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We craft cutting-edge innovative products and provide services in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning using Deep learning techniques. Our goal is to assist clients with Data-Driven Decisions and Artificial Intelligence to transform their businesses and make them achieve high...
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- IoT
- AI Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Active Logic is a premium custom software development agency with 100% US-based software engineers. We locally staff our offices with Senior Software Developers and we strive to deliver exceptional digital products through active communication and collaboration with our clients...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IoT
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
TESCHGlobal (TG) is an award winning, globally recognized, professional services and product development organization. We build quality software applications utilizing advanced programming languages and frameworks to deploy easy-to-use and cost-effective solutions for startups to Fortune 5 organizations...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Grafton, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
MistyWest exists to create novel technologies that enable a healthier planet and bring prosperity to all humankind. We do this by helping companies who are bringing intelligent and connected devices to market which advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals meet and exceed their product development goals...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- IoT
- AI Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $240/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
As a one-stop shop for IT services, we help our clients build and run effective, high-performance software solutions, fit to their business, regardless of scale. Proven work in industries such as Finance, Healthcare, Logistics, Media, Professional services, Social care and NGO, Engineering, and Commerce...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- IoT
- Digital Services
- IT Services
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- Location
- Oradea, Romania
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Leader of AI consulting, product development and salesforce ecosystem...
Top Services:
- Wearables
- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Synoptek is a leading global systems integrator, AWS consultant firm, and managed IT services provider with over two decades of experience. We partner with clients of all sizes, from mid-market to Fortune 100, offering comprehensive IT outsourcing, management, and consulting services. Our goal is to provide...
Top Services:
- Cybersecurity
- DevOps Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
At 10Pearls, we have an inclusive and collaborative work culture that inspires innovation, drives excellence, and unlocks a team member’s true potential through focused development, shared mission and a sense of community. We value our team as our greatest asset and we ensure everyone is respected...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- IoT
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- Location
- Vienna, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
AI-First Development for Web, Mobile & AI Solutions | Reduce Cost, Time & Engineering Effort by Up to 80%...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 18 Projects Listed
We deliver Mobile Apps, Streaming, IoT Solutions & AI automation for SMEs...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Poznan, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $48/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Every customer and every project is a new challenge, requiring complex services and solutions.Lexunit committed itself years ago to develop innovative digital solutions that create unique values and can be successfully applied in any industry.As a highly qualified team with outstanding engineering...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- IoT
- Cloud Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We are a product design consultancy located in the south of England who focus on discovering exceptional solutions and generating value through innovation...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- IoT
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- Location
- Hove, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Programming and electronics design for Internet-connected devices.We are a team of experienced and highly qualified engineers who design and build applications for embedded platforms...
Top Services:
- IoT
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Mobile App Development
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Poznan, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
KR. Laboratories is ukrainian information technology research labs, which providing comprehensive IT solutions and services. We research, consult, develop, optimize, protect and maintain IT infrastructure: servers, computers, workstations, electronic resources, operating systems...
Top Services:
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- WordPress Website Design
- IoT
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Konverge has been a trusted technology partner for over 31 years, delivering innovative and scalable digital solutions. Our expertise spans Custom Software Development, Mobile Applications, API Development, Web Applications, Business Analysis, Product Development, and UI/UX Design...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- IoT
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At iBaseIT, we provide custom software development services for enterprises in the USA, UK...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IoT
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Our talented team of developers, UI/UX designers, and project managers is dedicated to transforming your business needs into efficient, scalable software solutions. Based in Lithuania, we specialize in web and mobile applications, SaaS platforms, and AI automation, delivering robust, user-friendly p...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Kaunas, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Illuminz is a creative consultancy that has carved a niche in the innovative segment of app and website development. Collaboration with innovative thinkers and industry leaders and offering them turnkey solutions to develop life-altering digital products is what we do on a daily basis. All the way from...
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- IoT
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
PROFESSIONAL PRODUCT DELIVERY IS OUR EVERYDAY LIFEFrom the beginning of the R&D process to the successful release of the end product, we help our customers to create more than just solutions, but also a value that their clients appreciate...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Product Design
- IT Services
- IoT
- Wearables
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- Location
- Gdansk, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
A ‘Preferred Technology Partner’ of choice for leading ISVs, enterprises and industrial organizations, we craft and deliver software solutions using latest digital technologies to accelerate digital transformation in our customer’s digital journeys...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IoT
- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
LinkSture Technologies PVT LTD
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.At LinkSture, we first focus on clients and their necessities. We are a group of like-minded creative thinkers who deliver exceptional digital solutions. Our creations in WordPress, Magento, Shopify, mobile application transform your brand into growth. With over 12+ years of experience, we’ve helped...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Devlane is your trusted nearshore partner for scaling smarter and faster. We connect U.S. companies, from startups to Fortune 500 brands, with top tech talent from Latin America , building teams that seamlessly integrate into your business...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Big Data Analytics
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Thinklayer is a niche provider in Analytics space. We have offices in India and USA...
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- Software Development
- IoT
- AI Development
- IT Services
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We help startups and enterprises to drive digital engineering initiatives by helping them provide a rich, seamless experience to their customers across digital channels resulting in higher engagement, efficiency, and profitability...
Top Services:
- Software Testing
- Software Development
- IoT
- Wearables
- BPO
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- Location
- Allen, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
Engineering customer-centric solutions through trusted relationships & technology that bridge the legacy of the past with the landscape of the future...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- Software Testing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Aware Innovations gives you the power and visibility to make intelligent decisions by providing improved process, supply chain and asset visibility through innovative and modern solutions. This enables automated data collection, analysis, and notification; giving you the flexibility and knowledge required to...
Top Services:
- IoT
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Location
- West Carrollton, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
The brink of success is never quite what you expect. But here we are. One more step and your vision is in reach. Let Goodbeast guide you to strategic, creative, and experiential success...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Viyu Network Solutions brings together comprehensive IT products, managed services, professional services, cloud services and solutions in the Dallas, Texas area, as well as serving customers nationwide...
Top Services:
- Cloud Consulting
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IoT
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- Location
- Richardson, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Iotasol is the best business process automation company in Ohio, that offer Custom Software Development, Website Development, Mobile App Development for Android And IOS and Business process automation Services...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ludhiana, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
365 iT SOLUTIONS is one of Canada’s first Canadian federally certified CyberSecure Canada organizations.Our complimentary data breach scan will look at the Darkweb to investigate if they are compromised.365 iT SOLUTIONS is Toronto’s fastest growing leader in Managed IT Services, Tech Support...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Logiksavvy Solutions is a Nationally Certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) with 20+ years of experience in enterprise technology and business solutions...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Location
- Greensboro, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
PsiBorg is a thriving IoT Solutions company focused on building Full stack IoT products , taking care of all the hardware and software needs for the clients, and being No. 1 among industrial IoT solution provider in India...
Top Services:
- IoT
- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Rishabh Software is a full-service custom software development company with 20 + years of experience building enterprise solutions for global clients...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
- DevOps Consulting
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Vadodara, India
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
Designveloper is a leading software development company in Vietnam, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City. Our mission is to help startups and enterprises transform ideas into real, impactful products...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $26/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Stfalcon has been developing custom web services and mobile apps with an AI-powered team. Our projects have included MeinfernBus and Ecolines (coach operators in Europe), Nova Post (the top private parcel delivery service in Ukraine), 112 (an emergency response service similar to 911 in the USA)...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- DevOps Consulting
- IoT
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We aim to drive innovation and best practices in project management by providing the right knowledge and skillsets needed for individuals and businesses to manage better IT implementation projects...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- HR Outsourcing
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- BPO
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
AG Grace is dedicated to developing our nation’s future by protecting our critical resources and infrastructure offering a full range of services that improve our client’s ability to provide security, management, and assurance. We provide efficient cost-effective services and solutions to our customers...
Top Services:
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Frederick, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We provide data, cloud, product, and quality engineering services for enterprises that need to transform with predictability. We partner with our customers on high-priority, high-visibility projects where failure is not an option. And we only work with customers who want a partner that is invested in the same...
Top Services:
- Big Data Analytics
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- IoT
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- Location
- Stratford, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Edlution Pte Ltd is a company that provides a wide range of e-commerce and IT consultation services for companies and creates software to help owners have better control and storage with their company. Based in Singapore, we have been delivering customized software options to take enterprises to greater...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
Lineo provides services of product design, mechanical and electricalengineering for electronic products...
Top Services:
- Wearables
- IoT
- Product Design
- Location
- Timișoara, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Our mission is to make a lasting difference in the world through the application of technology, thought leadership, and community partnerships...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IoT
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- Location
- Omaha, Nebraska
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Novumlogic is a creative agency that has provided services in mobile app development with native or cross-platform app development experience and in web app development since 2015...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Vadodara, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
nFocal Inc. is a professional services company that works with our clients internal product development teams, both large and small, to deliver products to market, on time and on budget...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IoT
- Location
- Rochester, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are a technology-driven software house that provides high-quality web and mobile applicationsThe wide experience of our team enables to operate successfully in various areas, such as eHealth, telecom, logistic, fintech, IoT, work with AI, and others. We can create a digital product from scratch or...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Lodz, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Expeed Software is a software development company that assists organizations in modernizing, integrating, and optimizing existing systems and processes in order to deliver exceptional user experiences. Our major competency is on software application development. We have been working with top MNCs and Fortune...
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- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- DevOps Consulting
- IT Services
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Worthington, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Intelliarts is an Eastern European technology consulting and software engineering partner that specializes in building full-cycle data-driven and ML-powered solutions. With our talented team and proven expertise, we're committed to helping businesses worldwide expand their digital transformation initiatives...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- IoT
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
Top Website and Mobile application Development Company in India...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Helping Businesses Streamline Systems | Increasing Productivity & Profitability | Passionate About Driving Innovation...
Top Services:
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- Software Development
- Business Consulting
- IoT
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- Location
- Milford, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Foresight Mobile is a UK mobile app developer based in Manchester, with offices in Birmingham and London. We specialise in Flutter, React Native, and native iOS / Android, including on-device AI with Gemini Nano and Apple Intelligence. 50+ apps shipped since 2017...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Services
- IT Services
- AI Development
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Dedicated Software Teams for Upscaling Business Ideas...
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- Software Development
- IoT
- Staff Augmentation
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Chișinău, Moldova
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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IoT Development Company FAQs
What is an IoT (Internet of Things) development company?
An IoT development company is a specialized company that provides custom solutions, devices, applications, and software underlined by IoT technology.
This technology enables businesses to control their connected devices remotely while improving their security, efficiency, and productivity through better monitoring and automation.
How does an IoT agency help businesses build connected products?
An IoT agency helps businesses build connected products by guiding them through the entire development process, from strategy and design to hardware selection, IoT software development, data integration, and security implementation.
It builds IoT systems, software, and hardware to help businesses solve digital challenges and explore new revenue streams. IoT solution providers also integrate these systems into existing IT environments and provide continuous maintenance and support to businesses.
Which industries benefit the most from IoT development services?
Manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, retail, energy, and transportation industries benefit the most from IoT development services. They use IoT for predictive maintenance, real-time monitoring, process automation, and enhancing customer experiences.
Smart cities, telecom, and financial services also take advantage of IoT for connected infrastructure, network management, and security. Overall, sectors with asset-heavy operations or high data demands benefit the most through improved efficiency, cost savings, and better service delivery.
What are the top-rated IoT development companies on DesignRush in 2025?
Top-rated IoT development companies on DesignRush in 2025 are the following:
What core and specialized IoT services do these companies provide?
IoT companies provide the following services:
- Technology audit
- IoT consulting
- IoT app development
- Third-party integration
- Hardware development
- IoT modernization
- Data analytics
- Quality assurance (QA) testing
- Maintenance and support
Other services that IoT development companies provide include
- Cloud computing
- Edge computing
- Machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI)
- IoT networking
- IoT gateways
- Connectivity management
What’s the cost range for IoT development in 2025?
IoT development companies charge $5,500 on average for IoT prototyping. A minimum viable product (MVP) can cost between $30,000 and $50,000, with a finished project running up to millions of dollars.
The significant variation in pricing stems from the fact that rates are predominantly influenced by the project's complexity, scale, and timeline.
How quickly can an IoT development company deliver a prototype or solution?
An IoT development company can typically deliver a prototype in 4-12 weeks, depending on complexity, available hardware, and required integrations. Simple proof-of-concepts (like basic sensor-to-app connectivity) may be ready in a month.
A full production-ready solution often takes 3-9 months, depending on custom hardware design, security requirements, regulatory compliance, and scaling needs.
What should you look for when selecting an IoT development partner?
When selecting an IoT development partner, look for the following:
- Proven IoT experience
- Solid hardware and software integration knowledge
- Familiarity with security and compliance
- Expertise in cloud and scalability
- Cross-industry insights
What warning signs indicate that a potential IoT development company may not be the right fit?
A potential IoT development company may not be the best fit if it shows some of the following warning signs:
- Absence of case studies
- Outdated tools and technologies
- Lack of robust security protocols
- Frequent reports of downtime, hacks, and compliance issues
- Vendor lock-ins
- Poor collaboration skills
- High employee turnover rate
What key questions should you ask before hiring an IoT development company?
Before hiring an IoT development company, ask the following questions:
- Have you worked with similar companies, industries, or projects before?
- Can you walk me through your IoT development process?
- What technologies, programming languages, and platforms do you use to build an IoT system?
- What are your systems for securing data collected on IoT devices? How do you ensure legal and ethical compliance?
- What security protocols do you have to safeguard against security breaches and potential cyber-attacks?
- How much do your services cost? Do you charge per hour, per month, per result, or a flat fee?
- What is my estimated project timeline?
- How will you integrate the IoT solution with my current tech stack?
How does IoT development differ from standard software or embedded systems projects?
IoT development integrates hardware, connectivity, and cloud systems, requiring expertise in sensors, communication protocols, and real-time data handling. Traditional software focuses mainly on apps or servers without managing physical devices.
Unlike embedded systems, IoT extends beyond standalone device logic by enabling internet connectivity, remote updates, and large-scale data analytics. It emphasizes scalability and security, while embedded projects usually focus on localized, device-specific functionality.
What platforms and frameworks do top IoT agencies use?
IoT agencies use the following platforms and frameworks:
- Cloud IoT platforms: AWS IoT, Azure IoT, Google Cloud IoT, IBM Watson IoT, Oracle IoT Cloud
- Industrial/IIoT platforms: Siemens MindSphere, ThingWorx, Cumulocity IoT, Arm Pelion
- Open-source frameworks: DeviceHive, Mainflux, Thinger.io, Kaa IoT, Zetta, Eclipse IoT
- Embedded firmware and RTOS: Mongoose OS, Apache Mynewt, RT-Thread
- Data and messaging tools: Apache IoTDB, Apache Kafka
- Prototyping and visual tools: Node-RED, Arduino, PlatformIO, ThingSpeak
How legitimate is the FAQs?
Our goal is to equip businesses and agencies with practical and accurate information, which is why we partnered with Chike Agbai, founder and CEO of Azumo, a leading IoT company. He provided his technical expertise on the qualities to look for when selecting a development partner.
Chike Agbai spent nearly two decades as an investment banker on Wall Street, where he advised leading software companies such as Oracle, Salesforce, and Dell on high-stake transactions, before founding Azumo in 2016. Under his leadership, Azumo has grown into a multi-million-dollar business, creating software solutions for global brands like Meta, Discovery, and Zynga, as well as high-growth startups.