Strategy

While custom software applications never last forever, there are things you can do to ensure you get the most value out of them.

By now your company’s budget planning cycle is in full swing and your IT budget is starting to shape up. However, have you included a planned 2023 budget for your existing software platforms?

While MercuryWorks specializes in custom software development, we realize that sometimes it makes more sense to buy a needed software component for your product than building your own. How should you decide which way to go? While not a thorough treatise, here are some dimensions to consider.

How to identify a development partner who will deliver an application that’s worth your time and investment.

Since the Agile methodology was originally created (back in the early 2000’s) some things have changed. Every team does Agile just a little different from one another. Here we outline the core principles that support our entire Agile approach.

There are countless articles and blogs around the topic of Product Owner, but considering its contemporary nature, there is also a lot of confusion around who and what a Product professional really is. In a sea of opinions, the sake of this note is to summarize why MercuryWorks champions the Product role.

Looking to update or create an app for your company? You don’t have to be a developer to understand the benefits of progressive web apps and how they can offer significant savings to your organization.

Engaging in a software development plan with your potential future development partner can help set the stage for a successful application and is the perfect first step in a potential long-term relationship.

Data privacy has become increasingly important in software development. Between consumer rights and data breaches, managing customer information appropriately is essential to business success. Ignoring data privacy laws can cost your business money, time, reputation, and more.

We build mission-critical apps for businesses, but not every business needs a custom application. Here’s how to tell if you should build or buy company software.