DabApps

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the founder of The Portal Collective Ltd, a software company. We provide an integrated platform with interactive tools for course creators and community builders to foster genuine learning, engagement, and collaboration. Our platform enables meaningful knowledge sharing and community growth without relying on traditional algorithms.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DabApps?

We needed help creating our platform's MVP.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

DabApps has designed and delivered our platform's MVP. The team has also added new features post-launch, such as Stripe integration and email notifications. DabApps provides ongoing support and maintenance and project management and guidance.

What is the team composition?

We work with 2–5 teammates from DabApps.

How did you come to work with DabApps?

Someone referred DabApps to me. I chose them over other options because they had high ratings, a great culture fit, and aligned company values.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with DabApps in March 2024, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Thanks to DabApps' work, our users can create and share their offers on our platform and get paid. This has allowed us to gain many sign-ups. We've had 140 creator sign-ups and 600+ users.

How did DabApps perform from a project management standpoint?

DabApps has a friendly, efficient approach. The team communicates clearly and delivers on a tight turnaround. DabApps is incredibly supportive of us as a female-founded tech startup. We communicate via in-person meetings, virtual meetings, and emails or messaging apps.

What did you find most impressive about them?

DabApps has been very flexible and supportive. The team has really believed in the project, which is so important when getting a startup off the ground.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I can't think of anything for DabApps to improve.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CTO of Agilio Software, a company that provides integrated software solutions for practice-based healthcare organizations. We offer tools for compliance, CPD, HR, and asset management to streamline operations and support patient care.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DabApps?

We needed help building and supporting our healthcare software solutions.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

DabApps built two key applications for us: iComply and iPlan. iComply is an app used by dental practices to help monitor and maintain their compliance with CQC policies. Meanwhile, iPlan is an app used by dental practices to help manage dental payment plans.

DabApps was responsible for building these applications and providing ongoing support and maintenance for them over many years. Over the last 12 months, we moved the development to an internal team at Agilio.

What is the team composition?

We worked with 2–4 teammates from DabApps over a long multi-year period.

How did you come to work with DabApps?

Agilio Software is a highly acquisitive company. We bought a business called Code in 2019, and they were already working with DabApps. I joined Agilio Software as CTO in 2021, and we continued to use DabApps during that whole time.

How much have you invested with them?

This is confidential.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in 2019, and the project finished in early 2025.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We treated DabApps just like one of our internal development teams, so we measured success based on the product's NPS, lead time, and cycle time. The NPS for the iComply product, in particular, was strong over the period DabApps supported it, as we received positive feedback and had high retention.

How did DabApps perform from a project management standpoint?

DabApps was always professional and responsive. We communicated through daily stand-ups.

What did you find most impressive about them?

DabApps had a long history of knowledge of our business and applications. They really got to know our market and customers over time, so they became a real partner for us.

Are there any areas they could improve?

Nothing springs to mind.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Communications Manager of Amaze

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Amaze is a charity that provides information, advice and support to families with disabled children in Sussex.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Create an app for our Compass leisure card offers
• Create a sister app for our Carers Card offers

SOLUTION

How did you find DabApps?

Referral

Why did you select DabApps over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

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

DabApps helped us conceive and create a mobile app for families who qualify for our Compass Card. The Compass Card is a leisure discount card that entitles holders to discounts at hundreds of leisure venues across the southeast of England. The app offered a searchable list of offers based on type of leisure, age suitability and more. It was also mapped so users could see what was available wherever they were. DabApps also worked to integrate the app content and search functions into a Compass Card website/

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The app has grown in use and continues to drive traffic to our website too.

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

App delivered on time and to budget. Great response via email. Always there with solutions and options. DabApps can explain how technical things work to non-technical people at Amaze too.

What was your primary form of communication with DabApps?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Their expertise, generosity with time and advice, and responsiveness are impressive. 

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

No.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.
I am the Head of CS and Product of a software company.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Software as a Service Employee Experience Platform

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Ongoing maintenance of the platform
• Design & build of new features
• Dev support

SOLUTION

How did you find DabApps?

Local to area of work

Why did you select DabApps over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from DabApps were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

There is not one scope of work. Dabapps are our external development partners who provide ongoing support and maintenance for our software platform, fixing bugs and errors. They also scope, design, and build new features and functionality to add to the software.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Again, not just one project - it is ongoing. Outcomes that demonstrate success include building features that meet the requirements of our clients, are designed in consistency with branding, and have bugs and issues in software resolved within 24 hours.

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

Dabapps are very responsive and able to adapt for quick turnarounds and changes that need to be made to designs and/or functionality. In the majority of instances over the years, we have been able to turn around bug fixes within 24 hours, which reduces the stress at our end and for our clients. Summer is able to manage our multiple projects well, providing updates every week and keeping a line of communication open at all times. 

As a small business, we often make changes to features as we go, and Dabapps are flexible and able to cope with these. There are always delays with development work, and those are to be expected, but for the most part, we are able to get new features out on time.

What was your primary form of communication with DabApps?

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

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

Summer has been a great project manager and is always open to receiving and giving us feedback/recommendations. The design team listens well, providing valuable knowledge about user interface/UX, and I think the workshops we have in person with the team are invaluable. Our developers are also fantastic at giving clear explanations when required to help us understand any challenges or bugs in greater detail. 

They also tend to be available to jump on calls to run through queries together at short notice, which helps us work faster. We have worked with Dabapps for many, many years now, and we have maintained a really strong and honest relationship. Overall, we're really happy with their work ethic, our relationship, and their attention to our business needs.

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

Nothing to suggest - we've made huge strides over the years to improve our communication and processes, ensuring we are being as efficient as possible. Think we have a really clear line of communication now, and we've really streamlined processes, adding some structure to ensure everyone is on the same page before, during, and after a project.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the CEO of an information technology company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We create greater futures through tools that build trust.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Build a Self Service Solution

SOLUTION

How did you find DabApps?

Referral

Why did you select DabApps over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit

How many teammates from DabApps were assigned to this project?

Other

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

DabApps delivered an exceptional self-service business solution tailored to our unique needs at Certn. They meticulously crafted a user-centric platform, integrating advanced background check functionalities with intuitive navigation. Key deliverables included a seamless integration of our existing databases, enabling real-time data access and efficient processing. 
The solution also featured robust security measures, ensuring data integrity and compliance with industry standards. Their agile approach resulted in a scalable and adaptive system, ready to evolve with our expanding business requirements. 
The standout feature was the user dashboard, offering an unparalleled experience in managing and tracking background checks, significantly enhancing our operational efficiency. Hats off to DabApps for their outstanding work and dedication to excellence.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Users, experience and uptime

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

DabApps showcased exemplary project management throughout our collaboration. They consistently delivered items on time, adhering strictly to the agreed-upon timelines. 
Their team was proactive in communication, keeping us informed at every stage of the project. They demonstrated remarkable adaptability and responsiveness to our needs, ensuring that any feedback we provided was promptly and effectively incorporated into the development process. 
This responsiveness was key in creating a solution that truly resonated with our operational dynamics. Their structured yet flexible approach to project management significantly contributed to the project's success, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. In summary, DabApps exceeded expectations in managing the project, with their punctuality and attentiveness standing out as major strengths.

What was your primary form of communication with DabApps?

Virtual Meeting

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

DabApps shines in the realm of web and mobile development and design, a fact that becomes evident from the onset of their engagement. Their team exhibits a deep understanding of the latest technologies and trends, which translates into cutting-edge, innovative solutions. What sets them apart is their keen ability to listen and understand your vision, transforming abstract ideas into tangible, impactful digital products.
Their design aesthetics are not just visually appealing but also user-friendly, ensuring that the end product resonates with the target audience. The attention to detail in both design and functionality is remarkable, resulting in a seamless user experience.Furthermore, their collaborative approach makes them more of a strategic partner than a mere service provider. 
They are committed to your success, offering insights and suggestions that enhance the project's value. Their transparency in communication builds trust, making the development process a shared journey rather than a transactional experience.DabApps' support post-launch is another commendable aspect. They don't just deliver a product; they ensure its continuous improvement and adaptability to changing market needs. 
This ongoing support is crucial for businesses looking to maintain a competitive edge.In essence, choosing DabApps means opting for a partner who is invested in your success, combines technical excellence with creative brilliance, and delivers solutions that are not just functional but also forward-thinking. They are a top-tier choice for anyone looking to create impactful digital experiences.

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

Nothing. They're the best!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Product manager of Peoplewise

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Business Psychology

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Build a sophisticated behavioural pulsing tool

SOLUTION

How did you find DabApps?

Referral

Why did you select DabApps over others?

• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from DabApps were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

We required a mobile-first pulsing feature that would track, nudge and embed learner behaviour in real time. It needed to be user-friendly, and work within our current platform but with a different design and feel through the end-user experience.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

For our client to agree that the tool worked to record and gauge performance over time for their leadership teams. The tool was easy to use and respondents were able to see their results in real-time for key capabilities.

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

Our working relationship with Dabapps is excellent, they delivered the product in time for launch and kept us up to date with progress and spending, on a weekly basis. The team is highly responsive and although the design went through numerous alterations, the team kept to a good pace to move the work forward for delivery.

What was your primary form of communication with DabApps?

In-Person Meeting

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

Dabapps commitment to delivering high-quality solutions was evident in building our pulsing tool. Communication with the team was seamless. They kept us informed at every stage of the project, ensuring transparency and addressing any concerns promptly. One of the most impressive aspects was Dabapps's ability to adapt to unexpected changes. They demonstrated flexibility and quickly adjusted strategies to ensure project success.

The client-agency relationship is fantastic. Dabapps not only met our requirements but also proactively suggested improvements, showcasing a genuine commitment to our success. Their professionalism, expertise, and commitment to excellence made them a valuable partner in achieving our project goals.

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

The only improvements I would suggest would be to ensure that dev and design are involved together at the earliest possible stage, so we know what is/isn't possible sooner rather than later.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

We are an illustration agency. We represent around 30 illustrators for commercial projects, and we market their work. We're based in Brighton in the United Kingdom, and we've been running for around 10 years. I am an agent within the company. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DabApps?

We were working with a very well-known United States retail client. We were looking for a mobile app developer that could work in our budget. We approached DabApps because they were local to us in Brighton.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

When we contacted them, they were great. They came to our office, we had an initial introduction meeting, and they told us about their services. When the ball got rolling and the project took off the ground, they were helpful about explaining all the processes to us and everything that went into building an app. When the build started, they actually built the mobile app for iOS and Android. They built a wireframe for the mobile app to house some emoji icons that one of our offices had created. We gave them the visuals and the artwork to make a mobile app from. They were very hands-on in the process but in a good way. They never treaded on our toes at any point. They were very helpful, and they were very considerate of the fact that we didn't know too much about mobile apps. They helped us learn along the way.

How did you come to work with DabApps?

We were talking to some other clients to see if they knew of any mobile app developers, but we actually found them through Twitter. Someone recommended them to us, and they were local to Brighton, so it was a word-of-mouth recommendation via Twitter.

How much have you invested with DabApps?

To begin with, it was a lump sum, but it's been ongoing in terms of changes and little additions to the mobile app. It's been more than $10,000. When we were looking at different developers, DabApps was very reasonable in their pricing. They're very considerate of the budgets we had to work with.

What is the status of this engagement?

It's completed in a sense, but it's still ongoing in that the app is developing and growing organically. We're in talks with them at the moment, and they're helping us think about how we might be able to add some GIF artwork to our client's app.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Could you share any evidence that would demonstrate the productivity, quality of work, or the impact of the engagement?

I know our client has access to that in terms of number of downloads and things like that. The response from our client has all been very positive, and it's been positive from our side as well. There haven't been any problems at all while the project was ongoing.

How did DabApps perform from a project management standpoint?

They were really good. They stuck to all the deadlines we set which were quite tight at times. They had very good project management overall.

What did you find most impressive about DabApps?

For us, I think it was that they were very personable and professional. They made us feel very comfortable, and they helped us understand and learn more about their process. We trusted them with the project because of that I think.

Are there any areas DabApps could improve?

Not really. They were brilliant. There's nothing negative I could say at this stage.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your organization.

My company is an app and a website which helps people with food allergies find places to eat.

What is your position?

I’m the creator and founder.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What business challenge were you trying to address with DabApps?

I initially reached out to DabApps and about five other different companies. The goal of my app and website is to help people who have food allergies or intolerances, eat out safely. The idea was largely driven by my intolerances, I have Celiac Disease. I needed help building my app and website.

SOLUTION

Please describe the scope of their involvement in greater detail.

DabApps provided app and web development.

How did you come to work with DabApps?

DabApp’s pricing was reasonable in terms of what I wanted to achieve, and they fit into my budget whereas other companies weren't willing to fit to my budget at all. They were giving no option of being flexible. DabApps was very flexible in terms of price structure. I also really appreciated that their managing director wanted to do everything face-to-face, whereas everybody else didn't want to meet with me. It was a very personable approach, which I really liked. When we met, we got on really well, and I just felt really confident that he and the two guys with him were what I wanted in order to take the project forward.

Could you provide a sense of the size of this initiative in financial terms?

It started off around 15,000 [approx. US$ 21,700] pounds, but I think over the two years now, I've spent between 35,000 and 40,000 pounds [approx. US$ 50,600 – 57,900].

What is the status of this engagement?

Our partnership is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Could you share any statistics or metrics from this engagement?

My app is really popular; I think it is. It has over 70,000 users all around the world. Even though I don't do translations yet, everyone is using it because it's quite simple. I set out to help people rather than making lots of money. If I'm helping people, I'm happy with that.

What distinguishes DabApps from other providers?

DabApps is a really nice company, and everyone is very friendly, willing to help out as much as they can, and there's always someone around for me to talk to or chat with over emails. There's a lot of really good characteristics about the team, and they're so broad in terms of what they do because they have a lot of specialists. DabApps is very clear from the outset about cost. They're also good about giving their views, and if they think I'm wasting my money, they'll tell me. They're not about just making money.

Is there anything DabApps could have improved or done differently?

No, not really. I have worked with them for two years, and I won't be looking at going with anyone else. There's nothing bad I have to say about DabApps.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Marketing Manager of Homewise

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Homewise provides unique solutions to people aged 60+ helping them to secure their long-term home for much less through a "Home for Life Plan", rent-free and mortgage-free.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Create a calculator widget that could be branded with ease and able to add to many Partner websites with confidence
• Provide ongoing support and optimisation over time
• Provide secure hosting for the widgets

SOLUTION

How did you find DabApps?

Referral

Why did you select DabApps over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit

How many teammates from DabApps were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Project to build a customisable calculator widget, DabApps supported objectives and delivered a high-quality product we've been reliably using for 5 years.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Completion of the widget code, reliable function, ease of use, longevity

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

DabApps were very responsive to our needs and supported the project well through to completion - and beyond as we have a continued working relationship.

What was your primary form of communication with DabApps?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They were engaged, friendly, highly knowledgable. They took our requirements and delivered a great product at pace.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director of Thunderbolt Technologies Ltd

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We develop connected, data drive wearable technology products

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Refactor our app
• Upgrade the functionalities
• freshen up the UI

SOLUTION

How did you find DabApps?

Trusted partner

Why did you select DabApps over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Great culture fit

How many teammates from DabApps were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Refactoring the app to React Native and fully rebuilding the UI and codebase to run more efficiently and build more consistently across platform. Developing new Bluetooth elements and connecting to new prouct hardware.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Released new apps, iteration and improved over time. We are now working on newfeatures and improvements

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

Project was flexibly managed, with tight integration with our teams and flexibility as the work moved through the different stages, moving to a direct weekly dev engament over time and at maturity of the basic systems and production releases.

What was your primary form of communication with DabApps?

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

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

They are good people, responsive to our needs, and capable of working with a wide range of technologies and systems.

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

More consistent coffee quality. Chris needs training.