When you’re building software, it’s easy to be tempted by the lowest bid. The spreadsheet looks cleaner, the budget stays safe, and the promise of “same quality, lower price” feels irresistible. But a few months later, when deadlines stretch, features break, and costs start piling up, that early “savings” starts looking like the most expensive choice you could have made.

We’ve seen this story play out countless times. A founder hires a low-cost development team overseas or a freelancer who promises to “do it all” for a fraction of the usual rate. The project starts strong, but by the time the app hits testing, bugs appear faster than fixes, documentation is missing, and updates take twice as long as expected.

This isn’t bad luck. It’s the hidden cost of cheap software development: the quiet accumulation of technical debt, rework, and frustration that comes from cutting corners early. In this article, we’ll walk through what those hidden costs look like, why quality pays off long term, and how to choose a partner who delivers true value, not just a low price.

Turning an idea into a successful product often begins with building a Minimum Viable Product (MVP). However, jumping into MVP development without understanding the key indicators of readiness can lead to wasted time, money, and effort.

Before moving to full-scale production, many companies rely on MVP development services to test their ideas, attract investors, and fit their business models. In this article, we’ll look at seven key signs that show you’re truly ready to build your MVP and how the right development partner can help you turn your early-stage idea into a market-ready product with confidence and clarity.

Creating intuitive and efficient digital experiences is at the heart of good UX design. A key method for evaluating usability is heuristic evaluation, a process that helps designers identify common UX issues early. At the center of this method lies Nielsen heuristics—a foundational framework developed by Jakob Nielsen that continues to influence modern UX practices.

For startups building their first MVPs, scale-ups improving usability under pressure, or established companies refining complex platforms, Nielsen heuristics offer a practical, proven way to ensure your product resonates with users from day one. These principles are especially useful when resources are limited, timelines are tight, and usability must be built in—not bolted on.

This article explores what Nielsen heuristics are, why they matter, and how to apply them effectively in UX design.

Starting a new software project is exciting. Teams are motivated, clients are enthusiastic, and everything feels full of possibility. But over time, that early spark can fade. Communication slows, unexpected challenges appear, and progress stalls. In the worst cases, projects lose momentum entirely and never reach their full potential.

This mid-project slowdown—often called attrition or dropout—is more common than many people realize. It happens when a software initiative loses focus, resources, or stakeholder support before completion.

At Milo Solutions we do not operate only in the digital realm. Exceptional products often require the presence of developers on-site to ensure the best possible understanding of the situation. When the Altitude Centre sought our assistance, we were pleased to visit their London facility. The overextension of the previous developer left the Altitude Centre with unmet project goals, hindering the advancement of the innovative altitude simulation room. We analyzed the project, designed the embedded systems, and implemented the necessary advancements in less than 2 years.

Here is how it went.

From initial C++ and Qt support up to advanced data visualization, quality testing, and bench to enterprise software solutions – this project encompasses a wide spectrum of IT services we often provide for our clients. Collaboration with ProteinMetrics required us to deliver both desktop & web systems, followed by partial UX/UI enhancements and data processing optimization. Over the past few years, we have become the true core of the entire product development.

Interested in details? Here is how this project went.

If you’re building a product and need to move fast without hiring full-time, freelancers can be a smart option — if done right. For startups and scaling businesses, they can bridge gaps quickly without the long-term commitment of full-time hires.

But as accessible as it sounds, freelancer hiring isn’t a plug-and-play solution. Poor communication, unclear expectations, or a rushed hiring process can lead to frustration, wasted time and missed deadlines.

Let’s break down how to avoid those mistakes—and build strong, productive relationships when hiring freelancers.

When Paul Munson, a US-based furniture craftsman and SME owner, contacted us for a custom web application for his business, we instantly found common ground. The main scope of CraftsOS project included a comprehensive tool that consists of a 3D modeling feature, dynamic price calculator, and production management capabilities.

Interested in details? Here is how this project went.

Struggling with tools that don’t quite fit? Custom software solutions might take your business forward. Unlike off-the-shelf tools, which are made for mass use, custom applications are tailored to fit your exact workflows, goals, and systems. Custom software application development offers several advantages over generic tools, making it a smart choice for businesses seeking a perfect fit. Interested in details?

Here is our take on custom software application development.

Starting a new product often means running into limits fast – especially with generic tools that weren’t built for what you’re trying to do. That’s where custom software comes into play. But how do you choose the right tech stack? What are the major red flags during negotiations? And what should you expect along the way?

Here is our take on custom software development for startups.