Illumisoft Software Development Blog
Why off-the-shelf solutions fall short of your software development project
As a successful business owner, maximizing resources is undoubtedly a top priority. That includes resourcefulness in business solutions. Off-the-shelf solutions might be your most affordable option, but what if there’s nothing on the market that exactly fits your...
Why businesses want software
So you’ve got a pain point in your business, and now you want to know: Can software help you out? Software serves different purposes, depending on your business needs. You might be trying to bring a product to market. Software could function as a service to deliver...
Project complexity: What makes software development complex… and how your developer can make it easier
Project complexity is difficult to define (so get ready for some analogies) If software development was easy, you’d do it yourself, right? You wouldn’t be trying to find a vendor for your next project. But what exactly does project complexity look like in development?...
A strong MVP keeps your developer on task, on budget and on time
Keep it simple and short. Ultimately, that’s what a minimally viable product does. It keeps your software development project on task, which is true no matter what your budget or schedule looks like. Your bottom line should center around creating that MVP. Your...
Project Accountability: How developers should be good stewards of your time and money
Your vendor’s [lack of] accountability sets the stage for a successful software development project. Accountability requires open communication with your developer. It ensures an honest, realistic and goal-driven assessment of your project’s budget and schedule....
Managing Expectations Facilitates Successful Projects
The best kind of project is the one you were expecting, right? One of the best things you can do to tackle a software development project is maintaining a positive, working relationship with your developer. Managing expectations helps both parties envision the same...
The Four Pillars of Software Project Success
Before you pick your software developer for your next technical enterprise, first ask yourself, what is your idea of a successful project? What should your expectations be in looking for a good vendor? Accountability, budget, schedule, and communication are the four...
Increasing the value of your website
Setting up a website is just part of doing business these days, but not having much data or the ability to communicate with visitors leaves a large opportunity to interact with your potential prospects on the table. We have all kinds of tools available that allow us...
Featured In Kansas City Business Journal
KC tech company launches accelerator program for entrepreneurs Kansas City-based Illumisoft started noticing a common pain point with prospective clients who wanted custom software development. Some of them were ill-prepared. They didn't know whether their...
How to Hire a Software Developer Who Will Do the Job Right
Figuring out how to hire a developer or a team of developers that can actually deliver on their promises is one of the most difficult challenges that a business can face. If you're struggling to figure out what things you need to look for and how to actually compare...
How to Compare Software Development Companies
How do I Compare Software Development Companies? There are several important considerations to follow when searching for a software development companies; 1). Find a software development company you can build a business relationship with, 2). Search for a company...
Website Chat Feature is Growing in Usage
If you get around on the web like I do, then you have probably been seeing more, and more websites that have a chat box enabled. You know what I mean.? There might be a little chat icon or something like flashing in the bottom right corner. Or, it could be on the left...
