Hidden Costs in Software Development: 2025 Edition

Many businesses underestimate the true cost of software development by overlooking essential but less obvious expenses. Beyond core development, projects require budget for project management (10-15% of total cost), quality assurance (15-20%), documentation (5-10%), and ongoing maintenance (15-20% annually). Additional hidden costs may include API integrations, compliance certifications, and performance optimization. Sunrise Techs provides complete transparency in our pricing, helping clients anticipate and plan for all aspects of software development costs. Our detailed project planning process identifies potential cost drivers early, allowing for accurate budgeting and preventing unexpected expenses down the line.

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