Custom Apps
Purpose-built solutions for the operational gaps that off-the-shelf software doesn't address - built to fit the systems around them, not just to work in isolation.
Off-the-shelf platforms solve the 80% case.
The remaining 20% - the operational requirements that don't fit a native workflow, the integration that Zapier can't handle reliably at volume, the internal tool that the team needs but no vendor offers - requires custom development. Tactical Marketing builds purpose-built applications and tools that are designed from the start to operate inside the systems around them, handle real-world edge cases, and be maintained by someone other than the original developer.
Our Approach
We scope custom applications against a defined functional requirement, not a wish list.
Before writing a line of code, we establish what the application needs to do, what it needs to integrate with, and what constraints - performance, security, maintainability - govern how it's built. Development is documented throughout. Applications are delivered with deployment instructions, integration documentation, and operational guidance so the internal team can maintain what we build.
Discuss Custom Apps
Connect with Phil to discuss your operational environment, what's not behaving correctly, and how Tactical Marketing approaches the repair and governance work.
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What We Do in Custom Apps
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify what's actually broken versus what just looks broken?
We audit systematically - program logic, trigger conditions, data sync behavior, and the integration layer - rather than reacting to surface symptoms. Most environments have failures that aren't visible in the platform UI at all.
How long does an audit or repair engagement typically take?
A thorough audit runs 2–3 weeks. A structured repair or rebuild depends on the depth of the technical debt - most range from 4–10 weeks. We scope each engagement after the initial audit so you know what you're committing to.
Do you provide ongoing management after the repair work is done?
Often, yes. Many clients transition into a managed services arrangement where Tactical Marketing handles ongoing administration, governance, and platform maintenance. Others prefer to hand back to an internal team - in which case we document everything and run a formal knowledge transfer.
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