01.Negotiations
We start off with an interview that helps us understand your project
idea, determine the user needs and business objectives the future app should fulfill.
the client
Main purpose and functionality of the app, additional
features.
Preferred platforms, technologies, programming languages, device
parameters, etc.
The developer
Identifies client's needs.
Prioritises functions and features of the app.
Creates a formalised description of client’s requirements.
02.Feature Map
At this stage, we create a Feature Map, which sets project boundaries,
functional specification, features and system constraints. We prioritise the implementation of the
app functionality, which enables us to achieve the best results at minimum costs. Then we identify
additional functions that will be implemented in the course of project development. A Feature Map is
used throughout the development cycle for project evaluation, development scheduling and
establishing goals.
The developer
Formalises specifications and presents them as a Feature Map.
the client
Gives feedback on whether the Feature Map complies with his/her
expectations.
Suggests additional functionality that has not been specified
during the initial interview.
03.Analysis
At this stage, we research your competitors and analyse existing IT
solutions. As a result, we create a detailed functional specification for the app, set out time
frames, evaluate the cost of work and issue the contract.
The developer
Creates a software requirement specification (SRS).
Sets the deadline and evaluates development costs.
Issue the contract.
the client
Gives feedback on the specification.
Signs the contract.
04.Architecture
At the beginning, we create user personas, write user stories and
develop application logic. Then we describe future iterations of the application development,
evaluate the number of potential users and determine top-priority and low-priority features for
software implementation. We invest our time and effort into quality assurance management and
scalability of the product. Finally, we create a clickable mockup.
The developer
A black and white clickable mockup of the app.
Two design concepts in colour, each includes two or three main
screens.
the client
Mockup testing.
Feedback on the mockup functionality - does it meet the
expectations?
Questions and comments concerning its operation.
Approval of the design concept.
05.UI/UX
Next, we proceed to UI design/UX tests: implement all the features
listed in the specification, define how the app will operate and how users will interact with it (in
the context of all the personas from the collection of user scenarios), and define the buttons and
functionality to be put on each screen.
The developer
Conducts target audience research.
Defines user interaction scenarios.
Designs screen templates and functionality for each screen.
Creates a graphic map of the screen interaction.
the client
Confirms functional allocation on the graphic map.
Gives feedback on user scenarios and the graphic map.
06.Design
The wireframe of the graphic interface is fleshed out and extended by
means of visual design. We design each screen of the future app in detail: main and additional
screens, buttons, icons, tips, pop-ups and so on. We thoroughly test every interface solution that
is created at this stage for usability. We use the result of these tests to improve the interface
design.
The developer
Clickable prototype with all the screens and designs made in
colour and detail with clickable buttons and fully integrated screens.
the client
Design approval and feedback.
07.First Version of the app or
an MVP
At this stage we write the code for the application. Our programmers
build the first fully operational version of the product, (sometimes it’s an MVP). After we have
conducted numerous manual and automated tests, we make modifications and, as a result, deliver the
first version of the app or system to the client. We upload web apps and systems to a cloud
hosting/server, iOS mobile apps to Apple Developer Account / Test Flight and Android apps to Google
Developer Account / Test Flight.
The developer
Delivers the 1st version of the software (or MVP).
the client
Gives feedback on the performance and functionality of the app or
system.
08.App Store/Google Play Release
or Deployment on a Client's Server
For mobile apps: Apple or Google experts run final performance tests.
After the modifications (if needed), are introduced, the application is available for download in
the App Store/Google Play and can be run by ordinary users.
The developer
Designs a fully operational application.
Delivers the app to the client.
the client
Gives feedback on the performance and functionality of the app or
system.
The platform
Makes the app available for download from the App Store/Google
Play.
For desktop apps: final tests are run by the client.
09.Post Launch Support
Based on the client’s suggestions for app functionality, we release
updates to maximise the value of the application. We implement additional functionality, based on
the Feature Map, providing more and more valuable features to users.
