English
Dev Partner Vetting Scorecard
Talking to an agency, freelancer, or contractor about building your software? Score them on the six things that actually predict delivery: shipped work, code ownership, who builds, process, post-launch plan, and contract terms.
Vet the vendor, not just the quote
Most failed software projects were predictable before the contract was signed. The signals were there: no comparable shipped work, vague ownership terms, a sales-only relationship, and no plan for after launch. This scorecard makes you look at them.
The portfolio is not the team
Agencies sell with their best past work, then staff your project with whoever is free. Always ask to meet the actual engineers before you sign.
Ownership is the deal
Price gets all the attention, but code and IP ownership terms decide whether you have an asset or a hostage situation. Get repo access from day one.
Process predicts the ending
Teams that demo working software weekly rarely surprise you at the deadline. Teams that send status decks instead of demos usually do.
What the scorecard gives you
Trust score
A 0-100 score across the six areas that actually predict whether a vendor delivers.
Verdict
Strong signals, workable with safeguards, high risk, or walk away unless terms change.
Red flags
The specific contract terms and gaps that put your money and your product at risk.
Questions to ask
The exact questions that separate a serious build partner from a polished sales process.
Want us to build the production version for your business?
Bles Software builds custom software, AI automations, API integrations, and AI systems the way this scorecard says it should be done: you own the code and the accounts from day one, you see working software every week, and there is a real plan for after launch.
Awards
Awards and Recognitions
In 2022, Bles Software proudly welcomed 227 new clients in the U.S., boosting their global client count to an impressive 445. They cater to a wide array of over 100 industries, serving everyone from Fortune 500 giants to cutting-edge startups.
FAQ
Questions We Get Asked by Our Users
No spam. Just a practical audit.
Ready to remove your biggest software bottleneck?
Book a free 15-minute call. We will help you identify the highest-leverage automation, API integration, AI agent, or internal system to build first so your team can move faster with less manual work.
About Us
Features
Testimonials
Contact Us
© 2025 Bles Software. All Rights Reserved.