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How to Choose a Software Development Shop (An Honest Checklist)

July 8, 2026 · 5 min

Choosing who you trust with your system is just as important as the system itself. This checklist will save you some headaches.

What to ask

  • Can I see a prototype before I commit?
  • What's the pricing model? (Healthy: implementation + maintenance.)
  • Who supports me during the implementation?
  • What happens with support and improvements after delivery?

Red flags

  • They charge everything upfront and then vanish.
  • They can't explain the "what" and the "why" in plain language.
  • There's no maintenance plan.

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