Web applications are becoming extremely popular. Web applications allow access through the browsers on computers, tablets, and phones. We’ll explore the details and benefits of web applications so you can start thinking about ways they could help your business.

What is a Web-based Application?

A web-based application, also known as a web application or web app, is a program that’s stored remotely on a server and connected to via the internet through a browser interface. Developers specialising in web app development can create useful and valuable web apps for a wide variety of purposes and uses. Business web apps can deliver specialised functions or information, such as business process management, bespoke financial management systems, and workflow automation tools. Their overall value lies in making business processes more automated, efficient and resistant to human errors.

How Do Web Applications Work?

One of the main selling points of web apps is that they don’t need to be downloaded. A web browser, like Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Apple Safari, or Mozilla Firefox, serves as the connection interface. Web apps require an application server, a web server, and a database to operate.

The web server manages the web requests from users, and the application server completes the task requested. The database is the storehouse of all necessary information.

What Defines a Web App?

A progressive web app (PWA) is an app that uses modern web technologies and design features to deliver a user experience resembling that of a native app. Like a cross-platform app, a PWA can run on a variety of platforms using a single codebase. It can also be downloaded onto the device and used offline, or integrated with the platform’s features and other apps installed on the device.

Advantages of Web Applications

Web apps offer some significant advantages over mobile apps, including

• As mentioned above, web apps can work on any mobile platform or device with a web browser.
• Web apps require less space on a user’s device as they’re stored on a remote server. This is advantageous for users worried about space on their devices.
• They are faster to develop and can require a smaller development team as they don’t need to have several versions for different operating systems. This also makes them less expensive to develop. 
• Most web apps can easily be updated and maintained without requiring user input. Developers can easily fix issues and update the web apps on a remote server without notifying the users.

Manao Software’s Web Application Development Process

A web app provides a business with a valuable tool to increase the interaction and communications they have with their employees and customers. At Manao Software, we’re aware of how vital this connection can be in helping a business. 

We’ve developed a web app development process that relies on close collaboration with our clients to fully utilise the potential opportunities a successful functional web app can deliver. 

The first step is to work with our clients to fully understand their business sector and product requirements, establish the features to include in the web app, and decide how they will interact. 

This leads to designing the UX and UI components of the web app. Ensuring the app is easily understandable and user-friendly is one of the ways to increase its acceptance and use, thus increasing its value.

Once we have the parameters in place, we can design and create a web app based on industry best practices that’s secure, reliable, flexible, scalable, performs well and is easy to maintain.

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To explore the benefits of creating a custom web application for your business further, please contact Manao Software.