Custom-Development

Many educational institutes consider building custom exam platforms, believing it will give them more control and better features. However, for most institutions, this approach leads to significant problems, wasted resources, and failed projects. This article explores why custom development is often a bad idea. The Harsh Reality of Custom Development High Failure Rates Statistics show that custom software projects have alarming failure rates: 31% of projects are cancelled before completion 52% exceed their original budget by 189% Only 16% are completed on time and on budget Average delay: 222% of original timeline Real Costs vs. Estimates Most institutes underestimate costs by 2-3x: ...

Educational institutes face a critical decision when implementing online exam platforms: build a custom solution or choose a white label platform. This comprehensive cost comparison reveals why white label solutions offer significantly better value for most institutions. The True Cost of Custom Development Initial Development Costs Building a custom exam platform requires substantial investment: Development Team Frontend developers: $50,000 - $100,000+ Backend developers: $60,000 - $120,000+ UI/UX designers: $30,000 - $50,000+ QA engineers: $25,000 - $40,000+ Project managers: $20,000 - $35,000+ Total Initial Development: $185,000 - $345,000+ ...