App development · Wigan
App development in Wigan
Wigan's distributors and manufacturers need mobile apps that work where your team actually is—offline on the warehouse floor, on the van, at the loading bay. We build apps people use every day, with the backend to match and the maintenance that keeps them running.
App development for Wigan businesses
Hubb Group is a digital agency and software company. Our studio is in Dubai and we work with UK clients remotely, on UK hours, with a named lead on every project. Contracts and invoices are issued by our UAE company, in pounds.
Measurement for manufacturing and distribution buyers means uptime (does the app run every shift without crashes?), processing time (does it cut order-to-pick time?), and data accuracy (are errors down?). We monitor these daily and report quarterly. Downtime costs you orders, so we alert before problems hit production.
Every project is a fixed quote with a clear timeline and clear milestones. You own the work and the accounts outright when we're done — no lock-in, and nothing you can't take with you.
Sectors we work with in Wigan
- Third-party logistics and distribution
- Food and beverage manufacturing
- Engineering and metal fabrication
- Warehouse and materials handling
- Transport and delivery operations
- Industrial supply and trade
Everything we deliver includes
Scoped to ship
A first version people will actually open, priced before the build starts.
Store review handled
App Store and Play requirements — privacy, account deletion, demo logins — dealt with.
Works on a bad connection
Offline behaviour and accessibility treated as requirements, not polish.
Fixed prices
A clear quote and timeline up front — no open-ended retainers, no surprises.
A named lead
One person who knows the build, on UK hours, not a ticket queue.
Yours to own
Code, signing keys and store listings in your name.
Apps that work offline, because your operation doesn't stop at the desk
Your team picks stock without a signal. Your drivers operate across the region. Your warehouse runs 24/7. We build native and cross-platform apps that sync data when the connection comes back, handle spotty coverage, and don't need Wi-Fi to do their job. Every feature is tested against real conditions—not theory.
Most app shops build for office workers. We build for how Wigan's logistics and manufacturing teams actually move. That means offline data capture, battery efficiency on long shifts, and interfaces that work in gloves. The app stays useful when the network is not.
From brief to App Store approval without the delays
We scope tight. No sprawl, no feature creep, no months wasted on unused functionality. You tell us what problem the app solves, and we build exactly that. Small, fast, reviewable. That means faster approval from Apple and Google, and a faster handover to your team.
When the app goes live, the work doesn't stop. We build ongoing maintenance into the contract from the start—not as an afterthought. Security patches, OS updates, performance monitoring, bug fixes. Your app keeps working as the world changes around it.
Backends that grow with your order volume
Peak season shouldn't crash your systems. We build the server side to handle your busiest days without falling over. Whether you're processing ten orders an hour or two hundred, the backend scales. It integrates with the systems you already run—your ERP, your inventory, your customer database.
Your Wigan operation moves fast. The backend has to match that pace. Real-time stock updates, order routing that doesn't bottleneck, API integrations that actually work. We document it so your team can troubleshoot without calling us every time.
Measurement that matters to procurement-led buyers
You care about uptime, order accuracy, and whether the app cuts processing time. We track those things. Not vanity metrics—real operational data. Is the app reducing warehouse picks by five minutes per order? Are your team reaching their shift targets faster? That's what we measure.
Your app competes on reliability. Downtime costs you orders. We monitor performance daily, alert you to problems before they become outages, and fix issues fast. The reporting shows you whether the app is earning its place in your operation.
App development in Wigan — common questions
Does the app work when my warehouse crew lose signal?
Yes. We build offline functionality into every app. Your team captures data, the app stores it locally, and syncs when the connection returns. No hanging, no lost work, no excuses.
How long does Apple and Google review take?
Typically seven to ten days per platform if the app meets guidelines. We build to pass first time—tight scope, clear functionality, no red flags. No guarantees on review speed, but our apps don't languish.
Can the app talk to our existing systems?
That's the expectation. We integrate with your ERP, inventory system, or whatever you run now. We document the API so your team understands how it works. If integration is complex, we scope that upfront.
What happens after launch? Do you just hand it over?
No. Maintenance is built into the contract. We monitor for crashes, push security updates, and fix bugs that surface in the real world. Your app stays stable as iOS and Android versions change.
Why do Wigan manufacturers choose custom apps over off-the-shelf software?
Off-the-shelf doesn't fit how you actually work. It's built for generic use cases. A custom app solves your specific problem—the way your team picks, packs, or routes. It pays for itself in efficiency.
How much will this cost?
Depends on scope. A tight MVP—three months, one core workflow—sits in one range. A multi-platform app with complex backend integration costs more. We scope the work, quote it honestly, then stick to the timeline we agree.
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Need app development in Wigan?
Tell us what you need and we'll come back with a fixed quote and a timeline — usually the same day.