Custom Software

What is custom software development?

Custom software development is the process of designing, creating, deploying and maintaining software for a specific set of users, functions or organizations. In contrast to commercial off-the-shelf software (COTS), custom software development aims at a narrowly defined set of requirements.

Custom software, on the other hand, is designed for a specific set of needs, such as:

• A field service equipment maintenance program for a manufacturer
• An online banking app designed for the unique requirements of the bank and its customers

Why is custom software development important?

Custom software development is important because it helps meet unique requirements at a cost competitive with purchasing, maintaining and modifying commercial software.

• Efficiency: Custom software is purpose-built to support processes swiftly and productively.
• Scalability: Custom software can grow as an organization or business grows and changes.
• Lower integration costs: Custom software can be built to integrate with its intended environment.
• Independence: Avoid price hikes for licensing and support from commercial vendors.

Outsourcing for maintenance and management

After applications are deployed, they need to be maintained and managed to be effective. Pacific Custom Engineering has found that application services can reduce costs and optimize efficiency; improve flexibility, feedback and user experience; and increase speed and innovation.