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Coreblue CTO, Dan, explores critical elements of the post-launch phase, including maintenance, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and ongoing feature development.

In custom software development, the concept of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) is crucial, yet it often receives mixed reactions due to its vague definition. However, for product owners, using an MVP strategy is the most efficient and low-risk way to ensure project success. This article aims to explain the benefits of using an MVP approach in software development and outline an approach to doing so.

Using an MVP to de-risk Custom Software Development

The launch of a custom software application marks a significant milestone in the journey of any software development project. To ensure long-term success and reliability, a well-structured post-launch plan is essential. In this article, Coreblue CTO, Dan, explores critical elements of the post-launch phase, including maintenance, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and ongoing feature development.

Managing (and budgeting for) the post-launch phase

In this article, Coreblue CTO, Dan, explores two project management methodologies and their application.

Effective project management is critical to the successful delivery of software projects. In this article, Coreblue CTO, Dan, explores two project management methodologies and their application.

Project management methodologies: Agile vs. Waterfall

This article looks at the objectives and outcomes of the technical discovery process.

In the previous article, we explored some of the reasons that software projects fail and identified that so much of the success of a custom software project comes down to effective planning and yet so many projects are started prematurely. This article looks at the objectives and outcomes of the technical discovery process, highlighting how it serves as a pivotal step in aligning a project's vision, goals, and execution strategy.

Setting firm foundations: The Discovery process

In this article, we'll delve into the primary reasons behind software development project failures.

From small startups to large enterprises, organisations across the globe are investing heavily in software projects to stay competitive and meet evolving customer demands. However, despite the enthusiasm and resources poured into these projects, software development failures continue to plague the industry. In this article, we'll delve into the primary reasons behind software development project failures.

Common reasons that software development projects fail

We explore the relative merits and pitfalls of different commercial models to help you determine the best approach for your project.

There are several different commercial models available when working with a custom software development agency. Below we explore the relative merits and pitfalls of different commercial models to help you determine the best approach for your project.

Exploring Commercial Models in Software Development

The following article provides a breakdown of the key roles within a typical development team.

In software development, knowing the team's makeup is vital for clients looking to bring their projects to life. The following article provides a breakdown of the key roles within a typical development team.

A Look Inside a Typical Software Development Team

Choosing the right tech partner is important and we hope the following guide might help with your selection process.

Building new technology is inherently difficult. Choosing the right tech partner is important and we hope the following guide might help with your selection process.

A guide to selecting the right technology partner

An introduction to Coreblue. A custom software development business that designs, builds and supports high-assurance software solutions.

Coreblue design, build and support high-assurance software solutions. We specialise in sectors where security, reliability, and risk mitigation are pivotal, upholding high standards of conduct, expertise, and commitment. We work hard to foster a culture of excellence, focussed on delivering value for our clients and have defined five core values that shape our approach.

The 5 'Core' Values that Define Coreblue

Coreblue is proud to announce its recent accolade as a "Great Place to Work." This recognition is testament to our ongoing commitment to our team.

Coreblue Awarded Great Place to Work

Discover how a sophisticated threat actor group compromised millions of customer websites in the recent GoDaddy security breach. Learn about the risks and stay protected

GoDaddy Security Breach

CoreBlue expand with opening of new office in Bristol as they increase their reach across the South West

Announcing our Bristol office

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Discover what Flutter is and why it's an increasingly popular choice for mobile app development in our latest blog

What is Flutter?

Plymouth based software development business team up with local social enterprise to build innovative volunteering app.

Building an Innovative Volunteering App with a Local Social Enterprise

Update your password now, as latest LastPass security breach revealed.

Update your password now, as LastPass security breach revealed.

Update your passwords now!

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CoreBlue are proud to hold the Bronze Award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS)

Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Award

ChatGBT is gaining pace, we explore what impact will it have on software developers.

ChatGPT is gaining pace, we explore what impact will it have on software developers.

Will ChatGPT replace software developers?

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Learn about what Laravel is and why it is so popular for developers.

Laravel is a popular open-source PHP web framework used for building web applications. It was created by Taylor Otwell in 2011 and has since become one of the most popular PHP frameworks, with a large and active community of users and contributors.

What is Laravel and why do we use it

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Scrum is one type of agile methodology, which is known for breaking projects down into sizable chunks called “sprints.” Find out how CoreBlue uses this agile approach in their software development.

Agile software development and Scrum explained

We explain why the discovery phase is critical to your software project's success

Why the discovery phase is key to project success

Our top 3 predicted software development trends for 2023

As businesses lean further into their digital evolution with continuous investment and change across their IT infrastructures, platforms, and applications, it's clear that software development is one of the key players within this shift.

Top 3 Software Development Trends for 2023

We're very excited to be awarded a place in the G-Cloud 13 digital marketplace. This will enable public sector organisations to access our cloud support solutions with ease.

CoreBlue delighted to be approved on the G-Cloud 13 framework

CoreBlue celerbrates our 6 year anniversary and matures with a brand refresh and new website

Back in the summer we celebrated our 6 year anniversary and we took a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've experienced so far.

Maturing with a brand refresh and new website

With cyber attacks on the rise, securing your applications has never been more important

With cyber attacks on the rise, securing your applications has never been more important.

Attacks are rising - are your applications secure?

CoreBlue commit to reducing their carbon footprint by at least 5% per annum and gain Planet Mark certification

The largest commercial bank in Rwanda needed a world-leading digital offering. We helped bring this to life and build internal capability to innovate products at speed.

Strengthening sustainability strategy with Planet Mark

CoreBlue commits to halve its carbon emissions by 2030 by becoming a proud signatory of the SME Climate Hub

CoreBlue joins SME Climate Hub and commits to halve greenhouse gas emissions before 2030 towards net zero before 2050.

CoreBlue steps up its climate action game

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CoreBlue are proud to become a Tech Talent Charter signatory, supporting the mission to increase diversity and inclusion across the UK tech sector

The team at CoreBlue are proud to have become a signatory for the Tech Talent Charter, as part of their commitment to support the nation in increasing the inclusivity and diversity of the tech workforce in the UK.

Championing diversity and inclusivity within tech

Ready to talk? Hit the link below to book some time in to our calendar.

Discuss your project

Ready to talk? Hit the link below to book some time into our calendar.

Building the foundations of a successful project with effective planning and technical discovery

Delivering assured innovation through custom software design and development projects

Ensuring long-term success with ongoing support and feature development

Aligning technical development with commercial objectives and operational requirements

We foster a supportive and inclusive working environment which promotes our own mission and values

Headquartered in the South West, we’re invested in giving back to our local communities.

Coreblue is committed to supporting the planet's sustainability

Our pledges are aligned with a number of UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Don't hesitate to get in touch with us! Whether you have a project in mind or simply want to learn more about our services, our team is ready to help.

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Using an MVP to de-risk Custom Software Development

Managing (and budgeting for) the post-launch phase

Project management methodologies: Agile vs. Waterfall

Setting firm foundations: The Discovery process

Common reasons that software development projects fail

Exploring Commercial Models in Software Development

A Look Inside a Typical Software Development Team

A guide to selecting the right technology partner

The 5 'Core' Values that Define Coreblue

Coreblue Awarded Great Place to Work

GoDaddy Security Breach

Announcing our Bristol office

What is Flutter?

Building an Innovative Volunteering App with a Local Social Enterprise

Update your passwords now!

Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Award

Will ChatGPT replace software developers?

What is Laravel and why do we use it

Agile software development and Scrum explained

Why the discovery phase is key to project success

Top 3 Software Development Trends for 2023

CoreBlue delighted to be approved on the G-Cloud 13 framework

Maturing with a brand refresh and new website

Attacks are rising - are your applications secure?

Strengthening sustainability strategy with Planet Mark

CoreBlue steps up its climate action game

Championing diversity and inclusivity within tech

Talk to us about your project