How to Turn Your Big Idea Into An App

Written by Sarah Smith
Published on Feb. 25, 2015
How to Turn Your Big Idea Into An App
 
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If you have a great idea for the next big app, the good news is that it is relatively accessible for anyone to have an app made. In today's world, there are millions of apps that are available. As a result, there are tens of thousands of skilled app developers like the Orange Digital Team available to help you to create the app of your dreams. If you have some extra savings to set aside for the project, you can probably have the app made relatively affordably. Even if you do not have enough money to pay the developer with cash, you may be able to get investors. This will explore how anyone with a bright idea can build a world-class app.
 
Assembling the Right Team
 
Although you might initially believe that your app could be successful if you work alone, the reality is that a team is generally required. Since you probably do not possess all of the knowledge that is needed to succeed, you may need to leverage the skills of other individuals. You should explore your network of social contacts and former associates who may be willing to partner with you on the venture. By working as a team, you will also have more resources to help ensure that the project will be successful. 
 
As the founder, you can expect to maintain the majority of the equity and dramatically increase the probability of success by partnering with others. Additionally, partners may be able to assist with networking and raising capital for the venture. Although many people believe this dream to be unrealistic, the reality is that millions of individuals around the world have been successful with this strategy.
 
Planning It Right
 
It all starts with a good idea, but that does not negate the importance of proper planning. It is critical that you and your founding team plan out the app carefully before proceeding with development. This will prevent unnecessary costs that could arise from having to redo the work. It is also important to conduct market research to ensure that there is adequate demand for the prospective product. This means that you will need to conduct extensive research on your target market and even conduct surveys to ensure that this market is interested in your idea. By doing this, you can prevent a potential disaster that could arise if you were to develop an app that had no demand. This will also help to reduce the risk of investing your limited capital into venture.
 
Developing the App
 
If you or one of your cofounders have specialized knowledge in app development, this step will be much easier. However, it is absolutely not a requirement to have previous experience in app development. You and your team can leverage the skills of a professional app developer to have it created. Although many people believe that this would be unaffordable, in reality it does not have to be. Many apps can be built for less than $10,000. 
 
Individuals desiring to make world-class apps should periodically reinvest revenue from app sales back into development to refine the app further. This means that it is not necessarily a requirement to come up with enough money to have the app developed from the start. In addition to this, you should view money spent on your app as an investment that will eventually yield a return on your investment. If you do not see it this way, it may not be a good idea to go into business developing an app.
 
Following Up
 
Even after the app is been created, it is important to continue improving and marketing the product. This will ensure that a steady stream of revenue continues to come in long into the future. By doing this, you can expect your new app to truly realize its full potential.
 
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