CodeNinja

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an executive at Tanshiah

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Tanshiah, a B2B food marketplace, helps food businesses connect with suppliers, distributors, and other industry partners to streamline their operations and grow their business.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Our goal was to have a corporate website that would showcase our product portfolio for import/export and sales purposes.

SOLUTION

How did you find CodeNinja?

Referral

Why did you select CodeNinja over others?

• High ratings
• Referred to me

What was the size of CodeNinja’s team?

2-5 Employees

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

The project entailed developing a corporate web application with a strong emphasis on user-centric design tailored to our vision and market needs. To ensure that the website aligned with our initial concept, CodeNinja engineering team wireframed the web application, conducted technical feasibility assessments, and created UI/UX designs. The team's frontend design expertise resulted in an interactive and captivating UI that was regularly tested to maintain high quality and minimize costs.

We also requested the inclusion of a product store, including several product pages that would help us showcase our products to potential business partners. To cater to our B2B audience, the team added a "Get a Quote" feature that enabled users to request quotes for products in bulk. The team's proactive testing at regular intervals helped in minimizing costs and ensure the final version of our corporate website was of high quality.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Strong and Presentable online presence
• Setup Digital and Social Media
• Corporate Profile
• Deployed internal CRM, Inventory Management and Project Management tools

What was your primary form of communication with CodeNinja?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

CodeNinja team demonstrated remarkable adherence to the project timeline and successfully achieved all the planned milestones. Their steadfast dedication to timely delivery and effective modernization of our application was impressive.

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

We were particularly impressed by their team's extensive knowledge and expertise in the subject matter, as well as their willingness to receive feedback, which fostered a positive and collaborative working relationship.

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

We can't say enough good things about CodeNinja. They delivered our project on time and on budget, and the end result was beyond our expectations. Their team's professionalism and expertise are unparalleled.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the IoT & E-commerce Manager of (a/an) Retail

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a leading innovator in smart devices. It is a technology company that combines hardware with software and services. Our software range, built around the ColorOS operating system, makes devices more user-friendly and intelligent for our 500 million users worldwide.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• We wanted to revamp the website and improve user experience that would ultimately impact the sales positively.

SOLUTION

How did you find CodeNinja?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site
• Other

Why did you select CodeNinja over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

What was the size of CodeNinja’s team?

2-5 Employees

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

Scope of work included development and modernization of website application using latest technologies as well as data migration from previous system. CodeNinja’s engineering team presented a project plan which was comprehensive, outlining all activities, timelines, resources, and milestones. After approval they began the development process and focused on creating a robust and secure system that is easy to use and maintain.

The data migration process ensured that data was complete, accurate, and secure and successfully moved to the new application. Testing and training were thoroughly carried out, while post-implementation review was conducted to evaluate success and identify areas for improvement. To develop the web application, the engineers worked on modern application development technologies including Shopify to ensure a successful project outcome.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Web Application
• Data migration.
• Online E-commerce platform

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

The CodeNinja team diligently adhered to the timeline and met all the milestones as planned. Their commitment to timely delivery and successful app modernization was unwavering. We found their team were expert in the subject matter and were quite open to feedback which helped us keep the communication friendly.

What was your primary form of communication with CodeNinja?

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

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

The team's remarkable engineering proficiency and solid technological prowess have consistently exceeded our expectations. Their ability to develop innovative solutions and tackle complex challenges with ease is truly impressive.

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

We can't say enough good things about CodeNinja. They delivered our project on time and on budget, and the end result was beyond our expectations. Their team's professionalism and expertise are unparalleled.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Zarya is a digital wholesaler for resellers and retailers in Pakistan. It enables resellers to focus on the business while it takes care of everything from sourcing to fulfilling products. The resellers don't need to set aside working capital for their business or worry about dead stock. I am Co-Founder of Zarya App

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire CodeNinja?

Zarya wanted to leverage the power of data. When the app was launched initially, data was manageable but as the influx grew things got out of hand and the team couldn’t keep track of a lot of data. We wanted to organize and utilize all the scattered data to make informed decisions for Zarya as well as for our vendors.

SOLUTION

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

CodeNinja came very well recommended from people in the startup ecosystem and customer reviews. I personally had also worked one of the co-founder’s of CodeNinja and knew first-hand the quality of work he is capable of

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

To convert raw data into actionable insights, the data was collected and cleansed from several data sources. The data from different streams was gathered in one place for reporting, visualization, and analysis., CodeNinja engineers delivered dashboards that visually displayed, measured, and analyzed multiple data sources all at once. Reports and dashboards built in Redash allowed Zarya team to explore, query, visualize, and share data from our data sources.

Describe the recruitment process in detail.

Two engineers worked on the project: a Software Engineer and a Senior Software Engineers.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The order status funnel improved by reducing drop offs (returns and stock outs) and time from start to finish (Order Placed to delivered). Reports for finance saved us time and gave us confidence in the numbers we were reporting to investors.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Quite effective. The resources worked on a hybrid model where they were available for requirement gathering onsite and completed work remotely. This seemed to have worked well

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

We were impressed with their technical knowledge and quick onboarding of the problem space.

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

Nothing major comes to mind. We were quite happy with the outcome and the engagement . If I had to choose an area I'd say stakeholder management

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Funoonee is a digital marketplace connecting home maintenance and handyman service providers with users in Riyadh, Al Dammam and Jeddah region. Additionally, it offers a trackable transaction process to accomplish a sought-after user experience while maximizing satisfaction and minimizing risk. Users can enjoy a stress-free online service that ensures 24/7 responsiveness. I am Head of Operations and Public Relations at Funoonee.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

Due to the ever-increasing demand for experienced handymen, a platform was needed which could provide these services to the people in local market. We wanted to simplify the process of finding and hiring technicians for our users, while also adding extensions and features to offer more value. A talented and skillful engineering team was required to help augment in-house capacity as well as crowd sourcing and help us develop and modernize the platform.

SOLUTION

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

CodeNinja has delivered some notable technological projects for businesses in the Middle East. Though they were from different industries, we were impressed by CodeNinja’s exceptional engineering capabilities to deliver unique projects successfully. Its diverse portfolio was a deciding factor that helped us select CodeNinja as our partner.

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

The scope of work included development of mobile apps as well as web applications. We wanted a user-centric product according to our vision and market needs. To bridge the gap between our initially perceived idea and the final product, the engineering team wireframed the mobile apps and web application. After conducting a technical feasibility assessment, they prepared UI/UX designs for us, and sent the samples, to incorporate our feedback and changes. The engineers essentially designed an interactive and engaging UI for the front end. The team also tested the app at regular intervals which helped in keeping the cost low and building a high-quality app.

Using React native, the engineers created an application that runs on both phones and browsers with just one codebase. And we are satisfied with its compatibility with both iOS and android systems. Node.js and PostgreSQL boasted sophisticated back-end features. Backend development enhanced the front-end experience for web and app, supporting the implementations' functionalities.

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

4-8 people worked on the project:

• 1 Senior Software Engineers (front-end technologies)
• 1 Principal Software Engineer (back-end technologies)
• 1 Software Engineer for mobile application
• 1 Software Quality Assurance Engineer
• 1 Cloud Architect
• 1 Project Manager
• 2 Web application developers for admin panel

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We found the team quite committed and driven. Their proactivity must be appreciated.

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

The app development progress and the complete walk-through of the developed app screens was shared via project management tools. The regularly scheduled meetings were really helpful as they kept us updated with the project’s progress. If there were any bugs or hinderances, the engineers communicated it right away. We were quite aware and involved in the process since everything was being documented and shared in a timely manner.

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

The team understands the project carefully and develops realistic timelines. Though they did not over promise anything but definitely over delivered, which truly surprised us. We were delighted by their engineering expertise and their ability to demonstrate and deliver the project exactly according to our needs.

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

We never imagined the journey from turning our visualization into reality would be an easy one but CodeNinja’s engineering team proved it to be a piece of cake for them.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Since its formation in 2010, TallyMarks Consulting (TMC) has been one of the pioneers of Business Intelligence in Pakistan and has become one of the largest System Integrator companies in the region.

TMC builds its strategic partnerships with global technology leaders. Our team has served numerous clients belonging to a variety of industries across Pakistan, the Middle East, and North America. I am Abdul Raouf Rai, Competency Head Custom Solutions.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire CodeNinja Inc., and what were your goals?

We were working with the largest Oil & Gas company in UAE where we had to deliver an EHS Management System along with other digital transformation processes. As we are more inclined towards ERP and primarily SAP, we onboarded CodeNinja as part of our technology venture to help us deliver an end-to-end system for our client.

Our aim was to deliver an EHS Management System to the client. Thy wanted to protect workers from job-related injuries and illnesses, identify and mitigate the physical, chemical, and biological hazards in the workplace as well as yield a safe and healthy work environment.

SOLUTION

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

CodeNinja is a sister concern of TMC and has been working with us for over half a decade. We have accomplished several projects together with CodeNinja’s reliable technical skillset and amazing partnership.

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

Scope of work included building an EHS Management System for the client, focused on ensuring and improving the safety of workers and their surroundings. Depending on the project needs, their team offered the best-suited methodology which brought us to comfortably collaborate with them.

Project initiated with several discovery workshops. The team carried out a feasibility analysis to gauge if the software would be profitable in the long run, and evaluated all factors affecting the project development. They conceptualized, designed, and developed according to the required specifications. Before going live, User Acceptance Testing (UAT) was carried out to establish seamless deployment.

Lastly, migration was followed by hypercar ensuring a successful transition and project success. EHS Management System was delivered using .NET technology, via the above-mentioned process.

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

Three people worked on the project:

• Software Architect
• Staff Software Engineer
• Project Coordinator

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The CodeNinja team vigilantly followed the timeline and hit the milestones as planned. They ensured timely delivery, successful data migration and integration with analytical tools. Deployment and post hypercare They kept us in the loop and communicated regularly. This enabled us to update our client as well, which in turn strengthened our relationship with them.

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

We started with Kanban and transitioned to Sprints. We regularly communicated on Slack and managed our projects in JIRA. We effectively met all our goals and milestones.

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

The team possesses remarkable engineering prowess and a sound technological arm. Their work ethic and professionalism made us a returning partner.

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

We've been a CodeNinja fan since they delivered our project. Highly recommend CodeNinja!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

24SevenPk is a technology company that focuses on eCommerce, logistics, payment infrastructure, and financial services. I am a Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at 24SevenPk.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire CodeNinja Inc., and what were your goals?

We hired CodeNinja to develop an extensive online shopping platform based on Adobe Commerce Cloud. We initially wanted to provide a user-friendly, lightweight online portal for customers to browse, buy and track their orders.

After the initial project onboarding, we grew our expectations by developing a complete, extensive software solution for customers, retailers, and management, complete with cross-device integration. We further launched one of the first PWA implementations in the region as well as worked on a bespoke AI-Based Credit Scoring System for mom & pop stores ( Kiryana)

SOLUTION

How did you select CodeNinja Inc. and what were the deciding factors?

We selected CodeNinja after seeing that they had previously worked with multiple large-scale organizations. We were looking for a reliable end-to-end technology solutions provider that could deliver and manage the entire scope without any hesitation.

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

After our initial discussion with their team and feeling confident that they can provide complete technology solutions, we increased the scope of work. Starting out from an extensive redevelopment of our online shopping platform and migrating it to Adobe Commerce Cloud 2.4.3-p1.

We had also incorporated the use of Progressive Web Apps (PWA) for enhanced performance and increased mobile user experience for our customers. In addition, we have also worked with CodeNinja to design and implement a comprehensive AI-based Credit Lending System that evaluates creditworthiness for our retail agents.

We are currently collaborating with their Software Architecture Group to design the framework for our Enterprise Resource Program implementation. In addition, we are currently in the testing phase for Neuro-linguistic programming.

How many people from the CodeNinja Inc. team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We are currently working with over a dozen Technical Engineers in different departments along with their Engineering Consultants, Software Architecture groups, Cloud Engineers, Product Managers, and Backend Engineers. The entire team is managed by a dedicated Account Manager who handles complete communication and requirements for all implementations.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Leveraging PWA for the development of the project frontend has resulted in unprecedented speed and functionality of the store. The headless CMS approach not only takes care of all our business logics but also focuses on the APIs allowing us to tailor our systems by composing best-in-class services. We are proud to state that we are one of the first PWA implementations in the region.

AI-based Credit Scoring System has given us a competitive advantage and helped us scale up with 80% MoM growth

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

We had weekly scrum calls with ( Waleed Umar and the team)to see the advancement and the requirements from both sides. The communication mainly took place on zoom and through emails. We were in constant collaboration with the team, testing every module and fixing the bugs.

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

The developers assigned for the project had a tremendous set of expertise. We are impressed by the professional demeanor of the resources allocated. Their quick turnaround time tremendously helped boost the development speed and gave us a margin to experiment with new feature sets and additional upgrades.

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

No, there is nothing as such I can think of. We have established a good relationship with the company and are looking forward to continued collaboration in the future.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Hopzapp is an internet media company based in Lahore. It is an online platform that operates as a social news publisher as well as promotes talent providing people with a channel to bring their abilities to the forefront.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire CodeNinja Consulting Inc., and what were your goals?

Hopzapp hired CodeNinja to augment our internal sales and marketing efforts. CodeNinja has been instrumental in helping us to craft personalized, relevant messaging for our prospective clients, through various email campaigns. Additionally, CodeNinja has taken on various other projects to save our team time and resource, and all have been very successful.

SOLUTION

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

Staying on top of the varying business trends and becoming a master in every area of digital marketing was not something we wanted to deal with on our own. Hiring CodeNinja to manage the more technical aspects of our digital marketing strategy enabled us to focus on other areas of the business that fell under our expertise. The different marketing tactics used by the company to attract the ideal customers were the deciding factors for us.

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

On the SEO side, they create content for the website including our pages as well as blogs throughout the month. They help manage the e-commerce tracking on our online enrollment site. They create and deploy our paid search and paid social advertising. They constantly come to the table with new ideas and recommendations based on current trends and opportunities.

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

We have 3 dedicated, professional, talented CodeNinja staff (full-time), in addition to a fantastic project manager!

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

As I mentioned, through CodeNinja efforts, we have won multiple clients and saved our team countless hours of manual, time-intensive tasks, buying them time to focus on selling.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Very effective workflow. We use Slack to communicate in real-time. Their team is extremely easy to work with. We provide procedures for our projects, and CodeNinja regularly completes them ahead of schedule. We have regular meetings with our project manager to stay in sync.

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

Professionalism, communication and results!

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

We found the company to be the best among all we have worked with before and we look forward to working with them on other projects as well in the future.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Digital Eye is an internet media company based in Lahore. It is an online platform that operates as a social news publisher as well as promotes talent providing people with a channel to bring their abilities to the forefront.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire CodeNinja Consulting Inc., and what were your goals?

We wanted an agency that could expand our band reach, evaluate our website traffic, determine the best online platforms to invest in, and continually maintain the balance between our marketing activities and the results they provide. CodeNinja was hired to provide a wide variety of marketing services.

SOLUTION

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

Staying on top of the varying business trends and becoming a master in every area of digital marketing was not something we wanted to deal with on our own. Hiring CodeNinja to manage the more technical aspects of our digital marketing strategy enabled us to focus on other areas of the business that fell under our expertise. The different marketing tactics used by the company to attract the ideal customers were the deciding factors for us.

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

On the SEO side, they create content for the website including our pages as well as blogs throughout the month. They help manage the e-commerce tracking on our online enrollment site. They create and deploy our paid search and paid social advertising. They constantly come to the table with new ideas and recommendations based on current trends and opportunities.

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

There were 3 people from the vendor’s team who worked with us. One was a digital marketing strategist and the other two were an SEO specialist and a content marketer respectively.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our online reach have increases, our cost per click has decreased and our website has more traffic going to it from organic sources.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The management style reflected the brilliant repute of the company. Each requirement was fulfilled with proficiency coupled with advice and action that called for considerable dexterity. Most of the communication was held through email, WhatsApp and direct calls.

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

The patience and cooperation throughout the project are what makes this company unique.

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

We found the company to be the best among all we have worked with before and we look forward to working with them on other projects as well in the future.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Director of Sales at BIO LAB U.S.A. BIO LAB is one of the leading providers of laboratory equipment and analytical instruments in the world including Autoclave, Biological Safety Cabinets, Freezer, Blood Bank, Centrifuge, Air Sterilization etc.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire CodeNinja Consulting Inc., and what were your goals?

The success of a brand is synonymous with a strong digital presence. In the crucial times of pandemic, it became necessary for us to connect with consumers and stay relevant. CodeNinja helped us establish a strong digital presence to set the narrative on who we are as a brand and set ourselves apart from competitors.

SOLUTION

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

Having a substantial digital presence can increase consumer awareness as well as strengthen your brand by building up your credibility. We came across the company through their LinkedIn profile and set a few meetings. They dealt with all our concerns with true professionalism proving their expertise in the respective niche and giving us detailed insight into all the phases of the development. Since our first interaction with the company, we got the impression that we are being treated professionally and the personalized communication from their team was the deciding factor to hire the company.

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

The Website was developed on WordPress.

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

There were vendor’s team comprised 3 people. One designer, a web developer and a project coordinator.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We were looking for a website that could help our consumers simultaneously learn about our brand as well as engage with the company on a more personal level. CodeNinja impressed us with the product as it helped us in putting our best foot forward in front of consumers.

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

The project coordinator oversaw this significant undertaking and the whole endeavour was carried out with due diligence, dedication, and persistence. We were kept informed throughout the project and the framework was followed with constancy.

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

One thing that caught our attention the most was that every member of the company was focused on innovation. They were continuously looking for new ways to solve our problems and innovation is always at the forefront of their minds.

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

No. We are satisfied by the company's performance.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Bulletproof Performance is designed to inspire, enable, and support volleyball players to take charge of and optimize their own health and performance. It was created to give volleyball players anywhere in the world access to elite-level training and knowledge.

A place where you’ll find all the resources, inspiration, and support you need to improve and be the best you can be – both on and off the court. I’m the CEO/Founder of Bulletproof Performance.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire CodeNinja Consulting Inc., and what were your goals?

We hired CodeNinja Consulting to establish our digital presence for our website redesign and restructure, as well as, our member’s portal on LMS that will bring Bulletproof Performance at par with the international standards of quality.

The main goal of the project was to transform our existing website that was neither user-friendly, responsive, nor attractive into one of our strengths that will capture the customer’s attention instantly.

SOLUTION

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

I hired Chaudhry A. through Upwork from where he vetted for CodeNinja as one of the country’s leading technology companies. He then scheduled a call between us. After a thorough discussion with the technical team, I had 100% trust in them.

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

It all started with a great collaboration between the two parties. Then came the brainstorming and onboarding session. This process helps in the visualization of what is to be accomplished. The project's initial scope was defined here. It is performed so that projects are aligned with the strategic objectives for Bulletproof Performance.

Then, as per CodeNinja’s terminologies, there came a planning stage. A planning stage was where the project plans were documented, deliverables and requirements were defined, and the project schedule was created.

Then they worked on converting my idea into the designs and gave them a visual form before the Frontend coding of the design. Before deploying onto the live website, they ran the whole system through the set QA standards.

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

There was a team of developers on my project. One was the project manager himself – Chaudhry, two frontend guys, one backend expert - Ateeq, two graphic designers or UI/UX, and one SQA.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

I had a fantastic experience working with CodeNinja. Communication was very efficient and fast. The project was delivered above my expectations.

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

The Project Manager responsible for handling the project also oversaw the account for me. The project was completed in few phases that were communicated to me in advance and we were in constant communication over the progress the whole time. Communication was done through emails, and on WhatsApp.

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

Their honesty and commitment to work were exceptional.

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

Not that I could think of. They were simply amazing.