Microsoft Application Development Services

Windows application development is the design and development of software built to run within Microsoft Windows environments.

Applications can range from internal desktop tools and operational systems to complex enterprise applications connected to databases, cloud services and other business platforms.

We can develop custom Windows applications around specific business, operational and technology requirements.

These can include internal business tools, workflow applications, data-driven desktop applications, enterprise systems, administrative applications and applications that integrate with existing databases, cloud platforms and business systems.

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iSolve Mobility develops bespoke applications around your users, business processes, data and existing technology environment rather than forcing requirements into a predefined software product.

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The first stage of application development can be used to understand the business problem, users, processes, existing systems and technical requirements before determining the most appropriate solution and development approach.

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An existing application can be assessed to determine whether the best approach is to maintain, extend, modernise or replace it.

This can include improving the user interface, application architecture, databases, integrations, deployment, security and cloud connectivity while retaining valuable existing functionality.

Our Microsoft technology capability includes C#, ASP.NET, .NET, Azure, Azure DevOps, Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, Dataverse, SQL Server, Azure SQL and Microsoft Fabric.

The technologies used depend on the application requirements, existing environment and long-term architecture.

Microsoft Windows applications can be developed using technologies such as C#, .NET and related Microsoft development frameworks.

The appropriate technology is selected according to the type of application, its existing architecture, integration requirements, performance requirements and future roadmap.

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Windows applications can be integrated with databases, APIs and existing enterprise platforms so information and workflows can move between systems rather than remaining in disconnected applications.

Integration requirements are assessed as part of the application’s architecture and development scope.

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Azure forms part of iSolve Mobility’s Microsoft technology capability and can be used alongside application development for cloud infrastructure, databases, identity, integrations, data processing and other cloud services.

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Depending on the requirements, applications can work with Microsoft services including SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive and Microsoft Power Platform.

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SQL development, SQL Server administration, Azure SQL and Azure Managed SQL form part of iSolve Mobility’s Microsoft capability.

Applications can be designed to work with existing databases or new data environments depending on the project requirements.

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iSolve Mobility provides low-code application development using Microsoft Power Apps and intelligent automation using Microsoft Power Automate.

Power Platform can be used independently or alongside custom Microsoft application development where more complex functionality or integrations are required.

Microsoft Power Apps can be used to create applications for business processes such as CRM, field services, inventory management, expense reporting, approvals, operational workflows and internal business tools.

Whether Power Apps or custom development is the better approach depends on the complexity, integrations, scale and long-term requirements of the application.

In the right use case, Power Apps can reduce the amount of custom development required and accelerate delivery.

For more complex applications, however, custom development or a combination of Power Platform and traditional Microsoft development may provide a more suitable long-term solution.

Power Apps is built within the Microsoft cloud ecosystem and supports capabilities such as identity management, access controls and role-based permissions.

Additional security and governance requirements should be defined according to the organisation’s data, users, systems and compliance requirements.

Security requirements are considered as part of application architecture, development, integration and deployment.

The specific controls required depend on factors such as the data being processed, user roles, authentication requirements, integrations, infrastructure and regulatory environment.

Application architecture is designed around current requirements while considering expected growth, future integrations and changing business needs.

Using established Microsoft technologies, structured application architecture and appropriate cloud services can make applications easier to maintain, extend and scale over time.

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Testing forms part of iSolve Mobility’s application delivery and quality framework.

Applications are tested against agreed functional and technical requirements before implementation, with the level and type of testing determined by the complexity and risk profile of the solution.

Development time depends on the application’s scope, complexity, number of features, integrations, existing systems and technical requirements.

A relatively focused application may be delivered substantially faster than a complex enterprise application involving multiple systems, user roles, data sources and security requirements.

The project scope and delivery plan are defined before development begins.

The cost depends on the application’s complexity, functionality, integrations, architecture, development effort and ongoing support requirements.

Assessing the requirements first allows the project to be scoped properly and the most appropriate development approach to be recommended.

A cross-platform application is designed to operate across more than one operating system or device environment rather than being developed exclusively for a single platform.

Whether native Windows or cross-platform development is appropriate depends on the users, required functionality, performance requirements and devices that need to be supported.

iSolve Mobility has experience with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies and can work within a client’s preferred delivery model.

Where appropriate, Agile supports iterative development, regular client visibility and earlier feedback throughout the project.

The final deliverables depend on the agreed project scope and can include the completed application, integrations, deployment components and associated technical documentation required for implementation and ongoing support.

Specific deliverables should be defined as part of the project scope before development begins.

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iSolve Mobility’s application delivery and quality framework covers design, development, testing and implementation as well as ongoing maintenance and support.

This can include bug fixes, security and compatibility updates, performance improvements, new features and changes required as business or technology requirements evolve.

The appropriate measures depend on why the application is being developed.

These can include reduced manual work, improved productivity, faster processes, fewer errors, better system integration, improved access to information, reduced operating costs and better user experiences.

Defining these outcomes during discovery helps ensure the application is designed around measurable business requirements.

Windows application development is suited to organisations that need software tailored to specific business processes, users, systems or technology environments.

This can include organisations replacing legacy applications, developing internal operational tools, integrating disconnected systems or building enterprise applications that cannot be adequately supported by off-the-shelf software.

Look beyond development capability alone.

Consider the company’s Microsoft technology experience, understanding of enterprise systems, integration capability, approach to security and quality assurance, ability to support existing applications, delivery methodology and capacity to provide ongoing support after launch.

The right development partner should be able to understand the business problem as well as the technology required to solve it.