During the evaluation process of the tools for mobile app development, there are several options to consider based on the specifics of your company. These considerations include:
1. Costs
Like many other aspects of a business, evaluating the cost of application development is a necessary part of the planning phase. Many aspects of building an app can be expensive; however, choosing the right cloud service can help keep costs down.
2. Lifecycle Management
Work on an app doesn’t end when the code is finished. Developers must also host, test, maintain, deploy and analyze the app over its useful lifecycle. Furthermore, efficient storage and handling of data is also required.
3. Security
Security is certainly an important aspect of application development. Additionally, auditability and governance should also be considered. This means that before choosing to use the cloud, developers must ensure that the app will comply to any restrictions in place with regards to the data involved.
4. Applications
A firm understanding of the different types of apps and what each kind brings to the table is vital. Moreover, before jumping into building an app, a developer needs to know what kind of app they’re creating before they figure out which tools are needed for the build.
5. Delivery
This includes taking availability, performance and scalability into to account. Developers must have a grasp on these elements in order to be successful.
Continue reading for 3 more factors to consider when choosing a mobile application development tool.