How your idea becomes a working app in just 15 days

Plenty of ideas when it comes to digital transformation, but in the end, only a small percentage actually take off. Not because the ideas aren’t meaningful, but because the barriers seem too high: too expensive, too complex, too time-consuming. And that’s a shame. In this blog, Pieter Taghon, Sales Director at Mendify, explains how low-code development bridges this gap.

The First Step is the Hardest

It all starts with an idea. Perhaps you dream of a customer portal, an automated approval process, or a smart dashboard solution. But going from there to a working application seems like a huge leap. At Mendify, we notice that many people get stuck in the idea phase. They expect high costs, long timelines, see all kinds of technical obstacles, and ultimately don’t take any action.

When we have an initial conversation with potential clients, we always start with two key questions. Where is the real added value if we realize this plan? And what is your biggest concern when it comes to execution? By checking together how realistic the idea is, not only does a better solution emerge, but also clarity about its feasibility.

Transparency From the Start

After that first exploration, we translate your idea into concrete requirements and user stories. These form the basis for a transparent estimate. No vague quotes or unexpected costs later on, but clear insight into what each component costs. We simply go through the estimate step by step, together. Until you have a clear picture: OK, if I really want to have this app built, it will cost me this much. You can always adjust, choose a lighter version, or decide not to build something. This approach gives you full control. You invest only in what truly makes a difference.

Sprint Towards Results

Then the real work begins. In two-week sprints, we achieve surprisingly a lot. We had a client where we delivered a complete customer portal in just 15 working days. Very fast, very beautiful, with lots of added value.

Of course, we can’t build everything in 15 days. But in two to three sprints, we already create something you can really work with. This speed also creates something special: involvement. Due to the short cycles, you, as a client, are closely involved in the process and can make adjustments in real-time.

Feedback as Fuel

After each two-week sprint, you’ll get a demo of what we’ve built. Maybe you want certain elements to be more prominent, the layout organized a bit differently, or perhaps you want an additional step in the process. Thanks to our agile way of working, we can adjust it immediately. After the demo of the first sprint, we often see enthusiasm build. When people see what’s possible in just two weeks, a lot of ideas start to flow. Sometimes, we even have to put on the brakes a little.

The Power of Co-Creation

The secret formula? Close collaboration. By directly linking your business knowledge to our technical expertise, we create what we call co-creation. That doesn’t mean you need to be the one pulling the strings, but your input goes straight to the development team.

Some people ask: How can this go so fast? Is it solid enough? I like to compare it to Lego. With Lego, you can also build quickly, but it can also collapse quickly. It’s all about how you build. That’s where our knowledge and expertise come in – it’s what you need to get the best return – only then can you build quickly, but most importantly, build the right things.

The Start of a Journey

Usually, that first project is just the beginning. Integration with existing systems, automation of manual processes – the appetite steadily grows to tackle other challenges. Once you’ve started your digitalization journey, you see what’s possible through integration and automation. But we never digitalize just for the sake of digitalizing. There must always be a clear benefit, such as being able to spend more time with your own customers.

Dare to Take the Step

Do you have an idea that’s been on your mind for a while? A process that screams for improvement? An opportunity you haven’t dared to seize yet? Challenge us! Step over that threshold and pitch your concept. In a no-obligation conversation, we’ll explore together what’s possible – and how quickly we can make it happen.

Contact us and experience our app-in-a-day experience.