Mobile apps and field work
How do I know whether my business needs a mobile app or a web app?
Choose a web app when users mainly need browser access and normal online workflows. A mobile app is stronger when offline use, push notifications, camera, location, or device-specific features are central to the job. Base the decision on user tasks, not branding.
What to check
- Does the experience need to work offline?
- Are phone features such as camera or GPS required?
- Would a responsive web app complete the same job?