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Mobile App Development

Mobile App Development

CAO-TECH plans, designs and builds mobile apps for iPhone and Android — including the backend, accounts, payments and admin tools behind them — and supports them after launch.

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The Challenge

An app is a product, not just a project

Apps succeed when they solve one job extremely well, work reliably on real devices, and keep improving after launch. We start by defining that core job, then build the smallest version that delivers it — and a roadmap for what comes next.

Capabilities

What we handle

  • Product planning

    User flows, feature priorities and a release plan that fits your budget.

  • Mobile UX & UI

    Interfaces that follow platform conventions and feel natural on each device.

  • App development

    Native iOS with Swift/SwiftUI, and Android or cross-platform builds where they fit.

  • Backend & data

    Authentication, cloud data, file storage and push notifications.

  • Integrations

    Payments, maps, calendars, CRMs and your existing systems.

  • Store launch

    App Store and Google Play preparation, review guidance and release management.

Deliverables

What we build

  • Customer-facing apps

    Booking, ordering, accounts and loyalty experiences.

  • Marketplace & community apps

    Two-sided products with listings, messaging and payments.

  • Field & operations apps

    Tools for teams on the move: checklists, photos, scheduling and reporting.

  • Companion apps

    Mobile access to an existing web platform or SaaS product.

Our Process

How We Deliver

  1. 01

    Discover

    We learn your goals, users and constraints.

  2. 02

    Plan

    Scope, roadmap and a clear estimate.

  3. 03

    Design

    User-friendly flows and interfaces.

  4. 04

    Build

    Clean, secure, well-tested code.

  5. 05

    Launch

    Deployment, handoff and training.

  6. 06

    Support

    Maintenance, updates and growth.

Technology

Technology & integrations

We pick the approach that fits your users, timeline and budget, and we explain the trade-offs before you commit.

  • Swift & SwiftUI
  • iOS SDKs (MapKit, WeatherKit, Sign in with Apple)
  • Firebase (Auth, Firestore, Storage)
  • REST APIs
  • Stripe
  • Push notifications
  • TestFlight
  • App Store Connect
  • Google Play Console

Related Work

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Custom Business Solutions

Multiple Industries

Internal tools, portals, integrations and apps built for individual businesses. Much of this work is confidential — ask us for examples relevant to you.

  • Web
  • Mobile
  • API

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Should my app be native or cross-platform?

It depends on your audience, device features and budget. Native gives the best platform fit; cross-platform can reduce cost when both platforms need identical features. We recommend an approach during planning and explain why.

Do you build the backend too?

Yes. Accounts, databases, admin dashboards and APIs are part of the build, so the app is a complete product rather than just screens.

Will you help publish to the App Store and Google Play?

Yes. We prepare builds, store listings and privacy details, and guide you through review.

What happens after launch?

Operating systems and devices change every year. We offer ongoing support for updates, fixes and new features.

Ready to bring your idea to life?

Have an app idea?

Share what you want users to be able to do and we will help you shape a realistic first release.

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