huge mistake, not only because it will cost you a fortune to create an entirely new mobile app based on the web app, but it will also make things much harder and more complicated.
The mistake is made by companies who buy or build software that doesn’t have mobile in mind. Companies suffer When real situations come, and the software needs to go to phones. When making any custom or proprietary software, it is wise to build with APIs and have the ability to go to phones in mind. Additionally, such software can scale.
However, if you don’t develop with mobile in mind, you must build entirely new software to do the same thing your new web application is doing.
Many companies make rushed decisions and pick the cheaper software solution that doesn’t include APIs that are later easily upgradable and turned into mobile software. Thus, look at your options carefully for future and long-term solutions.
Some additional advantages are competitive advantages, increased productivity, improved user experience, and increased engagement. If you and your competitor need to go mobile, you will have scalable software with the correct API. You will invest a lot less time and money to hit the market.
Final Thoughts
Each company is trying to outsmart its competitors in a world where consumers are moving from desktop to mobile. It is wise always to do what’s best for your company long-term. When building software, you must keep mobile in your mind. Since it will save you lots of time and money when moving to mobile. It can be your competitive advantage or disadvantage! Mobile is the future; you must include it in your plans and software development projects.
Here at Grata, you can trust us to build software with mobile development in mind so your company can keep up with modern trends. Contact us today for all of your software development needs.
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Rey Ortega
I'm a passionate creator of technologies for businesses. After years of leading software teams & delivering products to market, I founded Grata Software, a software consultancy, that helps businesses innovate and build disruptive products on cloud platforms. At Grata, I am the CEO & Head Solutions Architect.
