Associated more with ArtDeco architecture, sunny beaches, and tourism, Miami also struggles to get attention as a future tech hub in Florida and make the state one of the leading regional IT centers. 

On the Miami tech scene, things are evolving fast enough not to realize what exactly it’s happening. For example, only in 2018, the city managed to get funding worth $1.3bn for its tech sector making it #8 on the best VC active in the US. But of course, it’s far from competing with Silicon Valley, where startups gained $23.8bn, or 34% out of the national total. 

With all big companies and tech corporations involved in the tech US stage, Miami tech specialists are interested more in smaller companies, the most promising startups that will possibly bring them a brighter future than other cases. As a vote of confidence in Miami’s tech startup ecosystem, accelerators from the US invested in 2019 more than $400 million, in and promised growth in 2020, if not the pandemic. 

On the other hand, the key to success is more than Miami’s addiction to VC, and experts say that the city has to invest more in research and talent - two major factors that can help the tech and IT development even faster for the region. So far, Miami invests only $564 million/year in university research and development, making it #43 in the US. 

The tech average salary in Miami is only $66,000/year, which is lower than the national average by 4%, and considerably lower than other leading states and cities. This is also one of the reasons why the city cannot get enough skilled workers in the local tech sector, and as well does not seem attractive to other companies due to underdeveloped IT infrastructure. 

However, the city’s tech scene is growing, and together with the local community, companies seem to establish a solid ground for improving their services and attracting more clients. Combined policies grant tech workers facilities such as real estate discounts, and performance bonuses meant to stimulate the sector and specifically young professionals interested in the city’s tech industry.

As of August 2023, there are 407+ IT companies from Miami registered and active on TechBehemoths.

Have you ever noticed how some websites and apps just feel easier to use than others? That's because of the UX/UI design - basically, the people who make sure everything looks good and is easy to navigate.

UX/UI design services are closely connected, but they are not the same. They are actually about different parts of the design and to be effective they must work together.

• UI (user interface) design concentrates on visual elements. It is all about how things look and work on a product, like colors, fonts, and buttons.

• UX (user experience) refers to the overall experience a person has with a product  – how easy it is to use the product, how it makes the user feel, and whether it is possible to easily get what is needed from it.

According to research conducted by Forrester, a well-designed user interface (UI) can increase a website's conversion rate by 200%, whereas a better user experience (UX) design could raise it by up to 400%.

In this connection, the importance of UX/UI Design cannot be overstated. Nowadays users have high expectations for the products they use, if a product is not easy to use or enjoyable, users will quickly abandon it. 

UX/UI design can help:

• Enhance user satisfaction

• Reduce bounce rates

• Lead to higher customer retention and revenue

UX Design has also an important role in Inclusive Government Design, which makes government services accessible and user-friendly for diverse and marginalized communities.  

But how do choose the right UX/UI Company? 

1. Review the company's portfolio and make sure they have experience in your industry

2. Look for companies that understand your target audience to meet their needs.

3. Inquire about their design process: research, wireframing, prototyping, and testing.

4. Choose a company that maintains transparent and open communication and keeps you involved throughout the design process.

5. Read client reviews to check their reputation and client satisfaction.

6. A good design company should be up-to-date with the latest design trends and technologies.

Taking into consideration all these tips you will manage to select the right UX/UI Design Company that will help to achieve your goals. 

There are over 8766 UX/UI Design companies on the TechBehemoths platform. Check their profiles, their strong portfolios, and previous clients' reviews before you make a decision. With the help of smart filters, you can easily find suitable partners to deliver exceptional digital experiences. Alternatively, you can submit your project, and this way we will find the best match on your behalf.

 Moreover, if you are interested to know UI and UX Design challenges, discover a few bad UX Design examples and find out how to fix them, we invite you to our blog.