Different Types of Software Applications

Software development for businesses has become increasingly necessary, to assist with the smooth running of day to day processes. Software can be totally flexible – you can either purchase an off the shelf product, or create a customised software application. Fully bespoke software applications allow for a much greater – and cheaper – ability to modify further down the line, and work more easily with business expansion. Your business plan can guide you as to what would be the better option.

I’ve listed below, some different types of software applications available;

• Word Processing software
• Database software
• Spreadsheet software
• Multimedia Software
• Presentation software
• Enterprise software
• Information worker software
•  Educational software
• Simulation software
• Content Access software
• Application suites

Other Types of Software

Off-the-shelf software applications are generally licensed and not sold. This means that the user purchases a single license of the software, but not the license itself. This can work well for many businesses.

• ‘Freeware.’ Some of these applications can be downloaded, copied and used. However, their use is limited.
• ‘Shareware.’ Free to download, but you eventually have to pay for continued use.
• Need to be installed on the hard drive of your computer for use, such as a data management processor, word processor, or spreadsheet software.
•  One of the most effective software ‘Anti-virus’ runs online. No need to download, use it online.

Benefits

Software applications acquire numerous benefits.

• Cost Effective – An efficient software application saves money by carrying out different tasks simultaneously. For example, creating customer contacts, filling in time sheets, raising invoices and quotes are done by using a single business management software.
•  Keep track of progress- You can check employee’s status, project details, and updates.
• Allows Flexibility- With many software applications, you can access the reports and information about your business from anywhere, and from any device – whether it be a tablet, a smartphone, or a PC.

Software applications provide many benefits for both SMEs and large corporations. Finding the right softwaredevelopment for your business can improve processes and efficiencies, leading to an increase in productivity. Of course, you need to invest up front, but the financial return is always far greater than the initial outlay.