2025: The Return of the App
2025 marks a significant resurgence in the adoption and development of bespoke applications. Businesses across sectors are rediscovering the transformative power of tailored apps to enhance operations, engage customers, and streamline processes.
At Shoothill, we’ve observed this trend first-hand, collaborating with clients to craft solutions that drive efficiency and innovation. Some of our recent app projects have included a redesign and added functionality to Fast Amps’ user charging app, designing and developing the sports community app Supporta, the outdoor exploration app Wild Otter and of course the Housebuilder Pro Part L helper app.
Each of these have a different use in a business from reaching a new segment of consumer, adding functionality to a pre-existing product or aiding a core part of your team in doing their job. Today we’re exploring some of these and similar projects across the industry have used mobile apps to make a bit impact on business this year.
Why Apps Are Making a Comeback
Several factors contribute to this renewed interest in custom applications:
- Enhanced user engagement: Apps offer a direct channel to customers, fostering deeper engagement and loyalty.
- Operational efficiency: Tailored solutions can automate routine tasks, reducing manual effort and errors.
- Data-driven decisions: Integrated analytics provide real-time insights, enabling informed decision-making.
- Competitive advantage: Custom apps can differentiate a business, offering unique features not available in off-the-shelf solutions.
Applications Making an Impact
We’ve taken a look through the mobile apps available across the market and picked out 3 examples of those that are making a major impact on their respective sectors, one of which has been made by ourselves.
Housebuilder Pro Part L App
In response to the UK’s updated Part L building regulations, for our new homes management system Housebuilder Pro, we developed an app to assist construction professionals in ensuring compliance.
The app provides tools to manage documentation, and streamlining the compliance process directly from the construction site. This solution exemplifies how industry-specific apps can address regulatory challenges effectively.
Zoe: Personalised Nutrition
Zoe, a UK-based wellness start-up, has made significant strides with its app offering personalised nutrition advice based on individual health metrics. By analysing gut health, blood sugar, and fat levels, the app delivers tailored dietary recommendations.
With substantial investment backing and a growing user base, Zoe demonstrates the potential of direct-to-consumer apps in the health sector.
TfL Go: Navigating London with Ease
Transport for London (TfL) has continued to evolve its mobile offering with TfL Go, a free app designed to make navigating the capital easier and more accessible. Unlike standard journey planners, TfL Go offers real-time status updates, step-free access information, and personalised route suggestions based on user preferences.
The app has proven especially valuable for those with mobility needs or who want to avoid crowded services, reinforcing how a well-designed public service app can significantly enhance user experience and public engagement. By prioritising accessibility and real-time data, TfL is setting a benchmark for how digital tools can improve everyday urban life.
Partnering with Shoothill for Your App Development Needs
At Shoothill, we specialise in developing custom applications tailored to your business objectives. Our team of experienced developers and designers work collaboratively with clients to deliver solutions that are both innovative and practical.
Whether you’re looking to improve internal processes, engage customers more effectively, or navigate regulatory landscapes, we’re here to help.
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