Custom Software Development Service

In case a client approaches us with the business idea and a very limited budget in mind we:

• help identify the core features and essential components that the solution won’t make sense/won’t start bringing value without
• provide realistic estimates of the development team effort behind these components
• outline the minimum necessary forecasted cost for the client to decide whether they can afford it
• offer alternatives, such as the development of a clickable prototype, proof of concept which will entail lower cost, but might be crucial for the client to pitch the solution idea to the investors, validate it with the stakeholders to raise more interest and funding etc.

The cost of custom software development can be influenced by various factors, including:

• Project scope and complexity – the more features, functionalities are involved, and the more complex they are, the higher the development cost will be
• Functionality and features – specific or advanced features, integrations with other systems may require more resources and increase costs
• Project timeline – tighter deadlines may require more resources affecting the overall budget
• Customization and scalability – flexible and scalable architecture may incur higher initial costs but can provide long-term cost benefits
• Technology stack – some technologies may have higher licensing fees, require more specialized skills, or have different development speeds
• Development team location – rates vary significantly based on the region due to labor costs differences
• Quality assurance – thorough testing and quality assurance processes contribute to a higher upfront cost but can save money in the long run by preventing issues and rework
  UI/UX design – the complexity of user interface, as well as its friendly and intuitive design may require more effort and affect the overall cost
• Regulatory compliance – the need to comply with specific industry regulations or standards may require additional development and testing efforts, thus impacting costs
• Maintenance and support – the costs for ongoing maintenance and support, including updates, bug fixes, and extending functionality after the initial development phase must be envisioned
• Communication and project management – costs invested in efficient communication and project management help eliminate misunderstandings, rework, and delays, resulting in cost benefits in the long run

With a DT contract, you pay a fixed monthly amount that doesn’t change based on the number of hours reported. This ensures predictable budgeting and simpler invoicing, unlike the T&M model where monthly costs vary depending on hours logged.

In our typical DT agreement, we commit to delivering no less than 1840 hours per year (or 153h/month on average). Monthly invoices remain the same even if reported hours fluctuate — for example, 176h one month, 144h another. This reflects how we compensate our employees: with a stable monthly salary, regardless of variations due to vacation, days off, or sick leave.

Additionally, DT invoices are typically around 10% lower than in T&M. This is our lowest-margin model, allowing customers to benefit from the most cost-efficient rates.
In short, DT offers greater stability, transparency, and cost efficiency — ideal for full-time, long-term collaboration.

Data security is one of our highest priorities in custom software solutions development life cycle. As ISO 27001 certified company, we ensure the protection of sensitive information, intellectual property, and maintain the integrity of development process and solution by the following measures:

• establishing role-based access control (managing permissions, credentials, and user data)
• enforcing multi-factor authentication (MFA) to enhance data access security
• using secure development environment and standards
• encrypting data transmission between developers and repositories to protect the code
• running systematic code review process to identify and eliminate security vulnerabilities
• utilizing strong encryption algorithms for databases, file systems, and communication protocols
• implementing backup and recovery strategies to ensure data can be restored in case of data loss
• development of an incident response procedure to handle security breaches
• setting up of logging and monitoring mechanisms to track suspicious activity or unauthorized data

Yes, we have a full-fledged Leobit Design Studio with broad expertise in providing UX/UI design services. We produce interfaces for basic responsive web applications, complex SaaS solutions (CRM, ERP), native and cross-platform mobile application designs (iOS, Android). Furthermore, we cover embedded device interfaces and wearable device interfaces.
Our most popular services are:

• UX Audit & Consulting
• UI/UX Design for Web & Mobile
• UX Research & Strategy
• Prototyping
• User Testing
• Design System

Our team can guide you through the design process with ease collaborating closely on each stage.

Yes, our approach to software support and maintenance is similar to the one of the active development phase. In the majority of cases a dedicated team is assigned to handle both new development requirements and bug fixes as the most optimum and collaborative format. This model ensures a consistent focus on the project, with team members dedicated to addressing the evolving needs and swiftly resolving any issues that may arise.

In case of a fixed-price type of collaboration model, we provide maintenance and support services in accordance with contract terms. Typically, a defined period of client support on the product acceptance stage is included in the fixed-price contract. After product acceptance we propose switching to a dedicated team or T&M format with monthly or hourly rates for further maintenance activities.

Yes, we specialize in a wide range of integration types. Our process begins with an compatibility analysis to ensure seamless integration, tailored to both straightforward and complex solutions. We utilize various methods for efficient data exchange, including APIs, file-based, database integrations for direct data connectivity, middleware bridges, and the use of SDKs for integrating with specialized third-party services. These cover both time-dependent and real-time data synchronization, utilizing push/pull mechanisms as well as webhooks. This comprehensive approach is designed to be flexible, accommodating a diverse array of systems, from your existing solutions to any third-party tools in use.