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BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm a founder and the CEO of Safely, a real estate management and automation platform based in Tartu, Estonia.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Cut2Code, and what were your goals?

We had customers who were looking for a technical solution for operating rental buildings. The businesses were different but the problem was similar, so we started looking for a development partner to help us try to solve the business cases.

SOLUTION

How did you select Cut2Code and what were the deciding factors?

We were referred to Cut2Code by a former colleague. In the beginning we were looking to start small, to just visualize the idea and test the waters. Our own team has Ruby on Rails experience, so we wanted to work on a familiar stack.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

We started with visual wireframes, drafts and presentations. Then moved to a simple proof of concept. After we got encouraging feedback from the customers we went to full architectural planning and development.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We have 3 Ruby on Rails developers, a QA person and a scrum-master. In the beginning we had some designers, but now the focus is on backend development.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

We have built a large management platform complete with legal automations to generate contracts, accounting system to distribute utility costs, documents library with QR code links and a task management with a calendar and a reminders system. Everyone is welcome to check out the system at safely.ee

I think the quality of the mockups and drafts was critical for communicating our proposed solution and for getting the customer buy-in. Currently we are in the development phase.Although the scope has grown a bit larger than we initially planned, we feel we have been moving ahead nicely.  

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.

We are using a cut2code inhouse system for project management and time logging. We have near real time overview of developers progress and costs accrual. We manage the project in 2 week sprints, it's a simple process, nothing to complain about.

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

Clarity. They communicate well, don't hide the things I might not like to hear and therefore I feel in control of the development progress and the budget.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

They have met all expectations.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO and co-founder of a startup called Livespace.io, a sales CRM platform.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Cut2Code?

Since we’re an online company, the look and feel of our website is crucial to earning conversions. We wanted to update the site and rebuild it from the ground up and needed an agency that could take the designs we did internally and implement them. We had a website on WordPress and the goal was to implement a new design.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We did our own designs and Cut2Code implemented them onto the old WordPress platform in English, Polish, and Russian. They also provided feedback on our designs and optimized our site to make it faster. After the site launched, they continued to make tweaks as well.

What is the team composition?

I worked with two people from the customer side. There were a few developers on their side also that I didn’t have contact with directly.

How did you come to work with Cut2Code?

I asked peers for recommendations and they introduced me to 20 different companies. I sent each of them a brief and had a few calls before choosing Cut2Code.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent between $5,000–$7,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in March 2019 and wrapped up the project in June 2020. We’re still working with them on another project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

They made our site 30–50% faster, which was very important for our SEO. They were also able to improve our conversion rate.

How did Cut2Code perform from a project management standpoint?

They managed the project well and met all of our timelines. Everything was really professional. We had regular calls and communicated on Slack. People from our team also had the opportunity to work with them to ensure a smooth collaboration.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The price was competitive and the quality of their portfolio stood out compared to other companies we considered. They pay attention to detail and deliver good quality code.

Are there any areas they could improve?

There’s nothing that comes to mind. There were times things maybe could go faster, but that was very minor.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Be specific about what you want and set dates. For us, the important thing was that we had everything ready for the design.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the founder of a B2B software company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Cut2Code, and what were your goals?

We engaged Cut2Code for multiple web projects, including a website redesign and multiple web app templating projects which helped us onboard customers faster.

SOLUTION

How did you select Cut2Code and what were the deciding factors?

We decided to work with Cut2Code after they worked on a sample project for us and knocked it out of the park with quality and communication. Communication is key with their account manager; Tomasz and the team ask the right questions to get the job done correctly the first time. If any issues arise, they are quickly addressed and the team ensures we are happy with the results.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

First, we worked on a website redesign project where I provided the graphics and requirements of a designer. That project was build in HTML5, JS, CSS, and PHP (WordPress Stack). We then engaged Cut2Code again for our customer onboarding needs. After a kickoff call, I prepared a creative brief and documentation for how to template and skin our web app customer tools. This was HTML5, JS, CSS (React Stack).

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We worked directly with Tomasz, the account manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

Increased performance and decreased load time for our homepage which was a great win. Cut2Code allowed us to focus on core engineering while they assisted us in templating other web apps for new customers.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.

Zoom meetings are very beneficial for alignment. Trello was used for agile development.

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

Communication skills and their quality of development/code.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Consider using other enterprise tools like JIRA for more complex web projects where Trello is a bit too simple (multiple environments in development cycle, linking dependencies, handling release cycles). This requires buy-in from both sides of course but this would be a personal ask for their team from us.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a co-owner of a design and branding company based in New York City.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Cut2Code?

We needed high-quality development services for our WordPress website. We needed a solution that could be turned around quickly.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Cut2Code provided Adobe XD conversion to WordPress websites for us. Their team built those products from scratch according to the designs that we gave them. They also helped troubleshoot issues that we had with existing WordPress websites.

What is the team composition?

We had one point of contact for each project. Their team also included developers and account managers. We also have a main point of contact at Cut2Code who assigns projects to the team.

How did you come to work with Cut2Code?

We were referred to Cut2Code by a colleague. He had positive experiences with them. Based on his recommendation, we did an initial project with them. As that went well, we decided to move forward.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent around $10,000 on their services.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started our partnership in February 2020, and our partnership’s ongoing. We work with them on a project by project basis.  

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? 

Our clients were satisfied with the quality of the websites, both their speed and aesthetics. We collaborate with SEO agencies that find Cut2Code’s work impressive. Their team built the websites to work well for Google and users.

How did Cut2Code perform from a project management standpoint?

When I send a request, they follow up regularly to make sure their production schedule’s prepared to meet my needs. They touched base every day during the projects. Their team provided feedback and communicated when they needed additional assets. If there were delays, they honestly communicated them and provided solutions.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their team provides professional services and top-notch code. We’ve been validated on many levels about the quality of their code. I also know that someone on their team will respond when I email them. I’m never left in the dark.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, nothing comes to mind.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Be upfront about the design, but we haven’t used their design services. If you need those services, talk to them. From a programming perspective, they’re great.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am a CEO of a multi-disciplinary design and web development company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Cut2Code?

Web development and website maintenance.

What were your goals for this project?

We aim to receive our designs coded pixel perfectly, with interesting animations and visual effects and clear backends that guarantee remarkable user experiences.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

They were recommended to me by my previous vendor.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

Over the course of the past two years, we’ve reached out to them with a wide range of web development tasks. Some of them included coding frontend-only websites from scratch, but much more often they were tasked with coding full-blown WordPress websites based on the designs that we’ve prepared.

They have also been great partners in terms of website maintenance - they expertly handled even most demanding requests, fixes, changes and additions to be introduced on a third party code that was provided to them.

What was the team composition?

At all times, I have been in contact with a dedicated project manager who was always polite and responsive, engaged in every single project we’ve collaborated on.

Depending on the workload, my requests were handled by up to 3 or 4 developers at the same time, while always aiming to have the same ones assigned over and over again, as they learned to know my expectations and were able to adjust their coding practices to accommodate my needs.

This resulted in a collaboration where in many instances I did not even need to express my expectations fully to Cut2Code, as they knew what I’ve been expecting based on their experience.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

I was able to routinely provide my clients with top-notch solutions, tailored to their needs, always on time and within budget. It has definitely facilitated my client relationships and helped my business grow.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

From the very beginning of our relationship, I was working with the same project manager that handles all of my projects up and could not be more satisfied with the quality of his work - always very responsive and polite, well-informed and able to go the extra mile to ensure a successful project delivery.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They are always able to strike the best balance between cost, quality and effective communication. They are well-organized and always able to answer all questions in detail and with ease. They are great business partners and never disappoint.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Occasionally, due to their workload, I might wait a day or two before my project is launched. However, this happens rather rarely and isn’t something I could not deal with.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Leanpassion is a consulting company that conducts seminars and workshops on Lean corporate management. At the time, I was employed by them as a marketing manager.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Cut2Code?

We hired Cut2Code to code our new corporate website, based on the designs we provided. It offers (among other types of content) many blog entries sharing the news from the lean world, a lean glossary, several case studies of projects we have had in the past and an all-around introduction of our company and services to its users.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to keep a significant degree of freedom in the way we introduce content (including the modular approach that allowed us to easily move and duplicate sections between varying subpages) and aimed at preparing a wide variety of modules with different layouts needed for all types of content we were able to gather and create.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Cut2Code was recommended to us by a colleague who had worked with them before and was really pleased with the quality of cooperation. We were very lucky to find them - I don’t think anyone could have been able to handle our complex requirements and expectations better.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

We provided Cut2Code with detailed mock-ups of modules we wanted to include on our website. As the project was being developed we gradually understood our needs more and more, so many more modules were born later down the road, due to our descriptions and the solutions that C2C was suggesting. We really appreciated their assistance, as the help and expertise they offered was something we very much needed at the time.

What was the team composition?

The team consisted of a skilled and flexible project manager in addition to a handful of developers, each of them focusing on a specific and well-outlined area of the project. The team was always helpful, approachable, communicative and responsive.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

It has not been long since the implementation of our new website, but the positive feedback of our whole team in addition to good reviews and comments from our community has been overwhelming. It is a drastic improvement of our previous website, and we are fairly confident that its implementation will increase our revenue and the interest that our brand generates.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

We are very pleased with the way the project management was handled in this project. Adam’s team expertise was immensely helpful, his response time unmatched, just as his care for details and thoroughness with any communication points that arose in the process. All deadlines were kept and even though we required lots of his attention, we always felt very cared for - our needs were always in the first place.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We really liked how open and helpful they were to us. There were many things that we needed to change during the early and late stages of development. They were patient with our requests and immensely kind with how they were handled - even when we asked them to remove functionality they had been asked to code just a couple days prior. We felt their passion for this project and were very pleased that this cooperation felt much more as a partnership with us rather than a simple customer/client relationship.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We are very pleased with both the process and the end result of this project. Nothing particular comes to our mind.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

C42D is a top New York branding agency for visionary companies. We create bulletproof strategic processes based on years of experience. We build engaging and clear brand stories that are easy for your customers to understand, and have been in business since 2010. I am the founder and CEO of C42D.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Cut2Code?

We hired Cut2Code for creating a website based on the WordPress CMS. The backend they prepared gives us the possibility of easily and intuitively modifying the content we decide to put on the site. The frontend they coded was pixel-perfect - reflecting our design ideally down to the very last pixel.

What were your goals for this project?

The main goal for us was to prepare a clear and optimized, fast-working website that looked amazingly good on every browser and device. We wanted the message of this website to be delivered in a clear and modern way that is compatible with current trends.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We have worked with Cut2Code on different projects, including Shopify development. We knew we could count on them. They have done great work in the past for us.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

The website is modular on Gutenberg which is awesome. Cut2Code perfectly matched our expectations. Each element on the page has the ability to edit from CMS with live preview in the administrative cockpit. Managing individual sections is simple and does not require any specialized training in content management.

What was the team composition?

The team was composed of a frontend developer, backend developer, project manager, and a tester.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

We've improved page rand load times which helps SEO. We constantly get compliments on the site.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Throughout the project, we were supported by a dedicated project manager who was helpful, invested, and responsive. He immediately answered all our questions and helped us make informed decisions.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Cut2Code’s team is the best. Their communication skills, quick responses, professional approach to the topic, accuracy, and creativity in preparing the system helped us achieve our goal on time and with great results!.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, I don’t see any areas for improvement. Everything went smoothly and feedback was quickly implemented.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We connect hidden tech talents with companies best for them. We are a community of software developers, engineers, data scientists and tech lovers that help companies to implement challenge-centric recruitment with AI-powered assessment tools for developers and engineers.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Cut2Code?

We worked with Cut2Code on the creation of a landing page serving to collect data from web developers wanting to take part in one of our hackathons.

What were your goals for this project?

We aimed to create a responsive website saving data from a contact form implemented within it, complete with a CMS panel for content management.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

The Cut2Code team was recommended to us by one of our investors. We hoped for a quick project implementation while cooperating with trusted providers that know the specifics of our industry.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

We created a landing page that collected data for the purpose of our marketing activities. We provided their team with the design, and Cut2Code’s task was to cut it to HTML and integrate it with WordPress CMS. From our perspective, the website needed to be lightweight, fast to load, have a simple content management system, save the data its users were leaving and send them a confirmation/thank-you message via email if their subscription was placed and complete.

What was the team composition?

The project was handled by three people - a project manager, a frontend developer and a backend developer. Their teamwork was great and resulted in a lightning-speed implementation of every change we requested. We did not have any objections towards the work they did.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

Thanks to the landing page C2C implemented, we were able to gain contact with web developers that want to find work in the best IT companies in the world.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

We used standard channels of communication while getting in touch with their PM - Skype, mail and phone. Our point of contact was always available and eager to call us and discuss the progress of works.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

With full responsibility we can praise the speed of their teamwork, high quality of code and the reliability of our website. Cut2Code knows what they are doing.

Are there any areas for improvement?

The project fulfilled our expectations in every way.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

My company provides dietary supplements internationally. We help our customers in keeping their slim figures, beautiful skin, and energy during the day.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Cut2Code?

Cut2Code was tasked with creating a new website / online store for my company. I was looking for an experienced web development team that can clearly and efficiently communicate with their clients, is open to new challenges and helpful through their knowledge and recommendations.

What were your goals for this project?

We aimed to create an online store that would also serve as a corporate front of our company, in addition to selling our products. We hoped for a clear and intuitive layout, enabling our customers to learn our offer and order our products easily, while also enabling us to process these orders

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Cut2Code was recommended to me by a colleague from my previous workplace, as a trusted web agency specialized in creating online stores using the WordPress and WooCommerce platforms. I’ve been promised the best specialists are there and the promise was kept.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

Cut2Code built an online store for me that also serves as a business card of my company. They prepared and implemented a custom WordPress theme, adjusted in accordance with my instructions and requirements. C2C created their own system of provision settlements for my sellers, helpful in managing my promotional activities.

What was the team composition?

Their team consisted of a Project Manager responsible for contacting me, setting the scope of work and verification of its results, and also of a full-stack developer who coded the WooCommerce store based on WordPress CMS and expanded its base functionalities in accord with my requirements regarding the store.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

Thanks to the custom solutions prepared by Cut2Code, I can now systematically expand on my portfolio and product sales. I am satisfied with the way our website functions and how intuitive it is to use and manage.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

The project manager I worked with was very responsive and helpful in choosing the solutions that helped me in achieving my goal. Their PM was very tech-savvy and had extensive knowledge about the specifics of the e-commerce industry, the usability of online stores and technologies used within them.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Cut2Code’s biggest advantage lies within their knowledge and experience. The team knew how to deal with even the most complicated challenges I’ve faced them with. They are efficient and effective.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Projects such as this one have this inherent quality that they need to be developed over time. We’re now waiting for feedback from our clients regarding our new website. If there’s any area that we can improve on - we’ll definitely implement these changes in cooperation with Cut2Code.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

LSJ HR Group is a HR company from Szczecin that has been on the market for almost 20 years. We specialise in recruitment projects for Polish and international customers operating in Westpomeranian region. In addition to permanent and temporary resources recruitment services we offer wide range HR consultancy as well as open and closed training: soft and hard skills, product, team building, occupational safety and health. We have trained nearly 800 people in 2018.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Cut2Code?

We hired Cut2Code to redesign the LSJ Academy website which is part of the LSJ HR Group. It focuses on entrepreneurs, employers, and employees interested in professional training and consulting. On our website, you can learn about upcoming events and enrol in the courses.

What were your goals for this project?

Our goal was to have a responsive and user-friendly website that is consistent with our brand’s identity and easy to use by website visitors. Moreover, we wanted to increase the number of enrolls for workshops we organize.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We chose Cut2Code because they are a team of talented people who design and implement modern, user-friendly WordPress websites.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

The first step was the website’s design. We were in need of new, responsive-friendly designs for every page that covered best UX practices. We liked the result and were also satisfied with the development process which came afterwards. In the end, we have received a responsive WordPress website. All content is now easy to handle, which was one of the criteria we cared most about.

What was the team composition?

The team consisted of one project manager, one designer and one developer. Everyone was always helpful, highly communicative and well-prepared.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

Thanks to reorganized website navigation, we are looking forward to the increase in the number of workshops sign-ups. With the new website, our offer is presented in a better way. Therefore, it should reach new users and let them become part of the academy. It is also adjusted for mobile devices - a condition that we highlighted at the very start of the project.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Our point of contact was a Project Manager, who was always helpful and keen on making suggestions and sharing his knowledge and experience with us. He coordinated every aspect of the project smoothly, so we always knew at what stage of the work we were at the moment.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Cut2Code presented a high level of engagement in our project. They have done research to be up-to-date with industry trends. To make our website more user-friendly, we were keen to accept a lot of apt suggestions they made. Cut2Code has shown a great customer-centric approach.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We have received the project that was adjusted to our needs and on time.