Streamlining success: Exploring our robust app development methodology ‘The Core’
Creating an app that works and one that goes the distance are two very different things. But I’ll be honest:
If you’re seeking to achieve the latter, the journey to stand out in these saturated markets, secure investments and scale your business next year - is a path filled with undeniable challenges and opportunities.?
Luckily for you, the team at The Distance have spent many years streamlining success for our partners in a way that isn't just about building apps; but about sculpting a brand identity that resonates with your vision and accelerates your journey towards market leadership.
How it works: Our robust app development methodology
Discover how our app development methodology, ‘The Core’, (known for being the powerhouse behind your project's acceleration) is taking our partners app’s the distance when it comes to standing out, getting noticed and maintaining success:?
Flexible and responsive: Agile development processes
Agility is not just a methodology; it's a necessity for creating competitive, creative and innovative mobile app solutions.?
At The Distance, we embrace agile development processes wholeheartedly to ensure that every project we undertake is as dynamic and adaptable as the market we're designing it for.
Understanding Agile principles
Contrary to common belief, Agile is more than a buzzword; it's a philosophy that guides our every action. So much so that 86% of software development teams are said to now be using the Agile model, proving its prevalence and acceptance in the industry. That said, the core principles of Agile revolve around:
This approach breaks down the development process into manageable segments, allowing for flexibility and responsiveness at every stage.?
The Agile advantage
By integrating Agile methodologies into our robust app development methodology we guarantee that each app we develop is not just a technological marvel but also a market-ready solution tailored to your specific needs.?
Overall, using the Agile approach guarantees flexibility, responsiveness and a product that evolves as swiftly as its market. That’s because being Agile is not just about keeping pace; it's about setting the pace. And at The Distance, that's exactly what we do.
Reliable and rapid iterations: Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD)
At its core, CI/ CD is all about merging your development work with the main branch frequently. It's a process where you integrate code into a shared repository several times a day, followed by automated testing and deployment.?
This continuous cycle guarantees that new changes are always ready for release, which, in turn, significantly speeds up the development process.
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Impact on efficiency and app quality
By implementing CI/ CD, we're not just accelerating the development cycle; we're elevating the quality of the app. The frequent code integrations and automated testing mean that issues are identified and resolved rapidly, reducing the likelihood of significant problems down the line.?
This leads to a more stable, high-quality product. Additionally, the shortened feedback loops allow for quicker adaptations based on user feedback, ensuring the app remains relevant and user-friendly.
Informed design decisions: Empowered by users
The mantra 'user-first' is not just a trend—it's a foundational principle that drives success for our partners. This focus ensures that your app not only aligns with your brand's identity but also resonates deeply with your target audience, helping to drive its overall growth and securing your desired market position.
At the heart: Driving scalability?
User-centred design is about crafting an app with the end-user's needs, preferences and behaviours at its core. By prioritising what users want and need, you create an app that is functional and delightful to use. This approach leads to increased user engagement, loyalty and advocacy—qualities that are crucial for savvy Founders seeking to scale their businesses and stand out in a crowded market.
Our experience in action: GoodShape
GoodShape is the expert in employee absence, wellbeing and performance.?
GoodShape asked us, The Distance, to help them digitally transform their initial human-led wellbeing service. Their product provided 1:1 support from qualified nurses to empower employees to get back to work quicker. A more holistic solution was required in order to better serve the customer, reduce calls to their call centre and minimise the demand on their pool of certified nurses.
Our solution
We designed, built and launched a personalised app solution which utilises a chat-based interface, delivering an intuitive and engaging experience for their users that is available 24 hours a day.
Paired with personal medical advice, condition-specific care plans and a comprehensive library of health and wellbeing articles, the app provides a complete solution for recording, tracking and more importantly, supporting an employee's absence until they return to work.
The technology was seamlessly integrated with GoodShape's existing systems, allowing them to track usage and provide tailored reporting to their customers.
The result
Thanks to its intuitive interface and personalised self-care program, the app provides an engaging experience that helps employees maintain their health at all times. In addition, its proactive approach to health management and cost-saving features have enabled GoodShape to deliver a unique service in the crowded wellbeing market.
Streamline your app’s success: Go the distance
Gain the confidence you need to take your app development further with our methodology, ‘The Core’. Our battle-tested development process, refined over nine years, guarantees efficient, digital products every single time.?
With expert flexibility, experience and a robust methodology to hand, The Distance stands out to those seeking a seamless app delivery. Get in touch and let’s build your digital product together.?