Overview
APP Design is a software development and systems integration company based in Chicago. Founded over 20 years ago, it works across the complete web application development cycle, including databases, ETL, data warehousing and analytics. The company operates using an agile approach, enabling responsiveness to technological, legislative and market changes. Its applications are designed to process millions of transactions with proven reliability and compliance with security standards. More information at https://www.appdesign.com.
Services and expertise
Enterprise web application development
APP Design designs, develops and deploys enterprise software for various industries. The solutions integrate databases, ETL, data warehousing and analytics. Applications are optimised to process millions of transactions without unplanned downtime.
Security and performance
Particular attention is paid to security, reliability and linear performance scalability. Deployment takes place on multi-node clusters hosted on web servers, data centres or cloud environments. The solutions have a proven track record of standards compliance and security.
Agile development and rapid prototyping
The company's agile methodology prioritises rapid prototypes and multiple iterations. This approach accelerates time to market, incorporates customer feedback throughout development cycles and releases high-value features more quickly.
Integrated quality assurance
Quality is built in from the design phase, not tested afterwards. The approach includes well-documented enterprise architecture, continuous integration, automated testing, simulated deployments and phased production releases.
Systems integration and business domains
The company's business expertise and practical experience enable the rapid and cost-effective creation of scalable solutions. Developers have extensive experience in designing proven systems and applying industry best practices.
Methodology
APP Design relies on best practices validated by hundreds of successful projects: architectural roadmaps, phased releases, and automated testing. Constant communication with clients is maintained through collaborative workshops, design reviews and collaborative tracking tools. Each iteration undergoes refinement and fine-tuning until a simple, maintainable and scalable solution is achieved.
Team and clients
APP Design has developed solutions for clients from various industries, including organisations such as ECMC, Baker McKenzie, HealthRio and Mediware. Experience accumulated over several decades has enabled the developer team to gain deep knowledge of integration and development challenges in enterprise environments.
