How to choose a software development company in China
Evaluate English communication, documentation, relevant evidence, engineering, governance and support.
Read the guide →Software Insights
Global software development insights
Clear answers for teams selecting international software partners, planning global products and managing long-term delivery.
Global Delivery Guides
Guides for international software projects
Each article answers one buying or delivery question with practical checks.
English technical documentation checklist
Requirements, architecture, APIs, testing, deployment, operations and knowledge transfer.
View the checklist →Global mobile app development process
Markets, localisation, privacy, engineering, QA, app-store release and continuing operations.
Read the process →How to manage a cross-time-zone software team
Overlap hours, asynchronous records, ownership, handoffs, release cadence and incident response.
Read the guide →Foundational Guides
Custom software fundamentals
What to prepare before starting a custom software project
Start with the business context, target users, current workflow, main problems and desired outcome. Separate must-have capabilities from later ideas. Identify existing systems, internal owners, launch timing, budget range and acceptance criteria.
What determines a custom software estimate
Cost depends on scope, platforms, roles, integrations, migration, performance and security requirements. Product design, engineering, testing, project management, deployment and support should be compared on the same delivery boundary.
How to evaluate a software development partner
Look for evidence that the team can understand the business, clarify assumptions and explain delivery risks. Confirm ownership, communication, change control, staged outputs, testing, acceptance and post-launch support—not just technology names or client logos.