AnyforSoft

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an executive at Fortunatos

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

In-house Digital Marketing Agency specialized in SEO, PPC, SMA, Native ads, and analytics.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire AnyforSoft to accomplish?

• We hired AnyforSoft to help us to deliver a Drupal website for our customer. We were providing Marketing services and Anyforsoft covered the development part of the project.

SOLUTION

How did you find AnyforSoft?

• Clutch Site

Why did you select AnyforSoft over others?

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

How many teammates from AnyforSoft were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

They created amazing designs based on our suggestions and developed a website within the budget and timeline. Also, they provided maintenance for the project after its completion.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We received positive feedback from the client on design, functionality, and overall satisfaction. Also, we noted an improvement in search engine rankings and organic traffic.

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

AnyforSoft demonstrated commendable punctuality in meeting project milestones. Major deliverables, including design approval, development phases, and website deployment, were consistently delivered on schedule.

What was your primary form of communication with AnyforSoft?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

AnyforSoft showcased an exceptional level of technical proficiency, especially in Drupal development. The team's deep understanding of the platform and its capabilities significantly contributed to the project's success.

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

Nothing to add here. We would definitely work with them in the future.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder, CEO of Incode Group

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Incode Group is a global provider of JavaScript and TypeScript development with 8+ years of experience, that combines expert developers and a dedicated team constantly expanding.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire AnyforSoft to accomplish?

• The design and development of a Learning Management System (LMS) using React Native, Python backend, and integrated AI features.

SOLUTION

How did you find AnyforSoft?

Clutch Site

Why did you select AnyforSoft over others?

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

How many teammates from AnyforSoft were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

The LMS, developed by AnyforSoft, includes video lessons, questionnaires, a payment processing module, advanced booking functionality, and much more. The team demonstrated an unwavering dedication to understanding our unique requirements, and translating them into a feature-rich, user-friendly platform. 
The incorporation of AI features showcased AnyforSoft's commitment to innovation. The intelligent integration enhanced our LMS with personalized learning experiences, making it a standout solution in the education sector.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The architecture implemented by AnyforSoft allowed for seamless scalability. As a result, we were able to accommodate growth in user registrations without compromising system performance.  Post-implementation surveys and user feedback indicated a high level of satisfaction. We received positive feedback on the user-friendly interface, leading to a 40% increase in overall user satisfaction scores.

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

The project management team maintained clear and transparent communication channels. Regular updates, progress reports, and milestone reviews were provided, ensuring all stakeholders were well-informed. They consistently met deadlines for key project milestones. Deliverables, including feature implementations, testing phases, and deployment, were consistently on time.

What was your primary form of communication with AnyforSoft?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

AnyforSoft's establishment of an AI development department showcased their commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements. The integration of AI features into our Learning Management System demonstrated innovation and a forward-thinking approach.

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

It was a great experience, nothing to add here.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the CFO of a media company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We're a Performance Marketing Company, and the developer of Peak, an outcome-driven platform that delivers high-quality user growth. We position apps for immediate results, while driving long-term value for their brands.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire AnyforSoft to accomplish?

• React Native application template for a content aggregator
• Drupal admin panel to configure various content sources

SOLUTION

How did you find AnyforSoft?

Referral

Why did you select AnyforSoft over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget

How many teammates from AnyforSoft were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

• drupal admin system
• mobile application platform
• app development (front/back)

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Delivery of a fully functional React Native application template within the agreed timeframe. Implementation of a robust Drupal admin panel that allows for the easy addition and management of various content sources. Positive feedback from end-users on the performance and usability of the content aggregator app.

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

Anyforsoft's project management was highly professional, transparent and responsive. They employed agile methodologies, providing us with bi-weekly sprints and regular updates. They were quick to address any concerns and were always available for discussion. Any necessary adjustments were handled promptly.

What was your primary form of communication with AnyforSoft?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Anyforsoft was committed to understanding our business needs. Beyond just executing development, they provided assistance on how the direction of the project. Their expertise in both React Native and Drupal was evident in the way they navigated challenges and offered solutions. Additionally, their customer-centric approach made them stand out—they genuinely cared about our product's success as much as we did.

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

While adequate training was provided, having more in-depth material would help new team members (as members changed during the project) to get up to speed more quickly.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the P&C Specialist ( Contractors and Projects) of Appnovation

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Appnovation is a global digital solutions provider specializing in the design, development, and support of engaging user experiences, primarily through digital strategy, web development, and mobile application development services

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire AnyforSoft to accomplish?

• Software Development

SOLUTION

How did you find AnyforSoft?

Referral

Why did you select AnyforSoft over others?

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

How many teammates from AnyforSoft were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

AnyforSoft has proven to be an invaluable partner for us at Appnovation, consistently providing highly skilled and committed contractors who excel in delivering quality work on time. From software development to digital solutions, their team brings a blend of expertise, flexibility, and excellent communication that has been instrumental in the successful completion of our projects. 

Their commitment to meeting deadlines without sacrificing quality sets them apart in a competitive industry. In a nutshell, AnyforSoft is more than just a vendor; they're a strategic partner that we highly recommend for anyone seeking top-notch technical talent and project success

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

No

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

AnyforSoft's project management has been spot-on. They've always delivered on time and have been quick to respond to any changes or needs we've had. Their clear and timely communication has made working with them smooth and efficient. Overall, they've been great at keeping our projects on track.

What was your primary form of communication with AnyforSoft?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

What stands out most about AnyforSoft is their exceptional commitment to quality and deadlines. In an industry where these two aspects often clash, they've managed to excel in both. Their ability to adapt to our needs quickly while still delivering high-quality work on time was truly unique and has made them an invaluable partner for our projects.

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

No

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the director of communications for Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, a Catholic parish with about 10,000 members and 3,000 families. Our website gets many visits, and we organize many events.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with AnyforSoft?

Since we hold many events, it was important for us to update our look and make our website a better and more user-friendly experience. We were notified that our Drupal version would be discontinued soon, so we searched for a company to help us migrate our website from Drupal 7 to Drupal 9. Although we didn’t want a complete redesign, we wanted a way to modernize our look and feel. 

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

AnyforSoft has upgraded our website to Drupal 9 and enhanced its design. Our site is for parishioners and new users to get information about our events, how to schedule weddings or baptisms, and how to become part of the ministry or our women’s club. Users can also find our history and information on how to get involved in our parish.

Currently, AnyforSoft provides us with monthly site maintenance. 

What is the team composition?

Joel (Director of Business Development, US) was our main point of contact from a sales perspective during the proposal phase. Then, Oleksandra (Project Manager) was our main point of contact, and Lida (Head of Media & Entertainment Partnerships) was in charge of maintenance. Now, we have a new contact who handles the maintenance. 

How did you come to work with AnyforSoft?

While searching for vendors, some companies told us to move away from Drupal and to WordPress, but that would have made our site easier to hack. Therefore, we searched online for companies that worked with Drupal. 

Then, I remembered that I had previously received about three outreach emails about Drupal upgrades, including one from AnyforSoft. I investigated each company, and AnyforSoft had excellent reviews, which began my dialogue with them. 

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent roughly $29,000. 

What is the status of this engagement?

The site development lasted from August–December 2022. Since we have a monthly maintenance contract with them, our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Anecdotally, users have told me how much they love the site. Moreover, attendance at our recent events has been really high since we launched the website. I haven’t done a quantitive analysis of the website and likely won’t since we don’t make sales. 

How did AnyforSoft perform from a project management standpoint?

Our project manager is excellent. AnyforSoft has been very fast and has addressed our requests immediately. Initially, they provided a timeline through Google Docs. The team delivered every website item on time or ahead of schedule; we could have launched the site earlier, around Thanksgiving, but I got busy and had to put some final touches on hold. 

We use Zoom and email to communicate. During development, they would send me the links to staged environments to review progress. We also had weekly and bimonthly meetings throughout the design and development process. 

AnyforSoft is very accommodating; even though they’re based in Ukraine, they’re willing to meet at the end of their work day. Whenever I send them a question through email, they always reply immediately, no matter what time of the day it is for them. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

Out of the companies we considered, AnyforSoft was the most proactive candidate throughout the sales process. While I had to initiate communication with the other companies, AnyforSoft was very proactive in informing me of Drupal’s status and providing suggestions about how to start. 

Even though the sales process took about a year due to budget preparations, they stayed in touch with me throughout this time. Since the engagement began, they’ve continued to be just as proactive. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don’t have any negative comments about AnyforSoft; they’ve been excellent from the sales process through implementation. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Initially, I was concerned about working with an offshore company and how the Russian Invasion of Ukraine would affect our project. However, AnyforSoft has taken this into account regarding their employees’ safety, work environment, and the security of our files. 

As promised, the Russian Invasion hasn’t been a factor, nor has it impacted how they do their job. Therefore, potential clients shouldn’t shy away from AnyforSoft because they’re based in Ukraine. The team has done excellent work for us and has great customer service, so their location shouldn’t be a detractor.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Scientific instrumentation sales worldwide. I am director of technical information and manage two corporate websites.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

Our two global websites (one multilingual, one Japanese) required upgrades from Drupal 8 to Drupal 9. Numerous modules were out of date and needed to be tested for compatibility with D9.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

We asked for a quote from a Drupal partner we worked with previously. It was very high so I was asked to get another quote from another company. I found AnyforSoft on the Drupal partners site. Their quote was far, far less expensive than the initial company's.

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

I provided dumps of the SQL databases and all files for the two websites. They worked on the upgrades on their dev/staging servers and provided me with remote access to review their progress. Of particular note, they also gave me access to an "agile board" that storyboarded the project and let me see what was in the queue and what was complete at every stage.

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

Overall, I was in contact with four people. The first person responded to my RFQ and passed me along to a couple of project managers, one overall, one technical. The "real" work was performed by one technician, who kept me up to date, asked me for additional material as needed, and responded (quickly) to any of my queries.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

AnyforSoft delivered the upgraded sites to our server and gave me step-by-step directions on how to successfully deploy the two sites. They were detailed and transparent in their billing and provided detailed end-of-project documents.

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

Agile development with total transparency. I was advised of anything that might cause delays (vacations, etc.) well in advance, and the team was highly responsive in general.

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

First of all, they are very affordable! But that doesn't mean they cut any corners--the work was professional and they delivered exactly what we requested in a timely manner.

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

Nothing at all -- they were very supportive and responsive.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the CEO, we build a SaaS and Standalone IT product. We offer additional configuration and customization services around the product.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire AnyforSoft?

We rely on AFS to provide talented developers to assist us with the configuration and customization services we provide around our product.

SOLUTION

How did you select this agency and what were the deciding factors?

We were referred to AFS from another agency that work on the same tech stack.

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

We engaged them in two types of projects. The first was ongoing with 2 to 3 full-time developers. The developers worked as part of our team reporting directly to our lead developers. The other project was a software upgrade engagement where their team worked independently.

Describe the recruitment process in detail.

The thing I appreciated the most was they didn't rush into the engagement. They wanted to take their time to make sure expectations were clear and their approach met our standards. They let us interview the individual developers and gave us access to their project management team. It was important to us that the team was consistent and didn't change often, they have delivered on that promise.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the engagement that demonstrate progress or success?

We have experimented with teams in India, Costa Rica, Argentina, Mexico and back again to India. This is the first group that has provided developers that we didn't need to train on basic coding standards and who also met their deadlines.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Their approach to projects is very similar to ours so workflow ran smoothly. I believe the biggest key to our success was their ability to communicate. They participate in our planning meetings, our stand-ups, and even retrospectives. They don't just say yes, they ask good questions and ask for help when it is needed.

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

I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of their developers, yet what I found the most impressive was their project management. They took time to learn our expectations, our technical needs, and how to work within our systems. They're a perfect size, big enough to provide quality resources, yet small enough for management to jump in when needed.

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

Not at this time.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Cheppers USA is a technology firm that provides website/application development, design, and infrastructure services. I am the Chief Operating Officer overseeing all the US operations, partnerships, client management, and project delivery.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire AnyforSoft?

During our engagement with them we had 2 periods. The first was with hiring their front-end Drupal developer for several months, which worked well. Then we had a big Drupal 9 project along with a separate dedicated back-end Drupal developer for another client.

SOLUTION

How did you select this agency and what were the deciding factors?

We’ve met with AnyforSoft in NYC and then during several Drupal events. We’ve been in touch with them for several years when at some point we returned to them when there was a need.

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

Our client is a non-profit organization in the US. The project aimed to create a questionnaire based on Drupal 9. The project started with a design phase. We had rough incoming project info from the client and had to take it to proceed with the design phase where AnyforSoft suggested their solution and agreed on it with the client.

There were several major project tasks that have been distributed among a team. Project deadlines were quite tough, so the project challenge was to finish work and have a website being launched on prod as soon as possible. The team was autonomous and worked directly with the client.

Describe the recruitment process in detail.

The first period included 1 dedicated front-end Drupal developer. The second period included 1 dedicated Back-end Drupal developer and the following team for the project. Their Project and Account manager were the 2 main points of contact. The technical team was composed of:

• 1 Designer,
• 1 Drupal Tech Lead,
• 1 Back-end Drupal developer,
• 1 Front-end Drupal developer,
• 1 QA,
• and 1 DevOps specialist.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the engagement that demonstrate progress or success?

Our client was pleased with the work and project management style.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

There was no micromanagement from our side and we gave them enough space to communicate with the client directly. We were impressed with their communication skills and at the beginning we knew this project would be successfully delivered.

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

We found AnyforSoft to be more of a partner than just a vendor. They took the time to think through the issues at-hand and come up with alternative solutions that would save time/money throughout the implementation. You want a team that has a vested stake in the success of the project instead of just individuals that blindly complete tasks.

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

AnyforSoft finished the project and delivered the product to the client as expected. There turned out to be some Drupal limitations the team faced at the end of the project (a Drupal patch to one module was to be created to make things work on this specific project as expected). AnyforSoft found a solution that satisfied the client.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Bluecadet is an award-winning experience design firm with a long history of working in the cultural space. We create innovative experiences for web/digital product and the built environment. I am Head of Technology and lead the development team.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We brought on AnyforSoft to provide support for our web development team and solve some interesting problems in our project—specifically how to best architect and implement a single Drupal CMS for multiple Gatsby front-end sites. AnyforSoft handled data migrations and custom module development for the CMS.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

AnyforSoft had been a vendor we were familiar with, having met some of their team at conferences over the years. This project was a good opportunity for our teams to finally work together.

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

The project was a single Drupal 8 CMS serving data and content to three separate Gatsby front-end builds. The CMS was deployed to Pantheon, and the Gatsby sites were built on Gatsby Cloud and deployed to Netlify. AnyforSoft wrote custom modules to provide preview functionality for the three separate Gatsby sites. Contrib modules exist to do this, but they assume a 1-to-1 relationship between CMS and Gatsby site. AnyforSoft also helped us migrate different content types from multiple sources (WordPress blogs, Drupal sites) into the new Drupal 8 CMS.

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

We worked with two members from AnyforSoft:

• a developer
• a project manager

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

AnyforSoft was able to implement challenging technical requirements, and their custom module work allowed our client teams to preview Gatsby content for three separate sites in the same CMS.

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

AnyforSoft was embedded with our team—they joined our twice-weekly project standups and they worked off the same Github issues kanban board. They also communicated with our team regularly in Slack, and were available at very short notice for quick Zoom calls.

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

AnyforSoft was very receptive to feedback and they provided excellent development work. Their communication was timely and helped us keep the whole team on the same page.

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

None that I can think of at present. I’m hoping we can work with them again on a future project.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of Druid Oy, a custom software development company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with AnyforSoft?

We hired AnyforSoft to help us with our clients’ large and complex projects, specifically to provide outsourcing and consulting services.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

AnyforSoft helped us with one of our customer’s projects. Our customer provided all the information, and we worked using agile methods so there wasn’t any heavy documentation upfront.

We continue to work with their consultant who is a Drupal backend developer. He’s not really responsible for any specific deliverable. Instead, he just works alongside us and he helps us with many tasks that are related to Drupal forms.

What is the team composition?

We work with Andriy (PHP Drupal Developer).

How did you come to work with AnyforSoft?

We contacted a couple of companies when we were figuring out how to start the project. In the end, AnyforSoft had a suitable candidate available for us. They had a good reputation, and we knew them from past Drupal events. 

What is the status of this engagement?

We began working with them in August 2021, and the project is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We’re satisfied with AnyforSoft’s work, and we’re happy with them. We plan to continue working with them even after this project.

How did AnyforSoft perform from a project management standpoint?

AnyforSoft actively manages our account, and they actively reach out to us. Since it’s a joint effort, they do daily check-ins with the whole team and they plan the development cycle in two-week sprints. We communicate via Google Meet. More importantly, they deliver what we request on time.

What did you find most impressive about them?

We consider ourselves to be really picky about who we want to work with. With the current situation, it isn’t always easy to find reliable talent. Despite that, their team has managed to find people that are really professional.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No. The development work has gone really well. Overall, I have nothing to complain about.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Treat them as if they’re your own employees. In our case, we accepted their consultants as full team members.