WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
WE BUILD UNIQUE WEB APPLICATIONS TO MEET YOUR NEEDS
We’ve built great web applications that have changed the way businesses run, scale, and increase their profits. Our approach is centred around you and your business to model and shape your requirements to build a responsive web application that better connects your users with you. Recognising that web applications grow and change, just like your needs, we're here to add features and enhancements when you need them.
From responsive, single-page applications to large-scale e-commerce platforms and complex CMS systems, we’ve been building scalable web applications with clean and functional front and backends since the launch of YouTube in 2005.
WHAT IS WEB APP DEVELOPMENT?
Web application development involves creating interactive applications or programs that are accessible through web browsers. These types of applications differ from traditional websites by offering enhanced functionality and a broader range of features.
Web applications often have secure portals where different users can log in and use the platform. These portals use forms and databases to gather and handle user data, making interactions personalised and automated. Examples include travel booking sites like Booking.com, EdTech web apps, automotive e-commerce platforms such as www.changecars.co.za, customer portals, and more.
Web apps are effective because they don’t require your users to download specialised desktop apps, and these apps can be used on many devices from any location, given that the users have an internet connection since they run on web browsers like Safari, Firefox and Google Chrome. These apps are made for interaction, which can be as simple as logging into a platform account or as complicated as buying products online.
TECHNOLOGIES WE USE
- HTML
- CodeIgniter
- CSS
- Laravel
- Javascript
- NodeJS
- jQuery
- MySQL
- Angular
- MariaDB
- VueJS
- Cordova
- React
- Ionic
- PHP
- WordPress
BENEFITS OF WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT
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USER-FRIENDLINESS
Web apps provide a better user experience than static websites because of their responsiveness, functionality, and embedded features. They can also adapt to different screen sizes and devices. This optimises their performance and accessibility.
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CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Custom web apps can gather and analyse user data, provide personalised recommendations and feedback, facilitate easy communication and feedback, enhance customer service, loyalty, and retention.
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DATA VISUALISATION
Having access to critical, real-time data is key when it comes to making important business decisions. While web apps collect tons of data, it's vital to see and grasp what it means. Using good data visualisation tools helps turn complicated data into clear insights. This makes it easier to spot trends, see patterns, and understand connections. This data visualisation is made possible through custom-developed web apps.
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SAFE AND SECURE
Web applications contribute to heightened security and privacy for data by storing it on secure servers and encrypting it during transmission. Additionally, they come equipped with backup and recovery features. This helps to mitigate the risk of data loss or corruption.
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ACCESSIBILITY ACROSS DEVICES
Web applications offer unparalleled accessibility, as they are available on any device with a web browser. This means users can access the application whether they're using a desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. This accessibility means that the latest version is always available whenever the user engages with the web app. This ensures that users have access to the newest features, improvements, and security patches without any hassle or interruption.
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SCALABLE SOLUTIONS
From the outset, we engineer your web app with scalability in mind. Foreseeing future demand and expansion, our solutions are coded to accommodate rising user traffic, expanding data loads, and increased transactions. By prioritising scalability from the start, we ensure peak performance and responsiveness as your user base and demand increase.
WHY ELEMENTAL?
Having been in the web development industry since 2005, we’ve generated a wealth of experience and knowledge. This means our developers deliver code that is not only clean and well-documented but also runs smoothly and efficiently. You benefit directly from our years of hands-on expertise.
We take our recruitment process seriously, sparing you the effort of putting together a web development team from square one. Our thorough vetting ensures we bring aboard dependable, skilled, and experienced developers who easily integrate into your team's dynamics. This process also minimises the risk of partnering with developers who might not meet your required qualifications.
We consistently invest in enhancing and expanding our team's skills to meet your industry's evolving demands. This proactive approach ensures our team stays in the loop with the latest trends and tech, making sure we're all set to tackle the ever-changing challenges your business might face.
We’re kitted out with a full office setup, including testing devices, multiple screens, and reliable and fast connections.
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WEB APPLICATIONS FAQS
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Could you please help me refine my rough concept for a web application that I need to have developed for my company?
Certainly! For these types of projects, we start with a Discovery Phase in which we understand your needs, ideas, and all project-related information. We then thoroughly define the scope of work through a series of workshops and engagements, resulting in a technical specification document and accompanying wireframes (which serve as a project prototype). Following this phase, you will have a clear understanding of the project's objectives, scope, costs, timelines, and deliverables. The design and development of the web app can then proceed.
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Can the web app you develop for my business integrate with third-party systems?
Yes, in theory, this should be possible; in fact, many web apps have integrations with third-party systems. To allow your web app to communicate and interact with third-party systems, this is typically achieved through API (Application Programming Interface) integrations. To find out more about API integrations, read this article.
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What is web application development, and how does it differ from websites?
Web application development revolves around crafting interactive programs accessible via web browsers. Unlike conventional websites, web applications boast extensive functionality and features. While regular websites tend to be straightforward and static, web apps are rich in functionality and offer a plethora of features alongside custom-developed capabilities.
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What sort of automation can be built into my web app?
This depends on the nature of the web app platform being developed; however, typical automation includes notifications, data integrations, automated reporting, and warning alerts.
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Do you offer support once you’ve developed and launched the web app?
Yes, we provide support and maintenance services once a project has gone live. This support and maintenance covers changes, minor upgrades, troubleshooting of issues and rectification.
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How do web applications benefit user experience and accessibility?
Web apps provide a better user experience through responsiveness, interactivity, and customisability. They can adapt to different screen sizes and devices, optimising performance and accessibility. Users can access these apps from any location with an internet connection through a web browser, eliminating the need for downloading specialised software.
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What types of specialists is your team made up of?
We have a team that consists of UI/ UX designers, front-end and back-end developers, project managers, Quality Assurance testers, client service specialists and business analysts.
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How do I get started?
Contact us today and find out how we can help your business. You can mail us at [email protected] or contact us via our contact page.