Software Insights

Application Health Assessment

Get a look under the hood.

Vertical Motion’s Application Health Assessment (AHA) is a thorough evaluation of existing software solutions. Similar to a 130-point vehicle inspection, the AHA assesses the overall health of an application, identifies critical software issues, and details the necessary actions for restoring the app to optimal performance. After completing the review, clients receive a detailed Application Health Report (AHR), which includes:

Program Highlights

A comprehensive summary of the application's current status, key performance indicators, and technical specifications
A detailed roadmap outlining the immediate (days), short-term (weeks), and medium-term (months) actions required to restore the application to full health
Identification and recommendations for addressing security vulnerabilities and privacy risks
A complete list of all direct dependencies, including their installed versions and any necessary updates

Do any of these statements apply to you?

I need to make content or functionality updates.

As time goes on, apps need to be reviewed and maintained to amplify your business goals. Got changes to make?

Users are experiencing warnings or errors.

Often, the first sign something is amiss comes direct from your user base. Getting reports from the field?

The app store is sending me notices.

App stores have ever-changing requirements and parameters for the software they host. Need to update fast?

I stopped working with my previous developer.

When a development relationship changes, you can end up in the dark about your app health status. Are you in the know?

My application has stopped working.

In the worst case, application health has degraded to the point of non-function. Need emergency resuscitation?

If you answered yes to one or more of these prompts, you're in the right place! With nearly two decades of experience in the software development industry, Vertical Motion has the expertise and resources to assist you in navigating these complex situations. To get started, our team will begin by performing an Application Health Assessment to help us understand your software’s current condition and design a way forward towards your desired future state.

Business Benefits of an Application Assessment

Enhanced Visibility

With developer analysis and plainspoken reporting, you can truly understand what’s under the hood of your application. Knowing the technology in use (called the “Tech Stack”) enables you to operate confidently and make good technology choices in future. Compare your Tech Stack to industry standards, and make judgment calls on our go-forward recommendations.

Learn about your existing “Tech Stack”
Identify versions and libraries to inform update schedule
Compare application structure to industry standards
Determine next steps from plainspoken reporting

Future Readiness

Out of date software with a backlog of maintenance tasks can inhibit your ability to make timely business decisions. You might just want to update an image or a line of copy, but the application can’t be accepted into app stores due to the tasks demanding attention. Future proof yourself and eliminate maintenance surprises with the AHR.

Software with pending updates require attention
Even simple changes cannot be made with a backlog of tasks
Awareness is empowerment - keep on top of updates
Make updates and changes at your discretion

MAXIMUM UPTIME

The old saying goes: an ounce of prevention equals a pound of cure. It definitely applies with software: if you aren’t aware of upcoming roadblocks and updates, you can suddenly find yourself with an application that isn’t functioning. With the AHR, you can get ahead of problems before they start and ensure you don’t lose uptime, which creates financial and customer-service churn.

An ounce of prevention equals a pound of cure
Be informed of upcoming failure points and updates
Avoid downtime, anticipate updates, and keep schedule
Avoid financial and customer service churn

BEING INFORMED AND EMPOWERED

It can be challenging to know where you stand if you feel out of your depth in technical jargon. With the AHR, you can get a second opinion and hold your developer accountable. With a third-party unbiased perspective, you are empowered to make business decisions about your software, knowing what changes are necessary versus needless upsell.

Learn where your technology stands in simple terms
Compare analysis between developers - ideally, they agree
Make informed business decisions based on clear analysis
Be empowered with facts to drive development plans

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost?

The Application Health Assessment is on a sliding scale, typically ranging between $1500 and $3000, with the full amount due upon project inception. Contact your Vertical Motion rep for details.

How long does it take?

We will provide and present results after one business week.

What do you need from me?

To review your software accurately, Vertical Motion requires full administrator access to the application and/or code base, and all credentials and available documentation regarding the existing tech stack and its desired functionality. This allows us to test against the ideal and narrows focus and time.