RIA Technologies

Rich Internet Applications (RIAs) offer a rich, engaging experience that improves user satisfaction and increases productivity. Using the broad reach of the internet, RIAs can instantly deliver rich, interactive content and application to browsers and desktops across the globe.

Evolution of RIA Applications

Software applications have quickly evolved from mainframe applications accessed through terminals, to desktop and client-server applications, to web-based applications. The most recent evolution is the rise of rich internet applications that share the internet with traditional HTML applications, but look and feel more like their desktop application counterparts. All these platforms now exist together, especially within enterprise environments, and will need to continue to coexist for the foreseeable future.

The good news is that RIA technologies work with the platforms you are already using such as Java, .NET, PHP and Ruby on Rails (RoR).

Ready for RIAs?

The pace of RIA technology adoption is rapid and increasing, but that is not to say it is trivial. Rich internet applications come with a unique set of challenges, particularly the ability to combine new and old software development paradigms. The RIA technology landscape includes new platforms, new languages, new architectures, and new user experience expectations. MCW Software understands rich internet applications and can help you make the right strategic decisions and provide RIA leadership for your next project.

Our Specialties

• Flex Consulting
• Silverlight Consulting