The health and social crisis and the lockdowns are a game-changer and, at a time when a growing number of consumers are using online services, many companies and start-ups can no longer afford without a mobile app. This can be set up quickly, even without development skills, by bringing in a freelance application developer.
The trend is global: Consumers are increasingly turning to information on the Internet to learn about products and services, and to order online purchases. The crisis has accelerated mobile use. The monthly time spent on mobile applications increased by 25% in the third quarter of this year (although without containment), compared to last year. And more than ever, so at the time of the re-containment imposed by the Covid health crisis, this trend has every reason to strengthen further, with, this time, an increased use of click and collect (or in online purchase, collection in store).
How do I find an application developer?
The month of December should see an upsurge in activity on mobile applications for Christmas shopping. For many companies, an application is a growth lever that has become essential, because it does not lose significant market share compared to the competition. You don’t need to have development skills yourself to launch your application: a freelance service platform for companies like Fiverr allows you to quickly find an application developer. Many professionals offer their freelance services to set up tools adapted to their digital strategy. According to the needs and objectives of the company, they adapt it to the public who will download the application.
More than 4 million applications are already available on the store, in addition to those distributed by other means. To stand out from the crowd, and to be better than the competition, technical knowledge is essential, in order to offer a design, features and ergonomics that will be adopted by users.
An application, once deployed, must be maintained on a regular basis, and possibly enriched with new functionality, sometimes at the request of customers. For a start-up or a company, working hand in hand with a reactive and available application developer is essential to develop its notoriety, keep its customers, and acquire new ones. This is the key to a successful digital strategy, in this pivotal period for many French start-ups and small and medium-sized companies.
Other solutions to develop your mobile application
Freelancers in mobile application creation have often started working in an agency, where they have cut their teeth. If he does not master all aspects of the project, particularly in terms of artistic creation, the freelancer can call on his network of freelancers to support him. In the end, these services are cheaper than that of a specialized agency, another reliable way to develop your application. To see according to its budget.
The more intrepid, wishing to save money, can also turn to free application creation software. They allow the development of e-commerce applications and the creation of content applications. But some of these app builders may be limited when it comes to professional use. This is why it is necessary to take the time to look at them one by one, to choose the most suitable.