iOS Developers are in Demand

Drew CrawfordNews

MacWorld has published an article discussing how difficult it is to hire qualified iOS developers: “We’re 100 people, but we have work for 130 people. We just don’t have those extra 30 bodies,” Michaels says. He adds that salaries for experienced iPhone developers “just keep going up. Our year-over-year salaries are up almost 20 percent.” iOS development is a demand … Read More

The Peace of Mind of Fixed Quote Projects

Drew CrawfordNews

There are two types of software contracting arrangements.  One is called “Time & Materials”, which means that you’re paying for the developer’s time.  The other type is called “Fixed Quote” or “Fixed Bid”, which means you’re paying for a project. According to the Standish Report, 71% of software projects are challenged or fail completely, and the average budget overrun for … Read More

How much does an iPhone app cost? Part III

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In Part I, we introduced the different types of applications.  In Part II, we introduced the development team and gave some rough figures for how much each component costs.  Now, we’re going to play with the numbers. It should cost much less! Sometimes it does.  Certain applications may simply not need certain components.  Coke or McDonalds may not need a … Read More

How much does an iPhone app cost? Part II

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In Part I, we explored the different types of applications.  Once you have identified the type of application and the complexity of your project, it’s time to meet some of the people who will bring your app to life! Development Any iPhone or iPad app is going to involve developers, people who write the software code.  Depending on the firm, these … Read More

Five Myths about Outsourcing iPhone App Development

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When you select a developer for your iPhone or iPad app, you’re making the most important decision about your project’s future.  The right partner will make or break your project.  Whether you’re a Fortune 500 firm developing an enterprise app, an entrepreneur chasing the dream, or a startup looking to grow your user base, you want a product that you … Read More