IT software – 5 reasons why You should not scrimp on it

Krzysztof Ostrowski

Dedicated systems and web applications are nowadays tools that virtually ensure the company's existence on the market. IT software can streamline the sales process or facilitate data and information flow within the organisation. Scrimping on such a key element increases the amount of time and, paradoxically, money it takes to complete the project.

Find out why it is not worth scrimping on IT system deployment!

  1. Quality has a price tag

    High-quality IT software, just like any other product, needs to be adequately priced. In the case of dedicated systems it is even more complicated, because the Customer often does not understand all the technicalities - they do not have to, anyway. What they do have to know, however, is that they can trust their partner and that for a proper price they will get what they need - even if they cannot clearly define it.

  2. Save some now, pay more in the end

    "Quick and cheap" rarely means "good". Experience has taught us that choosing the cheapest option is often the worst possible decision when it comes to business, because it starts to cause trouble as early as while developing the project. When the Customer is not happy with the cooperation with the cheapest developer, they face a difficult choice. Should they go on with the cooperation, to their own detriment, or should they find a new team in the middle of the project? We do not wish such a quandary to anyone!

  3. You pay for the people and their experience

    Remember that the price of the software includes not only the tool itself, but also the people who develop it. In the case of team leasing> the most valuable thing You pay for is a team of various professionals who can efficiently cooperate with one another. Besides, You get a clearly defined management process, tested task distribution, and a foolproof method of communication with the Customer. Intangible as these elements are, they significantly affect the ultimate outcome.

  4. Define the problem, and then solve it

    To define a problem well, in particular when it comes to more complex projects, You need to know the current state of IT in the company. An audit or an internal workshop will not only allow for more precise pricing, but also familiarise You with the team so that You can agree on the most efficient way of developing the project together. Therefore, do not be afraid to pay for consulting before You start acting at all - it will help You sort out and predict any problems You can face in the future.

  5. IT software is an investment, not just a price paid

    At Umbrella Limited we value deeds above all. It is not a problem for us to restate the offer or to adjust it to the Customer"s budget. Lowering the price, however, reduces the scope of what we can offer. Also, remember that long negotiations may delay the start of the project. Choose a high-quality product from an experienced provider and rest assured that everything will be all right, because IT software is a long-time investment, not an unnecessary cost.

Krzysztof Ostrowski

Krzysztof Ostrowski
CEO & Founder – effectively combines his IT skills with soft skills. He can prove how technology optimizes business and critically and thoroughly analyzes IT solutions. He looks for correlations and potential risks. His focus are long-term and high-quality relations with Clients and co-workers. He has been involved with the IT industry for 20 years. A graduate from Politechnika Poznańska.

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