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Designli
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Designli builds mobile apps, web apps, and SaaS platforms in React Native for clients like Michelin, Hearst, and Goodwill, with 200+ product launches. Its development team uses AI-empowered engineering. The software development agency is best for businesses needing a dedicated, full-time product team...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
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Designli Reviews & Testimonials
Mobile App Development Review from John Laporte
Designli helped us define the requirements, features, and user experience for an app for our motorcycle organization. They produced technical documentation and a clickable prototype covering navigation, member tools, and safety features. They were responsive, delivered on time every time, and turned our broad concepts into something people could actually click through. The prototype got our stakeholders aligned, earned internal approval, and set us up for engineering, and working out design questions early should save us rework later.
Mobile App Development Review from Brandi Heffner
Designli built our SaaS product from scratch, using AI to speed up development, with AWS and Cloudflare in the stack, and they also handle our hosting and maintenance. We had a working MVP in just 30 days and have kept adding features since. In the first 60 days they went beyond what we expected, largely because they took the time to really learn our business and our market. Coordination through Basecamp and Google Meet has kept everything organized.
Mobile App Development Review from Thomas Simmons
Designli took over app development and marketing for our driving school, with the goal of building a product we could eventually offer to other schools. Within two and a half months, the app was up and running in our own school. Their project management is excellent, and they push back constructively, thinking through what we actually need instead of building every request as-is.
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When enterprise clients need scalable custom platforms, Plego builds web, mobile, and AI solutions using React, Node.js, Python, and .Net. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Chicago, the firm has delivered software for Apple TV+, NBCUniversal, Google, Fitbit, and Berkshire Hathaway across eCommerce, ERP...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $105/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
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Plego Reviews & Testimonials
Web Development Review from Undisclosed
Plego team is extremely knowledgeable and helpful, it is a delight to work with them. If you’re in search of a reliable, innovative company, look no further than Plego. They took the time to understand our specific needs and provided a tailor-made solution that greatly improved our website. We highly recommend this business.
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Software Development Review from Theodore Patestos
We’ve worked with Saad and his team for close to a year now. They’ve been diligent throughout the process, responsive and communicative. They came in mid-stream to save the project from another development team that didn’t live up to their commitments. I would highly recommend Plego to any company looking to see things move forward on a stalled project or looking for a team that will jump in and start to get things done.
Web Development Review from Tyler Tomlinson
Saad and his team were a great group of people to work with. Our scenario was probably unique to this group, and they tackled the project with a full head of steam and with no hesitation. It has been a pleasure working alongside his team.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsEmpowering Businesses with Custom App and Software Solutions
iQlance is a leading web &mobile app development company with a strong presence in Dallas, USA. With extensive experience in crafting and deploying innovative mobile applications and software, we focus on creating customer-centric product designs that deliver seamless user experience...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 21 Projects Listed
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iQlance Solutions Reviews & Testimonials
Mobile App Development Review from Dubie Bacino
iQlance was a great team to work with. They were able to meet our timeline. They are great at technology, they know what they are doing. It has been a great experience overall. I highly recommend iQlance to the people looking for overseas company. They can handle things professionally, meet the deadlines and understand requirements. I actually got a chance to visit iQlance team in person; their knowledge of technology and their personalities were great. Thank you iQlance for the hardwork, we look forward to work with you on our next project.
Project Management Review from Darcy McQuaid
The work IQ Lance has done for us has been absolutely phenomenal, meeting all deadlines with exceptional quality. Over the past year and a half, the collaboration with Crunal and IQ Lance has been outstanding. They were brought on board as our technical partner to handle the development side of our projects. Throughout this period, they have met all their deadlines, and the staff has been extremely friendly. The quality of the final product has been exactly as we envisioned and desired. Crunal, specifically as our project manager, has gone above and beyond. He has been incredible, acting as a translator between our business objectives and the technical team at IQ Lance. His efforts have been crucial in ensuring that our goals are clearly communicated and effectively implemented. What I appreciate the most about IQ Lance is their ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work. The staff's friendliness and Crunal's exceptional project management skills have been invaluable to our success.
Mobile App Development Review from Norman Knauer
Working with iQlance was a great experience, from designing the solution through the development stages and rolling it out, iQlance delivered a top-of-class experience and product.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsWe engineer permanent advantages. Elite software architecture for global enterprise.
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Top Services:
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Digital Strategy
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 39 Projects Listed
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We build apps for the future!
Nimble App Genie is a fintech software and app development agency dedicated to catalyzing creative concepts into groundbreaking solutions...
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- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- Wearables
- Software Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
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Nimble AppGenie Reviews & Testimonials
Mobile App Development Review from kaswa choudhary
Nimble AppGenie works very hard and Best App Development Company in USA.They are a good company to work with.
Mobile App Development Review from Mary Lucas
Nimble AppGenie works very hard to deliver and meet your expectations. If you provide them with the guidance and information they need to execute, your project will be successful. They are a good company to work with.
Reez Deez's Review Sourced from Google
Quality developers, if you're looking for development for mobile applications these are the people to go with. They are overseas but they will give you double the quality at half the price an American company will give you if you are a startup! American start up companies charge you double and outsourcevthe work to lower quality people. You will not be disappointed with these guys here. The attention to detail and your needs are superior to American companies that outsource just to make a few bucks off of you.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsEverything is possible with tech!
VND is a software and IT company in San Antonio, Texas, specializing in creating efficient tech solutions like web dashboards, mobile apps, and private clouds, and offering advanced services in managed IT, cybersecurity, data-center operations, cloud virtualization and AI implementations...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
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VND Reviews & Testimonials
Arturo Reyes's Review Sourced from Google
VND was incredibly helpful. From our very first interaction, their professionalism and experience were evident. We are especially pleased with the product and the significant improvement it has made in our productivity.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsAward-Winning AI Consultancy & Custom Software Development Company In UK & USA
Geeks Ltd is an award-winning AI consultancy and custom software development company. With 18+ years of experience and 1,500+ projects delivered, we help business leaders in Transport & Logistics, Construction, Manufacturing, Energy, Education, and Government harness AI to improve efficiency...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
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Geeks Reviews & Testimonials
alan smith's Review Sourced from Google
Geeks have been working on our project for over a year and we are entering phase two.The experience has been quite intense and one a small business can struggle to keep on top of and invest as much effort as would be ideal.Geeks and their team have been incredible with the extra support our business has needed and because of this, we are entering phase two with positive excitement.Keep up the great work GeeksAlan
stuart beard's Review Sourced from Google
We recently worked with Geeks to do a scoping workshops/Solution Design for the development of a application for streamlining our reporting and surveying processes.The process from opening meeting to final wireframing was seamless. The knowledge and approach of the Business Analysts and the whole team were excellent, they listened, advised and offered thoughtful suggestions for improvements.The end specification for the application met and in many ways exceeded my expectations.Professional, friendly and smart. Great experience
Bradley Ebsworth-Willis's Review Sourced from Google
We recently completed a solution design project with Geeks, and I can not speak highly enough about the service we received. Geeks really are experts are making the complex appear (relatively) simple. Through a thorough and detailed solution design process, we created a prototype product that met all of our requirements. Geeks focus on producing visual representations of the product you are seeking - which is a far more efficient and helpful way of solution designing (as opposed to a written specification). Thank you very much for your support once again and I look forward to working together again in the future! Bradley (Associate Director)
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsWhere Technology Meets Creativity
TechnBrains is a software development and IT staff augmentation company building production-ready software and scale teams with pre-vetted developers...
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- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
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Technbrains Reviews & Testimonials
Randa Bedair's Review Sourced from Google
I will share my experience with Technbrains aka Koder Labs a year out from their service.I hired this company in May 2024 to Develop a two sided market app for my business. They worked off of a feature and product list I created and brought from another developer. They claimed they can complete this within three months and make sure it is scalable and viable for growth.I will say that the team itself was very organized and structured initially, and they had great communication. I had a great relationship with two of the members of their team. I ended my business with coder once they were near completion and I asked for a quote for two final Features that were important for my app, which included a background check API integration, and a stripe payment integration. They quoted me over $10,000 for these two features which I felt was too high. I received much lower quotes when I shopped around with other developers. But this is not even half of the issue.Soon after I found a tech cofounder to join forces with me. The app was not set up correctly in the backend, and we have allowed several developers to check out our servers and backend to which they have all said the same thing. The backend is a mess and some developers refused to even touch it because it was so confusing. My notifications have been wonky since I left them last year. We just found the root of the cause is the way they set up the sqs to 50 minutes Instead of 50 seconds. This has caused an expensive and ongoing issue for the last eight months. In addition to this they name so many folders do not delete. They also used fire base and a WS, which are too conflicting back in servers. The entire set up of my app is unnecessarily complicated. And has been a constant expensive fix for me. there were many features that are hardcoded, which were not necessary. Which means I cannot change very very simple things in the app, especially when they were using flutter flow to develop the app. I do not recommend this company to anyone. It is clear that they purposely made the app to be complicated, so that no other developer would want to touch it and I would end up back with them. To top it off, there were some very, very sloppy mistakes at the end of our business when they knew I would be leaving them due to the expensive quote. It seemed as they were in a hurry to finish off with me, so they made less time to properly ensure the app was in a good standing. On top of all this, when I made them aware of these issues, they would never accept any kind of accountability. If you want a good quality app, I would recommend you spend a little more on something that is worth it. In the end you will end up paying far more For fixing stupid unnecessary mistakes for months or even years after it has been developed.I also want to know that none of the employees are actually stationed here in the US. They are ALL offshore workers.In addition to that, look at all of their reviewers who gave them five stars. They are all fake accounts with only one review, which is just for TechNBrains.
Paul Brown's Review Sourced from Google
I was looking for a mobile app development company in Dallas and came across. TechnBrains. Glad I did. They didn't just kept things clear and steady from the start. The team was easy to work with. answered question quickly and actually paid attention to the little things that matter. The app works well and looks clear. No complaints it all.
Walter Brewer's Review Sourced from Google
We went with TechnBrains for app development in Dallas. They stayed schedule communicate clearly and delivered what we asked for without drama. Solid experience overall.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsBuild. Grow. Automate.
9MILLS helps businesses build, automate, and grow through custom software development, AI automation, web and mobile apps, and performance-driven growth systems designed to improve efficiency, visibility, and business results...
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- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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9mills Reviews & Testimonials
Web Development Review from CJ Simmons
We needed one team that could turn HammerLoop from an idea into a working product and then help us grow it, and 9Mills has been exactly that. They built our bilingual web app and iOS and Android apps, where construction workers set up a profile in minutes and get matched to jobs by trade, location and pay. We don't have to manage separate vendors for product, development, hosting and marketing, because 9Mills handles all of it and thinks like a product owner. What I like best is that they treat HammerLoop like their own product. They don't just build what we ask for, they question it, bring better options and explain why. Everything has been on time and delivered as planned, and with more than 2,500 workers on the platform and our Austin launch coming up, we have a partner who understands the product as well as we do. My advice to other founders: bring them in as a partner, not just a development shop.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsBuilding future-proof software
We deliver transformative technologies to some of the worlds most recognized brands. We work with the top performance management vendors including OneStream, Angular, Ionic, Azure, React, Oracle to automate and optimize your business processes, and make your work simpler and more efficient...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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From Conceptualization To Deployment
Top-tier AI development company providing innovative AI software development services and application solutions for enterprise level automation...
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- Software Development
- Location
- Grapevine, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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Challenge Creates Change
We are an IT solution consulting company dedicated to solving business challenges through a holistic approach. We deep-dive into customer problems to create customized digital and physical solutions for businesses to optimize operations and drive growth...
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- IT Services
- AI Development
- Software Development
- CRM Consulting
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
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Award-winning custom software dev & web design
SPARK provides custom software, web design, and digital marketing services that move your business forward...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
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SPARK Business Works Reviews & Testimonials
Justin Mattson's Review Sourced from Google
We have had a great experience with the SPARK team. They have helped us with a fresh website, updated content strategy and assists with our digital advertising. Always been a great team to work with!
Chenoweth Acct's Review Sourced from Google
I have been very pleased in our partnership with SPARK ever since making the switch over to have them host our website. They are very responsive, quick to accomplish tasks, and always sure to follow up to make sure work is being done to our liking. With our most recent project of revamping pages on our site, they did a great job taking our exact ideas and making them come to life. Every employee I have had the pleasure to work with thus far has been very pleasant and great at what they do. I would certainly recommend SPARK for your digital marketing needs!
Brad Littell's Review Sourced from Google
SPARK Business Works was a game changer when it came to tracking Covid-19 symptoms for employees. Their easy-to-use system allowed for easy tracking and alerting to potential risks. Their product helped simplify a complex situation. Additionally, the tech support was quick and efficient in helping me make updates. I recommend!
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At SeeSaw Labs, our team transforms tedious tasks into streamlined experiences. We believe that thoughtful design and collaboration can have an immense impact on improving lives while working towards strategic business goals. Our simple yet effective solutions offer a dynamic approach to problem solving with...
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- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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O2b Technologies - Odoo Partner, Austin, TX
O2B Technologies is a certified Odoo Partner in Austin, Texas, helping U S businesses implement, customize, and scale Odoo ERP 500+ implementations. Get a free consultation...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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O2b Technologies - Odoo Partner, Austin, TX Reviews & Testimonials
Anil Agrahari's Review Sourced from Google
The team at 𝐎𝟐𝐁 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 did an amazing job tailoring Odoo to our exact needs; their customization and post-launch support made all the difference for us—highly recommended!
Alvin Allen's Review Sourced from Google
We had an excellent experience working with O2B Technologies for our Odoo implementation. Their team demonstrated deep expertise, understood our business requirements quickly, and provided practical solutions that streamlined our operations.The implementation process was smooth, communication was clear, and they were always available to address questions and provide support. Their knowledge of Odoo customization, integrations, and business process automation helped us improve efficiency across multiple departments.If you're looking for a reliable Odoo partner that delivers quality work and exceptional customer service, I highly recommend O2B Technologies.
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We offer the Services based on right-shore model by increasing the Value at optimized costs. Delivering its software development services, ITERON helps organisations across the globe to gain sustainable competitive advantage through adoption of innovative technologies...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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Leading Technology Partner Fortune 500 Enterprises Trust to Build, Modernize, and Scale Globally
With 2,500+ consultants across the US, Canada, Latin America, and India, Improving puts experienced technologists in your market, not just on your project. Our teams understand the regulatory landscape, industry norms, and technical expectations of the markets you serve...
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- IT Services
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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Improving Reviews & Testimonials
anurag kumar's Review Sourced from Google
Proud to be a part of Improving, building Trust with our clients, partners and employees, serving the best IT experience in our industry
Tim Dickey's Review Sourced from Google
Improving is one of the most innovative consulting firms in the digital services industry to work with.
Rob Mapes's Review Sourced from Google
Improving allows several MeetUp groups to use their conference rooms in the evenings. And Improving is always in the top level of reviews for best companies to work for in DFW.
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Software Shrimps Inc is a dynamic digital marketing and development company dedicated to enhancing businesses' online presence...
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- Design Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- League City, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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No Software and CRM Project Is Too Vast or Too Minute for Our Attention.
At Texas-based Digicode, we excel in enterprise software development, specializing in web and mobile solutions. With a global reach and over 30 years of combined expertise, our team is primed to transform your vision into reality, regardless of project size. Let's collaborate!...
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- Cloud Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
- Staff Augmentation
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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Software Built For Business Scale
Apps Global is a premier software engineering studio that transforms complex business logic into high-performance digital ecosystems.We bridge the gap between visionary ideas and scalable reality through custom SaaS development and intelligent workflow automation designed for the global stage...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Texas City, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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Everything you need to know before hiring a software development company in Texas
How do I know if I'm ready to hire a software development company in Texas?
You are ready to hire a Texas software development company when you can define the problem your software needs to solve, connect it to a business outcome, and name a single internal person with the authority to approve decisions throughout the engagement.
Before briefing any Texas software company, confirm if you can present the following:
- A problem statement, not a feature list
"We need a client portal" is a feature request. "Our account managers spend 11 hours per week answering status emails that a self-serve portal would eliminate" is a problem statement. The latter allows for faster build, more accurate scope, and fewer questions mid-project. - A realistic, disclosed budget
Withholding your budget will not lead to better proposals. Knowing your bracket upfront eliminates agencies that would underscope your project to win it. - A named internal owner
Projects with multiple decision-makers and no single owner experience longer approval cycles, more change orders, and higher final costs. Assign one person, give them authority, and ensure the agency knows who that person is before the sprint starts. - Defined requirements
If your core requirements have changed more than once in the last four weeks, you are not ready to brief an agency. - Access to your existing technical environment
If you have a current codebase, database, or third-party integrations the new build must connect to, document them before any agency conversation. Agencies that discover mid-project that integrations exist will issue change orders for the discovery work they should have done in week one.
How do I shortlist software development companies in Texas without spending weeks on the wrong ones?
A shortlist should contain up to three agencies, selected by filtering on four non-negotiable criteria before a single conversation takes place: relevant domain experience, project size match, recent client reviews, and a disclosed pricing model.
The sheerness of available options always poses intimidation. Most buyers start reading agency descriptions before applying filters, which means they spend time evaluating agencies for whom they are too small, too large, or in the wrong vertical.
Apply these filters to cut the list before opening any agency profile:
- Project size alignment
An agency whose minimum engagement is $250,000 will assign a junior team to your $80,000 project. Filter for agencies whose stated minimum falls within 50% of your budget in either direction. - Verified reviews with industry relevance
Star ratings without context are meaningless. Look for agencies with three or more verified reviews from clients in your industry, completed recently. - Disclosed pricing model
Any agency that won't share its pricing structure in the first email exchange is creating an information asymmetry that will not resolve itself after signing. Move on. - Founding team tenure
Check the founding team's LinkedIn profiles. Agencies younger than three years carry significantly higher delivery risk regardless of how polished the website is. The portfolio will be thin, the processes immature, and the team more likely to be figuring things out on your project.
Should I start with a pilot project or commit to a full engagement upfront?
For any software engagement over $100,000 or longer than four months, a paid pilot scoped to a real but non-critical deliverable is the most reliable way to validate quality before full commitment.
The pilot will not be a free sample. When agreed to, it is a structured four-to-six-week engagement with a written brief, a defined deliverable, sprint demos, and a handover package at the end.
Pilots should be treated as real projects as they reveal a lot about communication, code quality, and deadline management.
A solid start in that direction is to choose a deliverable that exercises the stack, architecture decisions, and team communication patterns you wish to see.
Then, define what "done" looks like before the pilot begins. A vague success criterion will inevitably produce a vague result.
The first two weeks will reveal how the agency runs the kickoff, provisions environments, and manages the first sprint.
If the pilot delivers late, produces poorly documented code, or requires you to chase status updates, do not rationalize it; these outcomes are your answer if you should trust the agency with the remainder of the project.
How do I evaluate a software development company in Texas if I don't have deep technical knowledge?
Non-technical individuals can evaluate software development companies effectively by measuring the clarity of technical communication.
Namely, if an agency can explain architecture decisions in plain language, it means it understands your problem and can build a product that addresses it.
If you still feel unsure in your capacity to evaluate a developer, consider some of these options:
- Hire a fractional CTO for two to three days
- Ask agencies to argue against their own recommendation
- Ask about post-launch maintenance costs, in addition to build costs
How do I set expectations with a Texas software agency so I'm not disappointed three months in?
The most effective solution in this direction is a written kickoff document, produced and signed by both parties before sprint one.
The document should state who approves what, how quickly decisions must be made, what "done" means for each deliverable type, and what the escalation path is when timelines slip.
Define these four things in writing before development begins:
- Decision SLA: Agree in writing that client responses will arrive within one business day and make it reciprocal, so the agency commits to the same.
- Communication channel: Agencies and clients that communicate across five channels produce five different versions of project status. Agree on one channel and maintain all communication there.
- Definition of "deliverable complete:” Define this for every category before the building sprint begins.
- Escalation path: Name a contact on both sides for issues that cannot be resolved at the project manager level. Define the timeline for escalation: if a blocker is not resolved within 48 hours at the PM level, it moves up.
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5 FAQs About Software Development Companies in Texas
What are the red flags when evaluating software developers in Texas?
The clearest red flag is an agency that skips a paid discovery phase and moves directly to writing code, which almost always leads to scope creep, plenty of rework, and a final bill that bears no resemblance to the original quote.
If the development requirements are not well defined prior to billing, the ambiguity works in the software agency’s favor as it allows it to add more billable hours. Here are some other warning signs to look for during evaluation:
- No structured discovery phase offered. Any agency that can quote a fixed price within 48 hours of a brief discovery call hasn't fully scoped your project.
- Case studies that show screenshots but not outcomes. A credible case study should name the client, the problem, the timeline, and the outcome.
- The team you meet in sales is not the team building your product. Ask to meet your assigned project manager and lead developer before signing.
- Vague answers on IP ownership. You should own 100% of the code on day one after final payment. Any hedging on this needs a lawyer before you proceed.
- No defined communication frequency in the contract. If sprint reviews, status reports, and escalation paths aren't written into the agreement, you'll be chasing updates six months in.
- References are unavailable or from more than three years ago. Tech projects fail regularly; ask for two references from engagements completed in 2024 or 2025.
What do software development companies in Texas charge that most clients don't expect?
Project management overhead and infrastructure provisioning routinely add 30% to 50% to the base development rate. Here's what other costs are commonly add-ons:
- Change order premiums. Every feature added after scope sign-off is typically billed at a higher rate. Agencies add 20% to 40% contingency to fixed-price quotes simply because requirements almost always change.
- Post-launch support and maintenance. Annual post-launch support for any application is rarely included in a proposal for the build phase.
- Cloud infrastructure and DevOps setup. AWS, Azure, or GCP configurations do not fall under development, and agencies often bill them separately.
- QA and testing. Many proposals quote for development hours only.
- Handover and documentation. At the end of the engagement, you need working documentation to maintain and extend the codebase.
What's the difference between a good Texas software agency and an average one?
The difference between a good and average software developer in Texas will reflect in the way they handle your first two conversations: a good agency asks harder questions than you do, while an average agency rushes to propose solutions before understanding the problem.
Here's what separates them across the five critical evaluation criteria:
| Criteria | Average agency | Good agency |
| Discovery | Quotes after one call | Charges for discovery; won't quote without it |
| Case studies | Screenshots and logos | Named client, defined problem, measurable outcome |
| Team access | Sales team only pre-contract | Introduces your actual PM and lead dev before signing |
| Scope handling | Agrees with everything you say | Pushes back on unrealistic timelines or budgets |
| Risk discussion | No mention of what could go wrong | Mentions technical and timeline risks proactively |
What should a software development case study feature?
A case study worth taking seriously names the client or offers a reference call, describes the specific technical problem, identifies the stack used, and quantifies a measurable outcome. Here's what to look for:
- A defined starting point: Where was the client's system before the engagement? Without a baseline, be it legacy architecture, error rate, deployment frequency, or user drop-off, there is no way to evaluate how much the agency actually moved.
- A specific problem: "The client needed a modernized platform" is not a problem. "The client's monolithic architecture was preventing deployments more than once per quarter" is. The specificity of the problem statement tells you how precisely the agency scopes work.
- Stack and architecture decisions explained: Why did they choose that framework, cloud provider, or database? Agencies that can articulate sequencing decisions understand software architecture as a system.
- Timeline honesty: How long did the engagement actually run versus what was originally scoped? An agency that only presents on-time, on-budget case studies is either working in low-complexity environments or omitting the engagements that didn't go as smooth.
- A business outcome: Deployment frequency doubled. Support ticket volume dropped 60%. Time-to-close for sales-assisted workflows cut from 14 days to 3. If the case study stops at "we re-architected the backend," ask directly why no business result is cited.
How do I choose between two software developers in Texas that look equally qualified on paper?
When two software development companies look equally qualified on paper, the differentiator is always process. Ask each one the same operational questions and compare the specificity of their answers:
- What happens if a requirement needs to change mid-sprint?
A named change order process with a written approval step is the right answer. "We're flexible" is not. - How do you handle a project that falls behind schedule?
You're looking for a specific escalation contact and a defined timeline for resolution. - Who do I contact at 4pm on a Friday with an urgent issue?
The answer should be a name, not a reference to a support portal. - Can I see a sample sprint report from a current engagement?
Redacted client information is expected. What you're evaluating is the format, the depth, and whether it's the kind of document that would actually keep you informed. - What would you do differently if you could restart your most recent project?
An agency with no candid answer to that question hasn't examined its own work closely enough to improve it.
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