People Behind the Project: Kevin Baker Posted on Sep 01, 2022 | Kate Washut Welcome Kevin Baker, developer, to the Far Reach team. Learn what he does in his free time and where he thinks software development is headed. Continue Reading
How Custom Software Fits into Your Broader Technology Strategy Posted on Jun 23, 2022 | Kate Washut Before developing custom software, assess how it can fit in with your broader tech strategy and tech stack. These are the areas to look into. Continue Reading
How User Experience Can Make or Break Your Software Application Posted on Jun 09, 2022 | Kate Washut UX can be a crucial factor in the success of your software application. Learn what aspects of UX you should focus on when developing new apps. Continue Reading
Far Reach Earns Best Place for Working Parents Designation Posted on Jun 01, 2022 | Kate Washut Far Reach was named a Best Place for Working Parents (BP4WP) business. Continue Reading
Should Small Businesses Develop Custom Software? Posted on May 26, 2022 | Kate Washut Should you pay for a SaaS solution or build your own custom software? There’s no universal right or wrong—learn how to make the right choice for you. Continue Reading
How STRATAFOLIO Partners With Far Reach for Flexible Capacity and Expertise Posted on May 12, 2022 | Kate Washut STRATAFOLIO partners with the Far Reach software development team for added capacity, technical expertise, and strategic collaboration. Continue Reading
How to Evaluate a Custom Software Development Partner Posted on Apr 28, 2022 | Kate Washut Looking for a software development partner? Learn how to vet software companies and how to find a development partner that can support your goals. Continue Reading
Then and Now: Far Reach Turns 15 Posted on Apr 14, 2022 | Kate Washut CEO Kate Washut looks back on 15 years as Far Reach turns 15. Continue Reading
How to Reduce the Risks of Small Development Teams Posted on Mar 31, 2022 | Kate Washut A software development partner can help mitigate the risks of small IT teams. Learn why outsourcing development can help when you run a small IT team. Continue Reading
How Web Apps Have Pushed Desktop Apps Nearly to Extinction Posted on Mar 17, 2022 | Kate Washut Web applications, stored on an external server and accessed through a web browser, are the center of app development due to their enhanced adaptability. Continue Reading
Small Steps Forward: How We Make Small Continuous Improvements to Build Better Software Posted on Mar 03, 2022 | Kate Washut The agile approach is based on small steps for continuous improvement and learning. Find out how this helps us develop better software. Continue Reading
Buy, Build, or Get the Best of Both Worlds: Custom Portals Posted on Feb 17, 2022 | Kate Washut Custom portals break down data silos without the effort of building software from scratch. Learn all about how they can fit into your business. Continue Reading
5 Benefits of .NET for Custom Software Development Posted on Feb 16, 2022 | Kate Washut Is .NET the right development framework for your custom software? Here’s what we like most about Microsoft’s platform after years of using it. Continue Reading
Cross-platform App Development—Why It’s Often Your Best Bet Posted on Feb 03, 2022 | Chris Rouw Microsoft .NET offers fast and reliable solutions for cross-platform app development. Find out what tools we use and why. Continue Reading
How to Ensure a Secure Custom Software Development Process Posted on Jan 20, 2022 | Kate Washut A secure software development process can be intimidating. Read all about the pillars you need to implement to take your software security beyond compliance. Continue Reading
Partner Update: Mortgage MarketSmart Custom Data and Mapping Platform Posted on Jan 06, 2022 | Kate Washut iEmergent has been building its mortgage data platform, Mortgage MarketSmart, with Far Reach since 2013. Here’s where they are in 2022. Continue Reading
2021 at Far Reach: Continuity with Change Posted on Dec 21, 2021 | Kate Washut At Far Reach, 2021 brought new and exciting change alongside more of the same vision, core values, and dedication to making a difference. Continue Reading
How Do Mobile Apps Fit Into Your Software Ecosystem? Posted on Dec 09, 2021 | Kate Washut Mobile apps are rarely stand-alone solutions. Find out how they should fit into your software strategy and how to ensure a seamless integration. Continue Reading
The Role of Software in Combating Supply Chain Challenges Posted on Nov 23, 2021 | Kate Washut Global supply chain disruptions affect every industry. Learn how to use software to manage supply chain issues better and navigate this crisis. Continue Reading
What Analytics Should I Be Tracking in My Custom Software? Posted on Oct 14, 2021 | Kate Washut It’s tempting to measure everything in your custom software, but is it wise? Learn which metrics you should focus on and how to avoid data saturation. Continue Reading