Custom Software Consulting & Development Blog

How Custom Software Helps Improve Customer Service in an On-Demand World

Posted on Oct 07, 2021 | Kate Washut

On-demand services and experiences are what customers want and what companies benefit from. Learn how to create them the human-centric way.

Using Azure’s Application Insights to Monitor Web Applications

Posted on Aug 19, 2021 | Chad Feldmann

Azure’s Application Insights allows us to monitor custom software applications for errors, performance, usage, and more.

Technology and Software Drive Leading Edge Rebrand

Posted on Jul 22, 2021 | Kate Washut

Custom software, technology, and innovation were at the center of Leading Edge’s rebrand and business strategy.

The Impacts of a Slow Software System and How to Prioritize Fixing It

Posted on Jun 24, 2021 | Chad Feldmann

Delays in a business-critical software system can have big impacts on the bottom line. Here’s how to identify the issues, prioritize and fix them, and maintain systems for the long term.

Peterson Genetics Custom ERP: Running a Business on an Integrated Software System

Posted on May 27, 2021 | Kate Washut

Peterson Genetics has custom workflows with a lot of exceptions, so an off-the-shelf ERP wasn’t cutting it. Far Reach helped build a custom ERP that helps run their soybean business.

6 Biggest Challenges in Outsourcing Software Development

Posted on Apr 01, 2021 | Jason Greer

Outsourcing software development gets a bad reputation because of the challenges it poses. Learn how to choose a reliable partner and how to avoid the most common pitfalls in outsourcing.

Best Practices for Client Product Owners in Agile/Scrum Custom Software Projects

Posted on Feb 04, 2021 | Kate Washut

Product Owners are perhaps the most important stakeholders in the agile/scrum development process. Find out how a client PO can work seamlessly with the software development partner so the end result is a product everyone is proud of.

People Behind the Project: Travis Rood

Posted on Jan 26, 2021 | Kate Washut

Learn about Travis Rood, developer at Far Reach. Find out how he got to Far Reach and how he helps clients.

Pros and Cons of Custom Software Development and How to Decide if It’s Right for You

Posted on Jan 21, 2021 | Jason Greer

Not sure whether you need off-the-shelf or custom software? Learn how to choose in our detailed comparisons: Pros, cons, and when custom software is better than SaaS.

2020: Lessons from a Strange Year

Posted on Dec 15, 2020 | Kate Washut

2020 was a hard year for everyone. We learned lessons, had to adapt quickly, and took stock in what really matters. Here’s our look back at the year that was 2020.

Far Reach Named to 2020 Clutch 1000 List of Top Global Service Providers

Posted on Dec 09, 2020 | Kate Washut

Far Reach has been recognized in the Clutch 1000 list of top global service providers by Clutch, a B2B ratings and review firm.

Being Grateful in Challenging Times

Posted on Dec 01, 2020 | Natalie Thompson

2020, the year in which so much of what we were comfortable with went sideways. Learn why we're finding reasons to be grateful.

Far Reads Recap: Daring Greatly

Posted on Nov 24, 2020 | Kate Washut

Our latest Far Reads book club pick was “Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead” by Brené Brown. Here’s our recap.

Flexibility and Agile Development — Adrenaline Fundraising’s Recipe for Surviving During the Pandemic

Posted on Nov 12, 2020 | Jen Aiello

Inspiration time: Agile development and digital transformation are the key ingredients that helped Adrenaline Fundraising survive during the pandemic.

Our Favorite Continuous Improvement Tools

Posted on Oct 29, 2020 | Jason Greer

There are countless continuous improvement tools, both in-person and digital. How do you choose the best CI tools? Rely on those that help you simplify complex issues. Here are our favorite CI tools.

Two Feet In: Becoming a Certified Scrum Product Owner

Posted on Oct 15, 2020 | Natalie Thompson

If I were to ask you what that ONE thing is that you’ve been wanting to do professionally, what would it be? Natalie's was becoming a Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO).

How to Identify and Test Riskiest Assumptions in Custom Software

Posted on Oct 01, 2020 | Jason Greer

Validating your riskiest assumptions earlier is the fastest and most inexpensive way to test an idea or a hypothesis and set it up for success. Learn why it’s a crucial first step and why it should start even before an MVP is built.

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4 Things that Make the Custom Software Development Process Unique

Posted on Sep 17, 2020 | Jason Greer

The development of custom software solutions is a unique process and must be adjusted for each project. Since most people have never been involved in a custom software development project, here’s what makes the process so unique.

How to Choose the Perfect ERP

Posted on Sep 03, 2020 | Jason Greer

Choosing an ERP is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make, but it’s not an easy one. Learn what factors should weigh the most and whether you should build, buy, or buy+extend your ERP.

What Is an MVP and Why Is it Crucial for Agile Software Development?

Posted on Aug 20, 2020 | Jason Greer

An MVP is a concept from agile scrum that refers to a product that has just enough features to satisfy the needs of early customers. Learn why we use this approach in our software development.

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