Finding coders is getting harder
The current industry situation with regards to software developers is that there is a shortage and the trend does not look hopeful, at least not in the short term. Of course, it is possible for this trend to slow or even reverse, but for the time being businesses should be operating in line with the present reality which is that if you want an in-house software developer or a team of them, they will be hard to find and expensive. Some businesses are willing to shell out this expense as they have clear plans and know what they require. Other businesses who may be new to integrating SaaS into their operations may not find it to be a worthwhile investment as they are not entirely clear on how to employ it.
It's hard to directly attribute a causation to this shortage we find ourselves in, as is commonly the case. The effects of "The Great Resignation" are still being felt across industries, not just software development. Fallout from the pandemic and the response made by governments and corporations is still being felt even in late 2022. Many people are taking longer than what was expected getting back to work. A more in-depth look into the industry-specific issue can be found here.
There are companies for whom hiring an in-house developer is not a viable option. However, these companies may still be interested in integrating their data into a software service that can turn their raw data into actionable data. Seldom is there a situation where a business cannot improve their operations and make themselves more efficient by utilizing their raw data. As expressed, the shortage and price of in-house software developers may appear to be a barrier to entry, in combination with the looming recession which has been discussed on this blog that has many executives thinking twice about hiring for new roles. Luckily, the expansion and boom of the low-code, no-code industry could not have come at a better time. What SEAD allows is for companies to gain access to a highly tailored software service at a price tag far lower than what would be required for an in-house developer, let alone a team of them which is what SEAD provides.
The bottom line is this: the shortage of developers might not be letting up any time soon and the result of that is going to be a steadily increasing price tag for what few developers are available. What low-code, no-code offers is an alternative that still provides a high degree of customization and direct executive-to-executive customer service. So, for those who feel it might not be the best time to employ SaaS, we would disagree. It just needs to be done the right way. If it seems that low-code, no-code is a worthwhile route forward for your business, a consultation with SEAD is a few clicks away.
