Selected apps have a strong impact on the information they process, the mobile device used, and often on an organisation's IT infrastructure in general. Failure to consider this when selecting apps can lead to far-reaching problems. The threat is particularly high when dealing with apps that have not been developed specifically for the business processes to be mapped. An app's operating requirements might not be sufficiently considered, for example. Mobile network connections may then prove to be inadequate, or the hardware to be used may not be compatible. In addition, apps may not be suitable if they do not support sufficient long-term stability and planning or are not adequately maintained by the manufacturer.