DevBranch

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the founder and head of business development for a portfolio of websites, mainly in the education and entertainment verticals.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DevBranch?

We acquired a few websites that ran on very antiquated code and needed to be completely migrated.

What were your goals for this project?

They needed to migrate the websites to Drupal 8 while maintaining the URL structure, and all reviews and articles.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We searched vendors via popular freelancing websites. After interviewing a few potential agencies, we decided DevBranch was a good fit.

Can you go into detail about the services they provided and the scope of the project?

For the first website, we provided them with an updated design and they completed the migration within a few months. That site featured a phpBB forum that we decided to keep separate. Currently, the first project is completed and they’re moving to a more complex migration that involves frontend and backend work. Since the website allows users to download files in different formats, the team has to migrate the file server to replicate the conversion functionality.

What was the team composition?

We had at least one developer throughout the project. DevBranch scaled the team up to four resources that worked concurrently on different projects.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

For the first website, the KPIs improved by more than 20%. We expect similar results for the other relaunch.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

They perform better than our previous remote development partners. The team speaks English well and accommodates us with how they use Slack, Trello, and Jira. They are responsive and professional in their approach.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We’re very impressed with their coding and overall quality. DevBranch has a deep understanding of the Drupal platform.

Are there any areas where they can improve?

We raised concerns over reporting issues early in the engagement and the team addressed them promptly. At this point, we’ve worked with them for more than one year and we are very satisfied with the relationship.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m a business analyst for a startup.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DevBranch?

We wanted to develop a custom online platform that would facilitate work and administrative processes between building contractors.

What were your goals for this project?

Our goal was to create the platform at a lower cost using an open source environment. We also wanted to outsource the responsibilities of our CTO.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We found them on Upwork.

Describe the project in detail.

DevBranch is developing several projects for us. Currently, they’re creating the frontend and backend of our Drupal platform, which is our core business. This project involves workflows, Google Suite integration, calendar systems, intelligent forms, catalogs, and a multilingual communication tool using Google Translate.

We also asked them to create our corporate website, which has video integration, multiple languages, and a custom design. They also implemented an advanced login system using one-time code generation. Lastly, they set up our knowledge base, which includes an article library, search functions, and help desk integration.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The platform is still in development. Once we roll it out, we will be able to get new clients.

How effective was the project management?

We work within a Scrum project management environment, with over 90% of sprints delivered on time and within budget. Their project manager communicates well and gives input at the right moment. I also joined their team for a week to see how everything is organized.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their coding is top-notch and complies with Drupal standards. Instead of looking for easy workarounds, they push themselves to meet expectations.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Not really. They are open to suggestions.

BACKGROUND

Please provide a brief description of your company and your role.

I'm the manager of web projects at Modern-Expo Group. The company has been supplying a wide range of equipment to the retail market for 23 years. The company’s history goes back to 1994 when two separate businesses, “Modern” from Ukraine and “Duet” from Poland, decided to join forces. In less than 25 years, we managed to grow into a large international group with major manufacturing facilities, including a total production area of 112,000 square miles and employing over 2,500 people.

We produce equipment for the following retail formats: supermarket and hypermarket, convenience store and gas station, DIY [Do It Yourself], cash and carry, electronics, storage solutions, food service, and drugstore.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Dev Branch?

Last year, we decided to set up our own e-shop for processing equipment. After doing specifications and designs, we chose Dev Branch to handle the project. The main items we needed included a virtual shelf for our processing equipment with detailed descriptions, order processing without product manager intervention, private accounts for our clients and customized accounts for our VIP clients, and 1C accounting integration. 

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Dev Branch suggested better implementation methods for us, chose technologies according to our requirements and designed an attractive UI for our site managers without admin prototyping from our side.

How did you come to work with Dev Branch?

We were looking for company in Lutsk, Ukraine for the project, and were examining different CMS [Content Management System] options. One of the most common was Drupal. In our area, the most professional Drupal developers worked at Dev Branch. We gave them specifications for an estimate, and they provided a fair budget. They visited a couple of our events and production facilities, and we were sure they understood our needs.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started the project in July of 2016. Our first big development phase was finished by September of 2016. Throughout the last year, Dev Branch often supported us and made some small but important changes to the e-shop. We’re also planning to continue our cooperation in another big development phase.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

This is part of our commercial information that I’m not permitted to share.

How did Dev Branch perform from a project management standpoint?

They did their part perfectly. Every part of the project scope was completed. Of course, there were some minor bugs, but they were fixed quickly. The site was ready a week before the deadline.

What did you find most impressive about Dev Branch?

First of all, we were looking for a reliable company. Dev Branch guaranteed high-quality coding, and their professional team was ready to solve any challenge. They gave us advice for better implementation and usability. They’re exactly the kind of partner we wanted.

Are there any areas Dev Branch could improve?

Throughout the workflow, Dev Branch adapted to our requirements and completed all changes within our project scope and budget. We appreciated their flexibility.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I am a co-founder of an e-commerce property platform that enables users to make smarter decisions. Our target audience is made up of property shoppers in Cyprus.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Dev Branch?

We reached out to them in order to complete our project. We had started it with other freelancers but were not very happy. Our CTO started looking for programmers who could build the kind of platform we were looking for and came upon Dev Branch.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Dev Branch has developed our e-commerce platform from scratch. They were partly responsible for the design as well, but we had graphics in place. It allows users to purchase listings and particular subscriptions, and advertise on the market. People can use our solution to find their dream home.

The best feature on our platform is making custom searches based on location. Users can see advanced content listings showing price modifications and the market activity in general for the properties in their area. They can calculate what a mortgage fee would be for a listing, and can also input details about their incomes and down payment abilities in order to see what the largest house they could buy is. They can also narrow down properties based on various options.

How did you come to work with Dev Branch?

We were looking for developers who could build complicated systems and who had the knowledge to translate our needs into a software solution. Our CTO contacted a number of people through Upwork and held several interviews. He ultimately chose the ones who were best fit for our purpose, namely Dev Branch.

How much have you invested with Dev Branch?

Payments have gone through our CTO, but roughly speaking, the cost was above $25,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Dev Branch in February 2016. We are continuing to improve existing features and to implement new ones. We will start working on a version two of the site in August 2017.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We work with over 200 licensed real estate agencies and have managed to have the top 35% of all agencies listed on our platform. We only launched the site in February 2017, but we continue to attract new agencies each week, as well as individual owners. Our traffic is rising almost exponentially. Our success will consist of giving people the ability to make smarter decisions. If even one person benefits from this work, we will consider it a success.

How did Dev Branch perform from a project management standpoint?

Our communication with Dev Branch’s representative is excellent. We consider them to be ivy league programmers. The other team we had wasn't able to deliver our search functionality successfully — it had too many errors. Dev Branch has no problem delivering any functionality we request, and they have always been responsive.

The project was straightforward. We had conversations over Skype and explained to Dev Branch what we wanted each feature to do. They started work and delivered within the correct deadline for almost 99% of cases.

What did you find most impressive about Dev Branch?

They can work as a team, so, if one member doesn’t have a way of delivering something, we can communicate with each other and sort it out. The other developers we’ve worked with were mostly individuals, with no relationship between themselves. As one can imagine, there are many things which can go bad when this is the case. Dev Branch is a more integrated team, and they are always able to add value to our project, whatever the case is.

Are there any areas Dev Branch could improve?

They did everything we asked for at the correct scheduled times. I have no negative comments.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the COO at a company that helps nonprofits find grants and funding opportunities.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DevBranch?

We needed a partner to support and accelerate our engineering efforts and bring new features to market quickly. DevBranch complemented our internal team by providing additional expertise and leadership to help us move faster and more efficiently.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

DevBranch provides full-time engineering development for a wide-range of projects across both front and back end.

What is the team composition?

We work with three members of DevBranch’s team on a day-to-day basis.

How did you come to work with DevBranch?

We found DevBranch through the Drupal community. We chose them because they were collaborative, easy to work with, and had a strong team with a well-maintained GitHub plus contributions to Drupal Core.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with DevBranch in August 2024, and our engagement is ongoing and growing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

DevBranch has rolled out new engineering features that have long been in our backlog. Within 12 months, we've knocked out years worth of ideas and features for our user base.

How did DevBranch perform from a project management standpoint?

DevBranch's project management is good. We communicate via Slack, email, and Zoom meetings.

What did you find most impressive about them?

What sets DevBranch apart is their collaborative approach — they are open to feedback, transparent throughout the process, and genuinely committed to delivering results. Their ability to combine technical expertise with excellent communication has made them a valuable development partner.

Are there any areas they could improve?

At the moment, there's nothing DevBranch could improve on.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Dandesign

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Digital and AI Solutions

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Migrate Drupal 7 to Drupal 11
• Support for Drupal

SOLUTION

How did you find DevBranch?

LinkedIn

Why did you select DevBranch over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Professional approach

How many teammates from DevBranch were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

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

DevBranch helped us migrate a website for the Danish Nature Ministry from old Drupal 7 to Drupal 11. They supported our team in creating the optimal Drupal 11 structure, created most of the migration scripts and have supported our team through the entire process.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We have obtained a stable structure
Migration was done efficiently = time saved
Our team has learned more about Drupal 11

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

Project Management was professional, service minded, flexible, fair and on time. Someone you feel you can trust. 

What was your primary form of communication with DevBranch?

Email or Messaging App

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

Their high level of trust impressed us.

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

Nothing worth mentioning

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Associate of SMARTER

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Since 2021, we’ve been accommodating guests from around the world in our portfolio of central London homes. Today, we’re proud to be recognised as a class leader, representing some of London’s very finest homes and delivering highly responsive, personal and professional service to our guests and hosts alike.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Website development
• Website creation
• Website maintenance

SOLUTION

How did you find DevBranch?

Referral

Why did you select DevBranch over others?

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

How many teammates from DevBranch were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

Website development, customization and evaluation 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

A high-functioning e-commerce website which fostered short-let bookings

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

They were responsive, timely, and thorough 

What was your primary form of communication with DevBranch?

Virtual Meeting

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

Their extensive knowledge, commitment and ability to meet expectations 

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

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am a Director of The Shrimala Trust

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Non-profit community

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Development of complex Drupal site
• Custom modules
• Upgrades

SOLUTION

How did you find DevBranch?

Referral

Why did you select DevBranch over others?

• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from DevBranch were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

• Custom modules
• theming
• refactoring
• major version upgrades.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Committed code

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

At the highest level - contracting, billing, staffing - their project management was excellent. At a day to day level, I was in direct contact with the one or two developers working on my tasks at any time and to some extent supervising them myself. This was the way I wanted it, but naturally meant that timeliness and responsiveness varied depending on the individual developer.

What was your primary form of communication with DevBranch?

Email or Messaging App

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

We're impressed with their commitment to high standards of professional Drupal development, with layers of internal support, supervision and expertise, at an affordable cost.

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

I wasn't always clear how much time developers were giving to my project, but I felt that I could have achieved clarity about this if I had made the effort to find out.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an executive at Anthill Inc.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Website development.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Upgrade site from Drupal 7 to Drupal 8

SOLUTION

How did you find DevBranch?

trade show

Why did you select DevBranch over others?

Reputation for quality work.

How many teammates from DevBranch were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Upgrade old Drupal 7 site to Drupal 8 (and subsequently Drupal 9).

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Tasks completed.

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

Very responsive.

What was your primary form of communication with DevBranch?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

I was amazed at their quality work.

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

More detailed estimates. Some estimates were too broad and not useful.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Our company aims to amplify the impact of mission-driven organizations through transformational digital solutions. I am the deputy of a engineering department of roughly 40 software engineers.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We hired Dev Branch to perform php development for two large Drupal projects. After working collaboratively with Dev Branch not only did we bring them on in their engineering capacity we also let them work directly with our project managers to technically lead a project. The goal on one project was to migrate a Drupal 7 project to Drupal 9 with some additional features. On another project we had a very tight timeline to create an entirely new experience for a large non-profit. They were able to effectively integrate with complicated third-party APIs and other technically challenging features.

SOLUTION

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

A primary stakeholder from Dev Branch reached out to me proactively via email. Having the business need I did due diligence to investigate the firm and found that they had a very robust portfolio on Drupal.org and consequently started a conversation with them. After an initial discussion I felt confident in their abilities and we moved forward with a statement of work.

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

They entered the project after most designs and UI/UX were completed. We went over the features together to discuss high level product needs then collaboratively decided on technical approach. I groomed out actionable tickets and assigned them to the senior person on their team to disseminate to their team asynchronously. It was great to be able to 'walk in the door' each day and have a good amount of engineering completed since they're typical working hours end around when our working hours begin.

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

Three. There was a senior / architect level engineer, a mid-level engineer and a junior engineer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The clients have been very pleased with thew new design and features. From the start our company team members were thrilled with the candor and throughput of their work.

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

We utilized a variety of tools including Jira, Slack and GitHub to effectuate the engineering needs of the project. The Dev Branch team and I met three times a week for stand ups in addition to a weekly sprint grooming call.

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

I appreciated their ability to jump in ramp-up and be effective quickly. It was great to hear them mention that they would love more technically complicated challenges, even though in our perception we were giving them some pretty challenging technical requirements.

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

Nothing at this time.