Solution

Custom software: when off-the-shelf tools don't fit

A panel, portal, business application or mobile app: we talk openly about when software built around your processes is the right choice — and when it isn't.

The Need

Does this sound familiar?

The off-the-shelf software you use doesn't fit how you work; you bend your work to fit it.

You work with data spread across several programs and spreadsheets.

License costs grow as your number of users grows.

You want to offer your own portal to customers or dealers.

What is it?

When does custom software make sense?

Custom software is a web application, panel, portal or mobile app built around your processes — from scratch or on top of your existing systems. The source code and ownership stay with you.

It isn't the right answer for every need. For well-solved tasks such as accounting, email or standard e-commerce, off-the-shelf tools are usually faster and cheaper. Custom software makes sense when your process sets you apart from competitors, when a lot of manual work happens between off-the-shelf tools, or when you'll offer your own digital service to customers.

Before deciding, we look together at what your current tools can already solve; if it isn't needed, we don't recommend custom software.

When does it fit?

When is it a good fit?

  • Your processes differ from the industry standard
  • You need a dealer, member or customer portal
  • You need to connect several systems
  • You want to build your own software product (SaaS)

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Services

Which services can be used?

You won't need all of them; we start only with what's relevant to you. Each service can also be taken on its own.

Web Software

Panels, portals and business applications; APIs and integrations.

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Mobile Apps

An iOS and Android app for customers or field teams.

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UI/UX Design

Designing and testing screen flows before development.

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Cloud Solutions

Scalable infrastructure for the software to run on.

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How do we work?

How does the process work?

01

Discovery

We review your processes, users and existing systems and clarify the requirements.

02

Scope and quote

We provide a prioritized scope, a timeline and a fixed-price quote.

03

Phased development

We build the software piece by piece and review each phase with you.

04

Launch and support

We go live and follow the first period together with 3 months of free support.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Scope, user roles and the number of integrations. After discovery we give a fixed-price quote; if the scope changes, we let you know in advance and ask for your approval.
Depending on scope, custom software projects usually take 6–12 weeks. After discovery we share a clear timeline.
Yes. The source code and all digital assets are yours; we hand over full access at the end of the project.
The next step

Let's clarify your project together

Tell us what you need and we'll discuss whether custom software is really necessary; if it is, we'll provide a clear scope and quote.

Custom or Off-the-Shelf Software? Choosing What Fits Your Business | Erofel