Why Building a Custom Exam Platform is a Bad Idea for Most Institutes
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: ...