Mobile App Development - Solutions Resource https://solutionsresource.com Mon, 30 Jun 2025 01:35:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://solutionsresource.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/cropped-round-logo-32x32.png Mobile App Development - Solutions Resource https://solutionsresource.com 32 32 Why Your SME Needs Its Own App https://solutionsresource.com/why-your-sme-needs-its-own-app/ Wed, 07 May 2025 05:39:55 +0000 https://solutionsresource.com/?p=6159 Insights from Jet Castro of Solutions Resource Originally published: April 2014 | As featured in Entrepreneur Magazine – Philippines In an era where smartphones are an extension of the self, mobile apps have become essential tools not just for big brands—but also for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). In a 2014 Entrepreneur Magazine Philippines feature, […]

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Insights from Jet Castro of Solutions Resource

Originally published: April 2014 | As featured in Entrepreneur Magazine – Philippines

In an era where smartphones are an extension of the self, mobile apps have become essential tools not just for big brands—but also for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). In a 2014 Entrepreneur Magazine Philippines feature, Jet Castro, Managing Director of Solutions Resource, championed the idea that custom mobile apps can level the playing field for SMEs, giving them the ability to operate smarter and connect with customers on a deeper level.

“A custom-developed mobile app can support various business functions,” Castro shared. “It results in better customer service and reduced headcount.”

📲 Mobile App vs. Mobile Website: Know the Difference

Unlike mobile-responsive websites, mobile apps offer a personalized, immersive experience tailored to your business processes. For example, Solutions Resource helped a logistics company digitize its entire operation—from dispatching to real-time tracking—by building an app specifically designed around its workflows.

🎯 Start with Purpose

Jet advises SMEs to begin with a clear problem in mind:

  • Are you trying to streamline operations?
  • Engage customers directly?
  • Improve service delivery?

A well-defined goal ensures the development process remains focused and adds tangible value to your business.

🤝 App Development Is a Partnership

Solutions Resource emphasizes that app development should be a collaborative process. While the development team brings technical expertise and tools, it’s the business owner who provides the operational insight that shapes a truly effective product. The overall cost of development today can vary widely depending on the app’s complexity, features, and platforms involved. What’s most important is a flexible, phased approach—allowing businesses to prioritize their needs and scale the solution over time based on evolving goals and budgets.

🧩 Build in Phases

“We deliver in phases depending on what is most urgent,” said Castro, highlighting the Agile and iterative approach. This gives SMEs room to work within budgets while still moving forward with technology.

💡 Real-World Use Cases

The article highlighted how local businesses benefited from going mobile:

  • Imodium Tracker – Guided users to nearby restrooms and drugstores.
  • Hizon’s Catering App – Wedding planning with navigation tools.
  • Manila Doctors’ App – Doctor directory and appointment schedules.
  • Seattle Humane App – Pet adoption visibility via mobile.

📊 Think Long-Term

As Nevelyn Custodio of Solutions Resource stated, the long-term benefits are substantial. “Owning your platform gives you more control over data, experience, and your brand’s direction.”

Looking to Future-Proof Your SME?

Building your own mobile app isn’t just a trend—it’s a step toward long-term growth and smarter operations.

📩 Contact Solutions Resource today to explore how we can help bring your business into the mobile-first future.

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“Importance of Having An App”

Donovan Neale-May, executive director of CMO Council, IDC, and Chad Pollitt of Kuno Creative point out that in October 2011, the number of times that an app was placed on a mobile device was 10.9 billion (“2016. and Pollitt and IDC. Tuesday, October 25, 2011”). This means that a lot of people downloaded apps onto their mobile devices. As a result of this trend, small firms must have an app for their operations.

“Additional Benefits Of Having An App”

There are a large number of reasons for why small businesses should have an app:

  • Customers can receive coupons and discounts from a firm through an app (“Thompson. November 4, 2015.”).
  • Provide quick high quality service to customers and potential clients. These internet users could receive an answer to their questions through an app. (“Lopez. July 28, 2015.”).
  • Provide an effective way for an internet user to schedule an appointment with an organization. Appointments can be
  • booked with an app (“Lopez. July 28, 2015.”).

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“Conclusion”

Small businesses should contact Solutions Resource if they need a mobile app created for their operation. That way, those audiences can receive a mobile app from Solutions Resource at a price that they can afford. Additionally, small firms can receive an app for their operations from Solutions Resource in a timely manner. Therefore, those markets should visit Solutions Resource’s website at https://solutionsresource.com/ to contact the company and learn about the firm’s mobile app development services.

“References”

1.) “Mobile Marketing Facts & Stats” by Donovan Neale-May. CMO Council. 2016. Retrieved Friday, February 19, 2016. Web. (“https://www.cmocouncil.org/facts-stats-categories.php?view=all&category=mobile-marketing”)

2.) “Why Small Businesses Should Have Their Own Mobile Apps” by Jose Lopez. SmallBizDaily and GrowBiz Media. July 28, 2015. Retrieved Friday, February 19, 2016. Web. (“http://www.smallbizdaily.com/small-businesses-mobile-apps/”)

3.) “Why Does Your Business Need A Mobile App?” by Melissa Thompson. Small Business Trends LLC. November 4, 2015. Retrieved Friday, February 19, 2016. Web. (“http://smallbiztrends.com/2015/11/business-need-a-mobile-app.html”)

4.) “15 Mobile Marketing Statistics Every Marketer Should Know” by Chad Pollitt and IDC. Kuno Creative. Tuesday, October 25, 2011. Retrieved Friday, February 19, 2016. Web. (“http://www.kunocreative.com/blog/bid/66405/15-Mobile-Marketing-Statistics-Every-Marketer-Should-Know”)

Author: Tyler Nelson-Administrative and Marketing Intern At Solutions Resource, LLC

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