{"id":220806,"date":"2022-03-30T14:26:09","date_gmt":"2022-03-30T12:26:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=114368"},"modified":"2022-03-30T14:26:09","modified_gmt":"2022-03-30T12:26:09","slug":"the-biggest-mistakes-small-businesses-make-when-choosing-custom-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/the-biggest-mistakes-small-businesses-make-when-choosing-custom-software\/","title":{"rendered":"The Biggest Mistakes Small Businesses Make When Choosing Custom Software"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"scaip scaip-1 \">\n<aside id=\"republication_tracker_tool-2\" class=\"republication_tracker_tool clearfix\">\n<h5 class=\"adtitle\">Republish for Free<\/h5>\n<div class=\"license\">\n<p><button name=\"Republish This Story\" id=\"cc-btn\" class=\"republication-tracker-tool-button\">Republish This Story<\/button><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"license\" rel=\"noreferrer license noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nd\/4.0\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/the-biggest-mistakes-small-businesses-make-when-choosing-custom-software.png\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/the-biggest-mistakes-small-businesses-make-when-choosing-custom-software.png\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"message\">\n<p>Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/aside>\n<p><span>Small businesses often shy away from&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sovtech.co.za\/software-development\/\"><span>custom software development<\/span><\/a><span>&nbsp;because they\u2019re afraid of making a mistake when choosing the right one. They prefer to use&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rezaid.co.uk\/what-is-off-the-shelf-software\/#:~:text=Off%20the%20shelf%20software%20are,of%20features%20to%20streamline%20operations.\"><span>out-of-the-box solutions<\/span><\/a><span>, but these prove too limited too fast, so going with a solution that can be adapted is a necessity. While there\u2019s rarely a perfect fit for what you need, these mistakes can make finding an effective fit even harder.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Mistake 1: Choosing a Custom Software Platform That Can\u2019t Grow with Your Business<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span><a href=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?attachment_id=114369\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt width=\"277\" height=\"182\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-114369 size-full lazyload\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/the-biggest-mistakes-small-businesses-make-when-choosing-custom-software-1.png\"><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-114369 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/the-biggest-mistakes-small-businesses-make-when-choosing-custom-software-1.png\" alt width=\"277\" height=\"182\">Even the most powerful custom software will be useless if you\u2019re unable to scale up as your business needs change. Whether you double or triple in size, that extra work has to be taken into account from the beginning. If you want to use your custom software, it must be able to handle the extra load when you need to add employees or offer more services.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Mistake 2: Choosing a System That\u2019s Too Complicated for Your Business<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span>Busy entrepreneurs often try to create their own business processes. This is because they\u2019re familiar with the system they created, so it feels more natural. However, if you can\u2019t scale your custom software properly or even understand the issues with the current version of the system your employees are using, you need to find another option. A new platform will make everyone happier because you\u2019ll have fewer errors and be able to make changes as needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Mistake 3: Not Considering the Skills of Your Staff<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span>Even if you use custom software that\u2019s easy to learn, it will take time for your employees to adjust. Since this is the case, don\u2019t choose a platform that requires staff members to have certain skills. If they\u2019re not up to par with current systems or can\u2019t handle anything out-of-the-box, consider having them take online courses to improve their skills. Even if your staff needs to learn new tasks, learning the custom software is worth the effort.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Mistake 4: Focusing Too Much on Customisation and Not Enough on Usability<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span>Customers will expect a certain level of customisation in any system you use, but they also need to be able to use it right away. If your employees can\u2019t pick up the new system quickly, it will create more work for them and frustration as you try to find a way around these issues. While customisation is an important part of finding the right software platform, it shouldn\u2019t be at the expense of usability.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Mistake 5: Assuming Customisation Can Fix Your System<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span>Custom software can be a lifesaver when your current solution won\u2019t cut it anymore. However, customising the system to fit your needs does not mean you\u2019ll be able to fix any problems that arise or ensure that they\u2019re fixed in future updates. For example, if you want to slightly change an order form, this normally requires you to change the system\u2019s source code. If your needs change in the future or new people join your team, you\u2019ll need to keep up with these changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Mistake 6: Putting Off a Decision<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span>The biggest mistake you can make is to put off a decision. You\u2019ll lose valuable time, and your employees will suffer as they wait for the changes that only custom software can bring. If you\u2019re having difficulties making a decision, consider going with an out-of-the-box system until you come up with a plan. However, if a system is not suitable for your business, you\u2019ll face the same struggles again when you upgrade.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Mistake 7: Not Considering Users\u2019 Technical Abilities<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span>Even if you use a new system that everyone can learn, it still has to be intuitive. If users have to spend too much time learning the system, they may not be able to focus on work and won\u2019t receive any of the benefits that come with using custom software. For example, someone who is dealing with several other projects and doesn\u2019t have the time to learn a new system should not be expected to use one.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Mistake 8: Looking for a \u201cOne-Size-Fits-All\u201d Solution<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span>Custom software can work well for people who need something simple or those with an extensive list of needs. However, if you only require basic functionality, this solution is probably not for you. This is because custom software can be more expensive than off-the-shelf options, and it\u2019s harder to find providers that can offer something suitable at a reasonable price.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Mistake 9: Not Considering the IT Department<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span>If you don\u2019t have an IT department on hand to assist with system set-up, installation and other tasks, then custom software is not the answer for you. You need to have someone on your team who knows how to handle everything that comes with implementing a new system. If you don\u2019t have this luxury, stick to an out-of-the-box solution so you can avoid any issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Mistake 10: Not Considering Future Upgrades<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span>If you choose a platform that can\u2019t be easily upgraded, then your staff will have to cope with it until you find a solution. This means that they\u2019ll have to continue using an outdated system for months or even years, which can strain everyone involved and prevent them from working properly. The good news is that certain providers offer lifetime support, which means you\u2019ll only pay once and receive upgrades as they become available.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Final Thoughts<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span>By avoiding these mistakes, you\u2019ll be able to choose a custom software platform that can adapt with your business. While no system will be perfect right away, finding the best one is worth the time and effort. This will solve many of your issues and give you and your employees happier and more effective lives in the workplace.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sovtech.co.za\/\"><span>SovTech<\/span><\/a><span>&nbsp;is a leading&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sovtech.co.za\/software-development\/\"><span>custom software development<\/span><\/a><span>&nbsp;company, building bespoke software for clients across the globe. 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