Enterprise Software Development
Enterprise software development is the process of building and integrating a large-scale system into an existing company’s IT infrastructure. This helps an enterprise increase productivity, streamline operations, and achieve business objectives.
About Enterprise Software Development
Typically, the larger a company, the more specialized its processes and tasks. In these situations, standard off-the-shelf software solutions often fall short. Custom software development, tailored to a company’s unique business processes, requirements, and challenges, becomes essential. Enterprise software development encompasses the entire process of creating these solutions from scratch. This includes integration with existing IT systems—a critical aspect for enterprises—and ongoing maintenance. Such bespoke development ensures that the software aligns perfectly with the specific needs and complexities of a large organization.
Enterprise software must be scalable to accommodate a company’s growth. It must handle increased data, more users, and a higher workload efficiently, without significant performance issues. Additionally, seamless integrations with other IT systems are crucial for ensuring smooth data flow and consistent operation. A custom solution also provides the opportunity to implement robust security measures. This implies following specific requirements set by the company’s headquarters. These measures minimize data breaches and unauthorized access. This secures the enterprise’s data and operations to remain secure as the company evolves.
Custom enterprise software development involves a careful selection of technologies from the client’s tech stack, chosen specifically to address the client’s challenges. These technologies influence not just the development process but also subsequent maintenance, performance, and scalability. The system requires continuous support and updates to ensure its security, compatibility with emerging technologies, and relevance to evolving business needs.
Benefits of Enterprise Software Development Services
Our qualified engineers build large-scale solutions tailored to your specific requirements, which are also easily integrated into your current ecosystem.
Relevant technologies
Develop a solution using your company’s tech stack
Adaptivity to high loads
Design your system so that it can withstand high loads effectively
High scalability
Prime your solutions so that they are ready for future growth and change
Integrability
Build a system featuring pre-built connections that can handle hundreds of integrations
Security
Your software will be built with the latest comprehensive security measures
Compliance with regulations
Ensure that your solutions meet specific industry standards and regulations
Customized solutions
Receive systems tailored to your specific business requirements
Data storage
Use cloud data storage for accommodating vast data volumes, with easy recovery
Simplified maintenance
Benefit from a predictable solution that is easy and inexpensive to maintain
Work Process
Enterprise software development consists of several stages, each requiring a certain team of engineers and other specialists. As a rule, teams pay much attention to integrations with other internal platforms.
1
Project planning
This initial phase involves estimating tasks, outlining actions, and setting priorities.
Team:
- Project Manager
2
Business analysis
We assess the client’s current systems, identify improvement opportunities, and develop task specifications.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
3
UI/UX design
Our focus here is on designing interfaces tailored for different user groups.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
- UI/UX Designer
4
Back-end development
This stage involves creating the server-side component of the software.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
- UI/UX Designer
- Back-end Engineers
- Manual QA Engineers
5
Front-end development
We develop the user-facing side of the software.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
- UI/UX Designer
- Front-end Engineers
- Manual QA Engineers
6
Integrations
Our team analyzes the systems to be integrated and implements bidirectional integrations.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
- UI/UX Designer
- Back-end Engineers
- DevOps Engineers
7
Testing
We conduct comprehensive testing, including manual, automated, unit, and integration testing.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Manual QA Engineer
- QA Automation Engineer
8
Implementation and training
In this final phase, we develop training materials and integrate the enterprise software into the client’s infrastructure.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Technical Writer
- DevOps Engineers
- Support Engineers
Our Clients
We develop large projects for clients across 27 countries, a significant number of which are featured on the Fortune 500 list.
When do you need Enterprise Software Development?
Enterprise software development services are essential when a company’s scale, structure, processes, workflows, and needs can’t be handled with standard or ready-made systems. A custom solution that is tailored to all requirements can facilitate business operations efficiently.
Consider when:
Scalability requirements
You want a system that grows and changes as your company does
Multiple integrations
You need to integrate many systems, databases, and third-party tools
Unique needs
Off-the-shelf software doesn’t suit your workflows, processes, and needs
Legacy software
You rely on outdated systems that need modernization
Competitive edge
You want to develop the functionality that gives you a competitive edge
Security requirements
You have to meet strict security compliance standards
Slow performance
Your existing systems work slowly
Many business tasks
Every department is an internal customer and solves its own tasks
Complex solutions
The systems you use are too challenging for your employees to understand
Data exchange issues
You don’t receive all the needed data in your systems or there are delays
Many bugs
There are many errors and shortcomings in your solutions
Issues with your vendor
Your current vendor doesn’t offer the services of the needed quality
Looking for an Enterprise Development Team?
Develop secure, scalable, and integrable solutions tailored to your business needs by partnering with our skilled developers
Our Software Development Standards
In our work, we follow international approaches and standards such as:
Management: | PMP |
Design: | ISO 9241-210 |
Programming: | Coding conventions, MDN Web Docs, Naming convention |
Python: | PEP 8 |
JS/TS: | ECMA, JavaScript Standard Style, Google TypeScript Style Guide, ESLint |
PHP: | PSR |
С#: | ReSharper |
HTML/CSS: | W3C |
Security: | GDPR |
Testing: | ISTQB |
Related Case Studies
Projects we are proud of
Why Choose SECL Group for Enterprise Software Development?
Our team, with experience in dozens of enterprise software projects, has a deep understanding of managing sophisticated systems and complex requirements. We are also skilled at integrating new solutions into existing company ecosystems, always adhering to industry best practices.
Vast portfolio
We have completed hundreds of software projects
Fortune 500 clients
We have experience working with Fortune 500 companies
Different types of systems
We have built various kinds of systems, from internal to external services
Numerous integrations
We have developed projects featuring hundreds of diverse integrations
Vast tech stack
We specialize in a range of technologies and can help you choose those most suitable for your project
Presence since 2005
We have been in the software development market since 2005
Experienced developers
We have senior engineers and tech leads with 10+ years of experience
82% senior engineers
We have an 82% seniority level in our team
Security best practices
We build enterprise solutions by adhering to Security by Design principles
Legacy systems
We have vast experience working with legacy software
Projects for well-known brands
We have worked with large companies, such as Kia, Tennet, PepsiCo, and Mazda
Detailed documentation
We always provide comprehensive documentation for our projects
KPIs for stakeholders
We help project stakeholders achieve high KPIs
Industry expertise
Our team has strong industry expertise
Bureaucracy
We know how to deal with corporate bureaucracy
SAP and Oracle integrations
We have integrated SAP, SalesForce, Oracle, and other complex systems
Legacy system integration
We have experience integrating legacy systems, such as SAP 2004
Certified specialists
We have certified specialists, such as those certified by ServiceNow
Qualified BAs
We have skilled business analysts who can appraise any business in detail
Strong technical teams
We have strong tech teams and our CEO is a former software developer
Enterprise projects
We specialize in working with enterprise companies
Flexible cooperation
Our tech specialists can work from a client’s office if necessary
Warranty Included
We offer warranty support for our developed systems
Easy maintenance
Our systems are easy to maintain, including by other teams
SLA 24/7
We can ensure SLA 24/7
99.99% uptime
We can guarantee an uptime of 99.99%
Data backup
We always complete data backups, even multi-level ones to prevent data loss
Penetration and load tests
We conduct penetration and load tests before handing over a project to the client
Collaborative partnerships
We can easily find common ground with a client’s tech team or contractors
Tailored engagement
In security-sensitive projects, for example banks, we can work via the client’s team lead
Experienced PMs
All of our PMs have vast experience working with enterprise clients
Our Awards
Authoritative Design Award
Behance Interaction Award
Technologies
We choose the technology stack for every software product development project individually. Here are those we specialize in.
Programming languages:
Web / Frameworks:
Databases / Data storage:
DevOps containers:
DevOps automation:
DevOps CI/CD:
DevOps monitoring:
Testing:
Clouds:
Industries
Core domains we specialize in
Additional domains we have experience in
FINANCE
REAL ESTATE
TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY
AGRICULTURE
MEDIA & PUBLISHING
And experience in over 20 other industries!
Results
Your software has a custom feature set
Your system remains efficient over time
Your software can handle vast amounts of data
Your solution is integrated seamlessly with all systems
Better control over data and making informed decisions
You increased process efficiency
Your software meets industry regulations and compliance requirements
Improved user experience and reduced training requirements
Your software is usable and fits the needs of different departments
All the issues in your system are eliminated and the tasks are completed
Data exchange is timely, prompt, and error-free
The vendor does a good-quality job and doesn’t let you down
All the important processes are automated
Your solution is protected from breaches and meets internal standards
FAQ
Here are our answers to some of the most frequently asked questions regarding enterprise software development. If we haven’t covered yours, get in touch with us to discuss the specifics.
What is enterprise software development?
Enterprise software development is the process of building custom solutions for large organizations, in order to meet their specific business requirements. These systems are typically complex and require a high level of specialist technical expertise.
What are the challenges of building enterprise software?
Enterprise software development can be challenging due to different factors. But above all else, project complexity determines the scale of challenge. When building large enterprise solutions, you will need to allocate substantial resources, and engage with specialists with proven skill and expertise. There are also many challenges related to third-party integration, especially when working with outdated software versions.
How long can enterprise software development take?
The timeline for an enterprise software development project can vary depending on size, complexity, and the team involved. Most projects take between 6 and 12 months to complete, while more complex projects may take years.