SaaS MVP Development in Chicago
Build your SaaS MVP in Chicago. From idea to paying customers in 8-12 weeks.
The MVP Development Timeline
Week 1: Validate market and define feature set. Talk to 10 potential customers. Confirm they'll pay.
Weeks 2-4: Design and architecture. Build wireframes. Get feedback. Lock in the design.
Weeks 5-9: Core development. Build the three features that matter. Ignore everything else.
Weeks 10-12: Refinement and launch. Fix bugs. Deploy. Onboard first customers.
Weeks 13+: Iterate based on real usage data. Build next features based on customer feedback.
SaaS MVP Pricing
Basic MVP (3 core features, web app only): 15K-20K. Good for founders who are technically capable or have a co-founder who codes.
Full-service MVP (3 core features, web + mobile or advanced integrations): 20-30K. Most common.
Enhanced MVP (5-7 features, advanced UI, integrations): 30-50K. For founders with funding.
All includes: design, development, deployment, first customer onboarding.
Why Chicago SaaS Startups Choose Running Start Digital
We've built dozens of MVPs. We know what works and what doesn't.
Speed and discipline. We ship the MVP in 8-12 weeks, not 6 months.
Customer-focused development. Features are decided with customers, not just from your gut.
Scalable foundation. Your MVP architecture supports growth to 1000+ customers.
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