From idea to launch, with a plan that holds up.

Validation, MVP scoping, budgeting, and launch planning for founders.

Launch consulting helps founders decide what to build first, what it should cost, and how to bring it to market. Semaphore Mobile has launched more than 1,200 products since 2002, and we bring that experience to the decisions that come before and after the build.

A finished mobile app on an iPhone
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  • 1,200+ launches
  • Building software since 2002
  • Dallas-Fort Worth

What we help with

The decisions that come before and after the build. Pick where you are and we'll start there.

Idea Validation

Test demand before you spend on development.

We help you talk to potential customers, look at what they use today and test interest before writing any code.

Great for

  • Founders with a new idea
  • Businesses testing a new product line
  • Pivots and second versions

How it works

1

Define the problem

Who has it and how they solve it today.

2

Talk to customers

Short interviews with the right people.

3

Test interest

Landing pages and waitlists before code.

4

Decide

Build, change course or stop, with evidence.

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How launch consulting works

From idea to a plan you can build on.

  1. 01

    Talk it through

    Your idea, your market and where you are today.

  2. 02

    Validate demand

    Evidence that customers want it before you build.

  3. 03

    Scope and budget

    A first version and a realistic cost.

  4. 04

    Plan the launch

    Stores, pricing and your first customers.

Tell us about your idea.

Send a short note about where you are and where you're going. We'll reply within one business day.

Prefer to call? 972.571.9870

Real Stories. Real Impact.

5.0 on Clutch from 22 reviews. From start-ups to Fortune 500, hear from teams who built something great with us.

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My experience was positive. Maintaining budget and good communication can be a challenge but working with Eric and his team was a wonderful experience.

Dan F.

Owner

Finally, after an extended search we landed on Semaphore Mobile. They showed an impressive background in the type of platforms we were using and have done a great job of tackling complex problems in an orderly fashion.

Harvey Starr

CEO Starr Labs

Semaphore Mobile effectively integrated weekly feedback into code improvements, allowing them to meet strict industry standards. They quickly resolved any issues that came up, thanks to their straightforward communication and integrity.

Mark Robinson

Markiter

They worked all hours of the day or night, and we couldn’t have achieved our goals without them.

Mike Flecker

President, Idea Planet

The team's technical expertise and commitment to quality set them apart. They delivered on time and exceeded our expectations at every milestone.

Sarah Chen

CTO, TechFlow

Semaphore Mobile didn't just build our app. They became a true partner. Their insights and proactive approach helped us avoid pitfalls we never would have seen.

James Rivera

Founder, LaunchPad

Frequently asked questions

Still have a question? Call 972.571.9870.

A minimum viable product is the smallest version of your product that real customers can use. It lets you learn what works before investing in the full build.

Talk to potential customers, look at what they use today, and test interest before writing code. We'll walk you through it.

Not necessarily. Many founders work with a development partner instead.