Richard Schreiber explains why cheap software development backfires. Cost is hours times rate, and cutting corners on price usually means cutting corners on quality, which costs more to fix later.
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Hi, Richard Schreiber again, the software whisperer. And we're going to continue to talk about our frequently asked question, how much will it cost to develop my software system? And one important factor that I want to bring up is software development is not a commodity, and you really shouldn't treat it as such. At the end of the day, it's still hours times rate equaling whatever the project is. But you want to remember that you get what you pay for when you decide to pay a lesser rate or an offshore rate, necessarily for developing of your software. That's why we say don't treat it as a commodity. Respect that it is a process with a lot of nuances and quality control and the quality of your product are imperative. And trying to save a few dollars here and there can sometimes end up costing you more in the long run. RICHARD schreiber, the Software Whisperer Keep asking those questions.