{"id":2095,"date":"2022-10-03T11:00:47","date_gmt":"2022-10-03T11:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/?p=2095"},"modified":"2022-10-03T15:45:24","modified_gmt":"2022-10-03T15:45:24","slug":"you-have-a-great-app-idea-should-you-sell-your-idea-or-develop-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/you-have-a-great-app-idea-should-you-sell-your-idea-or-develop-it\/","title":{"rendered":"You Have a Great App Idea\u2014Should You Sell Your Idea or Develop it?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_4,3_4&#8243; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;2&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; module_class=&#8221;post_header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;70%&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; 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global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]Believe it or not, but having a great idea for an app is actually a very small part of an app\u2019s success.<\/p>\n<p>And that&#8217;s because ideas are cheap. Everyone has an idea.<\/p>\n<p>What brings <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/datadriveninvestor\/what-makes-a-great-app-great-6e15d6c36b26\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">real value to an app<\/a> is what features it offers, how it looks, what technology it leverages, and the talent of your team.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jq7_A8EfkdU\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>So if you\u2019re wondering if you should sell your app idea, just know that it takes some work to get your idea to a place where someone would be willing to buy it, like having a minimal viable product (MVP).<\/p>\n<p>But should you even sell your app idea or should you <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/building-an-app-for-iphone-and-android-should-you-do-it\/\">develop it yourself<\/a>?<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look.<\/p>\n<h4>Table of Contents<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#chapter1\">Creating an MVP<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#mvp\">What is an MVP?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#benefits\">What are the Benefits?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#market-fit\">Identify if Your App is a Market Fit<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#user-journey\">Map out Your User Journey<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#features\">Choose What Features to Build<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#chapter2\">Selling Your Early MVP<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#approach\">Who to Approach<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#key-features\">Establish Key Features<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#business-outcomes\">Have the Business Outcomes Mapped Out<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#prototypes\">Test your Prototypes and Wireframes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#road-map\">Have a Road Map<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#chapter3\">Should You Just Develop it?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#develop-it\">Why you Should Develop It<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#sell-it\">Why You Should Sell it<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2117\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-3-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"chapter1\">Chapter #1: Creating an MVP<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s going to be nearly impossible to sell just an idea, no matter how great of an idea it is.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/how-to-get-investors-for-an-app\/\">Potential buyers and investors<\/a> want to see that it\u2019s actually a product people will want.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2118\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-4-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>They want to see that it\u2019s solving real problems.<\/p>\n<p>They want to see how your <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/5-step-beginner-guide-for-your-brilliant-app-idea\/\">app idea <\/a>can make money.<\/p>\n<p>They want to see how it\u2019s going to look.<\/p>\n<p>Get the idea?<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color: #d2eeff;\"><strong>PRO TIP:<\/strong><br \/>\nConsider taking the next step with your app idea and building an MVP.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"mvp\">1.1 What is an MVP?<\/h3>\n<p>If you want to sell your app idea without having to take the project to 100% completion, a great way to do that is to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smashingmagazine.com\/2019\/07\/mvp-app-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">create an MVP<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>An MVP is not quite a finished product. It\u2019s certainly further along in the app development process than a prototype, for example, but it still needs work.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2097\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_MVP_Process-1024x710-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>MVPs follow a build, measure, learn process.<\/p>\n<p>You build the minimal form of your product to <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/is-my-app-idea-any-good-how-to-validate-your-app-idea-in-10-steps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">validate your app idea<\/a> and learn more about what users want, and then you can continue improving it and adding more features.<\/p>\n<p>The greatest benefit is that having an MVP returns immediate value while keeping development costs down.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"benefits\">1.2 What are the Benefits?<\/h3>\n<p>Let\u2019s talk more about the benefits of building an MVP for your mobile app idea.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2098\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Benefits_of_MVP-1024x776.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<h4>#1 Winning Investor or Stakeholder Buy-In<\/h4>\n<p>Whether you want to sell your MVP or keep it and continue developing it, having one will help secure <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/a-guide-on-how-to-get-funding-for-an-app\/\">funding for your project<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2099\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Benefits_of_MVP-1024x776-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<p>And having funding will help build confidence in your product when it comes time to <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/how-to-successfully-pitch-an-app-idea-what-to-know\/\">pitch it to interested parties<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2099 aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Mobile_App_Funding_Sell_Your_Idea.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1746\" height=\"924\" \/>&nbsp;<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackrock.com\/us\/individual\/investment-ideas\/alternative-investments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blackrock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>#2 Testing Concepts<\/h4>\n<p>One of the greatest benefits to creating an MVP is that it allows businesses to test their product ideas to see how valid (or invalid) their business plan is.<\/p>\n<p>Rather than investing time, money, and resources into a dead-end project, an MVP is essentially a beta version that can be released and used to gather valuable information from prospective users.<\/p>\n<p>From there, you&#8217;ll be able to better ask questions like, &#8220;Should we keep developing this app?&#8221; or &#8220;What do we need to change about the app to ensure its success?&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>In short, this is a process of measuring and learning based on real user feedback. Testing concepts with an MVP can help a business make adjustments or pivot where needed.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2109\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Target_Market_Sell_App-1024x685-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>&nbsp;<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/appradar.com\/blog\/how-to-find-your-target-audience-for-mobile-apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">appradar.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>#3 Testing Usability<\/h4>\n<p>While you can certainly do some usability <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/mobile-app-prototyping\/\">testing with a prototype<\/a>, conducting testing on an MVP will be much more insightful.<\/p>\n<p>Building an MVP will bring you valuable data on how your users are interacting with your app and how quickly they\u2019re able to use it to solve their problems.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2107\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Usability_Testing_Mobile_App-1024x612-1.png\" alt=\"\" \/>&nbsp;<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nngroup.com\/articles\/usability-testing-101\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nngroup.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This will also help you identify new features you can incorporate into your app as well as what features you can cut out.<\/p>\n<h4>#4 Verify Market Demand<\/h4>\n<p>Remember, an MVP is all about testing your app and seeing what works or doesn\u2019t work.<\/p>\n<p>In a lot of ways, having an MVP is about <a href=\"https:\/\/learnappmaking.com\/market-research-app-idea-how-to\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">understanding the market demand<\/a> and how well it fulfills users\u2019 needs.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2114\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-1-1024x853-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Having an MVP will allow you to discover if your app is valuable to potential users without having to invest a ton of time and money.<\/p>\n<h4>#5 Find the Right Revenue Strategy<\/h4>\n<p>There are a lot of ways an app can make money, but what works for one app might not work for yours.<\/p>\n<p>Having an MVP is a great way to try out different <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/how-to-make-money-creating-apps\/\">monetization strategies<\/a> to find the best one.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2106\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea_Monetization-1024x483-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color: #d2eeff;\"><strong>PRO TIP:<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you see that users aren\u2019t spending money on upgrades or add-ons in your app, you might want to pivot and try making money in another way, like incorporating advertisements in your app or charging users to download your app.<\/p>\n<h4>#6 MVPs are Cost-Effective<\/h4>\n<p>Remember, an MVP is just a working prototype, or beta version of your project. It&#8217;s not the full, finished product.<\/p>\n<p>And of course, building a prototype rather than building the finalized thing is extremely cost-effective.<\/p>\n<p>It can help you predict the response from your user base, your market segment, and the sales you&#8217;ll make\u2014all without having to finalize your product, which can save you money.<\/p>\n<p>And if you find your app idea isn&#8217;t all that viable, well, at least you haven&#8217;t sunk all your funds on an unviable product.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2120\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-5-1024x885-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>An MVP might not represent your app\u2019s full potential, but it\u2019s a great starting point to see if it\u2019s an idea that has legs.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"market-fit\">1.2 Identify if Your App is a Market Fit<\/h3>\n<p>Identifying whether or not there\u2019s a need for your app in the market is the first step in validating your app idea.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t begin building an MVP without <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/is-my-app-idea-any-good-how-to-validate-your-app-idea-in-10-steps\/\">validating your idea first<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can determine if your app idea is needed in the market:<\/p>\n<h4>#1: Conduct Market Research<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/@ChromeInfotech\/save-85-of-your-time-know-how-to-do-market-research-to-create-a-hit-mobile-app-5a582f31754e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Conducting market research<\/a> is all about understanding who your target audience is and learning more about their goals and motivations.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2121\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-6-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Create a user persona for your app. This persona will represent your target audience.<\/p>\n<p>What is this persona\u2019s age? What\u2019s their geographic location? What\u2019s their income level?<\/p>\n<p>Study these characteristics well to see what kind of person would use your app.<\/p>\n<h4>#2: Know how Big Your Target Market is<\/h4>\n<p>You should have a good understanding of the size of your target market.<\/p>\n<p>Make a list of keywords related to your app and add them to the <a href=\"https:\/\/ads.google.com\/home\/tools\/keyword-planner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google keyword planner tool<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2110\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Google_Keyword_Tool_App_Ideas-1024x495-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019ll tell you immediately the average monthly searches your keywords are getting both locally and globally.<\/p>\n<p>The more searches your keywords are getting, the more demand there is for your app idea.<\/p>\n<h4>#3: Look at the Competition<\/h4>\n<p>Another part of researching the market is by getting out there and seeing what apps your target audience is using.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneur.com\/article\/328720\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What does the competition look like<\/a> and how do you differ?<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2108\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Mobile_App_Competition-1024x734-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"user-journey\">1.3 Map out Your User Journey<\/h3>\n<p>Remember, you want to build your MVP with your users in mind.<\/p>\n<p>You want them to have a good experience with your app, even if it&#8217;s just an MVP.<\/p>\n<p>This involves mapping out user journeys.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2100\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_User_Journey_Map_Selling_App_Idea-1024x690-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>&nbsp;<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nngroup.com\/articles\/customer-journey-mapping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nngroup.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimizely.com\/optimization-glossary\/user-journey-map\/#:~:text=A%20user%20journey%20map%20(also,long%2Dterm%20loyalty%20and%20advocacy.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A user journey map<\/a> is a visualization of a user\u2019s experience with your app.<\/p>\n<p>This is beneficial because it provides the user\u2019s perspective, from opening the app to arriving at the end goal, whatever that may be.<\/p>\n<p>As you can imagine, this provides valuable insight into how you can build and design your app so that it offers the best user experience.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2122\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-7-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"features\">1.4 Choose What Features to Build<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re only interested in creating an MVP which you can then sell, then you want to keep development costs down and build your app as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n<p>When thinking about what features to include, focus on the most important ones.<\/p>\n<p>Include features that make your app <em>valuable<\/em>. Anything else can always be added in <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/how-often-should-you-update-your-app\/\">later iterations of your app<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2096\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Should_I_Sell_My_App_Idea_MVP-1024x578-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/appfluence.com\/productivity\/prioritization-matrix\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A prioritization matrix<\/a> (as seen above) is useful because it helps you identify where your app can make the most impact in relation to the feature\u2019s urgency.<\/p>\n<p>This will help you decide what should be included in your MVP and what features you can release later.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"chapter2\">Chapter #2: Selling Your Early MVP<\/h2>\n<p>Ready to sell your MVP? Let\u2019s take a look at how you can get started.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"approach\">2.1 Who to Approach<\/h3>\n<p>While you can always approach investors for money to fund your mobile app project, they typically won\u2019t just flat out buy your MVP.<\/p>\n<p>So who will?<\/p>\n<p>The best place to sell your app idea or MVP is to the leaders of the industry you\u2019re in.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2116\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>If you have a <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/healthcare-mobile-app-development-services\/\">healthcare app<\/a>, for example, you would approach Chief Technology Officers (CTO) and Chief Information Officers (CIO) at providers and payers.<\/p>\n<p>If you have a sales technology mobile app, you\u2019ll want to talk to Chief Revenue Officers (CRO) and the VP of sales.<\/p>\n<p>If you have a revolutionary e-commerce solution app, talk to the digital leaders in the retail field who will be most interested in your ideas.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color: #d2eeff;\"><strong>PRO TIP:<\/strong><br \/>\nSpeaking with those directly in your industry will help give you a bigger picture of the industry landscape as well as help you better understand the problems your app is trying to solve.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"key-features\">2.2 Establish Key Features<\/h3>\n<p>When you\u2019re ready to sell your MVP, you should already have your key features established.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, whoever buys your MVP wants minimal risk. To do that, don\u2019t include features you think they\u2019ll want. Include features you know they\u2019ll need.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2105\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_App_Core_Features-1024x701-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>&nbsp;<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prweb.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prweb.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>As mentioned in the previous section, <a href=\"https:\/\/scholarworks.rit.edu\/cgi\/viewcontent.cgi?article=10785&amp;context=theses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prioritizing your features<\/a> will save you time and money.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"business-outcomes\">2.3 Have the Business Outcomes Mapped Out<\/h3>\n<p>Anyone buying your app idea will want to see the potential business outcomes, like <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/app-metrics-guide\/\">key performance indicators (KPI)<\/a> and return on investment (ROI).<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s much easier to discuss this with buyers if you have a working MVP as opposed to just an idea in your head.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2104\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Metrics-1024x450-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>&nbsp;<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appdynamics.com\/blog\/product\/16-metrics-to-ensure-mobile-app-success-part-1-performance-metrics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">appdynamics.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Interested parties want to see numbers. They want to see data.<\/p>\n<p>And they want to see proof. You can get this with an MVP.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"prototypes\">2.4 Test your Prototypes and Wireframes<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s always a good idea to set up test groups for your app\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/protoio.medium.com\/heres-why-mobile-app-developers-need-to-use-prototypes-6686e76317c5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MVP or prototype<\/a> so you can learn more about what does and doesn\u2019t work with your app.<\/p>\n<p>This will help you understand what else is needed.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2103\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_App_Prototype-1024x637-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>&nbsp;<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mockplus.com\/app-prototyping-tool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mockplus.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"road-map\">2.5 Have a Road Map<\/h3>\n<p>When presenting your MVP to potential buyers, you want to have a very clear timeline for the product.<\/p>\n<p>This timeline, <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/datadriveninvestor\/how-to-create-a-product-roadmap-for-a-mobile-app-3e850bdd52cf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">or road map<\/a>, should outline key milestones and implementations for your app.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"chapter3\">Chapter #3: Should You Just Develop it?<\/h2>\n<p>While an MVP is just a minimal form of your app, it still takes a lot of time and work.<\/p>\n<p>Sure, it\u2019s not quite as expensive as going the full nine yards and bringing your app to 100% completion, but <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/app-development-costs-breakdown\/\">it can still get pricey<\/a>, unless you\u2019re a skilled developer yourself who can work on the app.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2125\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Mobile_App_Costs_Sell_Idea-1024x553-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>&nbsp;<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/thinkmobiles.com\/blog\/how-much-cost-make-app\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">thinkmobiles.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If not, you\u2019ll need to <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/how-to-find-app-developers\/\">hire developers<\/a>, designers, testers, marketers, and other experts to get your project started so it can then be presented to buyers.<\/p>\n<p>But once you\u2019ve gone through all the steps in the <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/how-long-does-it-take-to-develop-an-app\/\">lengthy development process<\/a>, is it even worth it to sell it?<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"develop-it\">3.1 Why you Should Develop It<\/h3>\n<p>If you really believe in your app and you\u2019re already willing to invest the time and money to build a working MVP, maybe you should consider holding onto it.<\/p>\n<p>It could make you a lot more money in the long-run.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, at this point, you\u2019ve already validated your mobile app idea.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ve learned more about your app\u2019s fit in the market.<\/p>\n<p>You already have a <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/why-webiotic\/\">team who have helped take it this far<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>So why not go further?<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2102\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Mobile_App_Revenue_Selling_Your_App_Idea-1024x764-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>If the first iteration of your mobile app does well once it\u2019s out in the world, you can keep refining it and improving on your idea to make it even more profitable.<\/p>\n<p>And then you can always sell it later, but it\u2019ll be worth much more.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"sell-it\">3.1 Why You Should Sell it<\/h3>\n<p>You might not want to hang onto your MVP simply because it\u2019ll cost more time, money, and resources.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also stressful creating an app.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/what-makes-good-app\/\">What if it fails<\/a>?<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2101\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Why_Startups_Fail_Sell_App-1024x608-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>&nbsp;<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbinsights.com\/research\/startup-failure-reasons-top\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cbinsights.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you were able to get a working MVP finished on your budget and on a quick timeline, it might be worth it to just sell it to the highest bidder.<\/p>\n<p>At that point, it would no longer be in your hands and you won\u2019t have to worry about whether or not it fails or succeeds.<\/p>\n<p>Sure, you might lose out if <a href=\"https:\/\/liquid-state.com\/ingredients-successful-mobile-app\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">your app is a big success<\/a>, but you\u2019ll also be off the hook if it isn\u2019t.<\/p>\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you should sell your app idea or hang onto it and see it to completion is a difficult choice to make.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s something of a gamble.<\/p>\n<p>The mobile app market is incredibly saturated, and even those with great app ideas end up failing.<\/p>\n<p>If you have a great idea for an app, building a basic MVP is a safe bet. You can walk away from a potential failure (or success) with some money in your pocket.<\/p>\n<p>Another cost-effective solution to see if your idea is worth pursuing is to use our <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/simple-starter\/\">Simple Starter<\/a> package.<\/p>\n<p>This includes a detailed technical writeup or blueprint for your app, wireframe sketches to see how your app will look and work, and market research to find your users\u2014all of which can help validate your app idea.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_comments _builder_version=&#8221;4.11.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; form_field_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; form_field_focus_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; header_font=&#8221;Helvetica||||||||&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; title_font=&#8221;Helvetica|700|||||||&#8221; title_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#2ea0d2&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.2em&#8221; meta_font=&#8221;Helvetica||||||||&#8221; 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And that&#8217;s because ideas are cheap. Everyone has an idea. What brings real value to an app is what features it offers, how it looks, what technology it leverages, and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":4555,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Believe it or not, but having a great idea for an app is actually a very small part of an app\u2019s success.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>And that's because ideas are cheap. Everyone has an idea.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>What brings <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/datadriveninvestor\/what-makes-a-great-app-great-6e15d6c36b26\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">real value to an app<\/a> is what features it offers, how it looks, what technology it leverages, and the talent of your team.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>So if you\u2019re wondering if you should sell your app idea, just know that it takes some work to get your idea to a place where someone would be willing to buy it, like having a minimal viable product (MVP).<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>But should you even sell your app idea or should you <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/building-an-app-for-iphone-and-android-should-you-do-it\/\">develop it yourself<\/a>?<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2117,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2117\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2>Chapter #1: Creating an MVP<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>It\u2019s going to be nearly impossible to sell just an idea, no matter how great of an idea it is.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/how-to-get-investors-for-an-app\/\">Potential buyers and investors<\/a> want to see that it\u2019s actually a product people will want.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2118,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2118\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>They want to see that it\u2019s solving real problems.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>They want to see how your <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/5-step-beginner-guide-for-your-brilliant-app-idea\/\">app idea <\/a>can make money.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>They want to see how it\u2019s going to look.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Get the idea?<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"background\":\"#d2eeff\"}}} -->\r\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color: #d2eeff;\"><strong>PRO TIP:<\/strong><br \/>Consider taking the next step with your app idea and building an MVP.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3>1.1 What is an MVP?<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If you want to sell your app idea without having to take the project to 100% completion, a great way to do that is to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smashingmagazine.com\/2019\/07\/mvp-app-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">create an MVP<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>An MVP is not quite a finished product. It\u2019s certainly further along in the app development process than a prototype, for example, but it still needs work.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2097,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2097\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_MVP_Process-1024x710.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>MVPs follow a build, measure, learn process.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>You build the minimal form of your product to <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/is-my-app-idea-any-good-how-to-validate-your-app-idea-in-10-steps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">validate your app idea<\/a> and learn more about what users want, and then you can continue improving it and adding more features.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>The greatest benefit is that having an MVP returns immediate value while keeping development costs down.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3>1.2 What are the Benefits?<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Let\u2019s talk more about the benefits of building an MVP for your mobile app idea.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2098,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2098\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Benefits_of_MVP-1024x776.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\r\n<h4>#1 Winning Investor or Stakeholder Buy-In<\/h4>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Whether you want to sell your MVP or keep it and continue developing it, having one will help secure <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/a-guide-on-how-to-get-funding-for-an-app\/\">funding for your project<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>And having funding will help build confidence in your product when it comes time to <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/how-to-successfully-pitch-an-app-idea-what-to-know\/\">pitch it to interested parties<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2099,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2099\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Mobile_App_Funding_Sell_Your_Idea-1024x542.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackrock.com\/us\/individual\/investment-ideas\/alternative-investments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blackrock.com<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\r\n<h4>#2 Testing Concepts<\/h4>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>One of the greatest advantages of building an MVP is that it lets you test your ideas and concepts.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>With an MVP, you\u2019re just bringing out your app\u2019s core features rather than a full-on, feature-heavy app.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>This will help you verify if your key features and ideas resonate with your target audience or if you need to go back to the drawing board.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2109,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2109\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Target_Market_Sell_App-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/appradar.com\/blog\/how-to-find-your-target-audience-for-mobile-apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">appradar.com<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\r\n<h4>#3 Testing Usability<\/h4>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>While you can certainly do some usability <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/mobile-app-prototyping\/\">testing with a prototype<\/a>, conducting testing on an MVP will be much more insightful.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Building an MVP will bring you valuable data on how your users are interacting with your app and how quickly they\u2019re able to use it to solve their problems.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2107,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2107\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Usability_Testing_Mobile_App-1024x612.png\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nngroup.com\/articles\/usability-testing-101\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nngroup.com<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>This will also help you identify new features you can incorporate into your app as well as what features you can cut out.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\r\n<h4>#4 Verify Market Demand<\/h4>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Remember, an MVP is all about testing your app and seeing what works or doesn\u2019t work.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>In a lot of ways, having an MVP is about <a href=\"https:\/\/learnappmaking.com\/market-research-app-idea-how-to\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">understanding the market demand<\/a> and how well it fulfills users\u2019 needs.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2114,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2114\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-1-1024x853.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Having an MVP will allow you to discover if your app is valuable to potential users without having to invest a ton of time and money.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\r\n<h4>#5 Find the Right Revenue Strategy<\/h4>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>There are a lot of ways an app can make money, but what works for one app might not work for yours.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Having an MVP is a great way to try out different <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/how-to-make-money-creating-apps\/\">monetization strategies<\/a> to find the best one.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2106,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2106\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea_Monetization-1024x483.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"background\":\"#d2eeff\"}}} -->\r\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color: #d2eeff;\"><strong>PRO TIP:<\/strong><br \/>If you see that users aren\u2019t spending money on upgrades or add-ons in your app, you might want to pivot and try making money in another way, like incorporating advertisements in your app or charging users to download your app.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\r\n<h4>#6 MVPs are Cost-Effective<\/h4>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Building a full-fledged mobile app can take a considerable amount of time and money.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2120,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2120\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-5-1024x885.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>An MVP might not represent your app\u2019s full potential, but it\u2019s a great starting point to see if it\u2019s an idea that has legs.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3>1.2 Identify if Your App is a Market Fit<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Identifying whether or not there\u2019s a need for your app in the market is the first step in validating your app idea.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Don\u2019t begin building an MVP without <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/is-my-app-idea-any-good-how-to-validate-your-app-idea-in-10-steps\/\">validating your idea first<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can determine if your app idea is needed in the market:<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\r\n<h4>#1: Conduct Market Research<\/h4>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/@ChromeInfotech\/save-85-of-your-time-know-how-to-do-market-research-to-create-a-hit-mobile-app-5a582f31754e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Conducting market research<\/a> is all about understanding who your target audience is and learning more about their goals and motivations.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2121,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2121\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Create a user persona for your app. This persona will represent your target audience.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>What is this persona\u2019s age? What\u2019s their geographic location? What\u2019s their income level?<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Study these characteristics well to see what kind of person would use your app.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\r\n<h4>#2: Know how Big Your Target Market is<\/h4>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>You should have a good understanding of the size of your target market.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Make a list of keywords related to your app and add them to the <a href=\"https:\/\/ads.google.com\/home\/tools\/keyword-planner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google keyword planner tool<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2110,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2110\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Google_Keyword_Tool_App_Ideas-1024x495.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>It\u2019ll tell you immediately the average monthly searches your keywords are getting both locally and globally.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>The more searches your keywords are getting, the more demand there is for your app idea.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\r\n<h4>#3: Look at the Competition<\/h4>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Another part of researching the market is by getting out there and seeing what apps your target audience is using.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneur.com\/article\/328720\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What does the competition look like<\/a> and how do you differ?<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2108,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2108\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Mobile_App_Competition-1024x734.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3>1.3 Map out Your User Journey<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Remember, you want to build your MVP with your users in mind.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>You want them to have a good experience with your app, even if it's just an MVP.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>This involves mapping out user journeys.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2100,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2100\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_User_Journey_Map_Selling_App_Idea-1024x690.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nngroup.com\/articles\/customer-journey-mapping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nngroup.com<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optimizely.com\/optimization-glossary\/user-journey-map\/#:~:text=A%20user%20journey%20map%20(also,long%2Dterm%20loyalty%20and%20advocacy.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A user journey map<\/a> is a visualization of a user\u2019s experience with your app.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>This is beneficial because it provides the user\u2019s perspective, from opening the app to arriving at the end goal, whatever that may be.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>As you can imagine, this provides valuable insight into how you can build and design your app so that it offers the best user experience.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2122,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2122\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3>1.4 Choose What Features to Build<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If you\u2019re only interested in creating an MVP which you can then sell, then you want to keep development costs down and build your app as quickly as possible.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>When thinking about what features to include, focus on the most important ones.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Include features that make your app <em>valuable<\/em>. Anything else can always be added in <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/how-often-should-you-update-your-app\/\">later iterations of your app<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2096,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2096\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Should_I_Sell_My_App_Idea_MVP-1024x578.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/appfluence.com\/productivity\/prioritization-matrix\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A prioritization matrix<\/a> (as seen above) is useful because it helps you identify where your app can make the most impact in relation to the feature\u2019s urgency.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>This will help you decide what should be included in your MVP and what features you can release later.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2>Chapter #2: Selling Your Early MVP<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Ready to sell your MVP? Let\u2019s take a look at how you can get started.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3>2.1 Who to Approach<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>While you can always approach investors for money to fund your mobile app project, they typically won\u2019t just flat out buy your MVP.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>So who will?<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>The best place to sell your app idea or MVP is to the leaders of the industry you\u2019re in.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2116,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2116\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Idea-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If you have a <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/healthcare-mobile-app-development-services\/\">healthcare app<\/a>, for example, you would approach Chief Technology Officers (CTO) and Chief Information Officers (CIO) at providers and payers.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If you have a sales technology mobile app, you\u2019ll want to talk to Chief Revenue Officers (CRO) and the VP of sales.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If you have a revolutionary e-commerce solution app, talk to the digital leaders in the retail field who will be most interested in your ideas.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"background\":\"#d2eeff\"}}} -->\r\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color: #d2eeff;\"><strong>PRO TIP:<\/strong><br \/>Speaking with those directly in your industry will help give you a bigger picture of the industry landscape as well as help you better understand the problems your app is trying to solve.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3>2.2 Establish Key Features<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>When you\u2019re ready to sell your MVP, you should already have your key features established.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Remember, whoever buys your MVP wants minimal risk. To do that, don\u2019t include features you think they\u2019ll want. Include features you know they\u2019ll need.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2105,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2105\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_App_Core_Features-1024x701.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prweb.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prweb.com<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>As mentioned in the previous section, <a href=\"https:\/\/scholarworks.rit.edu\/cgi\/viewcontent.cgi?article=10785&context=theses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prioritizing your features<\/a> will save you time and money.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3>2.3 Have the Business Outcomes Mapped Out<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Anyone buying your app idea will want to see the potential business outcomes, like <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/app-metrics-guide\/\">key performance indicators (KPI)<\/a> and return on investment (ROI).<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>It\u2019s much easier to discuss this with buyers if you have a working MVP as opposed to just an idea in your head.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2104,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2104\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Sell_Your_App_Metrics-1024x450.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appdynamics.com\/blog\/product\/16-metrics-to-ensure-mobile-app-success-part-1-performance-metrics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">appdynamics.com<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Interested parties want to see numbers. They want to see data.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>And they want to see proof. You can get this with an MVP.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3>2.4 Test your Prototypes and Wireframes<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>It\u2019s always a good idea to set up test groups for your app\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/protoio.medium.com\/heres-why-mobile-app-developers-need-to-use-prototypes-6686e76317c5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MVP or prototype<\/a> so you can learn more about what does and doesn\u2019t work with your app.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>This will help you understand what else is needed.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2103,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2103\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_App_Prototype-1024x637.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mockplus.com\/app-prototyping-tool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mockplus.com<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3>2.5 Have a Road Map<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>When presenting your MVP to potential buyers, you want to have a very clear timeline for the product.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>This timeline, <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/datadriveninvestor\/how-to-create-a-product-roadmap-for-a-mobile-app-3e850bdd52cf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">or road map<\/a>, should outline key milestones and implementations for your app.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2>Chapter #3: Should You Just Develop it?<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>While an MVP is just a minimal form of your app, it still takes a lot of time and work.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Sure, it\u2019s not quite as expensive as going the full nine yards and bringing your app to 100% completion, but <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/app-development-costs-breakdown\/\">it can still get pricey<\/a>, unless you\u2019re a skilled developer yourself who can work on the app.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2125,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2125\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Mobile_App_Costs_Sell_Idea-1024x553.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/thinkmobiles.com\/blog\/how-much-cost-make-app\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">thinkmobiles.com<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If not, you\u2019ll need to <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/how-to-find-app-developers\/\">hire developers<\/a>, designers, testers, marketers, and other experts to get your project started so it can then be presented to buyers.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>But once you\u2019ve gone through all the steps in the <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/how-long-does-it-take-to-develop-an-app\/\">lengthy development process<\/a>, is it even worth it to sell it?<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3>3.1 Why you Should Develop It<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If you really believe in your app and you\u2019re already willing to invest the time and money to build a working MVP, maybe you should consider holding onto it.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>It could make you a lot more money in the long-run.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Remember, at this point, you\u2019ve already validated your mobile app idea.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>You\u2019ve learned more about your app\u2019s fit in the market.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>You already have a <a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/why-webiotic\/\">team who have helped take it this far<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>So why not go further?<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2102,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2102\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Mobile_App_Revenue_Selling_Your_App_Idea-1024x764.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If the first iteration of your mobile app does well once it\u2019s out in the world, you can keep refining it and improving on your idea to make it even more profitable.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>And then you can always sell it later, but it\u2019ll be worth much more.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\r\n<h3>3.1 Why You Should Sell it<\/h3>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>You might not want to hang onto your MVP simply because it\u2019ll cost more time, money, and resources.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>It\u2019s also stressful creating an app.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/what-makes-good-app\/\">What if it fails<\/a>?<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":2101,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\"} -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class=\"wp-image-2101\" src=\"https:\/\/architsingh.com\/webioticnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Webiotic_Blog_Article_Why_Startups_Fail_Sell_App-1024x608.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbinsights.com\/research\/startup-failure-reasons-top\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cbinsights.com<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If you were able to get a working MVP finished on your budget and on a quick timeline, it might be worth it to just sell it to the highest bidder.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>At that point, it would no longer be in your hands and you won\u2019t have to worry about whether or not it fails or succeeds.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Sure, you might lose out if <a href=\"https:\/\/liquid-state.com\/ingredients-successful-mobile-app\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">your app is a big success<\/a>, but you\u2019ll also be off the hook if it isn\u2019t.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Whether you should sell your app idea or hang onto it and see it to completion is a difficult choice to make.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>It\u2019s something of a gamble.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>The mobile app market is incredibly saturated, and even those with great app ideas end up failing.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If you have a great idea for an app, building a basic MVP is a safe bet. 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