Our Mobile App Development Approach
We've spent over a decade perfecting our process for building mobile apps that actually work for Irish businesses. No fancy jargon – just proven methods that deliver results you can measure.
Built on Real Experience, Not Theory
Here's the thing about mobile app development – everyone talks about "best practices" and "industry standards," but what really matters is what works in the real world. After building apps for everything from Dublin cafes to Cork manufacturing companies, we've learned that successful apps aren't just about clean code or pretty interfaces.
They're about understanding how your customers actually use their phones, how your staff will manage updates, and what happens when something goes wrong at 2 AM on a Sunday. That's where our approach differs from the typical development shop.
- We start every project by understanding your actual business operations, not just your wish list
- Our testing process includes real users doing real tasks, because that's where apps succeed or fail
- We plan for maintenance and updates from day one, so you're never stuck with outdated technology
- Every feature we build has a clear business purpose that we can explain in plain English
How We Actually Build Your App
We've refined this process through dozens of projects. It's not the fastest way to build an app, but it's the most reliable way to build one that works.
Discovery & Real-World Testing
Before we write a single line of code, we spend time in your business watching how things actually work. We've learned that what owners think customers want and what customers actually do are often completely different things.
This phase typically takes 2-3 weeks and includes interviews with your team, customer observation sessions, and analysis of your current processes. We also research your competitors – not to copy them, but to understand where the opportunities are.
Prototype Development & User Feedback
We build a working prototype that focuses on the core functionality. Nothing fancy – just the essential features that solve your main business problem. Then we put it in front of real users and watch what happens.
This is where most projects either succeed or need major adjustments. We've seen beautiful apps fail because users couldn't figure out how to complete basic tasks, and simple apps succeed because they made something difficult into something easy.
Full Development & Integration
With validated features and user feedback, we build the complete app. Our development includes integration with your existing systems, comprehensive testing on multiple devices, and preparation for both app store approval and your internal launch process.
We handle the technical complexities – server setup, database optimization, security protocols, and performance testing. Our goal is to deliver an app that works smoothly from day one and can handle growth as your business expands.
Launch Support & Ongoing Optimization
Launch day is just the beginning. We monitor performance closely during the first month, gather user feedback, and make necessary adjustments. We also provide training for your team and establish processes for ongoing updates and maintenance.
Our support includes app store management, performance monitoring, security updates, and feature enhancements based on actual usage data. We're here for the long term – your app's success is our success.
Sarah O'Connor
Lead Developer & Co-Founder
12+ years experience
Trinity College Dublin, Computer Science
Former senior developer at three major Irish tech companies
Why Our Approach Actually Works
I started Syxoravex in 2013 after watching too many small businesses get burned by development companies that promised the world and delivered apps that nobody used. The problem wasn't the technical skills – it was the approach.
Most developers build apps the way they think apps should work. We build apps the way your customers actually behave. That's why our apps get used, updated, and recommended. It's also why we've maintained long-term relationships with over 85% of our clients.
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Let's have an honest conversation about your app idea. We'll tell you what we think will work, what might be challenging, and whether we're the right fit for your project.
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