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Critical Mistakes to Avoid When Selecting a Software Development Partner Choosing the right software development partner is one of the most important decisions a business can make when investing in custom software. A strong development partner can be the difference between a successful product launch and a costly failure. Unfortunately, many businesses fall into traps that lead to subpar results. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the most critical

In 2017, as founders of a newly formed company, we made the strategic decision to move to Birmingham, AL. There are quite a few reasons why Sigao moved to Birmingham, but one primary reason stood out above the rest. A seed planted in the wrong soil isn’t going to grow, no matter how well you take care of it. For Sigao to grow, we needed a place where the community’s

Custom Software vs Off-the-Shelf  Deciding between custom software and off-the-shelf solutions is a critical choice for businesses of all sizes. While off-the-shelf software offers convenience and lower upfront costs, it often lacks the flexibility to fully meet unique business requirements. On the other hand, custom software is tailored to your specific needs, providing a competitive edge but at a higher initial investment. In this article, we’ll break down the key

As veterans of the custom software industry, our team has encountered countless questions about the creation of custom software solutions. However, few questions are as difficult to answer as the very first one. “Do I need custom software?” Software is wildly complex, both from an engineering perspective, as well as a business value perspective. Today’s applications can touch so many aspects of an organization that accurately gauging the investment can

As providers of software development services, we encounter clients from a wide variety of backgrounds and industries.  All companies, from startups to mega corporations, have business problems that can be solved with technology solutions.  However, software development is a wildly complex skillset that is often made less comprehensible by ever-evolving jargon and practitioners who are only familiar with talking amongst other practitioners. This leads to a massive knowledge imbalance between