AppMachine Client Onboarding Sprint (5-7 days)
A structured 5-7 day sprint to onboard a new client onto AppMachine, build their branded app using spreadsheet data, and deploy to app stores. Time: 5-7 days.
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AppMachine Client Onboarding Sprint (5-7 days)
A structured 5-7 day sprint to onboard a new client onto AppMachine, build their branded app using spreadsheet data, and deploy to app stores.
- Agency account on AppMachine Agency plan ($159/mo) with white-label branding configured
- Client content in Google Sheets or CSV format (e.g., menu items, events, products)
- Client's Apple Developer and Google Play Console accounts for app store submission
- Client brand assets: logo, color scheme, and app icon (1024x1024 px)
- Signed service agreement and retainer contract
- 1.Kickoff call to review client content spreadsheet and confirm app structure (tabs, pages, navigation)
- 2.Set up AppMachine project with client's brand colors, logo, and app icon in the white-label CMS
- 3.Import client data from Google Sheets using AppMachine's data connector; map columns to app fields
- 1.Build core screens: home, about, contact form, and content listing (e.g., menu or event list) using drag-and-drop blocks
- 2.Configure push notifications for promotions or announcements via AppMachine's push notification panel
- 3.Add in-app monetization if needed (e.g., subscription or one-time purchase) using AppMachine's monetization module
- 1.Test app preview on iOS and Android simulators using AppMachine's live preview feature
- 2.Adjust layout, fonts, and spacing based on client feedback; re-import updated spreadsheet data
- 3.Set up user roles and permissions in AppMachine admin for client team members
- 1.Generate iOS and Android build files from AppMachine dashboard
- 2.Submit iOS app to Apple App Store via App Store Connect (client account) and Android app to Google Play Console
- 3.Configure app store metadata (description, keywords, screenshots) using client assets
- 1.Monitor app store review status; address any rejection issues (e.g., missing privacy policy)
- 2.Set up analytics tracking in AppMachine to monitor user engagement and push notification performance
- 3.Deliver admin training to client on managing content updates via AppMachine CMS and sending push notifications
- 1.Post-launch support: fix any bugs reported by client or users
- 2.Schedule monthly retainer tasks: content updates, push campaigns, and performance reporting
At $159/mo, the Agency plan covers up to 5 apps. Charging $360/mo per client (as in the Starter App Launch offer) yields $201/mo gross margin per client. With 5 clients, monthly margin reaches $1,005 after tool cost. Setup time of 16 hours is recouped within the first month.
- Branded iOS and Android app binaries ready for store submission
- Client admin access to AppMachine white-label CMS for content updates
- Push notification campaign template configured with client's first announcement
- Training video or document covering app management and content updates
- Monthly performance report template (downloads, active users, push engagement)
Client's app is published on both Apple App Store and Google Play Store, with live data from their spreadsheet and push notifications operational.
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