FAQ
Below are detailed answers to the questions we hear most often from Ohio’s founders and innovation leaders.
1. How long does it take to build an MVP?
Our standard engagement spans 10–16 weeks. We begin with a one-week Discovery Sprint to define goals, user personas, and a prioritized feature set. Next, we prototype and test core flows to de-risk design assumptions. Development then progresses in two-week agile sprints, with working software delivered at the end of every iteration so you can provide rapid feedback. Factors such as third-party integrations, compliance requirements, and complexity of algorithms can extend timelines, but we always share a detailed project schedule up front and track progress in real time through shared dashboards.
2. What budget should I plan for?
Most Ohio startup MVPs fall between $75,000 and $250,000. The lower end typically covers a focused web or mobile product with a handful of critical features, while the higher end includes multi-platform builds, advanced security, and complex backend integrations. We produce a transparent, line-item estimate after Discovery so you know exactly where every dollar goes. Flexible payment schedules, milestone-based invoicing, and phased rollouts let you control cash flow without stalling progress.
3. Do you help with fundraising?
Yes. Our team offers Fundraise Assist, a complimentary add-on for qualified startups. We craft a technical overview section for your pitch deck, prepare architecture diagrams, and rehearse demo day presentations so you can confidently answer investor questions. We also facilitate warm introductions to Midwest angels and VCs, and provide ongoing support during due-diligence—responding to code-quality audits, security reviews, and scalability inquiries. Several of our clients have closed seed or Series A rounds within three months of MVP launch.
4. Which technologies do you use?
We maintain an agnostic stance, selecting the stack that best aligns with your product vision, team skills, and long-term roadmap. Popular choices include React or Flutter for the frontend, Node.js or Python for backend services, and cloud deployment on AWS or Azure. For data storage, we leverage PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or DynamoDB depending on use case. Our DevOps toolchain typically features Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and GitHub Actions for CI/CD. Prior to kickoff, we host a technical architecture workshop to weigh trade-offs and document an agreed-upon stack.
5. Can you work with my in-house team?
Absolutely. Roughly half of our projects involve close collaboration with a client’s internal developers, designers, or product managers. We adopt your preferred tools—Slack, Jira, Azure DevOps, or Trello—and integrate our agile ceremonies with yours. Knowledge-transfer sessions, joint code reviews, and shared documentation ensure your team gains full ownership of the product. When the MVP is ready for handoff, we provide onboarding sessions, architecture run-books, and 90 days of post-transition support to guarantee a seamless continuation.
