Stress-free software development.
The way it should be.
If you've ever worked with a software development agency you'll know that:
Lack of tech knowledge can be a real barrier to a successful working relationship
There's no Google Translate for dev-speak to English. So if you're not tech-literate it can be difficult to even articulate what you want, let alone deal with the tricky technical questions you'll be bombarded with that you don't have a clue how to answer because - surprise - you're not a developer.
When you feel like you're speaking a different language, making yourself heard can be a struggle.
And you can easily lose control of the tech decisions that are being made.
Substandard development work is a major risk, and you won't know it.
When you can't evaluate the quality of the code that's being written, how do you know whether the agency you hire is following industry standards or cutting corners?
Poor quality code can jeopardize your entire project.
You could end up with a bug-filled product that breaks, code that no other developer can understand in future, or - in the worst-case scenario - an unusable product that you have to scrap and start again from scratch - if you can afford to.
Poor communication can derail your project
Having a whole hierarchy of people involved in your project inevitably leads to communication breakdown, confusion and delays. Things get lost in translation. Lack of consistency between all the different people working on your project can lead to an inferior quality product. And often, even the best developers don't know how to adapt their communication to talk to you in plain English.
So it's not surprising that poor communication is one of the main reasons outsourcing software development fails.
Bespoke software development is expensive and slow
It's not unusual for a large, complex project to take up to a year or more to deliver. So building a brand new, bespoke platform from scratch could end up costing you hundreds of thousands of pounds.
Even seemingly small, simple features and additions can take a frustratingly long time and cost you more than you expect - or are willing to pay.
Once your project's finished, you're on your own
As soon as your agency delivers your finished product, you're completely responsible for it. The brand new software that should be making your life easier instead becomes one big headache as you’re left to deal with all the ongoing technical challenges of hosting, monitoring, maintenance and more.
This all really gets our goat...
At JuicyLlama we know that choosing the wrong tech partner can ruin outsourcing experiences. We understand the nightmares of outsourcing software development because we’ve experienced it all ourselves.
So we did something about it.
JuicyLlama. The stress-free software development specialists and trusted technical partners for non-techy people.
A business-first approach
Founder Andy has been building businesses and software systems for over two decades.
Having worked with countless in-house development teams, outsourced developers and agencies, he’s experienced all the problems and pitfalls that can hamper a software development project. So he understands the business drivers behind successful software development.
And as an entrepreneur, he knows how to focus development efforts to deliver maximum results and avoid the common pitfalls.
Which is why we always take the time to thoroughly understand your business needs and goals. Before we even build anything.
A collaborative partnership that drives your business forward
With both business and software development in our DNA, JuicyLlama is your ideal technical partner.
We understand that the key to a successful project is joint ownership of the outcome of your product. So right from the outset we take a collaborative and hands-on approach, working meticulously to understand and help you define your objectives, project-specific requirements and overall scope.
Because we're business-oriented, we can help you identify and choose the best technical opportunities for meeting your business goals. And we can help forecast and mitigate the development risks.
This approach ensures a perfectly aligned product vision that delivers to both your business and technical goals. As your technical partner we're just as obsessed with your success as you are. So we work tirelessly to deliver you an exceptional product you can be proud of, provide excellent technical support, and build a solid, trusted partnership for your long-term business success.
Top tech talent vetted and handpicked for you
We use a rigorous screening process to identify the most talented developers at the top of their game. We are experts in taking complex problems and simplifying them into software which just works.
And we insist that every member of the JuicyLlama team has excellent communication and facilitation skills. Which is why you can feel confident collaborating one-to-one with any of our team to bring your vision to life.
As a small, specialized team we are able to provide you with a highly focused and efficient experience. Without the hierarchy of a traditional big agency to hinder the process, you'll love how your entire project flows smoothly and seamlessly from start to finish.
Tech talk with clarity
As a non-technical entrepreneur it's easy to feel disadvantaged when dealing with software development agencies that only talk in geek jargon and you can barely understand a thing they're saying.
Of course you want your tech partner to know more about tech than you. But you never want to feel like you've lost control of the decisions that are being made.
At JuicyLlama we're proficient in plain English. We'll always explain technical terminology, ideas and concepts in ways you can understand. So you'll always have an informed position in the conversation.
Which means when it comes to making vital tech-related business decisions, you'll always be in control.
By your side with full tech support
As your technical partner, we provide ongoing support and maintenance for your new software. So you can get on with running your business without ever having to worry about a tech-related thing.
We keep up to date with all the latest technologies from blockchain technology to machine learning and AI so we can readily adapt and upgrade your software to changing conditions and the most recent tech.
Which means your shiny new software will always stay, well - shiny and new!
If you can relate to any of the above, let us know
Our simple, straightforward, zero-stress approach is why businesses, startups and entrepreneurs are so keen to work with us. For an easygoing, jargon-free chat about your tech needs, get in touch with us today.