5Blue Software

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Custodia

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We empowers issuers, processors and channel partners with modern infrastructure for embedded spend management

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Blue Software to accomplish?

• We partnered with 5Blue to build a reliable, high-performing engineering team. Our specific hiring goals included a DevOps engineer, a mobile developer, a client support specialist, and a team lead. The objective was to scale quickly with top-tier talent while ensuring each role was filled with candidates who fit both our technical requirements and team culture.

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Blue Software?

Referral

Why did you select 5Blue Software over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from 5Blue Software were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The scope of work with 5Blue covered end-to-end recruitment and team setup. They were responsible for sourcing, screening, and presenting top candidates for four key roles: a DevOps engineer, mobile developer, client support specialist, and team lead.

Key deliverables included:

-A tailored hiring process aligned with our technical and cultural requirements
-Shortlists of 3–5 highly relevant candidates per role
-Coordination of interviews and feedback cycles
-Support with onboarding and team integration
-The engagement focused not just on speed, but on quality and fit, ensuring we could scale with confidence.
-HR services 
-Accounting and legal 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Within just two months of our initial call with 5B, the team in Poland was up and running. The recruitment process has been highly efficient and aligned with our needs - we consistently receive only 3–5 top-matching candidates per role. This level of quality and speed has made 5B a truly valuable partner in helping us scale our teams with confidence.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Yes

What was your primary form of communication with 5Blue Software?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

5Blue Software understood our needs and structure, conducted market research, and led an efficient process, handling both technical and HR aspects. We only saw top candidates, and onboarding was seamless, with laptops delivered and dedicated HR support for each hire. Their leadership stays closely involved, offering hands-on help and building strong trust. 

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Blue Software could have done differently?

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the R&D manager of Milgam

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Milgam is a leading technology and services company in Israel that provides innovative software development and digital solutions. The company works with government ministries, local authorities, and private organizations, delivering tailored systems that improve efficiency, transparency, and citizen services. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and long-term partnerships, Milgam combines deep public-sector expertise with advanced technological capabilities.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Blue Software to accomplish?

• To develop a reliable and scalable software solution that supports internal operations and improves service delivery for our clients.
• To modernize existing systems and integrate new technologies that enhance performance, usability, and data security.

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Blue Software?

Other

Why did you select 5Blue Software over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from 5Blue Software were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The project included full-cycle software development — from initial requirements analysis and architecture design to implementation, testing, and deployment. The team at 5Blue Software worked closely with us to build a tailored digital platform that supports municipal and governmental processes.

Key deliverables included a web-based management system, API integrations with existing databases, and a responsive front-end interface for both administrators and end users. The project also involved data migration, system optimization, and post-launch support to ensure stability and performance.

Throughout the process, the team demonstrated strong technical expertise, clear communication, and a deep understanding of our business needs.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The project delivered measurable improvements across several key areas. System efficiency increased significantly, reducing manual work and response times by more than 40%. User satisfaction grew after launch thanks to an improved interface and faster performance.

In addition, the new solution allowed better data visibility and reporting, enabling the organization to make faster and more accurate decisions. The platform has been running smoothly since deployment, with minimal maintenance required.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The project management was excellent throughout the process. The team maintained clear communication, provided regular progress updates, and handled every request quickly and efficiently. All deliverables were completed on time, and any challenges that came up were addressed proactively.

They were flexible, attentive, and always made sure our priorities were understood. Their organized approach and responsiveness made the collaboration smooth and enjoyable.

What was your primary form of communication with 5Blue Software?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What impressed me most about this company was their commitment to understanding our needs and delivering exactly what we envisioned. They combine strong technical expertise with a very human and responsive approach.

Their ability to translate complex requirements into practical, user-friendly solutions really stood out. You can tell they genuinely care about the project’s success, not just about completing the work.

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Blue Software could have done differently?

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CTO & Co-founder of Claro

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Claro is a bootstrapped HR tech startup that empowers organizations to gain deep insights into their people - understainding their inner drivers. It cultivate employee growth through the intelligent application of AI and our understainding of the human OS.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Blue Software to accomplish?

• We hired 5Blue for Microsoft Teams integration (receiving notifications & AI chat with our platform) and a secure Microsoft Calendar integration to keep our system updated with user schedules.

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Blue Software?

Referral

Why did you select 5Blue Software over others?

• High ratings
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from 5Blue Software were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

5Blue set up the Microsoft infrastructure for the bot, created the bot itself, and integrated Claro (our platform) with Microsoft Teams. This allows users to receive smart notifications and communicate with the AI assistant directly from Teams.

Microsoft Calendar integration helpers. These services push updates back to the Claro server in real time, ensuring seamless synchronization and enabling proactive meeting preparation and management.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Improved User Engagement
Users began actively interacting with our AI assistant through Microsoft Teams, increasing daily usage.

Real-Time Synchronization
Calendar integration helpers ensured near real-time updates between Microsoft calendar and Claro platform, raising platform engagement and user's perceived value.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Their understanding of the Microsoft Teams platform, combined with their strong technical development skills, was truly impressive. 5Blue Software was able to translate our requirements into fully functional and well-integrated features that have significantly enhanced our platform's capabilities.

What was your primary form of communication with 5Blue Software?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Great personal relationship, and privinding e2e solution

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Blue Software could have done differently?

no

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the VP R&D of Browzwear

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Browzwear's digital product creation and development platform helps fashion brands and manufacturers create garments that fit first time right, work more efficiently, and make smarter decisions—all in one place.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Blue Software to accomplish?

• We were looking for a tech recruitment partner to hire great engineers for our team cost-effectively

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Blue Software?

Referral

Why did you select 5Blue Software over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from 5Blue Software were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We needed to quickly expand our development team with long-term engineers who would integrate seamlessly—not just as external support, but as true team members. Speed was critical, but so was maintaining our technical standards and staying within budget. We couldn’t afford to compromise on quality or overspend—finding the right balance was essential for the success of our projects. 
When we needed market research and benchmarks to guide our hiring and budgeting decisions, the 5Blue team stepped in with accurate, in-depth data that helped us move confidently and strategically. Their insights were spot-on and gave us a clear edge in planning and execution.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We were extremely satisfied with the outcome. The developers we brought on were not only technically strong but also integrated seamlessly into our team culture and workflows. Communication was smooth, deadlines were met, and the quality of code consistently met our standards. Most importantly, we were able to scale quickly without compromising on quality or exceeding our budget—exactly what we set out to achieve. 

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

From identifying the right talent to ensuring smooth day-to-day collaboration, everything was handled seamlessly. 5Blue went above and beyond—not only taking care of recruitment but also managing accounting, taxes, onboarding, and even the professional development of the team.

What was your primary form of communication with 5Blue Software?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What impressed us most was 5Blue’s level of expertise and how deeply they understood our needs from day one. They quickly grasped the nuances of our tech stack, team dynamics, and business goals - delivering candidates who weren’t just technically qualified but were also the right cultural fit. Their speed was remarkable, but what really stood out was their higher level of involvement. 5Blue didn’t just fill roles, they acted as a strategic partner, proactively supporting us with onboarding, team integration, and continuous follow-up to ensure everything ran smoothly.

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Blue Software could have done differently?

no

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co Founder CTO of ProDrops

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Prodrops is a gaming company,
We created a card collection game of streamers, youtubers and esports players

Collecting cards  by completing in-game challenges

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Blue Software to accomplish?

• Hire quality dev that would be part of the team
• Hire quickly
• Have an easy process of creating candidates funnel

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Blue Software?

Referral

Why did you select 5Blue Software over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from 5Blue Software were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We were looking to hire additional developer to the team, who will be a full part of the team.

we needed to hire quickly while keeping a high standard and on budget.

we had the pleasure of working with 5Blue.

we found a team member that fulfilled all our expectations and beyond!

Professional, nice, responsible who felt a part of our team since he was a great fit to the team

The process of finding the right developer was professional and easy!

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

the dev was in charge of a complex key feature of creating tournaments with real time updates and hundreds of users active

 he was able to constantly deliver and take part of the work from the team

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Professional all the way

from finding the right person to the developr's working with the team everything was great

5blue were always responsive, made sure everything is well and ready to assist if needed

What was your primary form of communication with 5Blue Software?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The personal care even for smaller company I felt I'm always getting the best service even though I'm working on smaller scale

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Blue Software could have done differently?

Not that I can think of

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Stipat

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

WE are an online adverting company working in the search arbitrage field

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Blue Software to accomplish?

• Create automation for daily tasks
• Maintain DB health
• AWS optimization

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Blue Software?

Referral

Why did you select 5Blue Software over others?

• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from 5Blue Software were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Five Blue team was invovled with every aspect of the project, from design to implementing, Devops and much more.  They really are a one stop shop.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

As we are an online adverting company our measureable outcomes are performance of our ad campaigns and automatic optimization processes we implement. All of which were to our satisfaction. It is important to say that we did have hurdles aling the way but that is understandbale given our business model and 5Blue were a real partner throughout the process.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Vast majority of the times things were delivered as promised, on time.  Our company had a learning curve of product management capabilities and once we were alligned things got even better.

What was your primary form of communication with 5Blue Software?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Plain and simple. the owner Shlomi was involved and made sure things are done the right way!!!

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Blue Software could have done differently?

I think that in most cases they were delivering as promised and keen to go above and beyond for us. We did have occasional frustration with speed but that is really nothing compared to the deliverables we got from them over the time.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the VP R&D of Melingo

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

English learning products

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Blue Software to accomplish?

• Recruit high quality developers

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Blue Software?

Referral

Why did you select 5Blue Software over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from 5Blue Software were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We needed to recruit three high-quality engineers for our web development project, specifically including mobile app development

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Efficient Recruitment: 
We secured three high-quality developers in just 3-4 weeks, significantly reducing our time-to-hire.
Cost Savings: 
Achieved 30% cost savings compared to local hires, translating to substantial budget optimization.
High-Quality Talent: 
The recruited developers immediately contributed to project success, demonstrating exceptional proficiency and accelerating our web and mobile app development goals.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

yes, they delivered on time answering all our needs.

What was your primary form of communication with 5Blue Software?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Transparency: Their open and honest communication throughout the recruitment process was truly refreshing and built strong trust.

Deep Tech Understanding: 5blue demonstrated a profound understanding of our technical requirements, helping them identify candidates who truly matched our specific needs from a technological perspective.

Flexible and Fair Cost Structure: Their differentiated salary range system, tailored to each team member's specific quality and skill set, stood out. It perfectly met our budget requirements and was remarkably competitive compared to other IT recruitment firms.

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Blue Software could have done differently?

nothing

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Department Head of Taboola.com

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Provide users the best content reccomendation within the site they are visiting.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Blue Software to accomplish?

• Establish the first mobile team back in 2017
• Being able to grow fast on many domains with a qualitative developers
• Being able to shrink IF-AND-WHEN needed

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Blue Software?

Personal familarity with their CEO

Why did you select 5Blue Software over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned
• High Trust on their CEO

How many teammates from 5Blue Software were assigned to this project?

~20

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

This is not a certain single project that involve 5 Blue people. 
Today the 5 Blue people are involved in several areas within the company R&D and they bring their own strength, and skills. At first we maintained full projects by the hands of 5 blue but then we found out that integrating them with others on the same team - works like a charm. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Like I mentioned before - our roots with 5 Blue Software goes long years back. At the begining we hire them to conduct a mobile team implementing a commmercial sdk. Then we hire more people assigning them to other mobile teams (projects). At some point we hire some of their web developers, and then QA and disgner, and a product managment for a certain need, and...more. Today, we just see them as a trevial extension to our organic RnD

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

While working with 5 Blue Software people we maintain mutual sprints, planning, and dailies. This makes it very trivial to deliver and manage the projects, providing the deliverables on time.
The only time I can think of - that we experienced some delivery challenges and risks was when the war in Ukraine started and things were uncertain within the first 2 months. We knew this could come so we moved some delivery weight back to IL and returned it back when things settled down.

What was your primary form of communication with 5Blue Software?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They are very service-oriented, professional, and engaged in their duties.

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Blue Software could have done differently?

Be more active and take a role in people's career path

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director of engineering of Qualcomm

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Cellular networks automation, orchestration and optimization

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Blue Software to accomplish?

• Building distributed engineering group
• Find talented engineers in Ukraine and Europe
• Cost

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Blue Software?

Referral

Why did you select 5Blue Software over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Other

How many teammates from 5Blue Software were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We engaged 5blue Software to expand our distributed engineering team in offshore, mid-cost regions. Their task was to find experienced senior backend, full-stack and fron-end engineers in Ukraine to join our team.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Time-to-Market (TTM) in Recruiting Talent: We successfully reduced the time-to-market in finding and recruiting talented engineers who align with our R&D engineering cluture and skillsets. This efficiency ensured that we could quickly integrate new team members and maintain our project timelines.
Fast Communication with the Vendor: The vendor maintained prompt and effective communication throughout the project. This responsiveness facilitated smooth coordination and swift resolution of any issues, contributing to the overall success of the project.
Cost-Effectiveness: Expending our R&D in a cost effective way, within our budget constraints.
The vendor provided high-quality services at a competitive price, ensuring that we received excellent value for our investment.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The vendor’s overall management and communication have been excellent. They respond very quickly and are proactive in ensuring that their engineers not only fit well within our engineering group but are also satisfied with their roles

What was your primary form of communication with 5Blue Software?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

5blue Software has a unique, tailor-made, and effective approach to finding the right engineers for our team. They thoroughly understand our specific project and technical needs, and they excel at reaching potential candidates. Before introducing candidates to us, 5blue Software conducts their own comprehensive technical and cultural screening process, ensuring a perfect fit for our team.

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Blue Software could have done differently?

not at all

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the VP R&D of RxWare

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

RxWare is a technology company that offers an integrated digital platform that is flexible, scalable, and secure to enhance patient engagement throughout the entire specialty prescription journey

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Blue Software to accomplish?

• To deliver innovative, high-quality software solutions that are scalable, secure, and responsive to customer needs in order to drive product value and market competitiveness

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Blue Software?

Referral

Why did you select 5Blue Software over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Other

How many teammates from 5Blue Software were assigned to this project?

15

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Scope of Work
The project is to function as the company's R&D department. It is dedicated to delivering innovative, high-quality software solutions by developing and maintaining core platform functionalities, data services, and partner integrations. The project consists of four key teams:

1. Backend Team: Responsible for building and optimizing core functionalities for patient-facing services, focusing on reliability, security, and scalability.
2. Partner-Facing Team: Develops and manages tools and services tailored for partners, providing them with essential management capabilities and seamless integrations.
3. BI Team: Manages data visualization and underlying data infrastructure, transforming raw data into actionable insights and supporting informed decision-making.
4. DevOps Team: Ensures smooth deployment pipelines, infrastructure management, and system scalability, enhancing development efficiency and maintaining system uptime.

Key Deliverables

• Backend Team: Robust patient services, ensuring stability and compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Partner-Facing Team: Secure and adaptable partner tools, including API integrations and partner dashboards.
• BI Team: Interactive data dashboards and a reliable data infrastructure.
• DevOps Team: Optimized CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure scalability, and incident management systems.

The R&D department focuses on collaboration, security, and customer satisfaction to maintain the company’s competitive edge in the SaaS market.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• Feature Completion Rate: Percentage of key features completed within each sprint, indicating progress toward the project’s goals.
• Bug Resolution Rate: Number of critical bugs resolved over a given period, showcasing improvements in stability and quality.
• Uptime and Availability: Measured downtime over time, demonstrating reliability improvements in live environments.
• System Performance Metrics: Load time, response time, and throughput improvements indicate enhanced performance.
• User Engagement Metrics: Increased user interactions (e.g., logins, sessions, usage time) post-feature release, showing adoption and value.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They consistently delivered project items on time, guided by priorities established by the product management, which helped ensure alignment with our objectives. Their responsiveness was exceptional—they not only met my immediate needs but were also proactive in preparing for upcoming requirements. I appreciated how they prioritized my feedback, adapting their work processes to ensure both current and future needs were met efficiently. Their dedication to clear communication and reliability throughout the project made it easy to trust their timeline and output quality.

What was your primary form of communication with 5Blue Software?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

I am particularly impressed by their meticulous candidate screening process and outstanding HR support. The company offers a well-structured employee growth plan, tight-knit support, and meaningful benefits like English lessons, all of which show their commitment to personal and professional development. Additionally, their rapid scalability in expanding the team when needed highlights their strong adaptability and growth strategy.

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Blue Software could have done differently?

nope