Cross-Platform Applications
Cross-platform mobile apps can run on multiple mobile platforms and have several other benefits. For instance, a single-source code can be used here. It requires less time for developing and deploying cross-platform mobile apps at app stores. During the implementation of an MVP, there is no fragmentation or any need for subsequent upgrades.
It also takes less time and effort to solve bug problems. One single solution is suitable for simple applications running both on iOS and Android.
From the perspective of clients, not only do cross-platform applications have a lower cost, but they can also even increase the profit being exposed to a wider public, which leads to reduced initial investments and higher revenues.
Business Benefits of Cross-Platform Development
Let’s review the benefits associated with cross-platform application development.
Launching the software simultaneously on various platforms
When you work on cross-platform app development, you can launch your software quickly on various platforms. The source code is written once for all platforms. This means you don’t need to hire a separate software development team for each platform, as it’s possible to launch and update the software by using a variety of cross-platform development tools.
It requires the deployment of a single script instead of writing separate scripts for each platform. This significantly speeds up development time and cuts time to market, which benefits everyone, from the dev team all the way to marketing.
Cross-platform application development offers you an opportunity to reach a larger audience. How so? Think about it – if your app is compatible with multiple platforms and operating systems like the web, iOS, and Android, it can be used by a larger number of users. It’s a great way to maximize your exposure – with less effort and time.
Since cross-platform applications are Internet-based, updates are nice and easy. Users don’t have to download separate updates, which would require the maintenance and support of multiple app versions. The app is updated automatically for all customers to ensure they always have the most current version of the app, which positively impacts its performance.
All of the above-mentioned advantages entail significant cost savings. With the development speed cross-platform development brings, your time-to-market for each platform is shorter than if you had to create each app from scratch. This means you can get your software to generate revenue much sooner. You don’t need to maintain a software development team for each platform you launch your app to, which will bring significant savings over time.