OUR Process

From concept to creation — Building Your app with equipm8

“There’s an App for that” – a phrase that caught traction with the advent of the smartphone. However, even today, many businesses are still looking for the right “App” to support their operations. Equipm8 takes a unique approach to this problem by building custom web-based Apps for businesses.

At Equipm8, we specialize in understanding what makes a business unique and mirroring this in each custom app’s program. The rest of this page focuses on our process and how we bridge the gap between “no solution” and “your solution.”

The Initial Consultation 

Firstly, we consider what assets your App will have an impact on. An asset can be equipment, active jobs, or even employees. You may have an asset with various classes or types. We distinguish these assets using descriptors. This first step determines what your app will govern and what makes it essential to your business.

Next, we consider the asset lifecycle within your business. This life cycle includes the various things that can happen to an asset. For example, assets may move from customer to customer, undergo inspections – repairs or modifications, or have multiple stages with different cost inputs. This step determines the variables that matter in the context of the asset. 

Finally, we determine why the actions happen to particular assets. For every action taken, there is a reason. Understanding these reasons outlines your business policy. This final stage is what we use to code your App’s functions. 

Development — Driven by Efficiency

Fast-Tracked Development

At Equipm8, we understand how quickly businesses change to adapt to market forces. Today's fast-paced markets are why Equipm8 Apps launch within a matter of weeks without compromising on quality and always leaving the door open for updates down the road. 

Custom Database Design

Every database is unique. We begin by drafting the architecture of your App on pen and paper. From these initial sketches, we build the tables that will serve as the foundation for your database. Unlike a standard table, our tables only use columns. Rows are entirely for data bits that populate based on user interaction. Initial database management done on Google Sheets means we can seamlessly transition your data to Google’s Cloud and SQL when data demands more robust processing and storage capabilities. 

Programming the App Functions

We primarily write functions in JavaScript and Python, ensuring the smoothest and most responsive user experience. This fusion of programming languages allows us to build Apps that are not just functional but also versatile.  Functions are hosted on Equipm8’s Network or our Cloud Partner, Google.

Client Engagement and Testing

Continuous communication with our clients has been vital to our ongoing success. Your feedback during the final testing is invaluable in writing a program that works for you. During this phase, your App synchronizes seamlessly with your existing operations. Our team loves to meet the users, and we genuinely find this stage to be one of the most fulfilling of the entire process. 

Launching the App

Our job continues after your App goes live. We continue to ensure data integrity through regular maintenance and monitoring. We also standby to provide training, support, and any necessary tweaks. Additionally, our clients often think of new functions they want to integrate into their custom App. We are always open to discussing these options with you. 

Your Partner for Digital Solutions

Your business is unique, and so are your challenges. At Equipm8, we have continually met these challenges by building Apps that are just as unique as each business we partner with. If you want to see one of our apps in action, check out our latest project, GasM8, a solution for tracking welding cylinders!

Want to build your own business App with Equipm8? Get in touch with us today to set up your free consultation