Custom Apps – Waco Web Works

What is a custom app?

A custom app is a specialized software solution designed specifically for a particular organization or business process. Unlike spreadsheets, which are general-purpose tools for organizing and manipulating data, custom apps are tailored to meet specific needs and requirements.

What does a custom app look like?

Truly this answer is completely dependent on your needs. Generically there will be an input page like this.

There would then be a search and report page that can be created to give whatever data is needed for your particular need. Once again, it is ultimately entirely up to you.

What is wrong with spreadsheets?

Data integrity issues and potential inaccuracies
Difficulty in managing multiple versions of spreadsheets
Increased risk of human errors and material defects
Limited automation capabilities
Sluggishness and slow processing for large amounts of data
Insufficient security measures and vulnerability to cyber attacks
Lack of accessibility and ease of use, especially on mobile devices
Heavy reliance on manual labor for data organization and updates
Hindrance to productivity and efficiency in business operations

I have a password on my spreadsheets, they are secure.

Did you know that Excel and Word passwords can be beat in under 2 minutes by anyone with Google access? It is really as easy as changing the file type and then changing a “1” to a “0” in a small section of code.

How is a custom app different?

Data Integrity: Custom apps ensure data integrity by enforcing business rules and constraints, reducing the risk of inaccurate or inconsistent data.
Centralized and Real-time Data: Custom apps provide a single, centralized source of data, eliminating the confusion of multiple spreadsheet versions and ensuring that everyone has access to the most up-to-date information.
Automation and Efficiency: Custom apps automate repetitive tasks, calculations, and workflows, saving time and reducing the chances of human error. They can streamline processes and increase productivity.
Scalability: Custom apps can handle large amounts of data efficiently, offering better performance and responsiveness than spreadsheets, especially when dealing with complex calculations and analysis.
Advanced Reporting and Insights: Custom apps often come with built-in reporting and analysis capabilities, allowing users to generate real-time reports and gain valuable insights from their data more easily.
Enhanced Security: Custom apps provide stronger security measures compared to spreadsheets, with features like user authentication, role-based access control, and data encryption, ensuring data privacy and protection against cyber threats.
Accessibility and Mobile-Friendliness: Custom apps can be designed to be accessible from any device, including mobile phones and tablets, enabling users to access and work with their data anytime, anywhere.
Tailored to Specific Business Needs: Custom apps are designed to meet the unique requirements of a business, offering a solution that is specifically tailored to their workflows, processes, and industry. This customization leads to a more efficient and effective system for managing and analyzing data.
Integration and Collaboration: Custom apps can integrate with other software systems and databases, facilitating seamless data exchange and collaboration among teams. This improves communication, coordination, and data consistency across the organization.