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Custom software & app development.

18 years of human expertise. Accelerated by AI.

One connected platform. Built around your work.

An Essential-inspired purple ribbon unfolds into one application, adapting from mobile to tablet to a business platform.

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Teck

Web App

Teck Resources Enhances On-Site Safety with Responsive EHSC Web Application and Automated Safety Checks

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Lifeguard and BCHES Launch Groundbreaking Digital Safe-Consumption Platform, Ensuring User Safety and Swift Emergency Response

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Emerson Electric is a mobile application modernization project aimed at upgrading the existing platform to meet modern performance, usability, and data-visualization standards for field operators.

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My Trade Shop

Mobile App

Seamless Trade Connections: Introducing My Trade Shop's All-in-One Mobile App for Companies and Customers

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Growmotely

Web App

Growmotely Launches Full-Service Management Platform for Virtual Talent Sourcing and Enhanced Efficiency

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A web-based SaaS (software as a service) application providing a vendor database to government agencies, streamlining the procurement process.

Building top quality
software & apps for
over eighteen years.

From web and mobile applications to business platforms, we bring design, development, and long-term support together. Custom software built around the way your business works.

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Our Essential
Process.

A clear plan, a collaborative team, and care at every stage.

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Planning

At the start of each project, we work with our customers to build a solid project plan. The initial Scope document can come from the client or a combined process of phone calls and in-person meetings.

Wireframing

Once the project plan and scope have been finalized, our wireframing team takes over to determine the placement of all objects on each page of the application, whether it is a consumer mobile app or a backend business application. This is an important stage where we come to a final agreement on what will be placed on each page for the User to access.

Design

After the wireframes for all pages have been finalized, our design team takes over to create the final appearance and functionality of the application. This is an exciting stage of the project where you can see the entire application come to life. We will provide you with clickable versions to fully experience everything the user goes through before we begin coding.

Code

With the wireframes and designs finalized, we begin coding the application to make it functional. As an Agile development shop, we break down the project into baskets of features called Sprints. This approach allows our customers to regularly review the progress of their software development process and provide feedback at the end of each Sprint. We value your input and involvement throughout the entire development process.

Testing

The testing process for mobile and software applications is a crucial step in ensuring that the product is functional, reliable, and user-friendly. Typically, the process involves several stages, where various techniques and tools are employed to identify defects, bugs, and usability issues. The goal is to detect and correct any issues before the application is released to the public, ultimately improving the user experience and ensuring the success of the product.

Deployment

After the application is completed, approved by our internal QA, project management and the client – we are ready to deploy the code to its final destination. Hosting options vary from client-owned servers to web or cloud hosting. We guide clients through the options and handle the final stages.

Making hundreds of businesses
better, big or small.

Lifeguard

“Essential Designs was able to create a cutting edge application that will save lives, they always say "Anything can be done" and are definitely able to deliver on that promise.”
Jeff HardyFounder

Teck Resources

“We’ve been engaged with Essential Designs for several years now and we’ve found that the value they deliver is significantly above everyone else that we deal with.”
Rick TwaddleSBA

Schneider Electric

“We are a company present in more than 150 countries..I was very happy with their efficiency..they were responsive and happy to make any changes that we required.”
Kirill KudymovProduct Manager

Handld

“I had a lot of trust in them, everyone knew their job, and they worked very efficiently. ...the trust and communication skills were what distinguished them from their competitors.”
Cristen PhippsOwner

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