app development
for utility companies
field work
Utility companies operate across large territories, in demanding environments, and under tight regulatory oversight. Whether it’s marking underground lines, planning new electric installations, or capturing field data, we know your teams need tools they can count on.
But outdated systems and paper-based workflows slow everything down – and introduce room for error. Delays, missing data, and rework don’t just waste time – it increases risk and reduces accountability.
At Big Fish, we specialize in app development for utility companies, building mobile tools that match the way your team already works. From photo documentation apps that protect against liability, to GPS-enabled tools for mapping install sites, we help field teams move faster, reduce errors and keep everyone on the same page.
what our clients say
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Our work progress increased 45%. Imagine if you found the perfect fitting shoe. Now imagine if those shoes made you run TEN TIMES faster. That’s my experience with Big Fish and we are overwhelmingly happy with all they have done!
Laurence JohnsonPinPoint Underground
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Big Fish was thorough, and always one step ahead - often thinking of things I hadn’t even considered. Their input during the development process was invaluable. Big Fish is fair and trustworthy. I couldn’t have asked for a better team in bringing my ideas to life!
Eric WexlerTradeSync
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The work was completed on time and on budget. My experience with Big Fish was fantastic. They are professional, creative, focused and fun to work with. I have no hesitation recommending Big Fish.
Carolyn PierceDivert NS
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Big Fish has been fabulous. We started this project with another company and the difference has been night and day.
Ron WalserWaste Away
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The application was delivered on schedule and on budget - we're very pleased with the results. They were nimble and efficient with communication. This was a great experience.
Darren GhanayemGulfside Healthcare Services
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You did a great job. Obviously very knowledgeable about apps and the platforms. Easy to work with, and I appreciate all the guidance you provided me.
Dave HillStericycle Communication Solutions
how we help
We build custom mobile apps for utility companies that need tools built for the field, not just the office. Every app is tailored to your team’s workflow, your data needs and your environment.
Here are just a few features we’ve built into utility company apps. Need something not listed here? We design every app from the ground up – so if it matters to your team, we can build it.
✓ Apps that work even in rural areas with no signal
✓ GPS integration for capturing precise location data
✓ Cloud-based data sync for instant access by office teams
✓ Photo capture with timestamps and coordinates
✓ Intuitive interfaces for non-technical field users
✓ Admin dashboards for real-time visibility and accountability
✓ Custom forms to match regulatory and operational needs
✓ Secure user authentication and role-based access
trusted where it matters
10 years building utility company apps
100% U.S.-based team
Designed for the field, built for adoption
Proven experience with GPS, offline functionality and cloud sync
Used by teams managing thousands of square miles of infrastructure
utility company apps we've built
We have a decade of experience building apps for utility companies and we understand the realities of field work. That includes tight timelines, rural locations, regulatory requirements and no room for error.
Custom apps give utility companies like yours exactly what you need – no extra features to slow down your team, no off-the-shelf compromises. That clarity and usability leads to faster adoption, fewer errors and real productivity gains. Here are a couple examples of what we’ve built.
Industry-Leading Utility Location Company Improves Productivity by 45% with New Mobile App.
We built a photo documentation app for an underground utility locator, allowing field techs to capture GPS-stamped images and automatically upload them to their servers. The app replaced a slow manual process and was built to do only what the team needed – nothing more. That simplicity made it fast and easy to use, which increased adoption.
Electric Utility Company Uses an App In-the-Field to Gather Critical Data for Installation Teams.
We designed a mobile mapping and data collection tool for an electric utility provider, helping their team capture measurements, notes, and coordinates in remote areas – even without cell coverage. By making sure every detail was documented accurately the first time, the app eliminated costly return trips to remote locations and removed the need for data re-entry back at the office.
our technology
We build custom apps for iOS, Android and the web. Whether you’re looking for a native mobile app, a cross-platform solution, or a low-code build, we’ve done it. Our tech stack includes:
- Native apps: Swift (iOS), Kotlin & Java (Android)
- Cross-platform: Flutter / Dart
- Web apps: React, Angular, PHP, HTML, JavaScript
- APIs & backend: .NET, C#
- Low-code/no-code: Glide, Bubble, Salesforce, Make
faq
- Can you build apps that work without internet access?
- Can your apps integrate with our existing systems?
- Will the app be easy for our field team to use?
Yes, we’ve built apps for utility companies that work reliably in remote areas with no signal. When the device regains connectivity, the app securely syncs data to the cloud.
Definitely. We have a great deal of experience connecting custom apps with third-party platforms, internal databases and proprietary software. If your current system has an API (or even if it doesn’t), we can integrate with it or build the necessary API from scratch.
That’s one of our top priorities. We design apps that are intuitive and tailored to how your team already works – so they’re quick to adopt and simple to use, even for non-technical users.
