# Calibrate Software Calibrate Software Reviews (39), Pricing, Services & Verified Ratings - Premier Verified - 4.9 out of 5 average review rating - 7 connections joined Calibrate Software's Network [Visit Website](https://www.calibrated.io/contact/?utm_source=clutch.co&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=directory) [Get a Custom Proposal](https://clutch.co/profile/calibrate-software) **We craft digital experiences that spark joy 🎉** Calibrate designs and builds websites, web apps, mobile apps, custom integrations, and enterprise solutions in a cost effective and scalable manner. We use our decades of experience as developers and entrepreneurs to provide strategic insight, which help companies generate incremental revenue and achieve greater efficiencies. Some of our core competencies around apps and websites include: - UI/UX Design (mobile and web) - Mobile App and Web App Development - Website Design and Dev - AI and Workflow Optimization - Custom Integrations (ie POS, Payments, etc) - AI Implementation and Workflow Automations - eCommerce Implementations or Migrations (ie move away from Magento or SAP to ShopifyPlus/ Enterprise) - Data Platform Engineering (ie Snowflake, Databricks, etc) - Email Templates ## Company Information - Minimum project size: $25,000+ - Hourly rate: $50 - $99 - Number of employees: 10 - 49 - 1 Locations: - Chicago, IL (Headquarters) - Founded in 2017 - 1 languages: English - 4 timezones: Central Standard Time (CST), Pacific Standard Time (PST), Eastern Standard Time (EST), Mountain Standard Time (MST) ## Services, Focus Areas, Industries, and Clients ### Service Lines - 30% Mobile App Development - 30% Web Development - 15% Custom Software Development - 15% UX/UI Design - 10% AI Consulting ### Focus Areas - CMS Focus: - 100% WordPress CMS - Application Platforms: - 70% Amazon Application Development Framework - 10% Azure Platform - 10% Google app engine - 10% Heroku - User Experience Focus: - 70% UX Strategy - 20% User Research - 10% Usability Testing - AI Consulting Focus: - 50% AI Strategy - 35% AI Deployment - 15% AI Maturation - Mobile Platforms: - 50% Android App Development - 50% iPhone iOS App Development - Mobile Focus: - 40% Mobile Commerce - 25% Health & Wellness Mobile App Development - 25% Learning & Education Mobile App Development - 10% Financial Mobile App Development - Frameworks and CMS: - 32% NodeJS - 32% React Native - 26% React - 5% Angular - 5% Flutter - AI Expertise: - 30% Chatbots & Conversational AI - 20% AI Recommendation Systems - 20% Computer Vision - 20% Machine Learning - 10% Natural Language Processing - Programming & Scripting: - 30% Go - 30% SQL - 20% JavaScript - 10% Swift - 10% Typescript ### Industries - 10% Information technology - 10% Retail - 10% Business services - 25% eCommerce - 15% Education - 15% Financial services - 15% Medical ### Clients - 50% Small Business (<$10M) - 30% Midmarket ($10M - $1B) - 20% Enterprise (>$1B) ## Pricing Snapshot Average rating for cost based on this provider's reviews: 4.8 out of 5 **What Clients Have Said** *(This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.)*: Calibrate Software is praised for their competitive pricing and good value for cost. Clients report project costs ranging from $1,000 to over $500,000, showcasing flexibility in project size and budget. They consistently meet deadlines and maintain effective communication, enhancing overall client satisfaction. **Most Common Project Size**: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 30 reviews *(Pricing information for this provider is based on reviews where the project size was available.)* ### Pricing by Service - Web Development: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 19 reviews - UX/UI Design: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 14 reviews - Web Design: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 10 reviews - Mobile App Development: $50,000 to $199,999 based on 9 reviews - Custom Software Development: $200,000 to $999,999 based on 4 reviews - Application Management & Support: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 4 reviews - Application Testing: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 3 reviews - E-Commerce Development: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 3 reviews - Other Application Development: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 2 reviews - IT Managed Services: $50,000 to $199,999 based on 1 review - Search Engine Optimization: Less than $10,000 based on 1 review - Product Design: $200,000 to $999,999 based on 1 review - Digital Strategy: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 1 review - DevOps Managed Services: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 1 review ### Packages Offered - Web Development Packages — starting at $49,000/total - Mobile App Development Packages — starting at $74,000/total ## Reviews Clutch investigates each reviewer's identity and work history. 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[Learn More](https://help.clutch.co/en/knowledge/how-clutch-verifies-reviews) ### Calibrate Software Review Insights Overall Review Rating: 4.9 - Quality: 4.9 - Schedule: 4.7 - Cost: 4.8 - Willing to Refer: 4.9 ### Top Mentions - Communicative (17 mentions) - Timely (15 mentions) - Great project management (10 mentions) - High-quality work (8 mentions) - Creative (5 mentions) - Proactive (5 mentions) - Transparent (5 mentions) - Easy to work with (4 mentions) - Exceeds expectations (4 mentions) - Professional (4 mentions) - Collaborative (3 mentions) - Detail-oriented (3 mentions) - Flexible (3 mentions) - Patient (3 mentions) - Results-oriented (3 mentions) - Well-organized projects (3 mentions) - Experienced (2 mentions) - Helpful (2 mentions) - Open to feedback (2 mentions) - Unique expertise (2 mentions) ### Review Highlights **Effective Problem Solving** Clients appreciate Calibrate Software's problem-solving skills, particularly their ability to anticipate challenges and provide thoughtful solutions. This proactive approach contributes to smooth project execution. **Positive Client Relationships** The company fosters strong relationships with clients, characterized by trust and mutual respect. Many clients express willingness to engage Calibrate Software for future projects. **Excellent Communication and Responsiveness** Calibrate Software is frequently praised for their clear and responsive communication. Clients appreciate their ability to listen to needs, provide updates, and offer solutions promptly, fostering a collaborative environment. **Collaborative Approach to Development** Calibrate Software is praised for their collaborative approach, engaging clients throughout the development process to ensure that the final product aligns with their vision and requirements. **Technical Challenges in Some Projects** A few clients mentioned technical challenges during projects, such as integration issues. However, Calibrate Software's ability to address and resolve these issues was noted as a positive aspect. **Effective Use of Technology Stack** The company effectively utilizes a range of technologies, including Figma, React, and AWS, to deliver high-quality products. Clients appreciate their technical proficiency and adaptability. **Successful Integration of Technology** Calibrate Software is adept at integrating various technologies, including APIs and third-party services, to enhance product functionality. Clients appreciate their technical expertise in this area. **Areas for Improvement in Time Management** While generally meeting timelines, some clients noted occasional delays in project delivery. Clearer communication on project timelines and managing expectations could enhance client satisfaction. **Strong Design Capabilities** Clients frequently highlight Calibrate Software's strong design capabilities, emphasizing their ability to deliver visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces that meet client specifications. **Strong Project Management Skills** Clients commend Calibrate Software for their effective project management, delivering projects on time and within budget. Their proactive communication and structured processes are frequently noted as key strengths. ### Calibrate Software Reviews #### Web & Mobile App Development for Sporting Goods Manufacturer (Featured Review) **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development, Web Development - Project size: $200,000 to $999,999 - Project length: Aug. 2021 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software was hired by a sporting goods manufacturer to design, develop, and maintain a community builder and engagement app for iOS and Android. They've also built a CMS for the client. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Digital Experiences Manager, Wilson Sporting Goods - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1,001-5,000 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Feb 25, 2022 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software goes the extra mile to deliver results that exceed expectations. They lead a seamless workflow by maintaining an effective communication cadence. Their ability to leverage their expertise into unique ideas stands out, as does their genuine commitment to the project's success. "“I really love how Calibrate Software is very passionate about the project.”" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the manager of digital experiences and engagement at Wilson Sporting Goods, a manufacturer of high-performance sports equipment, apparel, and accessories. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? We needed a company that could help us develop a mobile app. This was our company’s first mobile app project, and the original concept involved putting NFC tags in our products. We previously worked with an Ohio-based company that was supposed to white label the app for us, but it proved to be a very unsuccessful, difficult, and overall very expensive project at every turn. About nine months ago, we decided to go in a different direction with a different team and engagement driver. We wanted a company that’s based in Chicago so we could work with them closely and on-site. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? Calibrate Software has designed and developed a community builder and engagement app for iOS and Android. They’ve walked us through the whole design process and developed the app in React. Additionally, they’ve built a CMS that allows us to change the app’s content on the fly and gather data about our user base. It’s also integrated with Amazon AWS and Amazon Recognition, which is an AI image recognition service. This allows users to scan any Wilson football or basketball to unlock various pieces of content such as giveaways, stories, insider access, exclusive price drops, and tickets to events. We’re currently in a soft beta phase, and the app is now live in both the iOS App Store and the Google Play Store. We’re still working with Calibrate Software for the app’s maintenance. The next big step for our partnership is the app’s integration into a lot of Wilson's digital environments like ASP, Salesforce, and on-site POS in our new retail stores. What is the team composition? We primarily work with Kevin (CEO), our scrum master and main point of contact, and Sean (CXO), who’s in charge of the UX design and creatives. We also work with a developer and a project manager from Calibrate Software. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? We came across Calibrate Software through Clutch. How much have you invested with them? We’ve spent around $118,000 for the initial scope, and then we’ve signed them on a retainer agreement for $205,000. I’d say we’ve spent over $300,000 so far. What is the status of this engagement? We started working together in August 2021, and the engagement is ongoing. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  The app now has under a thousand users, but we don’t have any metrics outside of that yet. However, I can definitely say that I’m 100% satisfied with Calibrate Software’s work. They've gone above and beyond for us, and even though we still have a long way to go, they’ve definitely gotten us where we needed to in just a short period of time. How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? Calibrate Software has performed exceptionally well in terms of project management. Their response time is unbelievable — they consistently get back to us almost immediately. As far as the deadlines go, I think we'll get on a sprint delivery cadence now that the app’s more stable and in a full beta build.  We primarily communicate through emails, phone calls, and text messages. We use Jira to keep a log of all of our communications and ideas and for feature tracking. What did you find most impressive about them? I really love how Calibrate Software is very passionate about the project. They’ve really dived in and thought about our project from a 360-degrees standpoint, and they bring a lot of great ideas to the table, too. Are there any areas they could improve? They could do better in delivering on time and managing the deadlines and our expectations. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Come in with everything you know about your company and allow them to be creative and expand the project a little bit. But if you know exactly what you want to do, they'll get it done and then take it to the next level. --- #### Data System Dev & UX/UI Design for Hockey Association **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development, UX/UI Design - Project size: $200,000 to $999,999 - Project length: Apr. 2025 - June 2026 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software is designing and developing a data system for a hockey association. The team has designed the UX/UI, devised an engineering strategy, integrated the system with USAH, and built a CMS. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Executive Director, Amateur Hockey Association of Illinois - Industry: Non-profit - Client size: 11-50 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Jul 10, 2026 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software has met all timelines and been efficient in communication. The team has been responsive and professional, making the client feel that their project is important to them. Moreover, Calibrate Software has given the client a sense of confidence and works well with other providers. ""They're professional in their approach, yet we felt our project was very important to Calibrate Software."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the Executive Director of Amateur Hockey Association of IllinoisDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.Administer amateur hockey in the state of Illinois for USA Hockey **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Calibrate Software to accomplish?update a legacy sysemreliabilitymeet the Associations business needs **SOLUTION** How did you find Calibrate Software?ReferralWhy did you select Calibrate Software over others?High ratingsPricing fit our budgetGreat culture fitGood value for costCompany values alignedHow many teammates from Calibrate Software were assigned to this project?6-10 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.New AHAI Data System: Calibrate is developing the new AHAI data system that will be used for AHAI internal data. All data in this new system will be provided for AHAI internal use. Access and access levels will be will be authorized by AHAI approved administrators.1. UI/UX Design Strategy 2. Engineering Strategy 3. USAH Integration 3.1. Contingent upon reviewing USAH API Documentation and constraints around their API endpoints 4. CMS Build out **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?Meet all timelines and always are efficiant in communicationsDescribe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?Meet all timelines and always are efficiant and responive in communicationsWhat was your primary form of communication with Calibrate Software?Virtual MeetingWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?They're professional in their approach, yet we felt our project was very important to Calibrate Software. Gave AHAI a sense of confidence. Also ,worked well with other providers and explained tech issues in laymans terms.Are there any areas for improvement or something Calibrate Software could have done differently?None --- #### Custom Web & Mobile App Development for Sports Tech Company **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development, Mobile App Development, UX/UI Design - Project size: Confidential - Project length: Apr. 2025 - May 2026 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software developed a website and an iPad and Samsung app for a sports technology company. The team configured the hardware, tested the product for bugs, and provided branding and marketing support. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 4.5 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CEO, Sports Technology Company - Industry: Consumer products & services - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — May 27, 2026 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software successfully helped the client reach the MVP stage and start testing and piloting their product. The team delivered items on time and responded promptly to questions and requests. The client also praised the team's transparency and hardworking attitude. ""They were incredibly hardworking, transparent, and phenomenal advisers for a first-time startup like my own."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position. I am the CEO of a consumer products & services company Describe what your company does in a single sentence.Sports technology for playcalling.  **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Calibrate Software to accomplish?Website and app buildhardware configurationtech and startup stack consulting **SOLUTION** How did you find Calibrate Software?ReferralWhy did you select Calibrate Software over others?High ratingsPricing fit our budgetGreat culture fitGood value for costCompany values alignedHow many teammates from Calibrate Software were assigned to this project?6-10 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.Complete creation of websiteComplete creation of ipad appcomplete creation of samsung appcomplete hardware configuration between tablets and wearablescomplete testing of product for bug testing and confirmation of MVP successcomplete market research and analytical expert consulting for product lifeline moving forwardcomplete logo and branding stack **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?We are in the MVP stage and beginning to reach out to leagues for testing and piloting our product. They have succeeded on every benchmark to this point and continue to do so. Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?Items were on time and they promptly respond to questions and requests. I have heard from CEO and team heads on a variety of items consistently throughout this process. What was your primary form of communication with Calibrate Software?Virtual MeetingWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?They were incredibly hardworking, transparent, and phenomenal advisers for a first-time startup like my own. I would change nothing about the partnership and I would not look outside Calibrate for any of the services that they provide. Are there any areas for improvement or something Calibrate Software could have done differently?Currently, no. They have hit every benchmark and continue to do so.  --- #### Web & Web App Dev & UX/UI Design for Healthcare Software Co **The Project** - Services: Other Application Development, UX/UI Design, Web Development - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: Nov. 2024 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software provides UX/UI design strategy, interactive prototypes, web app development, backend support, CMS integration, and landing page design for a healthcare software company. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Founder, Kyn - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Nov 10, 2025 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software has delivered all project components on time and as promised, exceeding the client's expectations. The team is proactive, communicative, responsive, and collaborative. Calibrate Software provides creative solutions to challenges and is genuinely invested in the project's success. ""Their insight and experience consistently guided me away from costly pitfalls, saving both time and resources."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the Founder of KynDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.Provide education and organizational management tools for caregivers to coordinate care, communication, and a central repository for important documents.  **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Calibrate Software to accomplish?Project managementBrandingSoftware design developmentinterfacesgo to market plan **SOLUTION** How did you find Calibrate Software?ReferralWhy did you select Calibrate Software over others?High ratingsPricing fit our budgetGreat culture fitReferred to meCompany values alignedHow many teammates from Calibrate Software were assigned to this project?2-5 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.● UI/UX Design Strategy● UI/UX Design and Interactive Prototype● Web Application● Backend/Database● Landing Page● CMS (Content Management System)● QA/Support through internal alpha testing **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?The outcomes were excellent as they became partners in the development process. Working with this team was an absolute pleasure. They delivered every part of our project — from UI/UX design strategy and interactive prototypes to the web application, backend, CMS, and landing page — on time and exactly as promised.Their communication was outstanding throughout the process. They were proactive in sharing updates, gathering feedback, and helping us navigate potential pitfalls before they became issues. The project management was tight and transparent, keeping us on schedule and within scope — no surprise billing or unnecessary scope creep.What stood out most was their speed, attention to detail, and collaborative approach. They combined technical expertise with a genuine desire to ensure the product's success. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner to bring this project to life. Highly recommended!Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?The project was managed to fit my personal needs. They assigned a manager who clearly established goals and weekly or bi-weekly sometimes as needed meetings to get ahead of issues and create a streamlined process. Once they delivered the application, we went through an extensive training and performance testing. This testing allowed me to use my team to interact with the application and as we noticed user challenges Callibrate responded and quickly created fixes that were unanticipated. They were very responsive to our timeline and needs. They were professional and were very invested in our application and the success of our product. What was your primary form of communication with Calibrate Software?In-Person MeetingVirtual MeetingEmail or Messaging AppWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?The team was top-notch. From the very beginning, this team demonstrated a rare balance of professionalism, expertise, and genuine human connection. They brought not only technical excellence across UI/UX design, development, and project management, but also a level of instinct, humor, and compassion that made the entire process enjoyable and deeply collaborative.Their insight and experience consistently guided me away from costly pitfalls, saving both time and resources. They anticipated challenges before they appeared and provided thoughtful, creative solutions that elevated the final product far beyond what I originally imagined.Every interaction reflected integrity, clarity, and care. Communication was seamless, delivery was ahead of schedule, and there was never any unnecessary scope creep or surprise billing. Thanks to their professionalism and expertise, I now have a product I’m proud of — one I couldn’t have envisioned without their partnership.Highly recommend this incredible team to anyone looking for not just a service provider, but a true creative and strategic partner.Are there any areas for improvement or something Calibrate Software could have done differently?I can't think of anything at this moment, they were a wonderful group to work with.  --- #### Website Design & Dev for Vehicle Battery Manufacturer **The Project** - Services: Web Design, Web Development - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: Jan. 2024 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software has designed and developed a website for an electric vehicle battery manufacturer. The team has created the site's content, graphics, typography, and design system. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Process Engineer, StarPlus Energy - Industry: Automotive - Client size: 501-1,000 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Jun 25, 2025 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software has successfully delivered the website design, and the client is pleased with their work and responsiveness to needs. The team has a strategic approach to work and is diligent. Calibrate Software responds to obstacles with grace, and their project management is commendable. ""They really care about providing good work."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the Process Engineer of StarPlus EnergyDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.We build batteries for electric vehicles in the North American market.  **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Calibrate Software to accomplish?To build a website that attracts talent and potential customers. **SOLUTION** How did you find Calibrate Software?ReferralWhy did you select Calibrate Software over others?Close to my geographic locationPricing fit our budgetGood value for costReferred to meHow many teammates from Calibrate Software were assigned to this project?2-5 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.Scope includes designing the pages, page layouts, iconography, formatting the site content, graphics, and typography, in addition to delivering a design system. Page designs should include:Home with hero section, value proposition, and contact formAbout Us with History, mission, what we do, servicesCareers with integration to our talent management contractor.  **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?Delivery of mockup and fully demonstrated website design within timeline. Our leadership team went through a round of desired modifications and we are continuing to work with Calibrate in order to reflect the vision that our leadership team has for presenting the company digitally to our talent and customer pool. Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?Faizan and Kevin have been diligent about sticking to a timeline for both intermediate milestones and final deliverables. They've responded to any obstacles with grace and focused precision, asking how they can resolve or overcome obstacles that were environmental and unavoidable. Their approach is strategic in order to maintain timeliness of delivery. What was your primary form of communication with Calibrate Software?Virtual MeetingEmail or Messaging AppWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?Kevin's leadership, Faizan's project management, and Sean's design craftsmanship. They really care about providing good work. Are there any areas for improvement or something Calibrate Software could have done differently?I really can't think of a critique. Obstacles (eg. virtual meeting connectivity) have come from internal to the organization, not Calibrate's team.  --- #### E-Commerce Web Design & Dev for Nonprofit **The Project** - Services: E-Commerce Development, Web Design, Web Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Oct. 2024 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software has designed and developed a Shopify e-commerce website for a nonprofit organization. The client's previous website has been revamped from scratch. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CEO, Clothing Retailer - Industry: Retail - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — May 7, 2025 **Feedback Summary**: The client is highly satisfied with Calibrate Software's work. The team has exceeded the client's expectations and delivered on time and within budget. The client praises the team's professionalism, communication, and ability to provide solutions and think outside the box. "“They’ve found a way to fulfill everything I’ve asked for.”" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there.I’m the CEO of a clothing retailer.  **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software?We needed help with website development.  **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement?Calibrate Software has helped us design and develop our e-commerce website. They’ve built one from scratch and used Shopify. What is the team composition?We work with Kevin and Sean. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software?We found Calibrate Software through word of mouth. Our team chose them because of their professionalism level, quick responses, and attention to detail. How much have you invested with them?We’ve spent around $25,000. What is the status of this engagement?The engagement started in October 2024, and it’s ongoing.  **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? Calibrate Software has exceeded our expectations. How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint?They deliver on time and within budget. We communicate via phone calls, Zoom, and email. What did you find most impressive about them?Calibrate Software goes above and beyond. They communicate clearly and follow through strongly. The team thinks outside the box and provides solutions.Are there any areas they could improve?No, there aren’t any. They’ve found a way to fulfill everything I’ve asked for. Do you have any advice for potential customers?Pay them. Whatever they say, do it — it’ll be done right the first time.  --- #### Custom Application Mgmt & Maintenance for Medical Co **The Project** - Services: Application Management & Support, Web Development - Project size: $200,000 to $999,999 - Project length: Dec. 2024 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software provides ongoing support and maintenance for a medical company's custom application. The team troubleshoots issues, implements enhancements, makes changes, and manages the client's app. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CEO, Qartek - Industry: Medical - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Mar 31, 2025 **Feedback Summary**: So far, the client is pleased with Calibrate Software’s work. They keep the application running smoothly without any crashes. Moreover, they have delivered everything on time and met the client's expectations. Overall, the vendor has provided excellent customer service and is easy to work with. "“We’re impressed with their customer service.”" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there.I’m the CEO of Qartek, an LLC. We have a specific niche product in the Medicaid space. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software?We were looking for a more automated and lower-cost solution for our product. We had previously worked with another vendor who developed the application, so we needed another team to quickly get up to speed on a product they hadn’t built. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement?Calibrate Software has helped us enhance our application, which is both web-based and mobile. They’re front-facing with our client to troubleshoot, enhance, and make changes on the fly. In addition, they keep the application running and provide maintenance.Our application allows Medicaid recipients to use our service to be awarded gift cards for certain activities their Medicaid company has set them up with. If you’re a recipient and in the plan, you could get $50 or $100 for doing certain health events that the Medicaid company has prescribed for you.Our program automates this process so you can submit all your information, be qualified for it, receive the gift cards, and use them. The team helps us manage this entire process.What is the team composition?We only deal with Kevin, the CEO.How did you come to work with Calibrate Software?A board member recommended Calibrate Software to us.How much have you invested with them?We’re committed to about $150,000–$250,000 per year.What is the status of this engagement?We started working together in December 2024, and our engagement is ongoing. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?Calibrate Software has promised and delivered what we’re looking for. It’s too soon to have an in-depth review of their quality, but we’re very happy with what they’re able to do. We’ve had no problems, and we haven’t had any crashes.How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint?Everything’s been on time. My COO gets the progress reports from them.What did you find most impressive about them?We’re impressed with their customer service. The team is easy to talk to and deal with.Are there any areas they could improve?There’s nothing Calibrate Software needs to improve on. --- #### Landing Page Development & Design for Golf Products Company **The Project** - Services: Web Design, Web Development - Project size: Confidential - Project length: Dec. 2024 - Feb. 2025 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software designed and developed a landing page for a golf products company's new product launch. The team leveraged the client's creative materials, offered design suggestions, and created the page. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Digital Marketing Manager of Golf, Wilson - Industry: Consumer products & services - Client size: 1,001-5,000 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Feb 28, 2025 **Feedback Summary**: Thanks to Calibrate Software's efforts, the client tracked the traffic of their landing page and the visitors who bought their product. The team was transparent about the process and communicated any potential issues in advance. Calibrate Software was flexible, creative, and collaborative. ""We were impressed with Calibrate Software's flexibility and openness to collaborate with us."" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there.I'm the digital marketing manager for golf products at Wilson. My responsibilities include managing our website and overseeing how we present ourselves as a brand on our digital platforms. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software?We had a big product launch this year, and we wanted to offer a unique experience to our customers. However, due to our limited bandwidth, we needed to outsource the project because our internal team couldn't meet the quick turnaround time we required. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement?Calibrate Software designed and developed a landing page for our new product launch. The page was intended to provide customers with information about our product.We had a tight schedule of about two months to pull this together, and Calibrate Software was open and receptive despite the tight turnaround time. We started with a conversation to understand their capabilities and determine if they met our business needs, which they did, and then went into the development phase.Our creative team provided Calibrate Software with all the assets needed to develop the landing page, and they implemented design suggestions. They also did some post-launch enhancements.What is the team composition?We worked with two team members, including Kevin, the CEO, and Sean, another lead.How did you come to work with Calibrate Software?They were a referral. We brought the project to our internal team to see who they had previously worked with, and they recommended Calibrate Software, so we reached out to them. What is the status of this engagement?We started working with them in December 2024 and completed the project in January 2025. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?We received quite a bit of traffic from the landing page to our website. The page also helped us set up parameterized URLs to define our metrics. We could see how many visitors from the landing page came to our site to buy the product.Initially, there were some bugs, but they were so minimal that they weren't evident to the consumer. Calibrate Software communicated every potential issue beforehand and let us know when the deadline would be. They executed everything on time, so we saw no significant problems.How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint?Calibrate Software was incredible. Their team was very transparent and always wanted to work with us. They hit a rapid turnaround with the resources we had. They worked around the clock to help create this experience for us, which was truly valuable.The team communicated any issue or delay well in advance so we could work around it where needed. We set up weekly meetings, and most of our communication was through email. We also used Google Meet and phone calls if it was urgent and leveraged monday.com to follow along with the project easily.Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?Kevin and Sean were extremely valuable, helpful, and responsive.What did you find most impressive about them?We were impressed with Calibrate Software's flexibility and openness to collaborate with us. Their team was very attentive to what we were trying to achieve, and they used their creativity to help meet our goals.I loved their collaborative spirit and energy. They were very positive throughout the whole experience. Nothing was a no; it was always a conversation. I appreciate working with a team like Calibrate Software's.Are there any areas they could improve?We had such a tight turnaround. If we were to work with Calibrate Software again, we would want to ensure they had enough time to do an even better job. With more time, there would be a lot more things we could do.Do you have any advice for potential customers?When working with a creative team, always be open and precise about what you want. Calibrate Software will work around it and ensure they are collaborative. Their team wants to see your vision through, so being as detailed as possible is helpful. Just be open to the process. --- #### Web App Design & Dev for Cybersecurity Company **The Project** - Services: Other Application Development, UX/UI Design, Web Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: May 2024 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software has created the frontend of a web app for a cybersecurity company. Their work has included UI/UX design on Figma, web app development on React, and deployment support using AWS Amplify. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 4.5 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 0.0 - Willing to Refer: 4.0 **The Reviewer** Director of Product Development, DefendEdge - Industry: Information technology - Client size: 51-200 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Aug 12, 2024 **Feedback Summary**: The client is very satisfied with the product and look and feel that Calibrate Software has delivered, marking the project's success. The team has delivered on time and on budget, and they communicate well via Slack. Overall, they've done a good job and delivered quality outcomes. ""Calibrate Software's communication is top-tier, and the products they create are excellent."" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there.I'm the director of product development at DefendEdge. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software?We wanted to create a frontend web app that was seamless and intuitive for the user. We wanted users to go around the app and find everything to be seamless so that it met their expectations. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement?Calibrate Software has helped us with the UI/UX design of the frontend of a web app. In addition to the design, the team has also helped us develop this frontend using React.During our initial engagement, we talked with Calibrate Software about our expectations for them to create the frontend of an app. From there, we went through a few design meetings, during which they showed us some designs. We collaborated with them and discussed what we liked and disliked.Then, Calibrate Software went into the development process. The team has also fixed bugs and worked with us to bring the app to deployment.As for the technology stack, Calibrate Software has used Figma for the design, React for the development, GitHub for version control, and AWS Amplify for the deployment.What is the team composition?Our main point of contact is Faizan (Project Manager), but we've also worked with Joe (Partner & Technical Lead). If there are others involved, I don't know them.How did you come to work with Calibrate Software?We've been using Calibrate Software for a while now. Around 2019, we worked with them on another project.How much have you invested with them?We spent $10,000–$49,000.What is the status of this engagement?We began working with them in May 2024, and the project is ongoing. We're in the final few weeks of our engagement. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?We currently don't have any metrics on the frontend code that Calibrate Software has delivered. However, based on the look and feel that they created for this app, I consider the project to be a success; the team has done a good job.How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint?Calibrate Software has delivered on time and on budget, and they communicate very well. We use Slack to communicate.Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?I would like to give a shout-out to both Joe and Faizan.What did you find most impressive about them?Calibrate Software's communication is top-tier, and the products they create are excellent.Are there any areas they could improve?I can't think of anything they could improve on.Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?The design portion of a project is very important, so don't hold back on the design. --- #### Website Revamp for Design Agency **The Project** - Services: Web Design, Web Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Sep. 2023 - Feb. 2024 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software revamped a design agency's website to make it more dynamic and engaging by adding new features, pages, and imagery. The tech stack included Figma for design and Webflow for development. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 4.5 - Schedule: 4.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Chief Strategy Officer, WORKSHOP - Industry: Business services - Client size: 11-50 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — May 3, 2024 **Feedback Summary**: Thanks to their new website, the client noticed an increase in traffic and received very positive feedback from users, as they were very excited about the new design. Calibrate Software delivered on time and on budget. Moreover, they showcased impressive design skills and creativity. ""Calibrate Software's design capabilities and creativity were impressive. Overall, their whole team was great."" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there.I'm the chief strategy officer at WORKSHOP. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software?We wanted to elevate the look and feel of our website and make it more dynamic and engaging. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement?Calibrate Software helped us create a new company website. They basically revamped our existing website, giving it a new look and feel and adding content. Initially, we had a few conversations with them to talk about what we were hopping to achieve. From there, they created a mood board with some creative concepts, and we went back and forth on that.Once we approved the mood board, Calibrate Software started designing the website's layout and putting the content together. We developed the copy and handed it to them, and they were in charge of laying out the pages. We refined the design, and once all the pages were approved, we launched the website. As for the technology stack, they used Figma to create the designs and mood board and Webflow to develop the site.The website features four different case study pages that are very dynamic. It also has some animations and imagery.What is the team composition?Kevin (CEO) and Sean (Chief Experience Officer) were heavily involved in the project. We also worked with a project manager and 3–4 members from their development team.How did you come to work with Calibrate Software?I can't remember how we found them, but I think they were recommended to us.How much have you invested with them?We spent around $25,000.What is the status of this engagement?We worked together from September 2023–February 2024. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?Our new website hasn't been live for very long, but we've definitely seen an increase in traffic, as well as an increasing positive sentiment about our website. People are very excited about it and have provided us with really positive feedback. As for the quality of their work, Calibrate Software exceeded our expectations. The site looks great and has definitely exceeded what we hoped it would achieve.How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint?Calibrate Software definitely delivered on time and on budget and communicated well with us along the way. We felt very good about the process, the budget, and the level of communication. We communicated via email and had regular meetings over Google Meet.What did you find most impressive about them?Calibrate Software's design capabilities and creativity were impressive. Overall, their whole team was great.Are there any areas they could improve?Calibrate Software's attention to detail on the development side could improve.Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?Be very collaborative and give honest feedback. --- #### Mobile App Dev & UI/UX Design for Ed & Social Platform **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development, UX/UI Design - Project size: Confidential - Project length: July 2023 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: An educational and social platform has hired Calibrate Software for mobile application design and development. The team is creating new features and functionality for the iOS and Android app.  **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CEO & Co-Founder, RefMasters - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Dec 5, 2023 **Feedback Summary**: Since launching some of the new features Calibrate Software has created, the client has received positive external feedback. The service provider is organized and communicative in their approach. The client has been impressed with Calibrate Software’s dedication and engagement with the project.  "“Their company is genuinely interested in what we do.”" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there.I’m the CEO and co-founder of an online educational and social platform for referees to connect, improve their knowledge of the game, and develop their careers. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software?We have a mobile app that is the primary way our business grows. Our community connects with other referees and posts plays for discussion. We started building this app with another company but weren’t pleased with the development, so we brought in Calibrate Software to take over.  **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement?We came to them with an undefined idea of what we were looking for, and through a rigorous line of questioning early on in the process, they helped us dial in the scope. Calibrate Software has been responsible for making functionality improvements, cleaning up the UI, and creating some overall enhancements.  We went through a series of design sessions where they drafted up a series of UI features. We went back and forth until we were aligned and then moved on to development after that. We’ve gone through a few rounds of prototyping and a beta testing environment to prepare to launch these new features. Some of the enhancements Calibrate Software has made include direct messaging between individuals and adding a polling feature for users to include in posts. They’ve improved notifications and added shareable links so users can share content found outside the app. They’ve also created a robust search and filter function where users can find other users based on mutual interests. The app is available in the App Store and Google Play Store. What is the team composition?At most, we’ve worked with 10 people, but our core group is made up of three people, including a project manager, a technical lead, and one of the co-founders of Calibrate Software. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software?My company was working with Calibrate Software before I started working here. I believe Calibrate Software was on a shortlist initially, but we went with another company. When we weren’t thrilled with that company, we decided to move forward with Calibrate Software. What is the status of this engagement?We started working together in July 2023, and the engagement is ongoing.  **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? Despite very recently launching some of the new features, we’ve had positive external feedback. The app is more user-friendly, and, with some of these new features, we’re expecting to see growth in in our daily active user account. We are very satisfied with their development and design work and look forward to our continued engagement with Calibrate Software. How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint?Calibrate Software supplies strong communication and meets deadlines. They are highly responsive, detail-oriented, and organized. They lay things out clearly for us and are proactive. Calibrate Software uses Trello for project management and email for communication. What did you find most impressive about them?Their team has been flexible, and when things pop up, they handle them quickly. When there are changes that need to be made, large or small, they take care of them. Calibrate Software’s team understands communication and how to be a good partner. They also have very talented designers, a good QA process, and they bring in a high level of expertise. Calibrate Software does a good job of making sure that we are involved in the engagement, and their company is genuinely interested in what we do. We’re new to this arena, and they’ve done a great job helping us navigate the process. Are there any areas they could improve?We’re new to the development process and wish they had pointed out a few things in the beginning. However, this is not entirely their fault. Do you have any advice for potential customers?Be open-minded and flexible. You’re going to get the most out of Calibrate Software if you let them share some of their insight. Take advantage of all the communication you can at the beginning of the engagement to ensure that you’re aligning on the small details. They are patient, and you should use that opportunity to scope out everything thoroughly.  --- #### Mobile App Dev & Design for Recreational Sports Platform **The Project** - Services: Application Testing, Mobile App Development, UX/UI Design - Project size: Confidential - Project length: May 2023 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software has been hired to improve the design and complete the development of a recreational sports mobile application. The team is also in charge of performing QA testing. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.5 - Cost: 4.5 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** President, Big Game Sport Inc - Industry: Gaming - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Nov 13, 2023 **Feedback Summary**: The project is still ongoing, but the client is looking forward to seeing the results of their app's first release. By following a hands-on approach, Calibrate Software offers a personal touch when solving the client's problems. The team is also knowledgeable, communicative, and easy to work with. ""What we've appreciated from the onset is that their whole team is very knowledgeable and engaged with our project."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the President of Big Game Sport IncDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.We’re the premium provider of recreation sports platforms to make engaging and participating in recreational sports easier, more fun, inclusive and interactive. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Calibrate Software to accomplish?Improve the design and complete development of our platform for the commerical marketplace in short order.Quickly come up to speed on the code & platform that our initial design/dev partner had put in place. Unsatisfied with the work of our initial partner, we found Calibrate to pick-up from what they had started.Be consultative! We expressed to Calibrate that it was very important for them to bring and express their opinions to us. The experience with the first design/dev partner left us feeling we were working with a bunch of doers instead of an experienced team. Our goal was to work with a team that would enhance and improve our platform, not just do what they were told. **SOLUTION** How did you find Calibrate Software?Online SearchWhy did you select Calibrate Software over others?High ratingsGreat culture fitGood value for costCompany values alignedHow many teammates from Calibrate Software were assigned to this project?6-10 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.Transition ownership of environment & quickly come up to speed on the architecture, framework and code base from the previous developer.Access the state of the transitioned platform and develop a project plan to develop & deploy the initial commercial release.Provide consultative services to help us better understand gaps in our platforms design and usability.Provide the team to Design, Develop, Test and Support the platform.Provide budget and timeline requirements for the Product Roadmap provided. - with the Product Roadmap, the Calibrate team has specific time frames and expected budgets to work within to deliver on the expected schedule of releases. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?Project is ongoing and measurable outcome is pending as we are nearing the completion of our first deliverable and initial commercial release.Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?Calibrate is very hands on. What we've appreciated from the onset is that their whole team is very knowledgeable and engaged with our project. They know what's going on and share their candid feedback in a consultative and constructive way. As mentioned, our project is ongoing with the first initial release pending. We are confident in the team and feel our release schedules will be met with quality deliverables.What was your primary form of communication with Calibrate Software?Virtual MeetingWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?Hands-on and engaged from the top down. Consultative and knowledgeable. Shared sense of ownership. Easy to work and communicate with.Are there any areas for improvement or something Calibrate Software could have done differently?TBD - waiting to see how the first release goes. --- #### Data Validation Tool Design & Dev for E-Commerce Company **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development, UX/UI Design, Web Design, Web Development - Project size: Confidential - Project length: Feb. 2022 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software has designed and built a web-based data validation tool. The team has worked on features such as data extraction, REST APIs, data filtering, error management, and an admin management system. **Review Rating**: 4.5 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 4.5 **The Reviewer** Senior Product Manager, Headless E-Commerce Platform - Industry: eCommerce - Client size: 201-500 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Aug 4, 2023 **Feedback Summary**: The client has expressed excitement and confidence in the validation tool, thanks to Calibrate Software's work. The team manages the engagement effectively. They're proactive and communicative, ensuring that they manage timelines well. Their members collaborate seamlessly with the client's staff. ""I'm impressed with their ability to collaborate seamlessly with our team." " **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the Senior Product Manager of an e-commerce companyDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.We're a headless commerce platform purpose-built for merchandisers, operators, and developers within high-growth brands and retailers. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Calibrate Software to accomplish?Design and deliver a meaningful web-based data validation tool that meets the customer's unique use cases while integrating seamlessly into their internal data management platform.Design a passive validation tool that ingests data without disrupting any given workflow, alerting the operational team of critical errors before they cause significant damage downstream.Provide insightful analytics to the customer's management teams on data anomalies and errors. **SOLUTION** How did you find Calibrate Software?ReferralWhy did you select Calibrate Software over others?Referred to meHow many teammates from Calibrate Software were assigned to this project?2-5 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.Design, integrate, delivery, and maintain a passive validation tool that improves the operator experience by flagging and tracking errors impacting the customer's restaurant data management system, with additional rules to address pain points identified through customer stakeholder interviews. Overview Project Deliverables: Data extraction solution integrated into the customer's operator platform. Fully functional REST APIs for data exchange. Data filtering function with configurable logic and rules. Error management process flow and flagging mechanism. Admin management system with SSO capabilities. Role-based credential system. Personalized dashboards for different user roles. Database/Backend Deliverables: Data Extraction: Develop a solution to passively extract data from customers' data management systems without causing disruptions to downstream systems. REST APIs: Design and implement REST APIs for the exchange of relevant data between the enhanced system and external applications. Integration: Integrate the developed tool into the customer's existing operator platform, ensuring seamless communication and data synchronization. Front/End Deliverables: Data Filtering: Implement a data filtering function with configurable logic and rule mapping to allow users to customize data retrieval based on specific requirements. Error Management: Establish an overall process flow for identifying and flagging data errors, enabling users to manage data quality and integrity efficiently. Admin Management System: Develop an administration system with Single Sign-On (SSO) capabilities to manage user access and permissions. Role-Based Credentials: Implement role-based credentials to control access levels and functionalities based on user roles within the system. Personalized Dashboard: Create personalized dashboards for users based on their roles and permissions, displaying relevant data and metrics to enhance the decision-making process. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?The excitement from the customer's cross-functional operational team for tool usage and prospects for market expansion demonstrate an optimistic outlook for user and market adoption from the customer team.Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?Calibrate had timely and proactive communication with the customer and us, which promoted effective management of the project timeline and pushed key deliverables forward.What was your primary form of communication with Calibrate Software?Virtual MeetingEmail or Messaging AppWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?I'm impressed with their ability to collaborate seamlessly with our team and align with our company's goals as well as our customer's.Are there any areas for improvement or something Calibrate Software could have done differently?None at this time. --- #### Mobile & Web Design & Dev for Workout Platform **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development, Web Design, Web Development - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: June 2021 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software provides mobile and web design and development services for a workout platform. The tool can be used for high school gym classes. The team has updated the app and is now rebuilding it. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Founder & CEO, Workout Platform - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Jun 26, 2023 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software has enabled the client to maintain their business partnerships and operational status through a transition period. The team has delivered the product in accordance with the client's vision. Calibrate Software's UX designs stand out. They communicate well remotely and meet deadlines. ""Their customer service and communication skills make them stand out."" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there.I’m the founder of AthleticU, a mobile app and web-based software for high school physical education courses and strength and conditioning programs. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software?We needed their team’s design and development expertise. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement?Calibrate Software has kept us afloat while we waited to acquire the funding to completely rebuild our web and mobile app for iOS and Android devices. They’ve updated the current iteration of our product and managed its security; they’re now preparing to work on a full rebuild of our product.Initially, Calibrate Software walked us through what was immediately needed. We gave them all the documentation they needed. Phase one consisted of identifying pieces of the product that were about to break and needed fixing; Calibrate Software fixed those issues. During phase two, they looked at the project as a whole and looked for a long-term solution that could be built on top of the existing product. Phase three is going on now and involves us scoping the full rebuild of the product.Calibrate Software has also designed the features that we’ve added or updated. We’re starting the process of fully designing everything for the rebuild.Our product is a workout app. Teachers and coaches are able to build custom workouts and deliver them to the students; students are also able to build their own custom workouts. The app has grading features and real-time reporting on a screen that can be displayed in a classroom. There’s testing and data gathering, which are core features.What is the team composition?Kevin (CEO) is the main contact.How much have you invested with them?We’ve spent between $50,000 and $100,000.What is the status of this engagement?We started working together around June 2021, and our engagement is ongoing.How did you come to work with Calibrate Software?They were recommended to my brother by his employer’s technical staff member. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?The simplest metric is that Calibrate Software has kept us running. All the schools we work with have continued to work with us. They haven’t missed a beat while we’ve transitioned development teams.How did the company perform from a project management standpoint?Calibrate Software has been great. Everything’s been on target. For communication, we use email frequently and Google Meet.What did you find most impressive about them?Their customer service and communication skills make them stand out. Calibrate Software has listened to us and made exactly what we wanted. They’ve even provided suggestions to improve on some of our ideas.Calibrate Software is very good at UX. From design frames to the actual iteration of the app, the UX has been very good when I’ve used it.Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?Just communicate with them. Calibrate Software is really good at pulling out the things you need through regular conversations. As long as you’re clear about what you’re looking for, they’ll be able to put it together for you. --- #### Web & Mobile App Design for Wealth-Building Platform **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development, UX/UI Design, Web Design - Project size: Confidential - Project length: July 2022 - Jan. 2023 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software redesigned a web and mobile app for a wealth-building platform. The team worked on the screen layouts and iconography and reformatted the content, fonts, and graphics. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Co-Founder & CTO, Sound Advice - Industry: Financial services - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — May 17, 2023 **Feedback Summary**: The client was pleased with the outcome of the project. Calibrate Software completed the designs, managed tasks efficiently using monday.com, and communicated clearly through weekly sync-ups and emails. Overall, they were great at delivering items; customers can expect a great experience. ""Their approach to project management was refreshing and easy to work with."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the Co-Founder/CTO of Sound AdviceDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.Sound Advice is a subscription-based mobile app designed to make building wealth accessible for today’s generation. We serve young people who have been left behind in building wealth by the limitations of traditional financial institutions and expensive financial products. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Calibrate Software to accomplish?Mobile App RedesignWeb App Redesign **SOLUTION** How did you find Calibrate Software?ReferralWhy did you select Calibrate Software over others?Pricing fit our budgetGreat culture fitGood value for costHow many teammates from Calibrate Software were assigned to this project?2-5 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.The design scope includes redesigning the screen, screen layouts, iconography, reformatting the content, fonts, and graphics. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?The outcome of the project were design files that can we showcase to our investors, demo to potential clients of our application, and implement in our application.Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?I was a big fan of how they communicated when they will deliver items. We used Monday.com as a way for all of us to visualize when projects will be worked on and if they have been picked up by someone. In addition, we had weekly sync-ups that made sure we were always on top of what was being worked and what they needed our help on. The communication via email was great to me but I am sure they can adapt to anyone's communication preference.What was your primary form of communication with Calibrate Software?Virtual MeetingEmail or Messaging AppWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?I have worked with a lot of contractors and agencies in the past. Their approach to project management was refreshing and easy to work with.Are there any areas for improvement or something Calibrate Software could have done differently?I think a Slack Connection would be great especially for those one-off tasks that we need a quick response. --- #### UX/UI Design for Education Technology Company **The Project** - Services: UX/UI Design - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: Oct. 2022 - Apr. 2023 **Project Summary**: An education technology company hired Calibrate Software for UX/UI design. After a discovery phase, the team used Figma to design prototypes and created videos to walk the client through various features.  **Review Rating**: 4.0 - Quality: 4.5 - Schedule: 4.0 - Cost: 4.0 - Willing to Refer: 3.0 **The Reviewer** VP of Design, Education Technology Company - Industry: Education - Client size: 1,001-5,000 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — May 16, 2023 **Feedback Summary**: The client was impressed with the quality of work Calibrate Software provided. Though the project was not completed, the team was transparent about progress throughout the engagement. The client was impressed with the Calibrate Software’s communication and organization.  "“The prototype met our expectations from a quality perspective.”" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there.Im the VP of design for an education technology company.  **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software?We hired Calibrate Software to help participate in vision prototyping to add capacity to our team. We have a team of in-house designers working on other projects, and we wanted to get ahead on our vision for the following year. We hired Calibrate Software as a consultancy partner to help with UX/UI design prototyping.  **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement?We started with a discovery period, and we gave Calibrate Software research we had conducted that was based on our business and focus areas that we needed the prototype to cover. We hosted workshops, and Calibrate Software spoke with high-level stakeholders who provided the prototype's input and information. This process went on for about a month and a half. From there, we moved into prototyping, which took about three months. We checked in weekly to ensure we were on the same page, and they gave us updates. During these meetings, we also discussed the prioritization of features and addressed specific domain questions to help them move forward. Figma was the primary technology used, and Calibrate Software produced videos where they walked through all the features. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software?We found them on Clutch and narrowed our search down from there. Each vendor put together a proposal, and we decided to move forward with Calibrate Software based on that. How much have you invested with them?The original bid was a fixed price of about $45,000. What is the status of this engagement?We worked together between October 2022–April 2023.  **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? They provided high-quality output; the prototype met our expectations from a quality perspective. How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint?The team stayed within the original budget, but we only completed about a third of the original work that we set out to do. We spoke regularly, and they were transparent about where they were with the project. They checked in with us to ensure our priorities were aligned and made adjustments along the way. We communicated via email, and Calibrate Software consistently sent us follow-up and preparatory emails. They also organized a certain amount of time for us to review where we were in the schedule and talk about our priorities. What did you find most impressive about them?Calibrate Software provided clear communication throughout the engagement, and there was never a time when we didn’t know what was happening or the project's status. Are there any areas they could improve?We were told that the full scope of the project was doable in the time frame and budget we had set, and they couldn’t follow through on that. It was not a surprise because we had active conversations about it, but Calibrate Software had to learn a lot about our industry, and much of our engagement was focused on that. When it came down to it though, the work was not accomplished on time.Do you have any advice for potential customers?Find out if they have previous experience in your industry. That turned out to be very important, and it helps if you get a proper estimate of the time the discovery phase will take.  --- #### UI/UX Design & Web Development for Nonprofit Organization **The Project** - Services: UX/UI Design, Web Design, Web Development - Project size: Confidential - Project length: May 2022 - Apr. 2023 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software designed and developed a nonprofit organization’s website. Calibrate Software designed the site’s UI/UX and developed it using WordPress. They hosted the site on their servers. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 4.5 - Schedule: 4.0 - Cost: 4.5 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Founder & President, One Year for Earth / 1y4e - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Apr 21, 2023 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software understood and met the client’s requirements. The client received positive feedback for the site’s design and was happy with the result. Calibrate Software was tech-savvy, stayed on budget, and was responsive to the client’s changes. Calibrate Software was organized in Trello. "“Calibrate Software’s design and technical abilities impressed me the most.”" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the founder and president of a nonprofit organization.  **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? I needed to create a new website for my organization. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? Calibrate Software designed and developed our website. They designed the UI/UX, and we requested an accessible and friendly design that any person could use since we have a wide target audience. Our site had several sections and required programming abilities and tracking points. Calibrate Software created our site using WordPress and integrated several plug-ins. Our site’s goal was to provide a library of curated content about sustainability and environmental actions, facts, and history with free online resources. The site has a page with different categories you can click in. Each category has articles that users can read in detail, images, interactive questions, and links that take users to other websites with more relevant information. Our site is all about community and sharing resources.  We also have a program that users can join for free. As part of this program, users receive weekly emails inviting them to visit our portal and access a different section of our website to watch the weekly videos and interactions. When users complete our 52-week program, they receive a digital certificate, and their points represent the number of trees we plant on their behalf through a reforestation program.  Any person can join our program. One of our goals is for companies and organizations to use our website to learn about all the possible environmental best practices they can take in their workplace.  Calibrate Software just launched our site and hosted it on their servers. Calibrate Software provided us with web maintenance throughout the project to achieve the desired result. I plan to keep using their maintenance services in the future.  What is the team composition? I worked with three teammates from Calibrate Software, including the lead UI/UX designer, a web developer, and an account manager.  How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? I searched companies online but found Calibrate Software because their offices were close to ours. We chose Calibrate Software because they were tech-savvy and we liked their design portfolio. They also seemed excited about our project, and their quote fit our budget.  What is the status of this engagement? We worked with Calibrate Software from May 2022–April 2023. I plan to use Calibrate Software’s web maintenance services again. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  Our organization’s advisory board helped assess and review the site before we launched it. They were really impressed by the design and work quality that Calibrate Software put in our site. The site is easy to use and design-forward.  Calibrate Software was good at understanding our needs and developing a functional design. We were happy with the result.  How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? Calibrate Software stayed on budget. Our project’s timeline was extended, but Calibrate Software met the ultimate deadline, which was the site’s launch. Calibrate Software was also receptive and responsive to our edits during the design phase.   Calibrate Software used Trello and different tools for project management, although I didn’t use them. Calibrate Software’s team was organized, and we communicated through Google Meet and email.  What did you find most impressive about them? Calibrate Software’s design and technical abilities impressed me the most. Calibrate Software could resolve multiple problems in those two regards. Are there any areas they could improve? I know I wasn’t Calibrate Software’s biggest client. However, I was assigned only one developer, and I wish they could assign more developers to each client.  Do you have any advice for potential customers? Be as clear and thorough as possible when communicating with Calibrate Software. I have a tendency to send many emails, and I think it would’ve been better if I had been more concise and methodical in my communication. I could’ve given Calibrate Software a general list of tasks instead of doing it piece by piece.  My advice is to be as organized as possible. That way, you’ll get Calibrate Software to do anything they need.   --- #### Web Dev, Mobile App Design & Dev for Medical Staffing Co **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development, Product Design, Web Development - Project size: $200,000 to $999,999 - Project length: Apr. 2022 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software has designed and developed two mobile applications and an admin web portal for a medical staffing company. Calibrate Software has used InVision and Figma for design. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.5 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Director of Operations, Elite Medical Staffing - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 501-1,000 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Apr 14, 2023 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software has met the client’s expectations and will continue to offer maintenance services after the app’s launch. Calibrate Software has helped the client automate their scheduling process. The client is impressed with Calibrate Software’s design quality and communication abilities. "“Calibrate Software understands what we’re trying to accomplish.”" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the director of operations at Elite Medical Staffing. We’re a medical staffing company that partners with healthcare facilities. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? We needed help to automate our scheduling process by developing a mobile application for workers, another mobile app for clients, and an admin web portal. We already had an existing scheduling mobile app for our workers, but it wasn’t customized enough for our business needs. We also wanted to incorporate our clients into the scheduling process. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? Calibrate Software has designed and developed two mobile applications and a web portal for us. The apps are compatible with Android and iOS devices, and Calibrate Software used InVision to create the apps’ designs and Figma to share them with us. Calibrate Software also shared other documents with us through Google Drive.  Our apps’ main purpose is the automation of our scheduling process. A client or admin can make a scheduling request and book the medical staff they require on a certain date at a particular time. On the workers’ app, these requests translate as open opportunities that workers can request to fulfill. Workers can see the client’s location, and once they select to fulfill a request, the client can confirm it, and the appointment moves to their app’s calendar.  Calibrate Software has also developed a web portal that is a backend view of the apps, it has the same functionalities, and we can see all the clients and workers. Calibrate Software will also assist us with the app’s maintenance.  What is the team composition? We work with around 10 teammates from Calibrate Software, although only 3–4 are present on our calls. Kevin (CEO) and Sean (Chief Experience Officer) are always present at the design meetings, and we also work with a project manager and several developers. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? We looked online for many different developers who could do the job. We sent out many Requests, and Calibrate Software quickly got back to us. What impressed us the most was that they had good communication. We searched for development companies online and sent RFPs to several vendors. We got a message back from Calibrate Software within one day of contacting them. We didn’t see this with other companies that didn’t contact us back or would do it significantly delayed.  How much have you invested with them? We’ve spent $500,000 with Calibrate Software so far. What is the status of this engagement? We started working with Calibrate Software in April 2022, and the engagement is ongoing. We've launched part of the app in March 2023, and Calibrate Software is about to finish the development. We plan to enter a maintenance contract after they finish. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  Although we haven’t released the app with its complete functionalities yet, we plan to work with Calibrate Software again — that’s a good sign of their work’s quality. We really like Calibrate Software’s design quality because their designs look good, and we can tell Calibrate Software really cares about what they do. Calibrate Software understands what we’re trying to accomplish, and we’re happy with the project’s results.  Moreover, Calibrate Software has helped us automate our scheduling process and put all the pieces together because the more clients we have, the more job opportunities we can offer our workers. This project has been a learning curve because we didn’t know how long a development process takes.  How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? We’ve had transparent and honest communication since we started working together, and Calibrate Software always follows up on emails, which is really helpful. There have been times when we weren’t on the same page, but we just had a phone call to discuss things until both parties felt comfortable. We also communicate through Google Meet and text messages.  We use Trello for project management. Calibrate Software’s budget is fair compared to other companies I talked to. Calibrate Software is clear about price, and nothing is over budget. What did you find most impressive about them? I’m most impressed with Calibrate Software’s communication. Calibrate Software is good at prioritizing between phone calls and following up with written communication. Calibrate Software is also good at receiving feedback and is nice to work with.  Are there any areas they could improve? Our only challenge with Calibrate Software has been getting an accurate timeline for deliverables. However, I understand this since our software has a lot of variables and pieces that depend on each other. I know developing new technology is hard, and I just wished Calibrate Software would provide more accurate timelines. On the other hand, I think we wouldn’t get better scheduling with other companies.  Do you have any advice for potential customers? I recommend to set realistic timeline expectations with timeline and if there is a miscommunication issue, bring it up to Calibrate Software as soon as possible. I thought I was being proactive in communicating, but I wasn’t. --- #### Web Development for Nonprofit Organization **The Project** - Services: Web Development - Project size: Less than $10,000 - Project length: Aug. - Oct. 2021 **Project Summary**: A nonprofit organization hired Calibrate Software to provide web development. They created a WordPress site starting from the client's existing material. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Executive, Nonprofit Organization - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Apr 11, 2022 **Feedback Summary**: Thanks to Calibrate Software's work, the client has a functioning website that they can update according to their needs. Their responsiveness was key to a solid project management experience. The team also praised their ability to take their pre-created designs and implement them quickly. "''We now have a functioning website.''" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m an executive of a nonprofit organization. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? We wanted to create a website for our organization. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? Calibrate Software created a functioning WordPress site for us; they took our existing designs and implemented them into it. The platform is now live. What is the team composition? We worked with two members of their team, including a developer and one of their co-owners. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? I’ve known someone from their team from a previous partnership. How much have you invested in them? We spent $5,000 with them. What is the status of this engagement? We worked together from August–October 2021. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? The success of their work reflects on the fact that we now have a functioning website that we can update regularly. We’ve also received great feedback from users saying that it has a lot of information compared to our previous platform. How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? They performed well in terms of project management; they were responsive when we had any questions for them. Regarding communication, we used emails and phone calls. What did you find most impressive about them? They were quick in taking our designs and implementing them into our website. Are there any areas they could improve? I don’t think there’s anything they can improve on. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Have a clear direction on what you want from the project and your long-term goals for the website. --- #### Web & Mobile App Development for Sporting Goods Manufacturer **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development, Web Development - Project size: $200,000 to $999,999 - Project length: Aug. 2021 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software was hired by a sporting goods manufacturer to design, develop, and maintain a community builder and engagement app for iOS and Android. They've also built a CMS for the client. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Digital Experiences Manager, Wilson Sporting Goods - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1,001-5,000 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Feb 25, 2022 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software goes the extra mile to deliver results that exceed expectations. They lead a seamless workflow by maintaining an effective communication cadence. Their ability to leverage their expertise into unique ideas stands out, as does their genuine commitment to the project's success. "“I really love how Calibrate Software is very passionate about the project.”" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the manager of digital experiences and engagement at Wilson Sporting Goods, a manufacturer of high-performance sports equipment, apparel, and accessories. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? We needed a company that could help us develop a mobile app. This was our company’s first mobile app project, and the original concept involved putting NFC tags in our products. We previously worked with an Ohio-based company that was supposed to white label the app for us, but it proved to be a very unsuccessful, difficult, and overall very expensive project at every turn. About nine months ago, we decided to go in a different direction with a different team and engagement driver. We wanted a company that’s based in Chicago so we could work with them closely and on-site. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? Calibrate Software has designed and developed a community builder and engagement app for iOS and Android. They’ve walked us through the whole design process and developed the app in React. Additionally, they’ve built a CMS that allows us to change the app’s content on the fly and gather data about our user base. It’s also integrated with Amazon AWS and Amazon Recognition, which is an AI image recognition service. This allows users to scan any Wilson football or basketball to unlock various pieces of content such as giveaways, stories, insider access, exclusive price drops, and tickets to events. We’re currently in a soft beta phase, and the app is now live in both the iOS App Store and the Google Play Store. We’re still working with Calibrate Software for the app’s maintenance. The next big step for our partnership is the app’s integration into a lot of Wilson's digital environments like ASP, Salesforce, and on-site POS in our new retail stores. What is the team composition? We primarily work with Kevin (CEO), our scrum master and main point of contact, and Sean (CXO), who’s in charge of the UX design and creatives. We also work with a developer and a project manager from Calibrate Software. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? We came across Calibrate Software through Clutch. How much have you invested with them? We’ve spent around $118,000 for the initial scope, and then we’ve signed them on a retainer agreement for $205,000. I’d say we’ve spent over $300,000 so far. What is the status of this engagement? We started working together in August 2021, and the engagement is ongoing. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  The app now has under a thousand users, but we don’t have any metrics outside of that yet. However, I can definitely say that I’m 100% satisfied with Calibrate Software’s work. They've gone above and beyond for us, and even though we still have a long way to go, they’ve definitely gotten us where we needed to in just a short period of time. How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? Calibrate Software has performed exceptionally well in terms of project management. Their response time is unbelievable — they consistently get back to us almost immediately. As far as the deadlines go, I think we'll get on a sprint delivery cadence now that the app’s more stable and in a full beta build.  We primarily communicate through emails, phone calls, and text messages. We use Jira to keep a log of all of our communications and ideas and for feature tracking. What did you find most impressive about them? I really love how Calibrate Software is very passionate about the project. They’ve really dived in and thought about our project from a 360-degrees standpoint, and they bring a lot of great ideas to the table, too. Are there any areas they could improve? They could do better in delivering on time and managing the deadlines and our expectations. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Come in with everything you know about your company and allow them to be creative and expand the project a little bit. But if you know exactly what you want to do, they'll get it done and then take it to the next level. --- #### Web Design for Mobile Health & Computing Laboratory **The Project** - Services: UX/UI Design, Web Design - Project size: Less than $10,000 - Project length: June - Sep. 2021 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software revamped a mobile health laboratory’s website. The team created design templates for the website and came up with a unique theme that was applied to the entire platform.  **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Assistant Professor, University Laboratory - Industry: Education - Client size: 5,001-10,000 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Nov 12, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: The laboratory was happy with Calibrate Software’s work. The team was professional, and they stuck with the client’s budget and schedule. They also prioritized communication and customer satisfaction, allowing stakeholders to comment and leave their feedback as they designed the website.  "“They truly cared about their customers; they weren’t simply trying to get things done.”" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. We have a lab in a university, and we do research in mobile health and ubiquitous computing. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? Calibrate designed a website for me.  **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? Calibrate revamped our website with a focus on design elements. They also generated templates for us to follow and eventually embed into our academic template. While they didn’t recreate our logo, the team created a unique design: certain pixels turned on and off on the web page, showing us a theme of zeros and ones. This theme was applied throughout the entire website.  What is the team composition? I worked with Kevin (CEO) and Sean (Chief Experience Officer).  How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? I asked one of my colleagues at the university about their web designer since their website had beautiful designs. He connected me with Sean, who then connected me with Calibrate. That was the start of our engagement.  How much have you invested with them? We invested between $1,000–$1,500.  What is the status of this engagement? This project lasted from June–September 2021.  **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  We measured success by checking whether the team accomplished their tasks and went above and beyond what we wanted. We also gauged whether they were enjoyable to work with and professional. Overall, Calibrate was highly professional, and working with them was enjoyable. We had a nice experience with them.  With this feedback, we want to work with them again in the future to do our logo and a few other projects.  How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? We appreciated Calibrate’s attention to detail and creativity when it came to designing the website while thinking about the goals of our laboratory. On top of that, their ability to stick to our schedule and budget was of high quality. They even waited on content from us, so it never felt like they were behind schedule in any way; they were always ahead of the curve. If the project took longer than expected, it wasn’t their fault.  Moreover, the tools they used allowed us to comment on the website, and it was phenomenal. We could easily select parts of the site and leave comments about what we wanted to change or add. To communicate, we mainly used emails.  What did you find most impressive about them? Calibrate’s persistence stood out to me, and they were focused on customer satisfaction. They also consistently reminded me to be responsive. This way, they showed that they truly cared about their customers; they weren’t simply trying to get things done. On top of that, we could see that they enjoyed their work, and they had integrity.  Are there any areas they could improve? No, there weren’t any. They did a good job.  Do you have any advice for potential customers? Enjoy working with Calibrate. They have good management skills, so don’t worry about the tasks — they’re going to be accomplished. As long as your project and objectives are well-defined, the team will follow through.  --- #### UI/UX Design for Sports Tech Company **The Project** - Services: UX/UI Design - Project size: Confidential - Project length: Aug. - Oct. 2021 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software implemented UI/UX design revamp on a sports tech company's existing app using InVision. Two people worked on the client's project. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CFO, Klevr.ai - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Nov 4, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software successfully finished the client's UI/UX design project ahead of schedule. Thanks to them, the client would be able to further develop their app. The team was organized, responsive, and creative, which allowed them to establish a fruitful and strong partnership. ""We had a very good experience with Calibrate Software because they were very easy to work with."" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the CFO of a sports tech company that has an app dedicated to coaches, parents, and athletes. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? We hired Calibrate Software to help us with our UI/UX design needs. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? The team worked on implementing a UI facelift on our existing iOS app as well as some UX within a certain area of our platform. They worked using InVision. What is the team composition? I mainly worked with two people, including Kevin (CEO), but there were more people working behind the scenes. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? Calibrate Software’s colleague referred them so we ended up meeting Kevin a few times to let him know what we were doing. During that time, he also introduced his company. At the same time, we were talking to other companies to see who else would be interested to take on our project. In the end, Kevin’s personality stood out. We saw that he could fit well with our team and that he had a very strong vision and understanding of our product. Overall, it was a pretty decision for us to engage with Calibrate Software. What is the status of this engagement? We worked together from August–October 2021. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  They produced exceptional design work. Calibrate Software was able to give us a pretty overhaul on our system, and it was clear that we never had a good UI/UX expert until they came along. Internally, we’d still develop our app, but we expect to launch it at the end of November 2021.  How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? They finished our project ahead of schedule, and they were able to hit our target budget. They did a good job of setting expectations for the project, too. As a result, we had a very good experience with Calibrate Software because they were very easy to work with. Furthermore, throughout the process, Kevin was on top of everything. Whether it was about emails, notes from meetings, details about discussions, and project proposals — Kevin was always organized. We had weekly meetings, and there were also times we met twice a week to discuss the project’s progress. What did you find most impressive about them? There were two impressive things about Calibrate Software. Firstly, they knew how to engage with us, and they had really good and realistic ideas. Secondly, we were impressed with their design skills. In the end, what really mattered most was if they were able to create good product designs — and they were able to do that. Are there any areas they could improve? No, they had no areas to improve. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Come prepared with your ideas as well as some examples to give Calibrate Software a place to start with. After that, they’ll run with your ideas. --- #### Web App Development for Student Athletes Social Network **The Project** - Services: Application Testing, UX/UI Design, Web Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Jan. - Sep. 2021 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software developed a mobile-responsive social networking app for student athletes. They were involved in the whole project, from design to testing. **Review Rating**: 4.5 - Quality: 4.5 - Schedule: 4.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Founder & CEO, Student Athletes Social Network - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Sep 22, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software produced an app that satisfied the client’s needs, and now the client is excited about its upcoming release. The team was diligent, communicative, and responsive, and they did a great job making the client’s idea a reality. Additionally, they were very committed to the project. "“They did a great job taking my idea and making it a reality.”" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the founder and CEO of a social networking application for student athletes. Our goal is to provide a platform where these athletes can get exposure in the hopes of receiving college scholarship offers. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? We needed assistance from someone to take over our platform’s development lifecycle. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? Calibrate developed a mobile-responsive web application for us. First, we started with the design phase, and we then moved right into the development phase. They didn’t have to create wireframes because the project was already well-planned when they joined. After the development phase, we engaged in a testing phase until completion. What is the team composition? I worked with a total of three people from Calibrate, including Kevin (CEO) and a project manager. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? Calibrate was referred to me by someone whom I approached in the hopes of getting this app developed. They referred them to me because they were both local and former college athletes, so they understood my vision. How much have you invested with them? We spent somewhere between $25,000–$50,000. What is the status of this engagement? We started working together in December 2020, and Calibrate finished their work in September 2021. We’re now planning and preparing for its release on October 1st, 2021. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  Calibrate ultimately produced a product that we’re happy with, and we’re really excited about its upcoming release. Our app wasn’t easy to develop, but they were very hardworking and helped us get it across the line. Overall, they did a great job taking my idea and making it a reality. Being former athletes, they understood what I was trying to do. How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? Calibrate was diligent in their work, and they provided us with weekly updates via email. Our lines of communication were always open, and they communicated properly. Kevin did a great job keeping me updated along the way about any issues, and the project manager communicated with me weekly to let me know the status of the project. Additionally, we always jumped on a call whenever necessary. In this business, there are always delays. We missed a few deadlines, but Calibrate always gave me notice when a deadline needed to be extended. What did you find most impressive about them? Calibrate leadership’s communication was impressive. Kevin didn’t just introduce me to his team and disappear; he was intimately involved in the entire process. I could always pick up the phone or email him and have a conversation with him. Another characteristic that really stood out to me was their responsiveness. Calibrate seemed to work 24/7, and they always responded to our emails. They never had an email sitting in their inbox for longer than an hour. Are there any areas they could improve? My only criticism is that they need to improve their deadline management. I come from a space where, if I get promised a deadline, I expect it to be met. We missed a few deadlines, and they sometimes rushed to deliver something that wasn’t final, so we had to do some tweaking and bug fixing afterward. I don’t have a background in technology, but I now understand it better. I know that these situations are fairly common in this space. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Have someone internally who speaks the same language as them and understands design, UX, and development. This person will help you communicate your needs and wants effectively. --- #### Mobile App Dev for a Catholic Church & School **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: Nov. 2020 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software is developing a mobile application for a Catholic Church to appeal to the youth. They first assessed the client’s needs and ideas, and now, they’ve been guiding them through the process. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Pastor, Saint Benedict the African Parish - Industry: Education - Client size: 11-50 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Jul 27, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software is transparent and organized, and the client is now considering working with them on other projects. The team offers excellent communication, helping the client understand every step of the process. They’re also knowledgeable, patient, accomodating, and timely. "“Calibrate’s development expertise is impressive.”" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m a pastor of Saint Benedict the African Parish, a Catholic Church in Chicago. We service about 300 families, a school community, and the people living in the 60621 ZIP code. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? We were trying to increase our understanding and footprint in the technology world to appeal to the part of our population that uses technology. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? Calibrate first introduced us to app development, and they guided us through the steps of signing on with them as our developer company. Then, they organized everything and led us through all the processes required to develop our app. Once Calibrate had our concept and knew what we wanted, they provided us with different ideas and honed in our thoughts about the app. Given our lack of technological expertise, they offered a consistent way of communicating, and they learned who we were and what we were trying to do to make excellent suggestions. Then, we moved into the development and testing stages, where they've provided us with great assistance and kept us in line so that we can move forward efficiently. The app hasn’t been rolled out yet, but I know that there will be a launch stage as well. What is the team composition? We’ve constantly had two people from Calibrate involved in the project, one of which has been our guide. This person keeps both of our teams in constant communication so that there aren’t any gaps. At times, their team would increase, and we would work with 3–4 people simultaneously. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? One of our members recommended Calibrate to us. This person had developed an app with them prior to us conceiving the development of one. What is the status of this engagement? We started working together in November 2020, and we’re looking at the tail end of the project. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  Calibrate has been transparent and very organized; we’ve always understood at which stage we are. They’ve also provided us with options to chose from. The greatest feedback that I can provide is that we’re now considering Calibrate for additional projects, and they’re a favored partner for us. We’re very close to launching the app, but we want to reserve some resources for marketing. How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? Calibrate provides excellent communication and organizational skills. Given their high-level expertise, they’ve also been very patient with us. They’ve accommodated our needs at times where we need the project to move slower. Additionally, everything has been smooth and timely. What did you find most impressive about them? Calibrate’s development expertise is impressive. I didn’t even know what questions to ask, but they were very helpful in educating me about the development space. Are there any areas they could improve? I don’t know if part of Calibrate’s plan is to accommodate the gap between them and people with very little technical knowledge. They did a flawless job teaching me everything. However, I’m sure that there are more people like me, so I recommend them always to be prepared to teach the language and explain development. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Engage them with enthusiasm, be sure to assess your own ability to understand technology and development details, and acknowledge that your skill sets can be vastly different than theirs. This will help you keep the communication clear and continuous. --- #### Web Design & Custom Software Dev for Renovation Loan Company **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development, UX/UI Design, Web Design - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Dec. 2020 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software provides design and development services for a renovation loan company. They’ve built and designed the website and created the underwriting software to attract customers. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 4.5 - Schedule: 4.5 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Founder & CEO, Renfi Capital - Industry: Financial services - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Jul 22, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: The client is extremely happy with Calibrate Software’s high-quality and prompt delivery. Their team stands out for their creativity, technical ability, and willingness to go the extra mile. They’re well-organized and responsive, and they communicate effectively through emails and Google Meets. ""Their ability to visualize what the customer wants is their best asset. They can run the project and deliver."" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. My company is called Renfi Capital. We give out home renovation loans to people, and we’ve come up with a platform that allows customers to submit an application in under three minutes and get approval within 15 minutes. Then, we find them within 72 hours. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? They did two things. First, they designed the website, and then they created the underwriting module. In summary, they built both of the softwares to underwrite loans. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? Calibrate has created the UX/UI designs and everything else for the landing page to capture the customer’s interest enough to click on an application. They’ve also physically designed the application, which consists of nine questions. We did it to get the smallest amount of information we need to go ahead and underwrite loans in less than 15 minutes. In the backend, they’ve built us an underwriting platform. It’s a queue that provides us certain data, and they’ve connected it to three different providers to underwrite our loans. Then, it also allows us to approve or decline customers directly from the platform and send them an email with an immediate response. For development, we had phases. Initially, we had a bunch of meetings with them so they’d understand what we were looking for. Then, we started designing for approval. The last phase was creating the actual software, connecting it to the third-party vendors, and ensuring it all worked with all the calculations and things we needed. We gave them the third-party software they had to integrate, and they used WordPress from their side. What is the team composition? We work with six people in total. The chief of design is the one who physically designed the look, feel, and operation of the website. The project manager coordinates him and the developers, and the chief of development runs the development team and all the tests. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? My brother lives in Chicago, and he worked in a family office for investments. He knew Kevin (CEO) through an investment. When I talked to my brother, I mentioned I was looking for somebody, and he highly recommended Kevin. How much have you invested with them? We’ve spent roughly $50,000 CAD (approximately $40,000 USD). What is the status of this engagement? We started working together in the summer and signed in December 2020. We have different environments, and they’re still managing those, so we’re still working with Calibrate. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What was the scope of their involvement? Calibrate has created the UX/UI designs and everything else for the landing page to capture the customer’s interest enough to click on an application. They’ve also physically designed the application, which consists of nine questions. We did it to get the smallest amount of information we need to go ahead and underwrite loans in less than 15 minutes. In the backend, they’ve built us an underwriting platform. It’s a queue that provides us certain data, and they’ve connected it to three different providers to underwrite our loans. Then, it also allows us to approve or decline customers directly from the platform and send them an email with an immediate response. For development, we had phases. Initially, we had a bunch of meetings with them so they’d understand what we were looking for. Then, we started designing for approval. The last phase was creating the actual software, connecting it to the third-party vendors, and ensuring it all worked with all the calculations and things we needed. We gave them the third-party software they had to integrate, and they used WordPress from their side. What is the team composition? We work with six people in total. The chief of design is the one who physically designed the look, feel, and operation of the website. The project manager coordinates him and the developers, and the chief of development runs the development team and all the tests. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? My brother lives in Chicago, and he worked in a family office for investments. He knew Kevin (CEO) through an investment. When I talked to my brother, I mentioned I was looking for somebody, and he highly recommended Kevin. How much have you invested with them? We’ve spent roughly $50,000 CAD (approximately $40,000 USD). What is the status of this engagement? We started working together in the summer and signed in December 2020. We have different environments, and they’re still managing those, so we’re still working with Calibrate. --- #### Web Dev, Design, & Content Strategy for Hospice Provider **The Project** - Services: Digital Strategy, Web Design, Web Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Jan. 2020 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software developed and designed a new website for a hospice and palliative care provider. They continue to provide ongoing development support.  **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 4.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CEO, Apex Hospice and Palliative Care Inc. - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 11-50 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Oct 7, 2020 **Feedback Summary**: The team at Calibrate Software provided excellent customer service and innovative solutions to the client. They make adjustments as needed in order to maximize incoming web traffic. Customers can expect a communicative and proficient team.  ""Their communication is exceptional." " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the CEO of a hospice and palliative care provider.  **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? We hired them for website development services. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? At the time, we had a very outdated website. Calibrate Software developed a new website for us from scratch. This included web design and content strategy.  What is the team composition? I worked with two people, but Kevin (Principal) was my main point of contact.  How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? Kevin’s mother is a business acquaintance of mine because she also works in healthcare. She mentioned that her son did web development, so I decided to contact them.  How much have you invested with them? We’ve spent around $10,000–$25,000.  What is the status of this engagement? We started working together at the beginning of 2020, and our work is ongoing.  **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  We have a lot of people visiting the site. They guided us in order to maximize our engagement.  How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? Their communication is exceptional. They’re very proficient in what our company does because they took the time to do some background research. They met every deadline.  What did you find most impressive about them? They’re very innovative and keep up with the latest trends and technologies.  Are there any areas they could improve? No, I can’t think of any area that needs improvement.  Do you have any advice for potential customers? Be prepared to engage with them. You’re not going to get the quality you want if you don’t work collaboratively with them.  --- #### Web Dev & Design Rework for Residential Design Build Firm **The Project** - Services: Search Engine Optimization, UX/UI Design, Web Development - Project size: Less than $10,000 - Project length: Nov. 2019 - Apr. 2020 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software replaced an existing website with a more responsive solution. They also implemented video hosting capabilities, leading to improved SEO.  **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.5 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Founder & President, Residential Design Build Firm - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Oct 7, 2020 **Feedback Summary**: The client is pleased that the technical modifications have led to a more intuitive UI. They praise Calibrate Software for their professional management, knowledge of different platforms, and creativity. Future clients will encounter a partner that delivers a custom website tailored to the client.  ""The ability to allow our website to be unique to what we wanted was great."  " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there.  We’re a residential design build firm. Mostly, our work is done in the North Shore-area of Chicago. I’m the founder and president.   **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software?   We needed to create a new website that was more responsive than our existing website.   **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement?  They provided both development and design work, as well as new features. One such feature was video integration onto the home screen and in other areas. This will help with our findability and SEO. They also developed a more intuitive way for the users to access our online portfolio.   What is the team composition?  I worked with two people: Kevin (Co-Founder & CEO) and Sean. Sean handled the hands-on website design and coding, and Kevin managed the business development side.   How did you come to work with Calibrate Software?  I’ve known Kevin from other businesses. He’s a very professional and conscientious person and had always spoken highly of Sean and their abilities. It seemed like a good fit.   How much have you invested with them?  We spent between $7,000–$10,000 with them.   What is the status of this engagement?  We worked with them from November 2019 until April 2020.   **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?   We don’t have metrics yet, as the site hasn’t launched but that’s not their fault. In terms of working with them, we probably ran them around a little bit. We’re in a visual business, and they were very good at taking the vision we communicated and finding a way to make it work. They’re very creative and resourceful in that way.   How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint?  They did a good job with this. The management was very professional, with them providing status reports after meetings or at key dates that revolved around decision making. Kevin kept everyone on track.   For communication, we used a combination of emails and in-person meetings; this was pre-COVID. They would also send a link to a test site so we’d be able to see things at the very end.   What did you find most impressive about them?  Their knowledge of different platforms they can work on stands out. There’s a lot of add-ins and sub-programs–different ways to create effects within a website—and their knowledge of those was very strong. The ability to allow our website to be unique to what we wanted was great. They didn’t give us a template to fill in.   Are there any areas they could improve?  Like in the building industry, sometimes things take two months when you thought they were going to take one month. It’s difficult to manage expectations, as they don’t know what I’m going to ask for, but if there’s an area to improve in, it’s communication and managing expectations of delivery dates. That’s the same for any company.   Do you have any advice for potential customers?  Have as clear of an idea as you can, at the beginning, of what your goals are and what you want. For web design projects, you can lower the costs and shorten the experience by having as much of your homework done before you launch. Otherwise, make sure they’re asking the right questions to draw out those things they need to move efficiently.   --- #### Mobile App Dev & Web App Management for Journaling Platform **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development, Mobile App Development, UX/UI Design - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: Nov. 2019 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: After a previous vendor failed to deliver, Calibrate Software inherited the project and redeveloped the idea. They’ve produced an iOS and Android app that helps parents save key moments with their children. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Founder, Legacy of Love - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Sep 18, 2020 **Feedback Summary**: The product functions as expected, which speaks to the quality of Calibrate Software’s work. Their team understands how to think through an idea, pushing a concept to explore potential future versions and identify areas for improvement. What’s more, they’re exceptionally responsive and well-managed. "“Their responsiveness is a big part of why I like working with them.” " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the founder of a parent-child journaling app that helps parents capture key moments with their children in a secure place.  **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? I had to fire the initial tech team that built my app because we were running into all kinds of technical challenges. So, I approached Calibrate Software to take over development and complete the project.  **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement?  Calibrate Software is getting my project back on track. The solution originally consisted of web and mobile versions. But, after maintaining the web app for some time, we realized that the management was too complex for our small startup and decided to bench it.  Their team is now developing our product for iOS and Android. They’ve provided a bunch of design work for us, coming up with some great creative ideas. What is the team composition?  I work directly with Kevin (CEO) and Sean (Designer).  How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? A peer of mine had used Calibrate Software for a small project and was happy with the results. Out of all of the teams that I interviewed, their responsiveness and attentiveness stood out the most. I was also drawn to some of their past projects as well as their principals’ backgrounds. How much have you invested with them? To date, it’s been under $200,000. What is the status of this engagement? I started working with them in November 2019, and we’re still working today. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? I measure their success by looking at the work that they put out. If it functions as intended and we’re getting good user feedback, then I’m satisfied. How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? Calibrate Software is always on top of my needs and constantly communicate. Compared to the first development team I worked with, they’re much more responsive. That means a lot to me, especially when a project ends up taking longer than expected.  We use a shared Trello board to see where we are in our sprints. I get notifications when a task moves from one stage to the next, which lets me and my team to jump in and test what’s happening. What did you find most impressive about them? Not to go back to this ad nauseam, but their responsiveness is a big part of why I like working with them. I might send a text message or an email and get responses soon after. They’ll even respond on weekends sometimes if I’ve got a technical issue with my program.  Besides that, they’re creative in thinking through ideas. The team iterates through future versions of what we could do or include, coming up with different ways to improve our app. In that sense, they’re more like a team member than a contractor. Are there any areas they could improve? As the founder of a startup, I always wish that things were moving faster than they are. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Looking back at my own journey, I’ve found that it’s really important to map out the way your programs and processes are supposed to work. That includes the analytics. What data are you tracking and how are you going to track it?  You’ll want that data reported upfront so that you’re not trying to tie your product back into it later. Understanding the data behind our user journey has been an ongoing challenge for us. --- #### E-Commerce Site Dev & Mobile App Dev for AI Art App **The Project** - Services: Application Management & Support, E-Commerce Development, Mobile App Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Jan. 2017 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software created a new interface for a mobile app, using original code and enhancing the UX. Their team also built an e-commerce site and currently maintain and manage it.  **Review Rating**: 4.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CFO, Pikazo - Industry: Arts, entertainment & music - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Sep 3, 2020 **Feedback Summary**: The work delivered by Calibrate Software meets the client’s expectations, keeping them satisfied with the ongoing maintenance and price point. They are a transparent team and bring a strong level of foresight, proactively solving issues and adapting to project needs.  ""Their team goes above and beyond and their honesty stands out." " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the CFO of Pikazo, an art app that I invented. It does AI art merging of images, taking a style and subject and merging them together using our algorithm. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? We were moving from a previous service provider, so we hired them to enhance our app and create an e-commerce site for us. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? They integrated the original code and created a new interface and UX for the mobile app. They also created the e-commerce site from scratch for us.  What is the team composition? We work with three people from their team, including the CFO, and CTO. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? I followed a referral from my lawyer to use Calibrate Software. I interviewed a couple of people, but their team checked off a lot of the boxes for me.  How much have you invested with them? We’ve spent roughly $25,000–$30,000. They’ve been very cooperative with a rolling fee based on performance.  What is the status of this engagement? We starting consulting with them in January 2017 and our engagement is ongoing because they continue to maintain and manage the work.  **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  Their work meets my expectations. They hit every timeline.  How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? They were great to work with. They interface with their other programmers and when we need changes, we discuss it.  What did you find most impressive about them? Their team goes above and beyond and their honesty stands out. They put forth the proper effort and are honest about their work. Technology is a tricky thing and there can be a domino effect, and they’ve been very diligent about working through any problems and anticipating them.  Are there any areas they could improve? We can all do better and take more responsibility for doing things better, but nothing stands out and I get what I pay for.  Do you have any advice for potential customers? Just be clear about the quote and break it up clearly for them.  --- #### Mobile App & Landing Page Development for Tech Company **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development, UX/UI Design, Web Development - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: July 2019 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software developed a mobile app for iOS and Android. It’s a GIF-based communication app that connects users with other people. The team also created a landing page for the solution. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Owner, Innovative X-Treme LLC - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Aug 24, 2020 **Feedback Summary**: The final product performed to expectations, and Calibrate Software continues to provide support. The team has inspired a high level of trust with the client. They draw on their expertise to transform concepts into executable ideas, finding solutions to any potential blind spots. "“I leaned on them to guide me throughout our discussions. It meant a lot that I could trust them.” " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the CEO of a technology company called Innovation X-Treme LLC. Our product is a mobile app called GIFgram. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? I needed a partner that could develop GIFgram for IOS and Android. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement?  Calibrate Software built GIFgram, which is a mobile app that allows individuals to connect and communicate with other users. During our alpha phase, I decided to expand the engagement to develop a landing page. What is the team composition?  I’ve worked with about four individuals: 1–2 direct contacts, and the remaining helped out during development and beta testing. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? One of my vendors used Calibrate Software to develop his app and gave me their information. After I reached out, they kept following up again and again. I thought if they were that persistent, I should at least talk with them.  I met two of their reps for a conversation and really enjoyed how they said they would proceed with my app. Then it all went from there.  How much have you invested with them? I’ve spent between $50,000–$100,000. What is the status of this engagement? We started in July 2019 and completed the project in about eight months. Now, they provide maintenance to my app and site. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? The overall product performed well, and I’m pleased with the job. Because I’m not tech-savvy from a development standpoint, I leaned on them to guide me throughout our discussions. It meant a lot that I could trust them. In the end, they did what they said they would — that’s why I’m still working with them. How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? The team is extremely engaging. We have regular communication through email, and I appreciate that they work with my schedule. I have a day job, so I had to do a lot of work for GIFgram at night. By accommodating that, they’ve made the process easy for me. What did you find most impressive about them? I could tell that they were genuinely in pursuit of excellence. When we first sat down, I only had a general concept in mind with a few specifics. Calibrate Software helped me craft my idea into a doable project and quickly flesh out any blind spots. Ultimately, this led to a solid product.  Are there any areas they could improve? No, they’ve actually been the ones to teach me. We still have discussions where I learn a lot from them. Do you have any advice for potential customers? One of the things I’ve struggled with as an individual has been giving up control so that I could accept the opinions of others. Calibrate Software had some good ideas, and we ended up going with many of those. They were able to get me to see things differently to shine some light on my blind spots. --- #### Code Audit & Design Optimization for Education App **The Project** - Services: Application Management & Support, Application Testing, Mobile App Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: July 2019 - Sep. 2020 **Project Summary**: Starting their collaboration with an MVP code audit, Calibrate Software created and executed an action plan for a fully-functioning final app for an emerging ed-tech company. They reconstructed the frontend. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Co-Founder, Experiential Education Platform - Industry: Education - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Aug 21, 2020 **Feedback Summary**: The quality of the final application impressed the internal staff, who praises it for its usability, speed, and professional look and feel. The team was thorough in their audit and optimistically recommended areas for improvement. Once communication was eased by Trello, project management was solid. ""They believed in our mission and provided us with a beautiful app in a cost-effective manner." " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. My business partner and I founded a company that’s centered around a tech platform that digitizes mandated teaching standards revolving around team building and experiential education. Our dream was to make their activities easy to discover and organize within an app.  I have a background in wilderness-related leadership teaching and team building and my partner was more experienced working with public schools. We met in grad school and decided to collaborate on this app.   **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? We engaged them after collaborating with another group in Chile on an MVP. After we took the MVP to a conference, we received support from a large-scale nonprofit organization that had the same goals that we did for underfunded schools and educators. By then, our development partner could no longer keep up with our deadlines, so we hired their team to build the app based on the MVP. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? They conducted an initial code audit to check up on the current state of the MVP. Following that, we began negotiations surrounding how we could create a fully-fledged application from the existing MVP. Once they developed the scope of work, they recreated our app using the backend infrastructure created by our previous MVP partner. They redid the frontend as well. We’ve been working with them on the app for about a year and a half.  What is the team composition? I collaborate with Kevin (Co-Founder) and Sean (Digital Strategy Director). We don’t interface directly with the developers.  How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? My business partner had a connection with one of their founders.  How much have you invested with them? We’ve spent about $48,000. What is the status of this engagement? We began collaborating in the summer of 2019, and our relationship is ongoing. The project will be complete in September 2020. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? We were very happy with their thorough code audit. They spent time with us to point out areas for improvement without taking a negative outlook on our situation. He maintained confidence in our situation and got a solution to us at an affordable price. They believed in our mission and provided us with a beautiful app in a cost-effective manner.   How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? We used Trello for project management. It took us a little while to get into a groove with our communication. Being able to track development and testing through project management boards was very helpful. We don’t have a ton of in-house tech experience and needed a bit of handholding. They found a way to make that work. Deadlines were missed when we weren’t able to clearly articulate our needs or expectations.   What did you find most impressive about them? Our app is gorgeous, professional, smooth, and fast. It makes me happy every time I open it.  Are there any areas they could improve? There could have been more communication surrounding timelines. Sometimes, we thought we were asking for something simple when it was actually very complicated. At the beginning of our collaboration, this happened a few times. By the end of the engagement, we figured out how to best communicate.  Do you have any advice for potential customers? It’s worth investing time in clarifying your vision and expectations. They were always agreeable and excited about the project. Take some time to make sure everyone is on the same page about your vision. --- #### Web Development & Design Overhaul for Park Vendor Platform **The Project** - Services: UX/UI Design, Web Design, Web Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Mar. 2019 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software provided web design and development services to a concessions management LLC. Their team revamped the site’s structure and content and added an application and other features. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** General Manager, Park Concession Management - Industry: Government - Client size: 1,001-5,000 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Aug 7, 2020 **Feedback Summary**: The work delivered by Calibrate Software has received highly positive feedback form users so far and generated an increase in applications to the client. Their team was communicative and hardworking at all times, demonstrating a commitment to the project’s long-term success. "“They followed through on all of their projected deadlines for every task that we assigned to them.” " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the general manager of an LLC with CBRE and a restaurant group as the members, CBRE on the real estate side and the restaurant on the food service side. We manage the concession program for the Chicago park district. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate Software? We had an old, really terrible website that I had inherited, and its primary purpose was to distribute an application for the concession program. I realized that we needed more modern ways of doing things, including the website. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? They dove in from the beginning on a bunch of different improvements to the site that we needed, including improving site speed and page organization, as well as optimization for mobile devices. From there, we completely revamped the online application process to make it automated and simple, as well as colorful and attractive to help reduce people’s hesitations about the process. What is the team composition? We worked with three members of their team on the project, including Kevin (Co-Founder & CEO) and two of his principal developers. How did you come to work with Calibrate Software? I met the folks from Calibrate software by chance when Kevin was looking for information on the concession program. When I heard about what they could do it sounded like the perfect solution to my problem. They put together a scope of work that was competitive, and in the process, we established a great rapport, so I decided to move forward with them. How much have you invested with them? The total cost of the work has been close to $20,000. What is the status of this engagement? We first started talking in late 2018, but the project officially began around March 2019 and is currently ongoing. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? There are still a lot of features I would like to add to the site, but they have been absolutely instrumental to all of the progress that we have made on the site so far. They’ve added live weather monitoring to the site, as well as the backend infrastructure necessary to add the kinds of webcam or reservation features that I would like to have in the future. Since the new form launched, we’ve been getting a lot of new applications to the program, which makes me think that the process we implemented really improved the overall accessibility of that form. We’ve also seen an increase in visitors, but I would like to continue that trend and also improve our tracking capabilities so that we can see those numbers more accurately and find out where they’re going and how much time they spend on the pages as well. How did Calibrate Software perform from a project management standpoint? They do a really good job managing our communication and timelines throughout the work. Their team would send me notes after every call, including any outstanding items on both their and my side so that it was very clear what the next steps were for everyone involved. Progress was always tracked very accurately, and they followed through on all of their projected deadlines for every task that we assigned to them. Most of our communication occurred over email and telephone, as well as video calls and screen sharing when we communicated about specific features or designs. What did you find most impressive about them? I really appreciated the work they put in to understand our business. We don’t sell from our website, and the individual concessions handle their own marketing and everything. Their ability to look at that and not just take a cookie-cutter approach that wouldn’t have fit our needs as well as what they came up with in the end was something I really appreciated. Are there any areas they could improve? For this project, I don’t have anything I wish had gone differently. They gave me exactly what I asked for and delivered it on budget, on time, and with excellent response time to any requests I ever had. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Understand that you are not the expert but take the time to communicate your needs so that they can then clarify your vision into a tangible product that accomplishes your goals. --- #### Mobile App Dev for Recreational Lifestyle Company **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: Sep. 2018 - Mar. 2019 **Project Summary**: Calibrate developed Android and iOS gaming and advertising applications for the cannabis industry. They created all of the UI/UX designs, implemented payment integrations, and introduced special features. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Co-Founder, MJ.com & 420 Trivia - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Apr 26, 2019 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate met all deadlines and successfully delivered a practical application that has received promising feedback from industry executives about the product’s marketability. The team’s design abilities are a particular strength, and their responsiveness adds another level of customer service. ""We didn’t have to go back and forth on the app’s design because they nailed it on the first try." " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I am a co-founder of 420 Trivia and MJ.com. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Calibrate? My co-founders and I wanted to introduce an advertising platform for the cannabis space because the industry is so heavily regulated on social media and in other traditional forms of advertising. We engaged Calibrate to develop our application—called 420 Trivia. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? When we first met with Calibrate, we only had the initial concept, so we relied on their team to fill in the technical gaps. Calibrate made all of the UI/UX designs from scratch. They came up with three different versions, and we tweaked our favorite until we arrived at our final design. Once the design was in place, Calibrate developed Android and iOS versions. Our application offers several games that allow users to win money and prizes. Calibrate was instrumental in determining how we could create interactive, live games and non-live games. Similarly, they configured the application so that it did not kick users out or experience lag time when many users are on the app at once—a problem that has plagued other trivia and game apps. One feature we are particularly excited about is a VIP game room where users can pay to play in games hosted by celebrities. In those cases, we cap the number of winners at anywhere from 3–10 depending on the number of entries. Unlike other trivia games that have thousands of winners earn small amounts of money, for example, we wanted to ensure that our winners received much larger sums. We leaned on Calibrate’s experience to determine how we could do that, not only from a legal standpoint but also from a payment transaction perspective. To facilitate payments through the app, Calibrate included integrations with PayPal and other methods. What is the team composition? I had two primary points of contact. How did you come to work with Calibrate? I learned of Calibrate through a recommendation from another member of the Young Entrepreneur Council I participate in. I arranged a meeting with Calibrate’s team and was impressed by how quickly they could come up with solutions. How much have you invested with them? We spent between $80,000–$95,000. What is the status of this engagement? Our engagement spanned September 2018–March 2019. The project is complete, but we haven’t launched yet because we have recently introduced MJ.com. We want a one- or two-month focus on the website before we launch the application. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? We’ve received feedback from executives in various industries that our product will have value and relevance among musical artists and cannabis brands.   How did Calibrate perform from a project management standpoint? Their team was available at all hours. In fact, because they have been so responsive, we've asked them to maintain our servers. During the development process, we received weekly reports that updated every line item of the project and predicted times to complete each task. What did you find most impressive about them? We didn’t have to go back and forth on the app’s design because they nailed it on the first try. They delivered exactly what we envisioned and discussed. That was pretty impressive because I’ve known the design process to sometimes take 6–8 weeks. Are there any areas they could improve? As their team grows, I’m hopeful that they can add more resources to their staff. There were times when we hoped to expedite certain pieces of the program, but they didn’t have enough available people to do so. That said, Calibrate still met all of the deadlines we agreed to. Do you have any advice for potential customers? I’m well aware that there are less expensive vendors, but, in my experience, those companies end up costing more in the long run because of all the changes that will need to be made. Calibrate is not only worth the money, but the price they quote you at is the price you’re going to pay for the whole project to be completed the way you want it. --- #### IT Services for HealthTech Company **The Project** - Services: Application Management & Support, Application Testing, IT Managed Services - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: Jan. 2024 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software provides IT services for a healthtech company. The team has integrated APIs, uploaded data, and created reports. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** COO, Qartek, LLC - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — May 10, 2025 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software has successfully transitioned the client's online portal and continues to provide an effective program for end customers. The team is efficient, prompt, proactive, and communicative. Calibrate Software meets and exceeds timelines. ""They have very efficient and prompt responses."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the COO of Qartek, LLCDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.Member engagement through multiple modes of communication **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Calibrate Software to accomplish?To operate the IT portion of the companySeamless transition **SOLUTION** How did you find Calibrate Software?ReferralWhy did you select Calibrate Software over others?High ratingsClose to my geographic locationPricing fit our budgetGreat culture fitGood value for costReferred to meCompany values alignedHow many teammates from Calibrate Software were assigned to this project?2-5 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.To seamlessly tranistion and operate an online portal, API integration, data upload and reports.  **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?Seamless transition and ongoing successful program for clients. Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?They have very efficient and prompt responses.What was your primary form of communication with Calibrate Software?Virtual MeetingEmail or Messaging AppWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?Great proactive approach and comunicates effectively and meets or exceeds all timelines. Are there any areas for improvement or something Calibrate Software could have done differently?Not at this time  --- #### MVP Web App Design & Dev for Cybersecurity Marketplace **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development, UX/UI Design, Web Development - Project size: $200,000 to $999,999 - Project length: Oct. 2022 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software has designed and developed a web application's MVP for a cybersecurity marketplace. The team has delivered a clickable prototype and provided support during the prototype's market validation. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CEO, Zalow - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Dec 5, 2023 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software has delivered the client's web application beta version and showcased impressive expertise. The team is adaptable and flexible bringing together the needed resources. Calibrate Software has excellent project management and provides weekly updates through status meetings. ""They're adaptable and flexible and bring together all the resources needed to create and build a software solution."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the CEO of ZalowDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.We're a cybersecurity vertical talent marketplace for businesses to more efficiently access the best technology talent and solutions. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Calibrate Software to accomplish?Design our brand and solution.Create a clickable prototypeDevelop a functional beta web app that demonstrates our core capabilities. **SOLUTION** How did you find Calibrate Software?Online SearchWhy did you select Calibrate Software over others?High ratingsPricing fit our budgetGreat culture fitCompany values alignedHow many teammates from Calibrate Software were assigned to this project?6-10 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.Design and build a functional Minimally Valuable Product of the Zalow Freelancer Marketplace for Cybersecurity. Provide operational and development support during the prototype market validation. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?Completion of a brand and design guide, clickable prototype, and beta web app.Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?Excellent project management and communication updates every week and ad hoc when needed. Weekly governance and status meetings. Mostly delivered on time when scope did not increase or deviate. The overall project has taken 50% longer than originally anticipated. Still, it's understandable when building a new application from an idea to a product requirements document, design, front and back-end development, and finally through UAT and QA. They were always very responsive to our needs and requests.What was your primary form of communication with Calibrate Software?Virtual MeetingEmail or Messaging AppWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?The owners are engaged and demonstrate how much they care about your success. They are personally experienced with creating startups and understand the various needs of their customers along the journey. They're adaptable and flexible and bring together all the resources needed to create and build a software solution.Are there any areas for improvement or something Calibrate Software could have done differently?It's important to manage expectations early and often on budget and timelines. We stumbled on this early on, but through transparent and constructive conversations we were able to create a great ongoing process. --- #### E-Commerce Dev for Jewelry Retailer **The Project** - Services: E-Commerce Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Aug. - Oct. 2023 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software developed an e-commerce website for a jewelry retailer. The team created a carousel image feature and built functionalities for order fulfillment and pre-order options. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Owner, Jewelry Retailer - Industry: Retail - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Oct 19, 2023 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software swiftly delivered the website in a manner that exceeded the pre-established project goals. They ensured excellent project management and promoted stellar communication. Their teamwork, patience, support, and client-oriented approach were hallmarks of their work. ""They delivered everything on time and ensured excellent communication."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the Owner of an ecommerce companyDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.Jewelry design and online retail platform **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Calibrate Software to accomplish?Create a website **SOLUTION** How did you find Calibrate Software?ReferralWhy did you select Calibrate Software over others?Close to my geographic locationGood value for costReferred to meHow many teammates from Calibrate Software were assigned to this project?2-5 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.Create a website for jewelry designer primary object9ve was accomodating retail sales and order fulfillment including custom and pre-order options Build in carousel image features that client canupdate easily to spotlight new and future collections **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?creation of website and development to meet original and evolving goalsDescribe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?Great project managers. All objectives were met or exceeded and the team was able to pivot when new needs arose. They delivered everything on time and ensured excellent communication.What was your primary form of communication with Calibrate Software?Virtual MeetingWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?Great teamwork, excellent communication, and I really appreciated their patience as I had a lot to learn and needed a good deal of help along the way. They never made me feel like a pest, and always took the time to ensure I was happy with the product and the communication from their team.Are there any areas for improvement or something Calibrate Software could have done differently?None --- #### Web Design & Development for Retail Marketing Company **The Project** - Services: DevOps Managed Services, UX/UI Design, Web Design, Web Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Oct. 2022 - Oct. 2023 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software designed and developed a website for a retail marketing company. The team was responsible for creating a responsive site for desktop and mobile as well as providing branding outreach. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.5 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Founder, LiveLaunch - Industry: Retail - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Oct 6, 2023 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software delivered a website that looked great and met the client's expectations. The team responded quickly to ideas and requests. Calibrate Software added services throughout the project and was focused on delivering their product, being responsive through email and in-person meetings. ""I was impressed by their quick reaction to ideas and requests."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the founder of LiveLaunchDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.Online Retail marketing in the real world **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Calibrate Software to accomplish?Reach brands to gain interest in the upcoming projectGet customers acquainted with the concept **SOLUTION** How did you find Calibrate Software?Personal contactWhy did you select Calibrate Software over others?Close to my geographic locationPricing fit our budgetGood value for costCompany values alignedHow many teammates from Calibrate Software were assigned to this project?2-5 EmployeesDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.Design website for desktop and mobile as well as advise the best strategies to make the website attract partners and clients. Also helped with sourcing logos, signatures etc. related to brand outreach **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?Early to say but outreach has now commenced and the website looks great.Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?Added many services along the way, many passed through at cost, they are focused on delivering their product and will incorporate any necessary outside services to make sure their product (the website) is done rightWhat was your primary form of communication with Calibrate Software?In-Person MeetingEmail or Messaging AppWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?I was impressed by their quick reaction to ideas and requests.Are there any areas for improvement or something Calibrate Software could have done differently?As they grow, they will have their outside vendors more available by knowing what each project will take and that scope will be more understood --- #### Web Dev for Mortgage Firm **The Project** - Services: Web Development - Project size: Less than $10,000 - Project length: Dec. 2021 - Dec. 2022 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software developed four bilingual landing pages for a mortgage firm. They used WordPress, Salesforce, and PHP to develop the code and build the website. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.5 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** President, Financiere Victoria - Industry: Financial services - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Dec 18, 2022 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software delivered high-quality work in a timely manner. They were good listeners and creative, which ensured an effective workflow. Their problem-solving skills and high-quality design capabilities were hallmarks of their work. ""We are very proud of it!"" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and your position there. We offer private mortgages loans in Montreal. President **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** For what projects/services did your company hire Calibrate Software, and what were your goals? Created 4 bilingual lending pages for our Facebook and Google Ads Campaign . **SOLUTION** How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors? Reviewing other work done for clients in our industry. Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used. Wordpress landing pages and some coding PHP to make it flow through Salesforce. How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions? Two Kevin - Project Manager Consultant **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables? We just got the project completed. So we cannot provide measurable outcomes but we are confident that I will help getting more leads. Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness. Kevin is a very good listener. He took into account our needs and objectives in order to offer us a solution adapted to our marketing needs. When we had concerns, once again Kevin took the time to listen and always came up with solutions. What did you find most impressive or unique about this company? Kevin greatly impressed us with the final design of our project. We are very proud of it! Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently? We had some difficulties with the salesforce integration. However, one meeting was enough to solve the problem. --- #### WordPress Development for EdTech Company **The Project** - Services: UX/UI Design, Web Design, Web Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: June - Sep. 2022 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software consulted on the design and development of a marketing and WordPress site for an edtech company. They continue to support the client with ongoing maintenance.  **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 4.5 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CMO, College Aid Pro - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 11-50 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Oct 14, 2022 **Feedback Summary**: Calibrate Software's website served both B2C and B2B audiences as intended. They had a very effective workflow with efficiency, responsiveness, speed, and attention to detail.  ""Even after we launched, Calibrate was there to help us."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and your position there. I am Chief Marketing Officer at College Aid Pro , an education technology company. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** For what projects/services did your company hire Calibrate Software? Re-design and development of our marketing/word press site for B2C and B2B **SOLUTION** How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors? Vetted several firms. Responsiveness and Price/Value. Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project. Design of our B2C marketing page. After several iterations landed on a great design. Calibrate was flexible, collaborative, and responsive during the design and development stages. Even after we launched, Calibrate was there to help us. How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions? 3 **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success? Successfully Launched new site. Was able to navigate the serving both B2C and B2B audiences which was formally a problem. How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs? Extremely effective. What did you find most impressive or unique about this company? We enjoyed Calibrate Software's efficiency, responsiveness, speed, and attention to our project. Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently? No. --- #### Web Dev & Design for EdTech Company **The Project** - Services: Web Design - Project size: Confidential - Project length: Apr. 2021 - Jan. 2022 **Project Summary**: Calibrate Software worked with an educational technology company to develop a new website. They also worked on the design of the site, including the layout, graphics, and other design elements. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 4.5 **The Reviewer** Owner, BlueStreak Education Inc. - Industry: Education - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Jul 8, 2022 **Feedback Summary**: The client was satisfied with the new site, describing it as amazing, up-to-date, and user-friendly. While communication could be improved, the Calibrate Software team still managed to deliver high-quality results that aligned with the client's goals. Overall, the vendor delivered on their promise. ""The final product was very impressive."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and your position there. I am the owner of an educational software and materials solution. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** For what projects/services did your company hire Calibrate Software? The development and design of a new marketing website. **SOLUTION** How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors? Calibrate was referred to us by a mutual colleague. Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project. We worked closely with Calibrate in the look and feel of the site as we already had several assets and an idea as to what we wanted. Calibrate worked with my internal marketing manager to design the site. We worked provided the copy for the site and Calibrate brought our ideas to left with the layout, design and graphics. How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions? We worked with the Owner and one of his designers. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success? The website is now up to date, looks amazing and displays what BlueStreak Math has to offer in an easy to follow format. How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs? Workflow should have been outlined up front on both sites as it would have shortened the timeframe for delivery. What did you find most impressive or unique about this company? The final product was very impressive. Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently? Regularly scheduled check in meetings would have lessened some of the back and forth emails. --- ## Portfolio & Awards ### EventCreate Check-In Kiosk We partnered with EventCreate to transform the high-friction event entry process into a seamless, self-service experience. 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The app contains features such as POS integrations (clover, toast, micros, aloha, and more), geo-fnecing, Admin Portal Merchan Portal, advanced marketplace payment model, and more.  ### Math Education Website This is the first iteration of an educational game designed to help students excel at math. ### Photo Book Capture memories as they’re happening, create a photobook of them, share with friends, and order a print of your memories ### Kikori An experiential learning app that promotes human development. Educators use Kikori to create and discover activities that supplement their curriculum. ### Food Delivery App Food Delivery Application ### Home Architecture & Builder Website Inspired Architecture Built with Integrity – Meticulously Maintained Reynolds Architecture Design & Construction, founded in 1995 by Doug Reynolds, is an architect-led design-build firm located on Chicago's North Shore. For the past 20 years, Doug and his team have designed and built over 150 distinctive custom homes. Commissions include the North Shore, Barrington, Chicago, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Colorado. ### Financial Dashboard Custom dashboard built for a large financial institution to manage investments and research various companies. Advanced AI and machine learning principles were developed to power this solution.  ### Rideshare App Calibrate designed this app for a client who was looking to build a concept similar to Uber and Lyft. The app includes a seamless UI making it a breeze to set your destination, select your car, and see how close your driver is on the map. ### AI Based Image Editing Mobile App Pikazo is an AI art application with a complex, proprietary AI engine. The app lets anyone create incredible art by combining a style and a subject, then running them through a proproetary neural network rendering engine to create a unqiue work of art that users can share via the gallery in the app or order prints of.  ### Sports Annotation and Coaching App This client retained Calibrate to plug into their existing team and overhaul the UI/UX. The goals were to add clarify and reduce friction throughout the critical flows within the app, as to improve conversions. Additionally the client wanted to improve the overall aesthetics of the app.  The mobile application allows coaches, athletes and parents to instantly share short, annotated video clips with the goal of providing youth athletes and coaches with similar tools as the pros!  ### Mobile Payments & Project Management Tool Leveled Pro is an easy to use platform designed to allow contractors, homeowners, and investors to stay in touch during each phase of their home renovation projects--whether they’re on site, at work, or even out of the country. The app includes mobile payments, in-app messaging, and much more. The app contains advanced payment logic, as the client had specific requirements around building and escrow feature so home owners would be charged for a milestone, but contractors would NOT receive payment until the task was marked as complete.  ### Clutch Awards - [Clutch Award Badge](https://shareables-prod-static.clutch.co/badges/clutch_1000_2023_award.svg) - [Clutch Award Badge](https://shareables-prod-static.clutch.co/badges/top_clutch.co_app_development_company_chicago_2026.svg) - [Clutch Award Badge](https://shareables-prod-static.clutch.co/badges/top_clutch.co_app_development_company_illinois_2026.svg) - [Clutch Award Badge](https://shareables-prod-static.clutch.co/badges/top_clutch.co_e-commerce_app_developers_2023_award.svg) ### Industry Recognitions - Washington Citypaper Article - Top Mobile App Development Companies - Top 10 Mobile App Development Companies in Chicago - Top 10 Successful Mobile App Development Companies - 100 Top Illinois iOS Companies & Startups of 2021 - Top 150+ Software Development Companies Of 2023 - Best Mobile App Developers in Illinois 2022 - Top 23 UI/UX Design Agencies Chicago - Best Mobile App Design ## Packages ### Web Development Packages This packaged is based on web application requirements our typical clients engage us for. Calibrate specializes in building scalable and cost effective solutions that are bespoke to each client. Reach out today if you'd like to discuss a custom solution or would like to learn more about our agile process and experienced team! | Feature | Small ($49,000/total) | Medium ($99,000/total) | Large ($199,000/total) | |---------|---------|---------|---------| | Payments | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | | UI/UX Design | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | | Media | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | | Maps | — | ✓ | ✓ | | CI/CD Pipeline | — | — | ✓ | | Transactional Emails | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Chat/Messaging | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Timekeeping/Tracking | — | — | ✓ | | Error Logging/Telemetry | — | — | ✓ | | Automated Deployment | — | ✓ | ✓ | --- ### Mobile App Development Packages This packaged is based on mobile application requirements our typical clients engage us for. Calibrate specializes in building scalable and cost effective solutions that are bespoke to each client. Reach out today if you'd like to discuss a custom solution or would like to learn more about our agile process and experienced team! | Feature | Small ($74,000/total) | Medium ($149,000/total) | Large ($299,000/total) | |---------|---------|---------|---------| | Payment Gateway integration | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Number of Screens | 20 | 40 | 60 | | Push Notifications | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Upload to App Store | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | | Product Design (UX & UI) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | | Photo & Video Integration | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Admin Panel | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Map Integration | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Social Media Login | — | — | ✓ | | Complex Payment Flow | — | — | ✓ | | CI/CD Pipeline | — | — | ✓ | | Transactional Emails | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Chat/Messaging | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Timekeeping/Tracking | — | — | ✓ | | Deeplinks/Attribution Tracking | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Feature Flagging & API Versioning | — | — | ✓ | | Error Logging/Telemetry | — | — | ✓ | | Geo-fencing | — | ✓ | ✓ | | Automated Deployment | — | ✓ | ✓ | --- ## About the Team ### Our Story Founded by two Chicago natives , Calibrate was born from a shared passion for clean, functional design and a desire to enhance digital experiences ### What Sets Us Apart - Design First Approach: Our team adopts a design first approach to all engagements. This ensures alignment with the the final deliverable, in addition to creating an experience that is not only intuitive (UX), but also visually appealing (UI). - Process Oriented: Our team adheres to SCRUM agile methodologies on our projects. We are a design driven agency that takes a collaborative approach. We excel at taking client requirements & vision, brainstorming opportunities to improve the product, building out technical requirements, and executing - Flexibility: Despite adhering to processes, Calibrate maintains the flexibility needed by clients who need to adapt to customer needs. This ensures the clients maximize the value received from Calibrate ### Quick Facts - 38 Verified Clutch Clients - 9 years in business ### Tools and Technology - Slack - Google Meet - Trello - Jira - Google Drive ## Verification Premier Verified means Clutch independently confirmed Calibrate Software is a legally registered business, financially sound (Creditsafe: Low Risk), and backed by 39 verified client reviews averaging 4.9 stars. - Verified Client Reviews: 39 - Overall Review Rating: 4.9 Last Updated: 2026-08-17T08:43:03Z ### Business Entity - Business Entity Name: Calibrate Consulting LLC - Source: Illinois Secretary of State - Jurisdiction of Formation: Illinois - Date of Formation: July 28, 2017 - Status: Active - Last Updated: September 2, 2021 - ID: 06418694 ### Credit Report Results - International Credit Risk Assessment: Low Risk - Source: Creditsafe - Last Updated: January 1, 2021 ## Locations (1) ### Chicago, IL (Headquarters) - 2003 West Fulton Street - Chicago, IL 60612 - United States - 2 - 5 employees - Phone: 773-282-2073 ## Connections - John Dunne (Amateur Hockey Association Illinois (AHAI)) - Shalaka Teli (Gadre Infotech Pvt. 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