Compared to Waterfall, Agile methodology is now being increasingly adopted by companies worldwide for software development.

Waterfall Methodology

The waterfall is a sequential model where software development is segregated into a sequence of pre-defined phases – including feasibility, planning, design, build, testing, production, and support. On the other hand, the Agile development methodology follows a linear sequential approach while providing flexibility for changing project requirements, as they occur.

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Top 10 differences between Agile & Waterfall Methodology

1. The software development process is divided into different phases in the Waterfall model. Agile methodology segregates the project development lifecycle into sprints
2. The waterfall is a structured software development methodology and oftentimes can be quite rigid. Agile methodology is known for its flexibility
3. According to the Waterfall model, software development is to be completed as one single project, which is then divided into different phases, with each phase appearing only once during the SDLC. However, the Agile methodology can be considered as a collection of many different projects, which are nothing but the iterations of the different phases focusing on improving the overall software quality with feedback from users or the QA team
4. If you want to use the Waterfall model for software development, then you have to be clear with all the development requirements beforehand as there is no scope of changing the requirements once the project development starts. The Agile methodology, on the other hand, is quite flexible. It allows for changes to be made in the project development requirements even after the initial planning has been completed
5. All the project development phases such as designing, development, testing, etc. are completed once in the Waterfall model while as part of the Agile methodology, they follow an iterative development approach. As a result, planning, development, prototyping, and other software development phases can appear more than once during the entire SDLC
6. One of the major differences between Agile and Waterfall development methodology is their individual approach toward quality and testing. In the Waterfall model, the “Testing” phase comes after the “Build” phase, but, in the Agile methodology, testing is typically performed concurrently with programming or at least in the same iteration as programming
7. While the Waterfall methodology is an internal process and does not require the participation of customers, the Agile software development approach focuses on customer satisfaction and thus, involves the participation of customers throughout the development phase
8. The Waterfall model can be regarded as a stringently sequential process, however, the Agile methodology is a highly collaborative software development process, thereby leading to better team input and faster problem solving
9. The Waterfall model is best suited for projects which have clearly defined requirements and in which change is not expected at all, while Agile development supports a process in which the requirements are expected to change and evolve. Thus, if you are planning to develop software that would require frequent overhauls and has to keep up with the technology landscape and customer requirements, Agile is the best approach to follow
10. The Waterfall model exhibits a project mindset and lays its focus strictly on the completion of project development, while Agile introduces a product mindset that focuses on ensuring that the developed product satisfies its end customers, and changes itself as the requisites of customers change

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Computer vision has numerous applications; in healthcare, security, automotive, robotics, sports, and others. It’s a market that is expected to reach close to $22 billion by 2026.

This type of artificial intelligence takes as input any graphic material such as photos, illustrations, videos, or CCTV footage, and strives to identify objects as recurring patterns. This is an iterative process that becomes more accurate when a large number of slightly different images are used. Right now, some algorithms are already over 95% reliable, even in high-precision fields such as cancer diagnosis or automotive quality assurance.

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Here are some of the applications of computer vision in notable business sectors.

Improving Diagnostics in Healthcare

Early diagnosis, in some cases, can make the difference between life and death. Computer vision can provide fast and accurate identification of specific tumors and confirm their malign nature. The results have exceeded even those of very skilled oncology professionals, reaching 95%. This is because CV can go beyond the skin surface and think in 3D rather than analyzing just the outline.

Advancements in this area lead to the further development of geometric deep learning tools. These are algorithms that can learn to read a biopsy much more quicker than humans. If, until now, a doctor was just double-checking the results with the computer, soon we can expect these two roles to swap.

For example, Ekotek Technology developed an AI platform called eMed with the ability to collect, label, training, and test medical images from a wide range of hospitals, and medical institutions. After that, the system can help doctors analyze the images and automatically detects different kinds of disease such as Brain Aneurysm, Spine Fracture, and Dental Cyst.

Another disease that could benefit from the progress of computer vision is Alzheimer’s. Deep learning algorithms can learn to track the activity of brain cells and identify spikes and valleys in the functioning of the brain. This is an area where doctors could never monitor the patient at such a level of detail.

Making the World a Safer Place

Human rights activists are fighting against more surveillance and warning the world that Big Brother is already here for good reasons. As Caty O’Neil warns in “Weapons of Math Destruction”, algorithms are dangerous due to their black-box nature (offering little or no information about their underlying decisions), the bias of the training sets used, and the potential for built-in discrimination.

Yet, computer vision is making the world safer everywhere: at airports, concert halls, stadiums, and museums. Public places have become a favorite target of terrorists and other potentially dangerous individuals, and identifying such threats as soon as possible is necessary.

The challenge is building models that will be accurate enough to identify potential criminals on the go, even if those individuals are wearing makeup or disguises. Some of the underlying technologies include isoluminant to address differences rendered by light angles and 3D template matching.

Enhancing the Automotive Industry

Self-driving cars are the most obvious application of computer vision, but there are a lot of other uses in the automotive industry. This sector is known to be an early adopter of all new technologies, and industrial manufacturers are some of the biggest clients of CV providers. Less glamorous uses of CV in the automotive industry include parts and paint inspection, welding, and robotic automation on the production line.

Coming back to autonomous vehicles, they typically feature cameras to detect objects around them and avoid collisions, but they also deploy LiDAR systems. These operate in a similar way to bats: sending out a (light) signal and evaluating the response from the object.

Facilitating Retail Experiences

The barcode was a revolution in retail, but that standard should be retired, as it’s 40 years old already. The current state of computer vision allows stores to monitor shoppers and automatically scan their shopping carts as they walk between the aisles.

This is not the only change CV can bring to this industry. It can offer a personalized shopping experience if the system uses facial recognition to identify clients—much like a loyalty card. This is a step up from regular VIP programs.

Another way CV can increase sales is by digitizing the shelf. Using CCTV footage and computer vision technology can translate into a digital version of the merchandising efforts. For example, companies could have accurate reports of the clients’ interactions with their products, including how many times they pick items up and put them back (similar to abandoned carts online), and determining how much space competitors take on the shelves.

Assisting with Better Crops and Livestock Counting

Automation is as necessary for agriculture as it is for industrial processes. The increased pressure to cut costs means that more and more activities have to be delegated to robots. Computer vision can help in mapping, estimating crop yield, counting livestock, and more tasks, including soil analysis.

Some of these solutions can be so accurate that they map out the chemical composition of the soil, a piece of information that’s especially useful when buying agricultural land or converting existing crops.

Another possible use is evaluating the ripeness degree of crops to plan out work and hire seasonal staff. This is especially important for those crops which have a short harvest window before they become unusable.

Room for Improvement

Although CV has the power to change business workflows as we know them, the technology still has a hard time tackling small visual variations—i.e. classifying something like an ostrich with just a little bit of added noise in the original image.

Each step of the process needs to be improved. Classifying images requires extensive libraries of millions of tagged images taken from different angles, with color saturation and lighting variations. Segmentation requires refinement in how object borders are detected and color-coded.

As the technology improves gradually, though, it will penetrate more sectors and help professionals make decisions faster and safer while giving customers and users more efficient, powerful experiences.

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What Is NFT Minting?

NFT Minting is quite simply the act of tokenizing a digital asset on the blockchain – forever. It’s how you make any asset into a one-of-a-kind NFT.

Without diving deep into the technicalities, the minting process follows these simple steps

• Creating a smart contract: when an NFT is minted, you’re essentially writing smart contracts (self-executing contracts) onto the blockchain
• Paying gas fee: to write a new smart contact onto the blockchain, you need to pay gas fees (transaction fees) as a kind of operational cost
• Sell NFTs: your NFTs are sold at the end of the minting process

Despite the largely similar minting process, currently white label NFT marketplaces and minting systems employ different minting processes. namely traditional minting and lazy minting – both of which differ by the time of minting.

1. Traditional NFT minting

With traditional minting, an NFT is minted at the point of creation and thus helps to eliminate gas fees for buyers. In this way, buyers have more incentive to buy as they won’t be discouraged by the potential gas fees that come with each NFT creation.

However, for NFT creators who want to get into the NFT space, this could mean another entry barrier that they have to overcome as there’s not always a guarantee that their minted NFTs can be sold. In the big picture, this means that the way that traditional minting worked could potentially lead to a supply and demand problem – there are not enough people creating NFTs to drive mass NFT adoption.

2. Lazy NFT minting – Free NFT Minting for Creators

Faced with the limitations that come with traditional minting, lazy minting is a new minting method that’s been gaining popularity lately. When an NFT is lazy-minted, the NFT is minted at the point of purchase and not at the point of creation, and unlike traditional minting where the NFT creators are the ones who pay for the gas fee, with lazy minting, it’s the buyer who has to pay the gas fee – and therein lies the problem.

With buyers now being the primary ones to pay the gas fee (since there are cases when sellers have to pay instead – e.g., accepting a buying offer from buyers), lazy minting comes with some benefits that are too good to pass up for NFT creators:

• Low entry barriers: creating NFTs in a lazy minting system means that it’s free NFT minting, and creators could feel encouraged to create NFTs
• Reduce network congestion: since an NFT is only minted at the point of purchase, this means fewer network activities, and potentially no more network congestion

With all that said, it can be hard to differentiate between these two, so here’s a comparison table to help you understand the two minting methods better:

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Where can you mint NFTs – NFT minting platform?

If you’re just getting started in the NFT space, you’ll want to create your NFTs in either an aggregated NFT marketplace (such as Opensea or Rarible), or use a minting system – and fortunately, both options already have the underlying logic of minting NFTs worked out for you.

1. Aggregated NFT Marketplaces

An aggregated NFT marketplace, as its name suggests, is an NFT marketplace with a concentrated number of NFT creators. Currently, an aggregated NFT marketplace offers the best way for new NFT creators to start selling their NFTs immediately thanks to the increased exposure and visibility that comes with the sheer size of the marketplace, but it does come with its own limitations as well which are lack of branding & scalability.

Pros:

• Increased exposure and visibility

Cons:

• Lots of competition
• Lack of scalability & branding

Cost:

• Free to start
• Has transaction fee

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2. Your Own NFT Minting Website

Alternatively, for bigger brands who want a more permanent solution, developing one’s own minting system is a more scalable solution in the long term. To develop your own minting system, you would have to rely on solution providers to take care of the job for you, but the end result should be a minting system that is able to scale your NFT project into the future well better than any aggregated NFT marketplace can.

Pros:

• Capable of minting thousands of NFTs at once
• You can bring your smart contracts to multiple popular NFT marketplaces
• You decide your own royalties

Cons:

• Not as convenient as creating NFTs right on aggregated NFT marketplaces

Costs

• Can be costly to choose a good minting system

Factors to consider when choosing where to mint your NFT

There’s not a one-size-fits-all solution for all business needs, so there are various factors to consider when choosing a platform to mint your NFTs:

Your minting goals

If you’re just getting started in the NFT space, chances are you would want to test the water first by creating a small NFT profile – it could be a small shop on aggregated NFT marketplaces such as Opensea, or your own branded NFT marketplace, created by white-label NFT platforms such as NFTify.

In this way, even if you didn’t manage to sell any NFT, there’s no investment loss, and at least you gained some experience by trying it out.

But for bigger NFT projects, it’s a different story. You might want to consider launching your own fully-functional NFT minting system that you can have total control over because the limitations that come with aggregated NFT marketplaces can affect you in the long run. If you’re going down this route, consider looking into solution providers who can develop for you a white label NFT minting platform.

Your budget – gas fee?

Budget plays an important role here when you’re considering where to mint NFTs. For most projects, going with free-to-start platforms such as Opensea or NFTify should be more than sufficient for their needs.

But for NFT projects that need more than what these platforms offer, consider looking into white-label solution providers such as Ekotek Technology. White-label solution providers will be able to develop for you a more tailored NFT minting system that fits your needs the best, but in exchange for this service, the solution can require a certain amount of investment.

How to Mint an NFT?

Since most of the popular NFT marketplaces and minting systems nowadays support lazy minting, the minting process for your NFTs has become rather affordable. To mint an NFT, all you need to do is to list your NFT for sale on your store/marketplace, and the minting process – the process of tokenizing the digital asset on the blockchain – is done when a buyer purchases the NFT.

If you’re just getting started with minting NFTs, here’s the ideal approach:

•  Step 1: Create your assets

The first–and most crucial step– is to decide what your NFTs are going to be, which means creating the assets that are to be used for the creation of your NFTs. By default, NFTs are only the unique tokens that live on the blockchain, and it’s down to you to create unique, captivating NFTs.

•  Step 2: Decide where you want to sell

When you have decided on what your NFTs will be, it’s time to decide where you want to sell it. Ideally, you’ll want to sell your NFTs where your target audience is at – and this means aggregated NFT marketplaces where you can publish your NFTs to a mas mass audience.

However, it’s important to note that some NFT marketplaces do not support importing existing smart contracts so it’s also important to look into this beforehand.

•  Step 3: Mint your NFTs

After you’ve decided on where you want to sell your NFTs, it’s time to mint them. You might want to look into what kind of minting method your NFT marketplace or your minting system use because chances are, they might not support lazy minting, and you might have to pay a gas fee when listing your NFTs.

Additionally, in this step, it’s crucial to look into the NFT marketplaces and minting systems that you’re minting from and see what their policies have to offer. With current NFT marketplaces, for example, you can be earning less-than-ideal revenues from your secondary sales since you’re not in total control of setting your royalties.

•  Step 4: The NFTs become forever minted on the blockchain

After you have created your NFTs (traditional minting) or after a buyer has purchased your NFT (lazy minting,) the NFT becomes forever minted on the blockchain. From this point, you can get to earn royalties from secondary sales of your NFTs.

Conclusion

And that concludes everything you need to know about minting NFTs. With all this newfound knowledge, we hope that you can now feel more confident venturing into the NFT space and start minting your first NFTs.

And in case you want to start your own minting website where you can have total control over your royalties and your NFTs, we have your back. Read more about how to develop your own minting system today, and see case studies of how well others are doing with Ekotek’ white-label minting systems and white-label NFT marketplaces.

FAQs

1. How long does it take to mint an NFT?
The actual process of uploading and minting your NFT shouldn’t take more than ten minutes maximum.

2. How much does it cost to mint an NFT?
This depends on the marketplace you’re using. But you can mint for as low as $4 or even cheaper on Polygon.

3. Can you mint an NFT for free?
So far, the only way to mint an NFT for free is by using the Moralis Rarible plugin in your NFT contract.

4. How do I mint an NFT collection?
To mint an NFT, you need to upload your files and pay for the gas fees to list them on the marketplace.

5. What happens after I’ve sold my NFT?
The NFT will be in the wallet of the buyer and you stand a chance of receiving royalties as it changes hands.

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The limitations of human surveillance…

“The key in business surveillance is that no important event goes unnoticed. Humans are required to manage crises, but we don’t do so well in monitoring hundreds of screens simultaneously,” said Cas Nguyen, business development manager of eTheia.

“The viable solution here is enhancing the traditional CCTV system with advanced software that can store, search and analyze all the recorded footage.” 

The main challenges of security lie in the human factor and the system’s capacity. 

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And so eTheia Video Analytics System (VAS) was created with the mission to make surveillance easier and better. 

How easier? eTheia can be quickly installed as an add-on software on existing surveillance systems with up to thousands of cameras and information sources. How better? Our AI algorithms were perfected for over a decade to drill down on every aspect of surveillance, with industry-leading accuracy of more than 98%. 

With a focus on the object and human activities, eTheia comes with 20 AI-powered functions to be configured following your organization’s unique structure and requirements, including

• Object Detection: abandoned and stolen objects
• Human Behavior: identify medical emergencies (accident, falling, kneeling) and violations (tampering, tailgating, waste dumping, etc.)
• Security Enhancement: detect security breaches (intrusion, loitering, line-crossing) as well as fire and smoke. 
• Traffic Management: capture a wide range of violations such as red-light running, wrong-way driving, non-helmet, phone usage & more.

To protect and advance your business

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And the web3 gaming landscape, as a part of the global gaming movement, has also experienced rapid growth that shows potential to become the next natural stage of the gaming industry. Web 3 gaming has now become a $1.5 billion industry, with over 1 million active players. The projected numbers also show that this industry is expected to grow tenfold by 2025 and eventually replace traditional games.

Despite all this projected growth, the current Web3 gaming industry has a sustainability problem. Too many gaming projects are created with the goal of maximizing revenue as fast as possible, without giving a thought about sustainability and how long the projects will last.

Realizing all this, this litepaper will address this sustainability challenge and prose solutions to hopefully help you devise better actions for your gaming project. If you want a dedicated web3 gaming development team to turn these insights into action, Ekotek Technology is always here to help.

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1. A quick Web3 gaming walkthrough

2. Factors to consider for your Web3 game project

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Fast forward to now, shortsighted planning has caused a sustainability problem for the Web3 gaming industry. Hundreds of Web3 game projects come out every year but only a few of them can retain their value in the long run. And with the hype gradually and eventually slowing down, keeping players engaged has become a problem since prioritizing the “earn” factor is no longer a valid strategy.

A sustainable Web3 game ecosystem is the way forward, but getting a whole ecosystem right is still the hard part for upcoming game projects out there. Realizing all these challenges, in this lite paper, we’ll show you the latest tactics to create a web3 game ecosystem that you can employ to create a sustainable web3 ecosystem.

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Why Vietnam for Outsourcing Web3 Development?

Vietnam has been the go-to destination for technology since the last decade, trusted by global corporations like Apple, Samsung, IBM, Microsoft, Intel, Nokia & more. The main drivers fuelling this movement are:

• The nation’s political stability and continuous socio-economic growth.
• A significantly lower cost for development services – 30% cheaper than India, 50% cheaper than China, and a shocking 90% compared to the US.
• A steady stream of foreign direct investment from the US, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and China
• A rich and skilled workforce of over 500,000 individuals in the technology sector, and 50,000+ graduating every year (data from the Ministry of Education & Training)
• The dynamic young demographics are tech-savvy and well-educated.

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Top Web3 Development Companies in Vietnam

Based on the information from Clutch, we rank all Vietnamese companies providing Web3 development, based on various factors including:

• Company size
• Project size
• Client reviews
• Range of Web3 services & solutions

Do note that all of these criteria are recorded at the time of writing and are subject to change in the future. Now let’s get right into it:

Company	Description
1. Ekoios Technology Visit website	Ekoios offers the most diverse range of Web3 development services & white-label solutions, with a proven track record of 200+ successful projects delivered to startups and enterprises worldwide. The firm’s strengths lie in its technical and consulting expertise in end-to-end development, and the commitment to on-time and high-quality delivery with excellent customer service. Founded: 2018 Employees: 200+ Hourly rate: $25 – $49 Project size: $10,000+ Review score: 4.9 (9 reviews) Web3 services: 6 Web3 solutions: 9
2. SotaTek Visit website	As a part of Sota Holdings, SotaTek is a global Software Development as a Service (SDaaS) & Blockchain Development group with 1000+ in-house headcounts. They deliver sustainable Software Development (Web/App/Game), Blockchain, AI & Machine Learning, ERP & CRM, and Cloud solutions with success guaranteed. Founded: 2015 Employees: 500+ Hourly rate: $25 – $49 Project size: $10,000+ Review score: 5.0 (29 reviews) Web3 services: 7 Web3 solutions: 1
3. Newwave Solutions Visit website	Established in 2011, Newwave Solutions is a custom software development company with over 300 employees dedicated to providing efficient solutions. Blockchain development is one of their new offerings, but the company has gained for themselves quite a portfolio in this area. Founded: 2011 Employees: 300+ Hourly rate: <$25 Project size: $10,000+ Review score: 4.8 (26 reviews) Web3 services: 6 Web3 solutions: 1
4. Savvycom Visit website	With over a decade of experience, Savvycom has hands-on experience in Web3 services and solutions. Boasting over 93% customer retention rate, they have a good track record of producing good quality works while still remaining affordable and quick to deliver. Founded: 2009 Employees: 300+ Hourly rate: $25 – $49 Project size: $50,000+ Review score: 4.8 (9 reviews) Web3 services: 7 Web3 products: 5
5. Synodus Visit website	Synodus is one of the fastest growing Web3 companies in Vietnam, thanks to their results-oriented work ethics, their seasoned subject-matter experts and passionate engineering team who can assist you at any stage of your journey to success. Founded: 2019 Employees: 100+ Hourly rate: $25 – $49 Project size: $5,000+ Review score: 5.0 (3 reviews) Web3 services: 9 Web3 products: 3
6. MLTech Visit website	With over 100+ digital solutions delivered and 90% referral projects, MLTech is a promising Web3 company with expertise ranging from ICO, smart contract developments to custom blockchain network and cryptocurrency developments. Founded: 2020 Employees: 50+ Hourly rate: $25 – $49 Project size: $25,000+ Review score: 5.0 (3 reviews) Web3 services: 8 Web3 products: 0
7. TwenDee Visit website	Founded in 2018, Twendee is a 4-year rookie steadily rising to become one of the top Web3 companies in Vietnam. The company has over 60 success projects with a 98% customer retention rate which speaks a lot about the quality of work. Founded: 2018 Employees: 50+ Hourly rate: <$25 Project size: $5,000+ Review score: 4.8 (2 reviews) Web3 services: 9 Web3 products: 3
8. NCC Visit website	Established in 2014, NCC has quickly affirmed its position in the market and become a prestigious information technology enterprise in Vietnam. Despite having only just recently got into industry, their blockchain services are excellent and with a focus on fintech, proptech and insurtech. Founded: 2014 Employees: 500+ Hourly rate: <$25 Project size: $10,000+ Review score: 4.8 (2 reviews) Web3 services: 7 Web3 products: 0

Conclusion

The companies mentioned in this article are all the top Web3 Development Companies in Vietnam, each with its own strength and specialization. Now it’s up to you to select a suitable candidate – not the cheapest one, but the most valuable return on investment.

Proud to be among the best, Ekotek Technology holds the expertise and resources to provide development services at every stage and industry, to 200+ global clients all over the world. Our agile approach, ready-made solutions, and constant tech upgrades allow for high-quality, on-time and under-budget delivery to even the most complex development requirements – and yours as well!

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If you’re reading this, chances are you are looking for ways to optimize software development efforts. Outsourcing to an offshore country seems like an attractive solution – you get to focus on the core business, with development tasks taken care of by an experienced team at a modest price.

In this article, explore with us why tech giants such as Apple, Samsung, Google, and Amazon are all choosing Vietnam as the next strategic destination, and the necessary steps to guarantee your success in software outsourcing in Vietnam.

Top 5 reasons for software outsourcing in Vietnam

1. Technical expertise

According to TopDev’s report, over 400,000 IT specialists are currently working at over 60,000 technology companies across Vietnam. And with 400 universities and educational institutions offering programming and software development courses, approximately 57,000 tech freshmen are graduating each year. Moreover, the nation does not fall behind in terms of developer skills, ranking #2 in Southeast Asia and #10 worldwide, as stated by Accelerance and Pentalog.

2. Young and educated workforce

Vietnam had a strong working population of approximately 75 million in 2021, with 40–45% of those under 35, according to Statista. The nation’s literacy rate also ranks the highest in the Asia Pacific with 95,4%. This means that the country is well suited to meet any outsourcing demands, regardless of size or complexity.

3. Reasonable pricing

Being one of the key benefits of software outsourcing in Vietnam, let’s look at how developers’ average hourly rates differ around the world. Be noted that the numbers can vary depending on specialization and seniority.

If the development quality is guaranteed by a reliable firm, then Asia is, without a doubt, the most cost-efficient destination. Compared to other technology hubs in the region, Vietnam’s development cost is significantly less than Singapore, China, and India, and on par with the Philippines.

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4. Socioeconomic stability

Vietnam has a relatively more stable socio-political environment when compared to other Southeast Asian countries. The nation is now ranked No. 44 in the Global Peace Index 2022, up from No. 50 in 2021. This indicates that there are minimal risks and conflicts for foreign businesses, backed by strong support initiatives from the government.

Additionally, the nation’s economy quickly rebounded from the Covid-19 pandemic, with an 8.2% GDP growth in 2022, the fastest pace ever since 1997.

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5. English proficiency

The EF English Proficiency Index 2022 placed Vietnam’s English proficiency 60th worldwide and 7th in Asia, a significant improvement compared to previous years. Vietnamese and English both use the Latin alphabet, making it relatively simple for Vietnamese speakers to learn English. And since English is a mandatory subject in Vietnamese education, graduates frequently have a high level of English proficiency.

Vietnam bears several disadvantages such as the major timezone different from the US and EU regions, and the lack of a national data protection law. However, it’s still considered one of the most attractive IT outsourcing destinations thanks to the aforementioned facts.

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How to choose the right IT/software outsourcing partner

Once you’ve decided on a suitable country, which is Vietnam in this case, the next step is to establish selection criteria for your software outsourcing in Vietnam. There are more factors to consider than just price (cheaper is not always better!)

• Technology & industry expertise: Pick an outsourcing vendor with a proven track record within the domain, preferably your business sector. You should be with a strategic advisor who can advance your project, not developers who only follow the guidance. Remember to check whether they are familiar with the software and hardware you already have in place.
• Project scope: Depending on the business’s actual outsourcing needs, whether it’s development, design, or end-to-end service, you should pay more attention to vendors specializing in that area. Also, take into consideration your project size as well as future scaling plan, and make sure the vendor has adequate resources to facilitate them.
• Pricing models: Based on the balance of responsibilities and ownership between the client and the provider, there are 3 main types of outsourcing: project-based, time & materials, and dedicated team.

Several outsourcing firms, including Ekotek Technology, collaborate on all 3 models to give clients the freedom of choice. However, we advise that you carefully consider all the pros and cons, as well as your own preferences, to select the most appropriate method.

• Development process: Agile and Waterfall are two main but vastly different processes, and it’s crucial that your outsourcing partner excels in the chosen method. If you have clear project outcomes from the beginning, Waterfall is the best fit as it requires specific deliverables for each phase before moving on to the next one. Alternatively, Agile is faster-paced and suitable for a collaborative team who are experimenting with ideas and shaping the final product.

At Ekotek, we take pride in being an experienced firm in agile development, fuelled by a competent team and a diverse stack of ready-made solutions. Get your Proof of Concept in under 2 weeks, and your project delivery in just half the usual time and resources – by putting in a request with us today.

• Security protocols: Learn about the privacy policies and data practices of the outsourcing providers you’re considering. You must be confident that the chosen vendor can handle the business’ sensitive information as it is required for development, testing, and other tasks. And it’s always a good idea to sign nondisclosure agreements (NDAs)!

Top 20+ companies software outsourcing in Vietnam

For your convenience, we’ve put together a list of top software outsourcing providers in Vietnam, based on data from various awards, ranking authorities, and company websites.

Company	Service focus	Industry focus
1. FPT Software Project size: Undisclosed Rates: Undisclosed	Application Services Digital Processing Service Managed Services Legacy Migration IC Design Building Information Modeling CAD/CAE Embedded System	Manufacturing and automotive Utilities and energy Finance & Banking Telecommunication and media Logistics and transportation Healthcare
2. CMC Global Project size: $5,000+ Hourly rates: $25-$49 /hr	Custom Software Development Cloud Migration Cloud Managed services RPA Implementation	Information technology Finance & Banking Medical Media & Entertainment
3. Ekotek Technology Project size: $10,000+ Hourly rates: $25-$49 /hr	Custom Software Development Blockchain AI & Machine Learning ERP & CRM Cloud solutions	Blockchain Finance & Banking Real estate Retail Gaming
4. Sotatek Project size: $10,000+ Hourly rates: $25-$49 /hr	Startup Pack Software Development Mobile App Development	Finance & Banking Healthcare Retail Real Estate Logistics Manufacturing Education Media & Entertainment
5. Powergate Project size: $10,000+ Hourly rates: Undisclosed	Software & Platform Development E-Commerce Development Mobile App Development Data & Analytics Machine Learning & Artifical Intelligence	Finance & Banking Information technology Retail eCommerce
6. Kyanon Digital Project size: $10,000+ Hourly rates: $25-$49 /hr	Custom Software Development Consulting And Professional Services Data & Business Intelligence Education Technology E-Commerce Mobile Application Development	Retail FMCG Manufacturing BFSI Logistics
7. Groove Technology Project size: $25,000+ Hourly rates: $25-$49 /hr	Software Development Web Development Mobile App Development Business Process Management CAD UX/UI Design Managed Services	Education eCommerce Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transport
8. Rikkeisoft Project size: $10,000+ Hourly rates: $25-$49 /hr	Software Development Web Development Mobile App Development Business Process Management CAD UX/UI Design Managed Services	Retails & eCommerce Finance & Banking Media & Entertainment Logistics Automotive Public Sector
9. AgileTech Project size: $25,000+ Hourly rates: $25-$49 /hr	Website/ Mobile app Development Digital Transformation AI/Big Data Service Testing Services Blockchain Services	FinTech Healthcare Travel & Hospitality E-Commerce Education Transportation
10. KMS Technology Project size: Undisclosed Hourly rates: Undisclosed	Software development Mobile App Development Application modernization AI & Machine Learning Data Analytics Managed Services	Healthcare Finance & Banking
11. Synodus Project size: $5,000+ Hourly rates: $25-$49 /hr	Software Development AI & Data Analytics Web Development Service Mobile App Development	Finance & Banking Information technology Real estate Retail

Other mentions:

Best practices for effective software outsourcing

Drawing on our own experience working with global clients of all sizes and industries, here are Ekotek’ top tips for ensuring project success for both you – the client and us – the software outsourcing in Vietnam service provider.

• Allocate a dedicated PIC: Both the outsourcing team and the client team must commit to a project for it to be successful. Your team’s PIC needs to provide the initial training, technical access, issue resolution, and throughout testing for the outsourcing team. The project’s quality and timeline will be impacted if questions cannot be answered promptly.
• Define your goals & deliverables: Knowing your ultimate objectives—whether they’re an MVP, an upgrade, an integration, or anything else—is crucial. Before getting started, both parties should have a clear understanding of the objective and a plan for getting there.
• Clear communication & documentation process: Establish the protocol, platform, and person in charge for different types of communication, as well as different stages of the development process. Set up regular meetings to discuss project progress and any rising issues. Update the plan continuously and keep all stakeholders informed.
• Foster a long-term partnership: Having a strategic partner for all development needs holds much more advantages than a one-time transaction. When you find a suitable vendor, try to form a strategic partnership with benefits for both sides. Respect and treat the offshore developers as your own, and you’ll find the favor soon returned.
• Be strict on quality & confidentiality: Never skimp on testing to ensure your product is thoroughly functional and secured. It can cost 4-5 times more to fix software bugs after deployment than during development. Additionally, a high-quality product translates to satisfied customers who return for more business.

📌 Read more about Software outsourcing models using in Vietnam

Final thoughts

Software plays an irreplaceable role in any modern business operations. And for businesses without competent resources or crucial needs to develop an in-house team, outsourcing is the optimal option. Among all destinations, Vietnam is highly sought-after due to the nation’s abundant resources, highly skilled workforce, and reasonable costs. However, to maximize the benefits of software outsourcing in Vietnam, you will require a trusted partner, strategic planning, and effective management.

Take the first step on this journey by talking with an Ekotek specialist. We would be glad to give our input on your project, and help you ideate on the most suitable technology or development process, with over 20 years of experience building innovation solutions ourselves.

As we have reached the end of the article, here’s sincere good luck on your digital transformation journey!

First, why would you need a web application?

Let’s start by defining web applications. They are software programs that run on a web server and can be accessed through a web browser. Unlike static websites, which only display information, web applications allow users to interact with the website and perform specific tasks or actions.

🔎 Examples of popular web apps include social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter, e-commerce sites like Amazon and eBay, and productivity tools like Google Docs and Trello.

The web application is the ideal choice for the majority of app builders because of their unrivaled nature:

• They work on any device that supports web browsing: PC, Linux, Android, Mac, or iOS.
• They are internet-based and easy to access. Users don’t have to download anything onto their devices and can simply log in from anywhere with an internet connection.
• Unlike mobile apps, web applications do not require app store approval – a lengthy process with monthly fees involved.
• With only one codebase to manage, you save significant effort for development.

Factors affecting the development costs for web applications

1. Project scope

A web app is not just a piece of code, but the end result of a multi-functional team. If you choose to develop one from scratch, here are the main stages of the software development lifecycle – each requires specialized talents.

2. Web App Types

There are three main types to choose from: multi-page applications (MPAs), single-page applications (SPAs), and progressive web apps (PWAs).

🔸 Multi-page applications (MPAs):

• Web app development cost: $$$
• The default choice if you want to build a web app. Different features of an MPA live on different pages, which means that clicking on a button or link initiates a request for a new page to load. This perfectly suits the needs of E-commerce, education, medical businesses, or any other with a lot of information to display.

🔸 Single-page applications (SPAs)

• Web app development cost: $
• All information and functionality will be accessed on one page only. Ideal for websites that prioritize fast loading time, as button clicking doesn’t refresh the page.

🔸 Progressive web apps (PWAs)

• Web app development cost: $$
• Apps that combine the functionality of both web and native applications. For example, users can access the device’s hard drive, go offline, send push notifications, etc.

Read more: Native apps vs. Hybrid apps: Unlock the benefits and make the right choice

3. Web App Complexity

The complexity of your web application will have a significant impact on the development cost. There are generally three levels of complexity, with key functions highlighted in the following table:

And as you might expect, the more complex your web app ideas are, the higher the development time and cost will be. Work with your development team carefully from the discovery phase to determine which functions are necessary to achieve your business goals, while staying within budget constraints.

4. Web applications technology stack

A tech stack is a combination of programming languages, databases, and frameworks used to create a specific application. In the case of web apps, the typical technology stack includes:

It’s important to clearly define the growth potential, security requirements, and actual budget so you can select the most suitable stack for your web application. Let’s walk through some of the most popular names:

🔸 Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (ReactJS, VueJS), Angular
🔸 Backend:

• Operating systems: Window, MacOS, Linux
• Web servers: Apache, Nginx, IIS
• Database: MongoDB, AWS, Firebase
• Programming languages: JavaScript (Node.js), PHP, Python
• Frameworks: Laravel, Django, Ruby on Rails

5. UI/UX Design

A well-designed UI/UX can make your web application more intuitive, user-friendly, and visually appealing, which can lead to increased user engagement and retention. On the other hand, a poorly designed UI/UX can frustrate users, cause them to abandon your website, and harm your business reputation.

Discover the essence of product design and experience our agile approach firsthand → Here

There are 2 ways to get your app designed: using templates or custom design services. With the latter more expensive than the former, the price difference also depends on your app’s complexity, design style, number of elements required, animation & so on.

🔸Dive deeper into our blog to discover all the factors that can impact the web redesign cost

6. Project timeline

The quote for projects with tight deadlines is usually much higher than those with reasonable timelines. Since companies’ development resources are limited and reallocation will cost them extra, not to mention the decline in quality for rushed projects. Make sure to plan ahead and estimate the timeline for the entire project to ensure a successful outcome while keeping costs under control.

7. Web Development method

When it comes to web application development, there are three options.

• Build an in-house team: It’s the obvious choice for close management and high-quality development, but it can be costly due to expenses such as hiring, onboarding, and office space. Additionally, having full-time web developers means paying them regularly, regardless of the amount of work available. While the method is ideal for large companies where internal communication is crucial, it may not be the best option for small businesses and startups.
• Working with freelancers: It’s the cheapest alternative, but it can be unreliable. Freelancers may not provide the best development quality or deliver the project on time, as they often work on multiple projects at once. If you choose to work with freelancers, prepare to be their manager down to the smallest detail. They are best suited for small, urgent fixes or simple programming tasks, but not an entire web application.
• Outsource to another company: It’s the life hack of the decade! Software outsourcing companies have the ability to fully develop your app from idea to final product, while you only need to pay for the agreed-upon quotation or the actual working hours. For businesses residing in regions with expensive web app development costs, outsourcing to another region can save significantly – the only drawback is potential management hiccups and time zone differences.

🔸 Read more: Software development company in Vietnam can help startups save costs

8. Development location

Location plays an important part in deciding the budget for your web application. Take a look at the average hourly rates in 6 main software development hubs worldwide: the US and Canada, South America, Western and Northern Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia, and Australia, and do the math yourself!

The average web app development costs

Now that we’ve reviewed the factors that influence the web application development cost, let’s get as close to the accurate figure as possible. Remember the app complexity table earlier? We will add in the time and cost estimation with the average rate in Asia, $30 per hour, to get the approximate cost.

🔎 Need some concrete examples? We’ve got you covered.

To build an e-commerce web application like Amazon, eBay, or AliExpress, buyer features such as registration, shopping carts, payment gateways, product information, and a catalog with simple search and filtering are required. It’s also worth including features for sellers, such as product management, advertising, order information, and so on. The approximate cost for all of these will range from $60,000 to $120,000, depending on the list of features.

🔸 Read our case study for NFTify: Full-cycle development for the leading NFT Marketplace solution

A travel app like Expedia or TripAdvisor makes it much easier to navigate new destinations, such as purchasing transportation tickets, making lodging reservations, exploring nearby attractions, and so on. Registration and login, a search engine with filters, bookings, chats with hosts, ratings, reviews, and notifications are the main features of this app type.

The cost estimation? is $40,000 to $80,000.

🔸 Read our case study: Travala – the first Web3-powered application for travel

Tips to optimize web development cost

1. MVP first, scale later

The minimum viable product (MVP) model is a smart strategy if you have limited resources to afford a complex web application right away. By starting with a simple product, you can get user feedback on what features they would like to see in your app and gradually build them in as the project becomes profitable. This approach provides you with real data and insights to guide your decision-making process.

2. Use templates and third-party services

You don’t have to develop every single feature. Let’s say your web application needs a map – and using Google Maps API is a no-brainer, instead of remapping the entire world yourself. The market for third-party services has been flourishing with solutions you can easily customize and integrate inside your app, at a cost only a fraction of what you will spend developing from scratch.
And if you’re in the Web3 business, do check out Ekotek’ diverse stack of white-label solutions, from DeFi to Games and NFT!

3. Outsourcing to a low-cost region

The method has become immensely popular in recent years, as it allows businesses to access top-quality talent at a fraction of the cost of hiring locally. Many Asian countries, such as India, the Philippines, and Vietnam, offer highly skilled developers for an hourly rate of under $45, while their counterparts in Western countries can charge up to $250!

🔸 Read more: Why Vietnam is the go-to destination for software development outsourcing?

4. Manage projects the agile way

Two popular project management methodologies in software development are Agile and Waterfall, suited for different types of projects. While Waterfall is a linear system that requires the team to complete each project phase before moving on to the next, Agile encourages the team to work on different phases simultaneously.

Agile project management is an iterative approach that emphasizes continuous releases, incorporating technology updates and customer feedback throughout the process. The ability to make adjustments during each release promotes flexibility and speed, saving significant resources for the business.

How project estimation works at Ekotek Technology

At Ekotek, we approach every project as our own. We strive to identify all user needs to create solutions that meet them best, while keeping costs within budget. This is made possible by our cross-functional team and an agile yet rigorous software development process including business analysis, solution design, UI/UX, development, QA, and post-launch support.

Ekotek offer two models for project delivery: Offshore development center (ODC) and Project-based. If your project is still in the discovery phase, the ODC model is ideal for getting expert insights, adapting quickly to changes, and having complete control over your task list. But if everything is already set in stone, the project-based model works best as it requires minimal supervision and guarantees little to no excessive budget, time, and resources.

Ending words

Developing a successful web application involves multiple stages and professionals, with various factors influencing the total cost. Hopefully, this article has given you an overview of all the options available – and it’s all up to you to select the most suitable path.

If you are currently exploring the outsourcing option, or looking for a quote for your web application – don’t hesitate to drop us a message! We’re always happy to provide consultation, estimation, and development resources that set your project up for success.

Creating enterprise mobile apps that are secure, user-friendly, and high-performing is not an impossible task, if you follow the best practices for software development.

What do those entail? Let’s find out with our practical guide, with input from experts with over a decade of experience providing enterprise mobile app development services. 

What are enterprise mobile applications?

Enterprise mobile applications, also known as business mobile applications, are software applications specifically designed and developed to meet the needs and requirements of businesses and organizations. These applications are intended to improve productivity, streamline processes, and enhance communication within an enterprise

The biggest companies on the planet have picked up mobile applications. Check out the examples below!

Enterprise apps must be able to handle large databases, complex workflows, and high-level security protocols to serve a large number of users performing different business tasks simultaneously. 

Types of enterprise mobile apps

According to Allied Market Research, the global enterprise mobile app development platform market was valued at $238.36 billion in 2020 and is expected to grow to $527.40 billion by 2030. Another research by Fliplet stated that 87% of companies are dependent on employees’ access to work on mobile – so there is a high chance that yours are as well! 

Common mobile enterprise apps that we see, experience, and develop are:

• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP): designed to help businesses manage their day-to-day operation, with features such as inventory management, order processing, and accounting.
• Human Resources (HR) Management: allows companies to manage employee data, track attendance, and process payroll, as well as provide tools for performance evaluation and employee engagement.
• Business Management: offers a range of features to help businesses streamline their processes and stay organized such as project management time tracking, and collaboration tools.
• Team Communication: designed to facilitate collaboration between team members with messaging capabilities, file sharing, and task management.
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM): used to manage customer interactions across multiple channels with lead tracking, contact management, and sales forecasting features.
• Content Management System (CMS): allows users to create, edit, and publish content on mobiles, and provides analytics insights such as website traffic and user behavior.
• Billing System: simplifies the process of invoicing customers and tracking payments. They may also offer features such as payment reminders and expense tracking to help businesses keep their finances in order.

Benefits of custom enterprise mobile app development

With the combined force, these apps help businesses improve efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction – to stay competitive in today’s fast-paced digital environment. The key benefits include:

• Universal accessibility: With enterprise mobile apps, employees can access important business information from anywhere, at any time. This means they can stay connected and productive even when they are on the go.
• Increased efficiency: Enterprise mobile apps can automate many tasks that were previously done manually, such as data entry and invoice processing. This can help businesses save time and reduce errors.
• Enhanced collaboration: Team Communication and Business Management mobile apps allow team members to collaborate in real time, regardless of their location. This makes it easier for teams to share information and work on projects. Meanwhile, HR apps are great for boosting employee engagement. 
• Better customer service: CRM mobile apps enable businesses to provide better customer service by allowing them to track and optimize interactions with customers across multiple channels. It also ensures that customers receive timely responses to their inquiries.
• Improved decision-making: Most apps are equipped with all-time analytics that can be used to make informed decisions about the company’s business strategy in multiple aspects. 

📌 Read more: Benefits of Native Mobile App Development

What to consider when developing an enterprise mobile app

1. Business goals

It is critical to first define your development objectives, including the problems they will address and the benefits to your business. When creating a mobile app for internal use, consider your employees’ expectations and needs to see how the mobile app can fulfill them. 

2. System compatibility

It’s highly likely that your company already established a system for regular operations. Therefore, your new mobile app must adapt to the existing system, and facilitate future upgrades. Pay close attention to the infrastructure, technology stack, and third-party integrations.

3. Enterprise Apps must-have features

While the complete set of features varies among apps depending on their purposes, there are some that you really can’t miss! These include:

• User roles to ensure different levels of access to the app’s features and data.
• Data management involves using a database or cloud solutions to store and retrieve information.
• Messaging for easy communication, with added privacy 
• Push notification to alert users of new messages or real-time updates 
• Offline mode allows users to continue using the app even when they are not connected to the internet.
• Analytics to provide reports and insights into business performance, and how users are interacting with the app
• Security layers to protect sensitive business data. This may include user authentication, data encryption, and secure server connections.

4. Mobile App Technology

Modern technologies have widened the horizons of what a mobile app can do, and the enterprise sector is no exception. Keep an eye on these on-the-rise techs:

• Artificial intelligence (AI): the most powerful tool to enhance the user experience and streamline all aspects of business operations. 
• Blockchain: a real-time, multiple sources, decentralized ledger with complete trust and transparency. 
• Cloud computing: the most reliable and cost-effective approach to data management
• Big data: a great resource to gain insights for data-driven decision-making and business strategy

5. Development time & cost

The average cost of developing an enterprise mobile app can range from $30,000 for a simple app to $500,000 for a full-featured app, and the average time can be from 2 months to a year. Unfortunately, no experts can give you an exact number until they know your full list of requirements. The main affecting factors are:

• Mobile app types: choose to build your app natively on Android & iOS, or go hybrid/cross-platform.
• Technology stack: based on the business requirements, this is the combination of programming languages, databases, and frameworks used to create your application. Want to see what the tech stack of your enterprise mobile app looks like? 
• UI/UX design: consider using templates or custom design services. While the former is great for quick prototyping and simple apps, enterprise apps usually call for custom services due to their specific set of features. 
• Project timeline: The quote for projects with tight deadlines is usually much higher than those with reasonable timelines, as they require more dedicated and experienced resources. 
• Development method: There are three options: building an in-house team, working with freelancers, and outsourcing to an enterprise mobile app development company. Building an in-house team may be ideal if your project runs for several years, or else the cost won’t cut it. Working with freelancers is the most cost-effective choice but can sometimes be unreliable and time-consuming. And lastly, outsourcing seems to be the best option if you are looking for high-quality products at a reasonable price tag. 
• Development location: Location plays an important part in deciding the budget for your web application. Take a look at the average hourly rates in 6 main software development hubs worldwide and do the math yourself!

For an in-depth look into the matter, visit our detailed guide on web app development cost (2023 updated). Sneak peek: software outsourcing is truly the life hack of the decade!

Enterprise mobile app development process

The standard software development life cycle also applies to enterprise mobile apps. Which means, the general steps are as follows:

1. Discovery: It is important to determine your expectations for the solution in order to identify the necessary features. You may want to conduct surveys with your employees to gather ideas about what is most needed in your company, then list out must-have and nice-to-have functionality.
2. Technical Assessment: Your enterprise has its own back-end systems that are unlikely to change in the near future due to high costs and requirements. Therefore, you should assess how the mobile application can work with your current resources, and define the platform for enterprise mobile app development.
3. Prototyping: During this stage, developers and designers work together to create wireframes and prototypes of the software. This is necessary to help you see what the solution looks like and develop a basic MVP to try out the app. 
4. UI/UX Design: This step defines user flows, and how the mobile app design can provide users with the best possible experience. Therefore, conducting in-depth user research and testing various approaches is important. Looking for UI/UX design service?
5. Development: The longest and most critical stage of the process. It involves setting up databases, APIs, servers, and other components for the back end, as well as coding the front end earlier defined in stage 4.
6. Quality Assurance (QA): QA engineers hunt down bugs and errors, ensuring all functions work correctly and the final product passes the user acceptance test. Looking for QA & testing service?
7. Deployment: All servers are launched, and people can now try out the software in their work. In most cases, this step also involves uploading the app onto the platforms’ App Store. However, some companies might distribute the app via FTP servers.
8. Maintenance and Updates: As important as the development process, a product requires Your software, and infrastructure cannot work on its own. They require constant monitoring and updates to ensure everything works efficiently and meets the growing demand.

Final words

Enterprise mobile app development is essential to increase productivity, enhance employee satisfaction, reduce expenses, and stay ahead in the market. Although it comes with its own set of challenges, the benefits it brings make it a worthwhile investment. 

Proper preparation, and partnering with the right development team can ensure a successful and stress-free journey for the business. Are you ready to explore your options? Contact our team of app development experts!