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What Is a Digital Software Factory?
Learn what a digital software factory is and how it can help you successfully develop digital projects.
A digital software factory is a company with processes and methodologies, human resources (qualified professionals), and materials for developing, testing, and maintaining digital projects, both for desktop and mobile environments.
The term “digital software factory” emerged from the adoption of the existing concept of a “software factory,” with an emphasis on the digital environment (web and mobile).
The traditional software factory primarily focused on developing systems and applications, covering everything from requirements analysis to maintenance. A digital software factory does the same, but in a different environment, with new technologies and constant expansion!
What Is the Basic Structure of a Digital Software Factory?
A well-structured digital software factory needs professionals who can ensure the project is properly planned, executed, and delivered from start to finish. Some of the most recommended professionals in operations include:- Operations Manager
- Project Manager
- Technology Manager
- Client Services Representative
- Test Analyst (QA)
- Infrastructure Analyst
- Front-End Developer
- Back-End Developer
- Art Director
- Designer
- Copywriter
- Information Architect
What Is the Difference Between a Digital Production Company and a Digital Software Factory?
There is no difference! In fact, the term digital software factory comes from “software factory,” which, a few years ago, referred to companies that developed systems exclusively for desktop or client-server environments, tailored to their clients. The term Digital Production Company came into use as a replacement for Software Factory, placing greater emphasis on developing projects in a new environment where the internet and mobility are basic requirements.Who Can Hire a Digital Software Factory?
A software factory's purpose is to plan, develop, maintain, and evolve the projects it has developed or manages. For this reason, any company looking to develop a technology project for web or mobile applications can hire a digital software factory. Many agencies (not just advertising agencies) hire digital production companies (digital software factories) as their technology partners to develop projects for several reasons, including:- They lack the expertise to develop the project properly, whether due to its scope or technology;
- They do not have professionals available to carry out the project at that time;
- They have a tight delivery deadline and need to outsource;
- They do not have the workforce available to hire for a temporary project;
- They do not have an in-house technology team because technology projects are sporadic, and maintaining a full team would be costly and unnecessary;
- They want to focus on their core business and hire specialized companies to complement their service and solution offerings;
- They want to scale while ensuring quality;
