Published on the 17/12/2012 | Written by iStart

iStart’s Mobile App Developer’s Guide lists specialist mobile application developers that have a proven track record in delivery of phone-based applications across Australasia…
The following provides a listing of software products that in general have applicability across several industries, or support business processes that are generic across organisations.
Mobile App Developer’s Guide The following is a summary of the key product features and A/NZ contact details for the listed vendors:
Download the full guide as a PDF…
The following is a summary of the key product features and A/NZ contact details for the listed vendors:
DESCRIPTION
Speedwell’s expertise in the online and mobile development means that they have the expertise to bring your application to market.
PHONE OPERATING SYSTEM
iOS
NOTABLE PROJECTS
Queensland Explorer Holiday, Brisbane Airport, Michael Hill jeweller, Info Centre finder, Dominos, Ekka iPhone
DESCRIPTION
Altaine is driving the development of the Mobile Engagement market, offering the only integrated solution suite spanning all mobile commerce/ordering, mobile marketing, mobile loyalty and mobile content functions.
PHONE OPERATING SYSTEM
iOS, WP7
NOTABLE PROJECTS
Wagamama, Subway, GreenFlag, Pizza Hut, Nandos, Carluccio’s
DESCRIPTION
BlueSpark specialises in the development of highly interactive Web sites and Web based components. Combined with database and server logic, they can create large or small scale applications that are easily maintained.
PHONE OPERATING SYSTEM
iOS
NOTABLE PROJECTS
Tweetr, BNZ term invest, Mini Mortgages, Phone Finda, Oracle Optopus, Heart monitor
DESCRIPTION
Cactuslab provides full-service native iOS (iPhone & iPad) application development services for the New Zealand market. They have proven experience in the field, including personal projects and a growing portfolio of commercial work.
PHONE OPERATING SYSTEM
iOS
NOTABLE PROJECTS
Vend register, Birdbrain, Steinlager Pure, World Surfer, Realestate.co.nz, New Zealand Post, Localist, Food Lover’s Guide
DESCRIPTION
Carnival Labs focus primarily on development of iOS applications for Apple’s devices, but also offer development services for Android., WP 7 and Blackberry. Over 60 apps under their belt, many for heavy weight international brands.
PHONE OPERATING SYSTEM iOS, Android, WP7
NOTABLE PROJECTS
Gloria Jean’s Coffee, NZ Herald, Taco Bell, Weta Workshop, Kraft Foods, HBO, Estee Lauder
DESCRIPTION
Catalyst has extensive experience with mobile content delivery, including mobile ecommerce, SMS applications and more recently bespoke Android applications.
PHONE OPERATING SYSTEM
Android
NOTABLE PROJECTS
Bristish Dental Association, Spark New Zealand, Electoral commission, National Centre for e-learning
DESCRIPTION
Jade offer a mobile middleware framework called JOOB Mobile Enterprise Application Platform, integrating business systems to consumer devices across the iOS, Android, WP 7 and mobile web platforms, plus conduit to large app developer community.
PHONE OPERATING SYSTEM
iOS, WP7, Android and Web
NOTABLE PROJECTS
Large NZ utility and travel industry clients (names cannot be disclosed)
DESCRIPTION
Judson Steel are an iOS development studio that consults, designs and develops solutions for clients using iPhone, iPad and Android technology.
PHONE OPERATING SYSTEM
iOS, Android
NOTABLE PROJECTS
1Above Travel, Cool Car pics Wallpaper, The Official Visit Dublin, iTrade Mobile Workforce Automation
DESCRIPTION
Marker Studio is a full service digital agency based in Auckland who combine smart creative, leading technology and measurable online marketing campaigns to add real value. Recently won best mobile app ONYAS Awards 2011.
PHONE OPERATING SYSTEM
iOS and WP7
NOTABLE PROJECTS
AlphaJax, Taggifi, mPass, St John NZ CPR, Yellow
DESCRIPTION
Motim Technologies Ltd. is a specialist software company that develops compelling interaction experiences for leading global companies.
PHONE OPERATING SYSTEM
iOS and Android
NOTABLE PROJECTS
Camao AG, Universal music group, Alien ride, Sony, Rinnai, Tigerlily, Good Stuff, BOYS NOIZE
DESCRIPTION
Smudge Apps was one of the first iPhone developers in New Zealand and, along with their subsidiary brands, have quickly grown to become a significant pre-eminent worldwide player in the App Store industry.
PHONE OPERATING SYSTEM
iOS, WP7 and Android
NOTABLE PROJECTS
Sky, Vodafone, Flicks, Yellow, Stuff, Rugby Heaven, Vista, Goodman