A Letter from Mile6 Founder, Tim Haak Philadelphia, PA., October 30th, 2024. As I reflect on my 28-year journey since founding Mile6, I am overwhelmed with pride at the remarkable evolution of our company. What began in 1996 as a small enterprise aimed at harnessing web-based technologies has blossomed into an industry leader, surpassing even […]

In the world of custom software development, there’s a metaphor we like to use: custom software ages like a dog. Much like our loyal canine companions, software requires consistent care and attention to ensure it remains functional, efficient, and reliable over time. The larger and more complex the software, the more demanding its upkeep becomes. […]

In an era where digital presence is more important than ever, member associations, such as local chambers of commerce or realtor organizations, need to harness the power of their platforms. A well-crafted website and digital product ecosystem doesn’t just serve as a digital brochure; it can be a critical tool for reinforcing the value of […]

The first online grocery delivery service launched in the late 1990s. The first mealkit service launched in Sweden in 2007, and a handful of the most popular food delivery services in the United States hit the market over a decade ago. GrubHub is approaching its 20th year in service. As early as 2009 the national […]

In 2016, mobile internet traffic surpassed desktop traffic for the first time. Today, mobile devices account for more than 60% of global web traffic. Sure, some industries, including real estate, automotive, and travel, still hold stronger desktop usage (large purchases mean a desire for a larger screen and more research), and the average site visit is longer […]

While there is some debate over what range of revenue falls in the Middle Market (anywhere from $5 million to $1 billion, depending on who you ask), two things everyone should agree on are a) Middle Market companies sit between Main Street businesses or venture capitalist funded startups, and huge, multinational corporations and b) Middle […]

At this point in 2023, we all understand every business uses digital communication to reach customers and clients. It’s the norm for businesses and consumers to utilize websites, apps, social media, and emails. With the shift to online banking, apps, and automated customer service systems, the finance industry has become increasingly reliant on digital platforms, […]

When you hear the word agile, what other words come to mind? Quick, responsive, efficient – using an agile approach in digital product creation is all of those things.  Agile is a project management methodology widely used across software development teams. Mile6 uses the agile methodology to have a high functioning, efficient, collaborative, and, dare […]

If you work with us at Mile6, you probably already know how much we love user personas. We talk about them a lot, and for good reason! They’re an essential part of understanding the users of any digital product we build. We create user personas for every client at the beginning of every new project. […]