In the world of custom software development, particularly when working with small businesses and entrepreneurs, there’s a term we often encounter: the “tarpit” idea. This term describes a project that, on the surface, seems innovative…
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The “Tarpit” Idea: How to Recognize and Avoid the Pitfalls that Can Sink Your Project
Dympna Williamson, Developer - Epic Business Apps | August 9, 2024
Transforming In-House Software to SaaS
Monica Gagnon, Staff Writer - Epic Business Apps | July 17, 2024
Small and mid-sized enterprises often develop custom software solutions to address unique aspects of their operations that off-the-shelf software does not cover. As these solutions prove successful internally, many businesses recognize that other companies in…
Prevent Website Downtime: Automate Your SSL Renewal Now
Dympna Williamson, Developer - Epic Business Apps | July 1, 2024
In today’s digital landscape, having an SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificate for your website is non-negotiable. Whether your site is a simple brochure, a bustling e-commerce platform, or a complex, database-driven business tool, securing it…
5 Easy Ways to Enhance Business Websites and Mobile Apps with Artificial Intelligence
Scott Curtis, CEO & Co-Founder - Epic Business Apps | December 20, 2023
In the digital age, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to stay ahead of the competition. One of the most transformative tools in this endeavor is Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI’s capabilities extend beyond mere automation,…
10 Ways to Boost App Engagement with Push Notifications
Scott Curtis, CEO & Co-Founder - Epic Business Apps | June 14, 2023
In the fast-paced world of mobile apps, staying connected with users is crucial for retaining and engaging them. One of the most effective tools in your arsenal to boost app engagement is push notifications. These…
Pros & Cons of a Website versus a Mobile App
Scott Curtis, CEO & Co-Founder - Epic Business Apps | December 22, 2022
In last month’s blog post, we began discussing the decision to launch a digital platform form as either a native mobile app or a mobile-optimized website. In part 1 of our post, we focused on…
Deciding between a Website or Native Mobile App
Scott Curtis, CEO & Co-Founder - Epic Business Apps | November 3, 2022
With many of our new clients, one of the initial considerations we help them to determine is whether their digital project should launch as a mobile-optimized website, or a native mobile app (on the App…
Top 5 Tips to Improve a Website’s On-Page SEO
Scott Curtis, CEO & Co-Founder - Epic Business Apps | February 3, 2022
After a decade of redesigning websites for all kinds of businesses, we’ve seen many examples of companies who paid very little attention to on-page SEO considerations. On-page SEO is the easiest, cheapest, and most important…
What is an MVP Software Application?
Scott Curtis, CEO & Co-Founder - Epic Business Apps | November 8, 2021
‘MVP’ stands for Minimum Viable Product. What does that mean in the context of building your mobile application or website platform? Let’s break it down… Whether you’re a business enterprise, or an entrepreneur, when building…
Great UX/UI for Websites & Mobile Apps
Scott Curtis, CEO & Co-Founder - Epic Business Apps | May 28, 2021
If you are thinking about hiring a web designer to create a new website, or redesign your existing website, you’ll undoubtedly hear “UX/UI” several times in your first phone call or meeting with them. UX/UI…