A process built for certainty.
Five clear stages, fixed checkpoints and complete visibility — so you always know exactly where your investment stands.
Discovery & Scoping
We start every project by understanding your business, users and constraints. Through structured workshops we define the problem, map user journeys, and produce a detailed technical brief and fixed-scope proposal.
Deliverables
- ›Technical brief
- ›Architecture diagram
- ›Fixed-scope proposal
- ›Timeline & milestones
Design & Prototyping
Our design phase covers UX research, wireframes, high-fidelity UI design, and interactive prototypes. We build and test a design system that scales — so the product looks consistent today and in three years.
Deliverables
- ›Wireframes
- ›UI design system
- ›Interactive prototype
- ›User testing results
Development & Iteration
We build in two-week sprints with continuous integration and delivery. Every sprint ends with a demo, and every change goes through code review and automated testing before deployment.
Deliverables
- ›Working software each sprint
- ›CI/CD pipeline
- ›Automated tests
- ›Sprint demos
Launch & Handover
We handle deployment, monitoring setup, performance tuning and documentation. Your team gets full access to all code, accounts and infrastructure — you own everything.
Deliverables
- ›Production deployment
- ›Monitoring & alerting
- ›Full documentation
- ›Team handover
Support & Growth
After launch, we offer SLA-backed support packages. Bug fixes, security patches, performance improvements and new features — under a clear agreement with defined response times.
Deliverables
- ›SLA support agreement
- ›Monthly reports
- ›Security patches
- ›Feature iterations
Common questions.
Everything you need to know about working with Els Labs.
How long does a typical project take?+
Most projects take 10–20 weeks from discovery to launch. Simple marketing sites can be faster (4–6 weeks), while complex SaaS platforms may take longer. We provide a detailed timeline during the discovery phase.
How much does a project cost?+
Projects typically range from £10,000 for marketing sites to £100,000+ for complex SaaS platforms. We work on fixed-scope, fixed-price engagements — so you know exactly what you're paying before we start.
Do I own the code?+
Yes. You own 100% of the intellectual property, source code, accounts and infrastructure. We build everything in your accounts and hand over complete documentation.
What technologies do you use?+
We specialise in React, Next.js, Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Flutter, and AWS. We choose technologies based on your project's needs — not trends.
Do you work with startups?+
Yes. We work with startups, scale-ups and established businesses. For early-stage startups, we can help with MVP development and technical architecture to ensure you build on solid foundations.
What happens if I need changes after launch?+
We offer ongoing support packages with defined SLAs. Whether it's bug fixes, new features or performance improvements, we're here for the long term.
Have a product worth building properly?
Tell us where you're headed. We'll come back within two working days with a clear, honest view of how we'd build it.