MVP Development
in the UK
Phil Webb: Here's what you need to know if you're thinking about a new software service for your business. You have a lot at stake and no time to waste. You probably won't like my answer: the first release must support a real, measurable business decision, but that's the one you'll thank me for in the end.
Choose one question
Build the needed workflow
Test it with users
You get evidence for the next investment decision.
I know what you want.
Someone to promise the new feature or product will deliver the commercial results you're betting on, within a guaranteed budget. I can't and won't do that. It's a recipe for stress, disappointment and overbudget work. Instead, my team can help you reach a solid decision with just a small investment: will that business bet pay off?
A first release for internal testing won't be perfect, but it will be good enough.
Your users will get the job done, at least when it all goes well. The purpose is to show you whether the idea is genuinely useful, or if it fails and you should cut your losses. You'll decide which path to take once you know more. I'll give you the facts you need to make that choice.
What will your software do? Who will use it? How will it get to them?
Those details matter and we'll work them out together. We'll agree what 'good enough' means and I'll show you that we've got it covered. I'll give you the choice to stop, fix problems, or go further and build out the product.
My team takes pride in honest work and useful service: we won't stop you if we believe you're right to go further.
We'll discuss the questions you want answered.
It might be a test of the idea or the quality of the product. We could also explore how customers will use the service or how they will feel about it. Whatever your needs, the outcome should be evidence for the decision. You'll know if the idea is strong enough to bet on, or not.
You probably don't care what's happening under the hood, but I'll make sure the software is sound.
We'll run the new product or feature on a reliable system and we'll show you the basics of how it works. We won't do anything too clever or use any unusual technology that will trip you up when it comes to supporting the product. That's just one of the many ways we try to avoid unexpected surprises.
My team has an approach designed to deliver exactly what you need, for the right amount of work and at the right price.
Our open-build process makes sure you're up to date with the progress at all times.
We give you a working demo of the software before the final build is complete, and we welcome your feedback while the project is still in development. It helps us stay focused on what you really need.
Our aim is to find the smallest possible version of the product that will still produce the evidence you're looking for.
Our work will help you make an informed decision about the next stage of development.
I'm happy to continue working with you on the full product or hand over the codebase to your team. You'll make the choice based on real facts, not the best sales pitch.
I'd love to hear what you're working on.
My team can show you how to make progress and keep the risks to a minimum. I'll answer your tough questions and help you build a solid case for the next stage of investment. Book a scoping call with me to explore the details.