概述
The timeline for building a SaaS application varies based on scope, complexity, and team structure. A basic MVP can be developed in 3–4 months, while full-featured platforms may take 6–12 months or longer depending on integrations, compliance, and scalability requirements.
Timeline by Phase
- Discovery & Planning: 2–4 weeks
- UI/UX Design: 3–6 weeks
- MVP Development: 8–12 weeks (core features, user auth, billing)
- Testing & QA: 2–4 weeks (manual + automated testing)
- Iteration & Launch: 4–8 weeks for polishing and deploying
Factors That Impact Duration
- Number of features and user roles
- Depth of API integrations
- Custom UI/UX needs
- Compliance and security constraints
- Team size and delivery model (in-house vs augmented)
How to Accelerate Development
- Start with a narrow MVP scope
- Use prebuilt components or third-party services
- Partner with an experienced SaaS engineering team
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