Dedicated Development Team vs Fixed Price Project
There are two common ways to hire developers: pay a fixed price for an agreed result, or reserve a team's time every month. Neither is always cheaper. It depends on how clear the job is and how much will change.
How a fixed price project works
You agree what will be built, what it will cost and when it will be delivered. The developer takes the risk of it taking longer than expected. Changes are possible, but they go through a simple change request with a new price. This works best when the result is clear, like replacing a specific spreadsheet or building a portal with known features.
How a dedicated team works
You pay for a set amount of developer time each month and decide what they work on. Priorities can change week to week. This suits a product that keeps evolving, where you learn from users and adjust. It needs someone on your side who can make decisions quickly, otherwise you pay for time that is not used well.
Which one fits your situation
If the job is well defined and short, fixed price is easier to budget and lower risk for you. If the work will run for many months and you expect lots of change, a dedicated team is usually more efficient. If you are not sure yet, that is a sign to start with a small fixed price step first.
Budgeting for each model
Fixed price gives you one number to plan around. Dedicated capacity gives you a monthly cost that is easy to predict but no guarantee of what will be finished in a given month. Ask for a breakdown either way so you can see what you are paying for.
The mix that works for most small businesses
Start with a fixed price clickable demo, then a fixed price first version. Once it is live and people use it, move to a small monthly plan for improvements. With Myriah that looks like a $750 demo, a starter app from $5,000, then optional care at $200 per month with extra work quoted as you need it.
Questions to ask any developer
Who owns the code and accounts at the end? How are changes priced? How often will I see progress? What happens if the project runs late? Who will I actually talk to? What is included after launch? Clear answers to these questions matter more than the hourly rate.
Quick answers.
Which option is cheaper?
Fixed price is easier to budget for a clear job. A dedicated team can be more efficient for long, changing work.
Can we change scope during a fixed price project?
Yes, through a simple change request with an agreed price.
How much does Myriah charge?
A clickable demo is $750. A starter app starts from $5,000. A business system with several user types, a portal or several integrations starts from $10,000. The optional care plan is $200 per month.
Every business is a bit different.
Your tools, your data and how your team works can change the right answer. Prices and timelines here are starting points. You get a fixed quote after a free call.