Top 10 Recommended System Development Outsourcing Companies in Vietnam

The ultimate purpose of system development is to improve the productivity and efficiency of an organization. With the gradual growth of system development, it has become necessary to systematize the system development process and come up with a series of steps required for any system development.

This article provides rudimentary knowledge of system development and a list of the top system development outsourcing companies.

System Development is to Create a Mechanism

System development entails the creation of a “mechanism” that effectively addresses corporate problems. It extends beyond mere website construction and program development. Each organization confronts distinctive business objectives and hurdles. For instance, there are requests such as “engaging in novel ventures” or “streamlining existing operations and curbing expenses.”

The core objective is to construct a mechanism employing computer systems to resolve business problems. Websites and programs merely serve as “instruments” in tackling these challenges. Precisely discerning the business issues and crafting the most advantageous “instruments” at a minimal expense is of utmost importance. This, in essence, encapsulates the true essence of “system development”.

There are some main objectives of system development as we stated below:

• Develop information systems that meet the information, operational, and administrative needs of the organization. Note that this objective is related to the system being developed.
• Develop information systems in an efficient and effective manner.

It should be noted that this purpose is more about the development process than the development result.

Top 4 System Development Methods

Agile

Use Agile Development methodologies to minimize risks (bugs, cost overruns, changing requirements, etc.) when adding new features. In all Agile methods, teams develop software in iterations that include new features. Agile development methodologies come in many forms, such as Scrum, Crystal, Extreme Programming (XP), and Feature Driven Development (FDD).

Pros: A significant advantage of Agile software development is the ability to iterate and release software. Iterative releases improve efficiency by enabling teams to find and fix defects early and adjust expectations. And frequent improvements help users realize the benefits of the software faster.

Cons: Agile development methods, which emphasize real-time communication, sometimes lack the necessary documentation for new users to quickly understand the system. Moreover, developers must finish each feature in every development cycle to gain user approval, which demands a substantial time commitment from users and requires a lot of effort.

Agile development methodologies are similar to rapid application development (see below) and can be inefficient in large organizations. Programmers, managers, and organizations accustomed to waterfall methods (see below) may find it difficult to adapt to Agile. As such, hybrid approaches often work well.

DevOps

DevOps is not just a development method, but a collection of methods that support organizational culture. Development of DevOps centers on organizational reforms that strengthen collaboration between departments responsible for different sections of the development lifecycle, such as development, quality assurance, and operations.

Pros:

DevOps focuses on improving time to market, lowering failure rates for new releases, shortening lead times to fixes, and minimizing disruption while maximizing reliability. To achieve this, DevOps organizations aim to automate continuous deployments to ensure everything runs smoothly and reliably. Companies that adopt DevOps methodologies benefit from significantly reduced time to market, improved customer satisfaction, product quality, and employee productivity and efficiency.

Cons:

Although DevOps offers advantages, it also has its downsides.

• Some customers prefer stability and are resistant to frequent system updates.
• Certain industries have strict regulations that demand extensive testing before projects can proceed to the operational phase.
• When different departments use separate environments, issues may go unnoticed and make their way into production.
• Certain quality aspects rely on human interaction, which can slow down the delivery process.

Waterfall

The waterfall method is considered by many to be the most traditional software development method. The waterfall method is a rigid linear model with sequential phases (requirements, design, implementation, verification, maintenance) that focus on a clear goal. When each phase is 100% complete, you can move on to the next phase. There is usually no process of coming back to revise the project or direction.

Pros: The waterfall development method is linear and easy to understand and manage. Projects with clear objectives and stable requirements make the best use of the waterfall method. Inexperienced project managers, project teams, and teams whose composition changes frequently may benefit most from using a waterfall development methodology.

Cons: The waterfall development approach is often slow and costly due to its rigid structure and tight controls. These drawbacks may lead users of the waterfall development method to seek other software development methods.

Rapid Application Development

RAD (Rapid Application Development) is a streamlined development approach that creates high-quality systems while keeping investment costs low. According to Scott Steiner, CEO and President of UM Technologies, in an interview with Forbes, this RAD process allows developers to promptly adapt to changing requirements in a fast-paced and dynamic market. This adaptability is what contributes to the low investment costs. The rapid application development method involves four phases: defining requirements, designing for users, constructing the system, and implementing it. The user design and construction phases are iterated until the user confirms that the product fulfills all requirements.

Pros: Rapid application development works best for projects with well-defined business objectives and well-defined user groups, but low computational complexity. RAD is especially useful for small and medium-sized projects with time constraints.

Cons: Rapid application development requires a stable team of highly skilled developers and users with deep knowledge of the application domain. Deep knowledge is essential with condensed development timelines that require approval after each construction stage. Organizations that do not meet these requirements are unlikely to benefit from the RAD.

Advantages of System Development in Vietnam

Cost-Effectiveness

Cost is one of the most important factors in any IT project. Vietnam can offer the best price because labor costs are low compared to Western countries.

In particular, even for the same outsourcing service, the cost in Vietnam is 20-30% lower than in Eastern Europe and Latin America. Only African tech hubs can match Vietnam’s labor costs, but the infrastructure is less developed, and the quality may be lower.

Knowledge/Skills

Vietnamese IT engineers can utilize various skill sets such as back-end, front-end, database, and full-stack development. For example, here is a list of IT skill sets that Relipa can provide:

• Backend developers: C, Java, .NET, PHP, Python, Node.js, Ruby/Ruby on Rails, Perl, Scala, and Golang
• Databases: Oracle, SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis
• Frontend: Angular, ReactJS, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Mobile: Android, iOS, Xamarin, Flutter
• Fullstack

Vietnam Developer Ranking

Vietnam Qualification Level

The biggest benefit of outsourcing to Vietnam is Vietnam’s youth population. In Vietnam, about 70% of the population is under 35 years old, and about 45% is between 15 and 35 years old. This age advantage suggests that about half of the population is ready to work.

• According to a TopDev report, Vietnam graduates about 400,000 IT engineers and over 50,000 IT students from over 153 IT educational institutions annually.
• Vietnam ranks 29th in Skillvalue Worldwide in the 2018 Developer Skills Chart Of Skill Value Report.
• Ranked top 06 in the world in the 2016 Topcoder Report Developer Skills Charts.
• Ranked 23rd in the Developer Skills Charts Worldwide in the 2016 HackerRank report.

Vietnam will soon become a destination for many of the world’s most important technology companies. For example, Apple’s vice president of supply chain, Laurie Sexton, said that the company is ready to meet with Vietnamese ICT companies that want to join Apple’s supply chain to find opportunities for future cooperation. Besides Samsung, one of the FDI enterprises that will help accelerate Vietnam’s economy, in the future perhaps Apple’s participation will continue to strengthen the wave of foreign investment in Vietnam in 2020. Notably, in 2020, Samsung said it would invest an additional $300 million in research and development in Hanoi and would need an additional 4,000 IT employees in the near future.

10 Recommended System Development Companies in Vietnam in 2023

1. FPT Software Company Limited

FPT Software, based in Hanoi, Vietnam, serves as the primary subsidiary of the FPT Corporation, a global IT services provider. It holds a prominent position as one of Vietnam’s largest software services companies, boasting a substantial revenue of US$1.87 billion and employing over 42,000 professionals.

The company’s diverse portfolio comprises three primary service categories: digital consulting, digital technology, and outsourcing services. FPT Software has honed its expertise in six major industries, namely manufacturing and automotive, utilities and energy, BFSI (banking, financial services, and insurance), telecommunication and media, logistics and transportation, and healthcare.

Thanks to our IT talent, we have many successful development achievements.

Relipa offers a wide range of offshore systems and application development. Our excellent engineers and test engineers who are familiar with Japanese, English will quickly commit to your request and help you build your ideal system.

Please feel free to contact us if you have any requests. We look forward to hearing from you.

2. SotaTek., JSC

SotaTek is a renowned provider of cutting-edge IT services staffed with dedicated and passionate tech experts. The company specializes in delivering sustainable Software Development solutions, encompassing Web/App development, Blockchain, AI & Machine Learning, as well as ERP systems, all designed to be cost-effective and efficient.

With a rich history of over 7 years, SotaTek has assembled a team of more than 1000 highly skilled IT consultants and developers. Through its deep expertise, SotaTek has successfully catered to clients from over 25 countries worldwide, completing 500+ projects across diverse industries, including Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Real Estate, Education, Media & Entertainment.

While headquarters are based in Hanoi, Vietnam, SotaTek has expanded its reach with representative offices in the US, Japan, and Australia. The primary focus is serving clients from the US & North America, the European Union, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and various Asian countries.

3. RELIPA CO., LTD

Relipa is one of the top system development companies in Vietnam. We specialize in system development, web development, and MVP/product development. Headquartered in Hanoi and Tokyo, Relipa’s mission is to contribute to the growth of the young generation, create an environment of positive knowledge sharing, and respect each other’s attitudes.

Relipa has confidence in the field of web system development, and we are proud to have been selected by many clients. In this field, we specialize in providing services such as e-commerce sites, CMS systems, job information sites, and reservation matching platforms, with a focus on Java/PHP development. We always strive to create the most complete products based on customer requirements.

Our company specializes in developing applications linked to business systems and web systems. When you request the development of a business system or web system, we can also provide an application that allows you to operate in cooperation with the in-house system from outside using devices such as tablet terminals and smartphones. In addition, we can also respond to requests to operate existing web systems and business systems on devices such as tablet terminals and smartphones. In that case, we will develop a web-based application and build a mechanism that allows you to access the internal system from outside, contributing to the improvement of your business efficiency. In addition to logistics applications, we have a track record of developing applications for a wide range of purposes, such as SNS applications, educational applications, and chat applications, and have a wealth of technical know-how.

4. NTQ Solution Co., Ltd.

NTQ aims to be recognized as Vietnam’s top IT company and to show its presence on the global technology map. NTQ brings together passionate and motivated people with knowledge and a willingness to learn in all technical fields. They also come together to overcome challenges by sharing knowledge and ideas and unleashing their creativity.

5. Rikkeisoft Inc.

Rikkeisoft is one of the fastest-growing companies in Vietnam’s IT industry. They will pursue their vision of becoming the No. 1 IT company in Vietnam.

6. Powergate Software

PowerGate Software has an extensive portfolio of more than 200 projects successfully completed for clients worldwide. The client case studies reveal an impressive satisfaction rate of 96%, spanning from small start-ups to large multinational corporations. The company boasts a decade-long track record, catering to diverse industries such as healthcare and fintech. The primary focus revolves around fostering and materializing the creative visions of our clients and partners. This results in the establishment of a solution hub that benefits the wider community.

7. VNEXT

VNEXT HOLDINGS Co., Ltd. was established in January 2008 to provide software development services and development solutions. Currently, VNEXT has offices in Hanoi, Da Nang, and Tokyo, with over 350 employees.

8. Newwave Solutions JSC

Newwave Solutions, with over 12 years of experience and a workforce of more than 300 employees, is a prominent company that specializes in delivering software as a service to customers in the Japanese, global, and domestic markets.

9. AMELA Technology JSC

AMELA Technology JSC is a Vietnamese company with excellent IT human resources. They support DX development and solve the labor shortage of engineers, and provide offshore development, system development, IT consulting, etc., to improve business efficiency and support new businesses.

10. TMA Solutions

TMA SOLUTIONS is a reputable company known for offering software solutions, backed by a team of 2,500+ skilled engineers, and having a remarkable 22-year track record in developing enterprise software for clients across 27 countries.

Summary

With more than 7 years of experience in web application system development, Relipa has earned a solid reputation in the global technology market. Our team of experts is highly skilled in various web programming languages and adept at leveraging the latest frameworks. We are dedicated to fulfilling all client requirements, from design to implementation, ensuring top-notch quality and swift project completion. Moreover, we provide continuous consultation to refine our clients’ ideas and assist them in making informed decisions for their projects. We take pride in our commitment and professionalism, striving to deliver the utmost satisfaction to our customers.

If you are seeking a reliable and professional web development partner, we encourage you to reach out to us.