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When should I avoid a fixed price model for development?

Avoid fixed price models for projects involving new technologies, complex data migrations, or where user feedback will shape the product. This model cannot accommodate the discovery and iteration these types of projects require, leading to constant budget renegotiations.

1 Apr 2026
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Avoid fixed price models for projects involving new technologies, complex data migrations, or where user feedback will shape the product. This model cannot accommodate the discovery and iteration these types of projects require, leading to constant budget renegotiations.

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When should I avoid a fixed price model for development?

Avoid fixed price models for projects involving new technologies, complex data migrations, or where user feedback will shape the product. This model cannot accommodate the discovery and iteration these types of projects require, leading to constant budget renegotiations.

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