Beginning with selecting an appropriate platform strategy—native across Windows, macOS, and Linux; cross‑platform frameworks; and the distribution approach—desktop app development sets the direction. A clearly scoped MVP and an early prototype aid in confirming workflows, performance requirements, and the overall user experience on physical devices.

As the product evolves, reliability, updates, and packaging take center stage. Thoughtful management of file systems, access rights, offline capability, and integrations (device APIs, peripherals, enterprise authentication) ensures dependable daily operation, while a robust update system and crash reporting streamline long-term maintenance.