What is a Custom Software

Software particularly designed for typical users or specific organizations is a custom software. In other words creating special software that accommodates specific customer needs. Having wonderful UI (User Interface) and specific API (Application Programming Interface) make custom software a user friendly experience presenting a wider range of capabilities and versatilities.

Some benefits of costume software over off the shelf solutions 

• Security

By using a custom software your data is far more secure than using off the shelf solutions since you are a smaller target for attackers and not many of them are interested in breaking into your information. In fact the majority of off the shelf solution providers are dealing with hundreds of attacks everyday.

• Data accessibility

Fetching new info can be breathtaking and take a long time but it’s much easier and faster when you use a custom software. As an example monthly or weekly reports are hard to achieve using free frameworks but when you opt for custom apps you can easily fetch your data with our extended CMS particularly designed based on your requirements.

• Automated repetitive tasks

Repetitive tasks are boring and time consuming and custom apps can ease the processes by both moving data automatically and managing workflows which includes sending the projects or workflows to the next phase so you don’t have to manually transfer the projects or email your boss each time you are heading for other phases. 

• Upgrades and maintenance

Despite free web development frameworks like wordpress you don’t have to worry about update status or maintenance issues. These two could be automatically done with our experts help and according to our own schedule. In fact you can always upgrade your features and modify them at your will.

• Competence 

Using free common software downloaded from the internet makes no room for innovation and efficiency against your rivals.With custom apps you can enjoy prime advantages fitting your business leading you towards success overcoming your rivals.

Take a moment to explore how custom software can help improve productivity and revenue in your business or organization. HitechSense can guide you through easy steps to your custom software development making it easy to make your choice.

Web application (Web app)

A Web application (Web app) is an application program that is stored on a remote server and delivered over the Internet through a browser interface. Web services are Web apps by definition and many, although not all, websites contain Web apps. According to Web.AppStorm editor Jarel Remick, any website component that performs some function for the user qualifies as a Web app

Web applications can be designed for a wide variety of uses and can be used by anyone; from an organization to an individual for numerous reasons. Commonly used Web applications can include webmail, online calculators, or e-commerce shops. Some Web apps can be only accessed by a specific browser; however, most are available no matter the browser.

How Web applications work

Web applications do not need to be downloaded since they are accessed through a network. Users can access a Web application through a web browser such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or Safari.

For a web app to operate, it needs a Web server, application server, and a database. Web servers manage the requests that come from a client, while the application server completes the requested task. A database can be used to store any needed information.

Web applications typically have short development cycles and can be made with small development teams. Most Web apps are written in JavaScript, HTML5, or Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Client-side programming typically utilizes these languages, which help build an applications front-end. Server-side programming is done to create the scripts a Web app will use. Languages such as Python, Java, and Ruby are commonly used in server-side programming.

Benefits

Web applications have many different uses, and with those uses, comes many potential benefits. Some common benefits of Web apps include:

• Allowing multiple users access to the same version of an application.
• Web apps don’t need to be installed.
• Web apps can be accessed through various platforms such as a desktop, laptop, or mobile.
• Can be accessed through multiple browsers.

Web Application vs. other application types

Within the mobile computing sector, Web apps are sometimes contrasted with native apps, which are applications that are developed specifically for a particular platform or device and installed on that device. However, the two are not mutually exclusive. Native applications are applications typically downloaded and made specifically for the type of device it is downloaded on. Native apps can commonly make use of the device-specific hardware, such as a GPS or camera on a mobile native app.

Programs that combine the two approaches are sometimes referred to as hybrid applications. Hybrid apps work similar to a Web app but are installed to the device as a native app would be. Hybrid apps can also take advantage of device-specific resources by using internal APIs. Downloaded native apps can sometimes operate offline; however, hybrid apps don’t have this functionality. A hybrid app will typically share similar navigation elements are a Web app since they are based on Web apps.

A software particularly developed for Mobile phones is called a mobile web app or mobile application. Mobile phones are handy and user friendly and due to widespread use of mobiles and tablets, creating mobile apps and mobile web apps which are mobile friendly versions of a website are very common these days. Mobile apps are consisted of utilities , entertainment , sports , navigation apps and almost anything we can imagine. 

Mobile apps are generally divided into 

Native application

These are the apps specifically developed for every gadget including smart phones. For instance, “Find iPhone” is a native app on your iPhone but as a matter of fact every single app on your phone is a native app which only works on that operating system.

Hybrid application

Hybrid apps are a combination of both native and web-based apps. The purpose of developing such apps was getting closer to Platformless apps. Even the process of development is faster and much easier in Hybrid apps. 

Web apps

A web based app is generally coded with HTML , CSS , Java-Script or jQuery which certainly needs an internet connection too. Every web app requires a browser for running . A mobile web app according to your phone uses Safari or any other browser designed for that corporation. But generally Google Chrome is the most secure and reliable browser. Some other nice browsers for mobile web apps  are Mozilla Firefox and Opera.

What is Software as a Service?

 Software as a service (SaaS) is a method of software delivery that allows data to be accessed from any device with an Internet connection and web browser. In another way, applications are hosted remotely by a service provider and they are easily available to customers over a network.

You can pay a yearly or monthly subscription to rent the software instead of purchasing it. SaaS can provide significant advantages in the business environment. Not only the integration of cloud computing increases but also it could lead to huge gains. Here are some benefits of the SaaS model.

• Cost: SaaS can save your money. The cost of purchase/installation will be decreased and also the costs of maintenance and upgrades will be eliminated as well. SaaS applications can be easily downloaded and maintained, instead of spending large amounts of money on hardware installations. SaaS is useful for small businesses because it provides access to expensive, high-powered software that might have been unavailable through conventional purchasing methods.

• Time: SaaS can save your time too. For SaaS applications, installation is as simple as connecting on the net and log-in also the time of maintenance and IT department are shifted onto the vendor itself.

• Compatibility: By software as a service, new updates happen automatically and alsosubscribers can simply use upgraded services, therefore you save your time and money.

Software as a Service has lots of advantages and like other applications, it has disadvantages too. If it’s used right, it can help your business save money, time and human resources. It is important to thoroughly research and get some advice and then take action.