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You May Be a Software Company, Even If You Don't Realize It

Software changes the fundamental nature of everything it touches, whether that's adding software to a hardware product or a service that was previously not software-enabled. It doesn't stop there, though – whether you planned for it or not, software doesn't just transform what you sell, but it also changes your business. You are now a software company, and with that comes considerations you might not have planned for.

Adam Korman

November 13, 2024

Investing in Turnarounds? Consider Partnering with Uptech Studio

Some of our more successful ventures before starting Uptech Studio involved working with turnaround or distressed startups—companies recapitalized with the intent of restructuring, revitalizing, and resolving operational or financial issues. Our job was to work with leadership to turn these companies around, aiming for profitability or eventual resale.

Matthew New

November 1, 2024

Software Design & Development for Medical Devices

Early in my career I had the chance to work on life-saving medical devices (implantable pacemakers and defibrillators). From that experience, and many projects since at Uptech Studio, we’ve identified a number of considerations when designing and developing software for medical devices and other healthtech products.

Adam Korman

October 26, 2024

You Built V1 of Your App. Now What?

It's a huge milestone to complete and launch version 1 of your app. But is it time to pop the champagne? For most startups, the real challenge begins once their product is out in the world. Some founders assume that if you build it, they will come—but the truth is, without proper planning and budget allocated for post-launch activities, growth can stall. Let's look at 9 key steps you can take to set up your product (and company) for growth, investability, and success.

Adam Korman

October 9, 2024

Building Applications with Data Privacy at the Forefront: Why Trust Matters

Data privacy has become a critical concern for businesses across all industries. As more companies collect, store, and process vast amounts of personal and financial information, ensuring robust privacy practices is not only essential—it’s legally required. At Uptech Studio, we believe that building applications with a focus on data privacy isn’t just about compliance—it’s about building trust and long-term relationships with your customers.

Claude Ciocan

September 27, 2024

Do You Trust Your Data? 5 Essential Questions to Ask.

In a data-driven world, it's easy to assume that having analytics in your app automatically means you're on the path to success. But how much faith do you really have in the insights your analytics provide? More importantly, is that faith justified? In this post, we’ll explore strategies to help you evaluate the quality and effectiveness of your analytics.

Matthew New

September 18, 2024

So you have a new app idea. Now what?

You are at an exciting phase of your entrepreneurial journey. The beginning! There are a lot of opportunities ahead of you with the potential for life changing experiences. This app idea you have is going to change everything for the world and especially you. But where do you even start? How does anyone build an app business in the days of AI, behemoth companies, and critical investors? It's tough. But it's not impossible.

Ryan Hedges

September 11, 2024

Error-First Design in Mobile Apps: Why It Matters

In mobile app development, creating a seamless user experience often takes center stage. However, an equally critical aspect that frequently gets overlooked is how your app handles errors. Error-first design is a principle that ensures errors are managed proactively, leading to better user experiences and more robust applications. This approach is essential, and here’s why it deserves more attention in mobile development.

Jon Holtan

August 28, 2024

The Power of Knowing Your Users: Techniques for Building Better Products

Most people working in software development believe that knowing their customers and users is critical to the success of their products, but very few teams actually take the steps to learn more or formalize what they know. The good news is that while it may seem like a daunting task, these listed techniques are fairly straightforward, cheap, and easy to do.

Adam Korman

August 19, 2024

Navigating Tight Deadlines and Growing Demands: A Guide for Product Teams

Product teams often face the challenge of delivering more with the same tight deadlines. The demands on your team keep increasing, and it can be overwhelming to balance these expectations while maintaining team morale, product quality, and meeting customer needs. So, what do you do when you find yourself in this situation? Let's explore some strategies and how Uptech Studio can support you through these challenges.

Claude Ciocan

August 7, 2024

The Case for Small Teams in Product Development

In the world of product development, the size of your team can significantly impact the outcome of your project. While it may seem that a larger team can get more done, the reality is that smaller, more focused teams can often be more effective. Why it works: smaller teams are better for efficiency, reducing communication issues, increasing a sense of ownership, increasing flexibility, and fostering creativity and innovation.

Matthew New

July 24, 2024

The Best Tools for Experimenting with Product Ideas

In the dynamic world of startups, rapidly testing new ideas without derailing core projects can be a game-changer. Discover how no-code and low-code tools empower product owners to innovate swiftly and cost-effectively, shortening feedback cycles, lowering experimentation costs, and keeping engineering teams focused on their primary goals. Explore practical examples of how tools like Glide, Webflow, and FlutterFlow can help turn potential failures into valuable insights, allowing your team to focus on what truly matters—the user experience.

Ryan Hedges

July 17, 2024

What to Do When You've Cut Too Far

Many tech companies lay off staff in an effort to reduce expenses, cut deadweight, and/or hone their focus. But what happens when you don't adjust your product roadmap too? It can be easy to find yourself up against a wall trying to deliver on aggressive timelines without the internal resources to deliver.

Adam Korman

July 10, 2024

The Promise and Reality of AI Code Generation

The buzz around AI code generation tools has reached a fever pitch, promising to revolutionize the way developers write code. While some fear that AI might replace human developers, the reality is AI code generators are just another tool available to help developers craft quality applications.

Claude Ciocan

July 3, 2024

Maximize Your Team's Efficiency by Strategically Outsourcing Projects

In today's fast-paced tech industry, staying ahead of the curve is both a challenge and a necessity. One of the biggest hurdles for any tech company is figuring out how to effectively split up the long list of tasks on the roadmap. Balancing innovation with everyday development demands can be daunting, especially for larger companies with dedicated tech teams. At Uptech Studio, we believe there's a better way to manage this workload.

Matthew New

June 25, 2024

Why FlutterFlow is a Game-Changer for Pre-Seed and Seed Startups

Are you a pre-seed or seed-stage startup looking to bring your innovative ideas to market quickly and efficiently? Discover how FlutterFlow, a game-changing low-code development platform, can help you build powerful, cross-platform apps with minimal resources. In this article, we'll explore the benefits of FlutterFlow for startups, address common concerns, and show how partnering with Uptech Studio can give you the expert edge you need to succeed.

Ryan Hedges

June 19, 2024

Going Live: Monitoring

In our series on getting ready to go live, this post focuses on monitoring. Monitoring is crucial for understanding how your application is behaving and to get notified of issues before they become apparent to your users. Launching an application without monitoring is like driving a car without a fuel gauge. Sure you can drive the car for some time, but at some point you’re going to run out of gas. Similarly your app can run out of resources, or other issues may arise and you won’t know until it’s too late. There are three areas of monitoring we’re going to cover: infrastructure, external, and application performance monitoring. Let’s dive in!

Claude Ciocan

March 16, 2024

Is Your App Ready To Go Live?

You’ve been working for months building something amazing and now it’s time to let it out into the wild. Are you ready? Is your app really ready? If there’s a bug you didn’t catch, will you know? If you get a huge influx of users, will your app hold up? If your users are getting stuck somewhere, how will you figure out where? Building an app is the culmination of a lot of hard work, innovation, and determination. However, the journey doesn't end with development; preparing your app for a successful launch is critical.

Claude Ciocan

March 15, 2024

Why Fast & Cheap Development Can End Up Costing You More

Improved tools and development frameworks have made building software cheaper and easier than ever. While that has led to all sorts of rapid innovation, it has also created an alluring trap, especially for early-stage, non-technical founders. What they often learn is that dev shops that are half the price are actually twice the cost in the long run.

Adam Korman

December 13, 2023

Founders Guide: Leverage No-code with AI for Rapid Prototyping

Building an MVP allows you to validate your idea, gather feedback, and make necessary adjustments before investing more time and resources. It's a lean approach to product development that can save you from costly mistakes down the line, and with no-code and AI, it's never been easier! If you are building a software product, DON’T SKIP THIS STEP!