How long does it take to develop a custom native app?

The time factor in the development of native apps

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The development time of a customized native app is one of the most worrying aspects for any ecommerce. Traditionally, an app project could take between 6 and 12 months, involving high costs, large technical teams and complex integration phases.

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Today, thanks to real-time connection technologies such as those offered by Reskyt, launching a native native app is possible in just 4 weeks, reducing the investment and ensuring that your business starts generating profitability from the first month.

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Why did it take so long before?

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Traditional development required:

• Define the architecture and program from scratch in iOS and Android.
• Duplicate efforts in design, testing and validation.
• Manually connect the app with the store's CMS or ERP.
• Lengthy review processes in the app stores.

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This not only slowed down the project, but also increased the risk of failures and dependence on external equipment.

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Reskyt's proposal: an app in 4 weeks

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With Reskyt's methodology, development time is drastically reduced because:

• The app connects directly to the existing ecommerce without duplicating tasks.
• Design and customization are managed from a visual panel without code.
• The integrations are automatic, reflecting stock, prices and categories in real time.
• The App Store and Google Play publishing process is optimized and managed by experts.

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Stages of development of a customized native app in Reskyt

Week 1: Analysis and design

The ecommerce is reviewed, the visual style of the app is defined and menus, fonts, colors and sections are adapted.

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Week 2: Integration and customization

The app connects to the ecommerce CMS (PrestaShop, Shopify, Magento, VTEX or others). Categories, products and brand customization options are configured.

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Week 3: Configuration of functionalities

Key functionalities are activated: push notificationsloyalty programs, abandoned carts, automatic repurchase and real-time analytics.

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Week 4: Testing and publication

Usability, load and security tests are performed before publishing the app on iOS and Android. The process is fast and supervised by the Reskyt team.

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Benefits of reducing development times

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• Faster profitability: you can start generating income in less than a month.
• Cost savings: less resources in development and technical support.
• Increased competitiveness: you take advantage of seasonal peaks in demand sooner.
• Scalability: you can add new features without redoing the app.

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Case Study: EfectoLED

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EfectoLED, a leading company in LED lighting and lamps, faced the challenge of transforming its ecommerce into a native app without delaying its growth.

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Its objectives:

• Launch a customized app in record time.
• Synchronize catalog, prices and stock with your ecommerce.
• Offer segmented promotions and pushes in key campaigns such as Black Friday.

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Results with Reskyt:

• App launched in only 4 weeks.
• +36% in mobile conversion after the first three months.
• +28% in average ticket thanks to personalization and cross-selling.
• More than 40% of recurring users switched to shopping from the app.

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Market data supporting speed

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According to Data.ai (2023), ecommerce companies that launch mobile apps reduce the cost of customer acquisition by 32% compared to web-only strategies. In addition, 83% of Spanish users prefer to shop on apps versus the mobile web (IAB Spain, 2023). This confirms that speed of development is not only viable, but essential.

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Frequently asked questions about the development time of a custom native app

How long does it really take to develop an app with Reskyt?

With our methodology, the average time from initial analysis to publication in stores is 3 to 4 weeks.

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Is technical knowledge required to manage the app afterwards?

No. Everything is managed from an intuitive visual panel. You can change banners, promotions or send push without programming.

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Can I launch the app before a seasonal campaign like Christmas?

Yes, Reskyt allows you to have the app ready in less than a month, just in time to take advantage of seasonal sales peaks.

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What is the difference in time compared to a traditional development?

A traditional development can take between 6 and 12 months. With Reskyt, the process is reduced to 4 weeks thanks to the automatic integration with your ecommerce.

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What if I want to add more features after launch?

Reskyt's platform is scalable. You can add modules such as loyalty, geolocation or code scanning without redoing the app.

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Conclusion: in 4 weeks you can have your app ready to sell

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The development time of a custom native app is no longer an obstacle. With Reskyt, in less than a month you can launch a powerful, connected app, ready to generate revenue from day one.

Companies like EfectoLED prove it: speed, customization and scalability are key to transform your ecommerce into a profitable mobile channel.

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Do you want to have your app in 4 weeks? Request your free demo and discover how Reskyt can help you sell more in less time.