How do customers spec out an application for submittal to airtable solution architects?

[JeffJohnVol]

TLDR: is there a standard format that people use to define the application they want to build so companies can bid on it's implementation?

When a new person decides to farm out the work to one of the solutions companies that are part of this community, is there a standard specification document that a customer can author that allows solution architects to bid on the implementation?  Or is there another site that people solicit specialists to do the project?  I am sure that the types of customers range from a small retailer to a large company, with each solution provider geared to implement on either small, medium or large solutions.  But there is probably a cap on the "large" before a company just goes full oracle database or the like....

TBH, it would probably be an interesting airtable/filltable app to allow people to define their requirements. I wouldn't be surprised if one is out there and I'm just not aware of it. 🙂

Thanks.

Jeff

[Mike_AutomaticN]

Hey Jeff!

Whilst there is no specific "requirements" template, nor unique place to source consultants. Below you can find some insights.

To determine the scope of work (requirements), I'd recommend:
- Providing context on what is it that your business does
- Providing context on what your current pains are
- Providing a workflow diagram, on how things work and should work
- Providing current tech stack (if any)
- Providing current documents being used throughout your process (e.g. forms; spreadsheets; etc)
The above might sound overwhelming, but if done/explained high-level for sure it will be really appreciated by the consultant.

Sourcing Consultants:
- Airtable Directory Page
- Airtable Job Board
- Upwork (pay special attention to reviews, feedback, and other validations)
- Fiverr

Any other specific question you might have?
I hope this helps!

Mike, Consultant @ Automatic Nation

[JeffJohnVol]

That makes sense.  Thanks.