I have an app idea, what should I do next?

You have an app idea and you think it’s great, but you don’t know what to do next? This happens to everyone who steps into the world of apps for the first time. The reason why New Jersey App Developers have a difficult time is because they don’t understand the full breath of the process: risks, recognizing future changes, improving mobile app, etc. But, there is still hope! May the odds be ever in your favor if you follow these best practices next time you have an app idea.

Take pen to paper

The first question you must answer is what type of app will you be creating? There are many categories out there. So how will you make one that stands out from the competition? You have to find out things that differentiate your app idea from others. Finding answers to these questions will help you understand where your idea stands and what approach you should take.

Another method to flesh out your app idea is to pinpoint keywords and use them to find competition. When you research your competitors, you will find what is expected from your app. Also check ratings, reviews, and first-hand use apps that match your idea. This simple research will help you understand what problems you will solve for users.

What is the purpose of the app?

Identify the purpose of the app, users that it will target, and how it will represent the company’s brand or image. You can post questions for customers on survey websites to learn what they want from an app. These questions can cover a range of topics such as brand, business, vision, and audience interest.

These questions can also serve as a good reason to go with your app idea. It can also help you decide the design elements such as type, illustration style, the concept of area, balance, and more. This questionnaire can serve as a point for getting detailed information about design and the idea.

Which platform should I target?

When it comes to choosing a platform for your app idea, you’ve got two options: iOS and Android. The reason for choosing iOS is that users spend more money on iOS apps and take their time. iOS is also little faster to build and less expensive compared to Android.

Android can be your first choice if your focus is on a wider audience. Android is more famous in developing countries and in urban environments. You can customize Android much better and target specific hardware if you want full control.

What will be the name of your app?

You have an idea, you did research, and you are motivated to make your app idea a reality. The next step is to name the application. It is not easy to name because it’s the very first thing a user sees. The name is the first thing that can leave a good impression on users. Having a name, logo, and domain name is a good way to show how serious you are about your app. This will also help you in later stages, such as funding and finding investors.

Hire the right people for the app idea

The very first step while hiring right people for your project is to list things that you want. Are you looking for experience, technical skills, and positive reviews? Of course you do. Sunflower Lab has over a decade experience building robust mobile apps for Fortune 500 companies around the globe. Clients like Nationwide Insurance, Ohio State University, Briskheat, Vision Service Provider, and GAP have vouched for Sunflower Lab’s outstanding custom mobile applications as part of our customer satisfaction rate of 96%. Our team of talented designers and engineers are standing by to talk about your business goals. Reach out today!