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Posted 11th March
When time means money, the last thing any business wants is to create efficiency bottlenecks due to its own systems.
But many are making do with mismatching technologies, with back-office and user-facing systems that don’t talk to each other, creating more work, costly downtime – and at their worst, potentially catastrophic gaps in your online security.
For many businesses, the answer is full stack development.
Simply put, full stack development is the process of building an entire web application – whether it’s an business application development your team needs to use, or one that will become a customer interface.
The strategy wraps in both the front-end (the way the app appears to users), allowing them to interact with the technology; and back-end aspects – in other words how the app is developed and managed on your server.
When these elements are handled in tandem the development team can manage the whole ‘build’ from design to deployment. In this way your app will go live with the minimum of technical hassle and lost time.
The answer is myriad applications. Full stack development forms the bedrock of many technology-based projects enhancing both business operations and user experiences. Examples in a business context – without even considering customer-facing aspects – include:
You may be aware that AI platforms including Microsoft Copilot are being adopted in businesses across industries. This fast-developing technology significantly cuts time spent on low-value tasks for employees, leaving them with more room to handle higher-value aspects of their role.
It’s important to note that full stack development is key to getting maximum value from using Copilot. This is because full stack development allows developers to use Copilot’s code generation capabilities across all of your applications – efficiently providing your team with comprehensive support for their workflow.
Industry Research shows businesses can lower their application development costs by up to 70% when they call on full stack development expertise.
But this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the business benefits. Full stack development:
An additional advantage is the ability to rapidly run ‘test and learn’ projects to trial new concepts using a Minimum Viable Product approach. This can help a business avoid rolling out costly technology failures and also identify apps which will perform better than initially expected.
One of the primary reasons for investing in full stack development is the need for refactoring legacy applications. As technology evolves, older applications often require updates to improve performance, security, and user experience. We understand your operations may be reliant on legacy systems, but as they become outdated and start to slow, the business will suffer. Moving to a new system can cause a lot of business disruption and requires a lot of planning but investing in full stack development for refactoring can be a good option to reduce disruption.
Another significant reason to invest in full stack development is refactoring for security. With the increasing number of cyber threats, ensuring the security of your applications is more important than ever. Full stack development can implement comprehensive security measures across the entire application stack, from the user interface to the server and database. This holistic approach helps in identifying and addressing potential vulnerabilities, ensuring that your application remains secure and reliable.
Full stack development also offers the advantage of being completely custom, allowing you to build whatever you want. This flexibility means that your applications can be tailored to meet your specific business needs and goals, providing a unique solution that doesn’t already exist.
How successful full stack development is for your business depends on tapping into the right expertise.
At BCN the skills and creativity of our expert consultants set us apart in a crowded marketplace. The quality of our full stack development services is built on our understanding of business as well as the technology required to drive operational efficiency and growth.
We offer comprehensive, intuitive and integrated development and support services: full stack .NET development expertise for businesses that want to create modern, secure, scalable and feature-rich applications across their platforms and user devices.
And if you aren’t starting from scratch it’s imperative to review your existing applications, to consider if and how they fit into your new full stack design. BCN can support you with this aspect too.
What should you be looking out for when you want to appoint a full stack development partner?
Here are three non-negotiable requirements:
Expertise – This is a complex area, requiring a wide range of knowledge and abilities. You’ll find more information on ‘must-have’ skills below to check with your supplier.
Experience – Ensure your potential partner outlines their model; how they choose a team and why they can provide the unique skills and background to match your specific needs.
Examples – Don’t be afraid to ask for proof of previously successful engagements and a full explanation of why they worked.
When seeking a team to handle full stack development on behalf of your business, consider whether they tick off the following crucial capabilities:
Front-end development – Technical expertise in the likes of development web-build applications like HTML and JavaScript.
Back-end development – Demonstrable knowledge of programming languages, including Python and Node.
Cybersecurity – Knowledge of safeguarding your server from attacks through the applications that are being built, and how to fix any security holes that could arise.
Database management – An understanding of ‘standard languages’ like SQL, which streamline the way your business absorbs, manages and uses data.
Soft skills – Because full stack development is a major undertaking for your business, the ability to collaborate, communicate and share ideas with your wider team members is a must.
BCN is a leading Microsoft Solutions Partner and a trusted partner to businesses throughout the UK. Our full stack model reflects our deep Microsoft expertise, giving our customers access to leading services and solutions across the Microsoft portfolio.
BCN’s full stack development experts implement Microsoft .NET technology to deliver tangible impact and the greatest efficiency improvements for your business.
Ready to explore how full stack development could take your business to the next level?
