The cost of software development depends on factors such as project complexity, scope, required developer experience, team size, technology stack, integration needs, testing protocols, security requirements, regulatory compliance, and project management timelines.

Accurately estimating the cost of a custom software development project requires considering all relevant factors. Otherwise, project scope and budget can easily expand once the project begins.

We understand the importance of upfront budget clarity. That's why we've streamlined our estimation process into two steps:

• Preliminary Estimate: After an initial discovery and scope understanding, we provide a preliminary project estimate based on our experience with similar projects.
• Statement of Work (SOW): If the preliminary estimate meets expectations, we recommend generating a detailed SOW. This includes a comprehensive outline of requirements, functional specifications, feature list, technology stack, timelines, and resources. The SOW process confirms the budget, identifies contingencies, and sets the project up for success from the start.

Flexibility is probably the most important benefit of going the custom development route. You can build a system composed of loosely coupled components which can be independently modified, swapped, decommissioned and redeveloped. Other benefits include: 

1. Reduction in licensing costs (think Open Source) 
2. Choice of technology stack
3. Development in Phases (MVP first, advanced features as permissible by budget) 
4. Improved interoperability with other software

Agile development offers a transformative approach to software development that prioritizes iterative feedback cadence, flexibility, collaboration, and end-user engagement in the full project cycle. At Mantrax, the majority of our projects are run in two-week sprints, with the target to demonstrate functionality to the client at the end of the sprint. Further, we hold sprint retrospective meetings to receive feedback (good or bad) from stakeholders and developers alike. 

Explore details on agile: Breaking Free from Traditional Methods: Why Agile is the Future of Software Development

With our agile development process, quality is controlled throughout the development process, with the following quality assurance check points:

• Wireframes developed during design phase and approved before development begins
• New functionality is released at each Agile Sprint (typically two weeks), providing an opportunity to test out the functionality and provide feedback through an interactive process. The Mantrax QA team will conduct robust functional, performance, security and usability testing through the development cycle. 
• Code Review: Throughout the development cycle, code review is conducted by senior solution architects. If required, third party code review is conducted to build in the extra layer of due diligence.
• Pilot Launch and User Acceptance Testing: Before the final application is launched, a Pilot or Beta version of the application is launched, allowing a group of end-users to test functionality end-to-end. 

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• We are confident in our work and the products we produce. We provide 1 year of unlimited bug fixes for anything we’ve built. 
• The warranty is on functionality we developed and has gone through our quality assurance process.  
• We follow a rigorous test-driven approach to ensure your software solution will meet your performance requirements. 
• Lastly, we also offer post-launch service support. The service offerings are designed based on your requirements and flexible. 

Our average projects range between 6-12 months. We also support rapid prototyping which can range from a week to a month. The exact time frame depends on your project's scope, the resources required and our collaboration model with the client.

Figure out the features and functions your users want to have access to and the goals you want to achieve. With that information, we can focus our efforts and prioritize your needs to deliver the product you’ve been looking for. 

If you have your requirements ready, book a consultation with a solution architect.

Yes. We have a mutual NDA or we are also happy to review the prospective client’s NDA. We understand that some projects require more confidentiality protocols than others. Our team respects your privacy and is here to work with you. We offer you our full support when we sign your NDA.

Mantrax is a team of software consultants and engineers that has been delivering custom software solutions worldwide for over 10 years. We have completed hundreds of projects, and implement tailored strategies to best serve your brand and stay within budget and timeline constraints. 

Furthermore, our customers tell us we are unique and different in our space for five reasons: 

• Your IP, your ownership: We ensure clients retain 100% ownership of their intellectual property.
• Guaranteed quality: We back our work with a product warranty.
• Consistent leadership: Our solution architects lead projects from start to finish, ensuring accountability and consistency.
• Transparent collaboration: We provide detailed timesheets, regular project updates, and proactive risk management.
• Agile done right: Our 2-week sprints ensure rapid progress and regular product demos.

At Mantrax, our resources are the driving force behind our clients' success. Our consultants and engineers bring a wealth of experience across various sectors and business sizes. From launching multi-tenant SaaS platforms to leading large-scale enterprise software development projects and teams, our expertise ensures that your projects are in the most capable hands.