At Backbone IT, we design, build, and launch mobile apps that meet enterprise expectations for performance, security, accessibility, and compliance. Whether you are bringing a new idea to life or modernising an existing app, we take responsibility from early strategy through post launch operations. Our goal is simple: predictable delivery, measurable outcomes, and low operational risk.
We develop for iOS and Android using the right approach for your objectives. When you need the best possible performance and a “native” feel, we build directly with Apple and Google toolsets. When speed to market and shared code are priorities, we use proven cross platform frameworks to deliver efficiently without compromising user experience.
Under the hood, we favour clear, modular architectures that keep codebases maintainable and release cycles fast. Features are designed for real world use: reliable offline access with smart data sync, well-behaved background tasks that protect battery life, and seamless use of biometrics, camera, location, and payments. Accessibility is built in from day one—text scaling, screen reader support, proper colour contrast, and clear navigation—so your app meets WCAG 2.1 AA and AODA standards.
Security is woven through our software development life cycle. We plan for threats, code defensively, and verify with automated checks. Data in transit is protected, and sensitive information on the device is stored using platform security features such as Apple’s Secure Enclave and the Android Keystore. Where appropriate, we pin certificates to reduce the risk of man in the middle attacks.
Getting an app into users’ hands is a process with many moving parts. We manage provisioning, certificates, app identifiers, entitlements, and Apple notarization, with secure custody and rotation for signing keys. Store configuration covers everything from build formats to versioning, country rollouts, and policy checks against App Store and Google Play guidelines.
If your use case is private distribution, we configure Apple Business Manager and managed Google Play private channels and integrate with mobile device management platforms such as Microsoft Intune and VMware Workspace ONE. For beta testing and controlled releases, we set up TestFlight and Google testing tracks, use staged rollouts to reduce risk, and gate releases on quality indicators like crash free sessions and app not responding (ANR) rates.
We also handle the details that influence discoverability and trust:
Fast, reliable releases require automation and visibility. Our continuous integration and delivery pipelines automate builds, tests, code quality checks, and security scanning. We run unit, snapshot, and user interface tests locally and on device farms to cover a wide range of devices and operating systems. Build artefacts are signed, traceable, and stored securely, with software bills of materials to support supply chain transparency.
We use feature flags and remote configuration to ship safely, enabling “dark launches” to a small audience and instant rollback if needed. Observability is standard: crash and performance analytics are wired into dashboards your stakeholders can trust, so issues are found early and fixed quickly.
We optimize cold starts with lazy loading, keep the interface smooth by reducing unnecessary drawing work, and manage network use to balance freshness and efficiency. Caching and incremental sync reduce bandwidth while keeping data current. Battery impact is monitored and tuned. When problems appear, we act on real time diagnostics and crash reports, keeping mean time to restore low and user satisfaction high. When you work with Backbone IT, quality is never a question.
Before we write code, we align on outcomes. Short, focused workshops clarify goals, constraints, and success measures. We map user journeys, define acceptance criteria, and align with platform design guidance so the experience matches user expectations. Analytics plans are defined with clear event governance and consent handling, so you can trust the data from day one. Experimentation backlogs and KPI frameworks connect features to business impact, helping you prioritize confidently.
Engagement models that fit your context:
A dedicated cross functional team takes you from concept to launch.
Migrate ageing code to modern languages, modularise monoliths, replace brittle SDKs, and improve testing.
Senior specialists embed with your team to accelerate delivery and uplift standards.
We operate your app with SLAs, incident response, and an evolving roadmap.
A dedicated cross functional team takes you from concept to launch.
Migrate ageing code to modern languages, modularize monoliths, replace brittle SDKs, and improve testing.
Senior specialists embed with your team to accelerate delivery.
We operate your app with SLAs, incident response, and an evolving roadmap.
Discovery and technical due diligence establish the baseline: repositories, build pipelines, provisioning, analytics, and non functional requirements. We then define a target architecture, integration contracts, and a prioritized backlog with a clear Definition of Ready and Definition of Done. Delivery proceeds in short iterations with peer reviews and continuous testing across representative device matrices. Releases are hardened, compliant, and accompanied by the creatives and metadata required for approval. After launch, we monitor behaviour in the wild, triage issues, and ship optimizations on a cadence that matches your risk profile.