Devima Solutions

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Our company is building a location-based content sharing platform. We are also working on the development of PAAS backend infrastructure tools. I was leading the projects and working directly with Devima's team.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

In order to launch new versions of both web applications, we needed support from a front-end team.

SOLUTION

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

We found Devima along with several other dev-shops. During the interview process, we were impressed with Devima's expertise and decided to partner with them. We first discovered them on one of the freelancing platforms.

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

We had weekly meetings during which we planned 2 weeks sprint. The scope was not pre defined, instead we would agree on the scope of the next 2 weeks etc. Devima's team was using React for both web apps. Technologies: Javascript, React, Node.js, Postman, Google Cloud, Vercel. Some of the features were the text editor, implementation of server side rendering, feed, SEO optimization, video player, live-streaming etc.

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

We worked with one full-stack developer, and had monthly contact with their management team on administrative matters.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We managed to significantly speed up the development process, and launch two web applications within 4 months.

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

We used Linear for project management, Slack and Around for communications.

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

The speed and quality of development.

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

Nothing that we can point out. We were very happy with our partnership.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

We’re an IT consulting and software development company based in Lithuania. We work primarily with clients in the Scandinavian region, specifically Sweden and Finland. We develop local projects as well. We’re working with a wide range of companies, from tourism to construction.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Devima Solutions?

We were working with a cloud services provider in Finland that had an API they provided to their customers. We were tasked with building a range of libraries for that API in different languages. We had in-house resources for some of those, like Python and JavaScript, but not for PHP. We decided to look for an external partner, and we found Devima.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They provided PHP development services.

What is the team composition?

I was in contact primarily with Oleh (Co-Owner & VP of Business Development). I signed the contract with him, and he acted as project manager.

How did you come to work with Devima Solutions?

We were looking for partnerships with local companies in Lithuania, so we published a request on social media. Oleh responded and introduced his company. We had several calls and Hangouts meetings where we described the task and technologies involved. Based on these experiences, we decided to give them a try.

We introduced them to the customer and started the work. We signed a contract and worked in two- and three-week sprints. We made an additional annex for each sprint. The initial collaboration was successful, so we prolonged it.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent €20,000–€30,000 (approximately $24,000–$36,000 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together between September 2020–February 2021.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We did an initial review of Devima’s work using our own specialists well as another one on the customer side. They've done a great job and worked well with our team to provide the best services possible to the customer.

How did Devima Solutions perform from a project management standpoint?

We had a lot of restrictions because of the pandemic, so all the work had to be remote. We used timesheets to track the work, and everything was transparent. They gave us enough information to understand how things were going. We communicated via email and a Slack channel. Being from the same country, communication was easier than it would’ve been with a company from Ukraine, for example.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They’re a young and enthusiastic team, but not to the point of underestimating the work. They kept the project on track and communicated well. I never saw a lack of knowledge on their side and they accepted all our schedule challenges.

Are there any areas they could improve?

There’s nothing in particular that I could suggest.

Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?

In the beginning, we agreed to do a small chunk of work with them to see how they’d work with us and the customer. Things went well, so we continued.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

We are integrating two groups with salons — customers and freelancers like makeup artists and other aesthetic specialists — as well as managing bookings and payments.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Devima Solutions?

We needed help with app development.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Devima Solutions built both of our applications from scratch for iOS and Android — one for service providers and one for customers. We have been working more on iOS than we have on Android because most of the people in our region have iPhones. They also created an admin panel for us.

We’ve moved step-by-step through every stage of technical development. They’ve integrated with the payment gateway in Saudi Arabia and work with the technical team from our local bank.

What is the team composition?

Our main contact is Oleh (Co-Owner and VP of Business Development). We work with the rest of the team, but Oleh is the one who mostly responds to our queries.

How did you come to work with Devima Solutions?

I did a benchmark with a couple of companies from different countries and arranged a call with each of them. Devima convinced me in our discussion.

How much have you invested in them?

We have spent around $35,000 with them.

What is the status of this engagement?

We’ve been working with them since March 2020. The apps have been completed, and we are in the final stages and will be launching our applications soon. Devima Solutions is also providing maintenance for us.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Devima Solutions’ service was very niche and high-quality, and they have been supportive and quick to respond to our queries. We checked the quality of the apps, and it is very high. I have been using the customer-facing application, and even though I don’t see the coding or the backend, I can tell that the quality is very high, especially when I move from one page to another. I am very happy using the application.

Because we don’t have a store for our services, the applications will be our main asset. We are proud of that asset, which is why we were very careful when we selected Devima Solutions to develop it.

How did Devima Solutions perform from a project management standpoint?

They finish projects on time. We have a weekly call regarding development and the stage we’re in. Their quality is very high, and they are very supportive. Whenever there are any issues, they fix them immediately.

We have used Slack, and we also have a WhatsApp group. Devima Solutions has us download the application offline using a solution called App Distribution.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I am very happy to have signed a contract with Devima Solutions and would recommend them to many of my friends who are thinking of starting a business and creating an application. They knew we needed a certain level of comfortability with our vendor to achieve a successful project.

Devima Solutions gives advice when we ask them, and they have been helpful to us in our startup environment. They are also very careful when it comes to delivering high-quality code and a high-quality application interface.

Are there any areas they could improve?

Nothing comes to mind. I believe they have done their work properly.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

You should follow up with Devima Solutions. We have weekly calls, but the application is very sensitive; it is our main asset, and the only asset we have, so we follow up with them. Perhaps we do it too much, but I think any entrepreneur should do the same.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the product and design lead at a web and app development studio.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Devima Solutions?

We needed help with development for a third-party client.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Devima Solutions helped us create a tool to connect users with licensed mental health practitioners and life coaches. First, we had an initial conversation. Then, we produced a series of designs and wireframes. We worked together to scope out the product features and additional functionalities.

Next, we assigned times to each step of the process. They worked in two-week sprints. Finally, they delivered a fully completed tool. It uses a React frontend and Node.js backend. The tool offers instant messaging, onboarding questions, search results, filtering, and video calling technology.

What is the team composition?

We worked Oleh (Co-Owner & VP of Business Development).

How did you come to work with Devima Solutions?

They did some work for me in my previous role.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in November 2020, and we wrapped up in March 2021.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We haven’t deployed it yet, but there are no bugs. In previous projects, there are usually quite a few bugs when big features are released; With Devima, however, there was literally nothing wrong.

They always went the extra mile when we wanted to change something last minute. The team was very responsive and helpful.

How did Devima Solutions perform from a project management standpoint?

We used Jira and Confluence for project management. We collaborated very well together. They took the reins and completed every task in a timely manner.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The quality of their work was always great. They were responsive to our needs and changes in ways other development firms wouldn’t have been.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, nothing comes to mind.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

My advice is to work with them. They’re the best development group I’ve ever worked with.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m an SVP of operations at PSL Group, a group of companies with different businesses. I work in the business market research division. We’re dedicated to putting information into the service of medicine.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Devima Solutions?

We do programming for web studies for our clients. The nature of the market research industry is we receive a lot of changes or extra work on every single project. We were facing issues where changes weren’t properly delivered to us or weren’t properly identified in the document.

The result was errors in programming. It very often led to increased, unforeseen costs on the project and damaging our reputation with our clients. We needed a tool to help us to itemize and order those changes. We decided to outsource this task.

SOLUTION

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

Before the changes log, the percentage of projects that we had to redo because of errors was a bit more than 5%. Now it’s about 2%. The reason why other business groups decided to use them is that they liked the code a lot. It was very clean.

How did Devima Solutions perform from a project management standpoint?

It was quite a smooth and seamless process. They gave us the ETA, and we had regular meetings. In the beginning, it was more frequent where I’d answer any of the questions they had. After that, we met on a weekly basis to see where we were.

If they had any questions, they reached out on an ad hoc basis. It was a good experience working with them. We didn’t need a lot of back and forth. They had a tool they used but we communicated with them via email.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their cost and experience are great.

Are there any areas they could improve?

Devima Solutions could improve on product management. They could be more upfront. We did have changes with this tool. That’s why it took more than what we were planning. The cost was a bit higher.

It’s not that they did a bad job communicating that there’d be extra time and cost but I’d have liked it to be a bit more upfront so we’d be able to plan our time much more accurately. Additionally, there have been some language barriers.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Have your own business analyst and come prepared as much as possible. Ensure that the requirements are fully understood by the team and you should have no problems.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am on of the cofounders at a software company, Howl. We are building a design platform that allows content creators and small businesses to easily create compelling interactive designs.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

Our team had developed a unique engine for our design building platform. Our goals were to refactor and solidify our core engine for the design building platform, as well as develop some wireframes and mock-ups for various views.

SOLUTION

How did you select Devima Solutions and what were the deciding factors?

We found Devima Solutions through upwork. As a technical person, it was easy to see Devima's development expertise and their capabilities through the success of their previous projects. We then proceeded to craft an interview / test task, as recommended by Maksym (CEO / Founder of Devima).

We were very impressed by the rapid understanding and development time from Devima, especially given the complex task. We began our relationship with Devima for front-end development contracting.

We were so impressed with Dmytro, our assigned developer, that we wanted to see how if the team could also help with some of our UI / UX development. Devima provided an awesome UI / UX professional, Maria, who helped design a few pages in Figma for a "test task".

She asked all of the right questions, focused on every little detail, and moved quickly.

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

• React
• Redux
• JS
• Figma
• Github
• Codepen
• Google Docs

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

We have worked with three people from Devima (so far)

1. Maksym (Manager)
2. Dmytro (Senior React / JS developer)
3. Mariia (UI / UX Designer)

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

React Development :

• Great documentation
• Clean Code
• Integrates well into our overall system
• Follows our design specifications very closely
• Optimized for performance, which we were UI / UX Design
• Beautiful Interactive Designs
• Many design edge cases considered
• Consistent theming
• Component library included

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

Our project management style was quite simple. We essentially had a backlog of software features / designs. We constantly added to this backlog and reprioritized items. Dmytro and Maria moved at such a quick pace we didn't even feel the need to give them fixed deadlines.

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

Devima has a very unique combination of impressive qualities. They are great communicators, top notch developers / designers, move extremely fast, collaborative / enjoyable to work with, and affordable. What more could you ask for?

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

Not that I can think of, honestly.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m CEO of an advertising technology startup based in Seattle. We build technology and offer services to different companies in the advertising ecosystem. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Devima Solutions?

We were building out an OpenRTB platform for running advertising auctions at a large scale and needed someone skilled in full-stack development to facilitate the front- and backend builds.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We integrated one team member into our engineering team as an embedded resource. He works with our team, joins our planning sessions, takes part in standups, and functions as one of our team members.

We provided him with user stories to implement on a daily basis. He’s worked in React and Redux on the frontend and Node.js, Xpress Framework, and MySQL. Everything is running on an AWS cluster. Their work manages user participation in real-time advertising auctions. 

What is the team composition?

We worked solely with one team member. 

How did you come to work with Devima Solutions?

I found him on Upwork and gave him a test task, along with other vendor options. He completed it pretty quickly and accurately, so we hired them. 

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent $15,000–$20,000 to date.  

What is the status of this engagement?

We’ve been working with him since October 2020.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

After the project was complete, we noticed that the teammate they provided was so effective in the work that we wanted to keep him on staff. He’s continued working full-time with us for a few months now.

I’ve been impressed with his work since his first day. He outperforms many of our internal developers.  

How did Devima Solutions perform from a project management standpoint?

We communicate through Slack. If I want some insight into their staffing availability, I’ll message the team on LinkedIn. Here, we use Azure DevOps to do code reviews. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

He executes on our requirements and gets things done. His English is very strong and he’s never had any trouble understanding our needs.  

Are there any areas they could improve?

I can’t think of anything.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the founder of Dreamten, a UI/UX firm.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Devima Solutions?

We were working on a B2B app development project, but the subject matter was pretty complicated and full-stack development isn’t our specialty. The client came to us with a few design concepts, but the UI/UX was awful and the software had a lot of bugs. We subcontracted to Devima Solutions to develop the platform.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

I gave them a high-level concept and Dmytro (CTO) understood what we wanted to do right away, despite the complexity of the project. The app takes hyper-complex mathematical models and uses SVG and canvas to visualize mathematical organizations. It was like creating a flow chart with hundreds of different nodes.

Devima Solutions built components based on the API documentation and endpoints that our clients provided and the frontend markups we gave them. Then they implemented that into the system so we could navigate the platform. They used Firebase to develop the product, React to build the frontend, and Node.js for the backend.

What is the team composition?

I worked with Oleh (Co-Owner) and Dmytro.

How did you come to work with Devima Solutions?

I found them through Upwork. We hired three different agencies and chose Devima Solutions because they performed the best.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent between $10,000–$50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

The project lasted from October–December 2020.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Although the app isn’t ready to launch just yet, it is much better than the older version. It functions like a desktop app and processes data instantaneously Before the project, mathematicians spent about a month on each model, but the software helps them complete them within 20–30 minutes.

They were able to preserve every pixel that we designed. They even took some of our workload off of our plate as well by helping with the UX design work.

A third-party developer thought their work was amazing. He rarely compliments other developers, so his praise is very sincere.

How did Devima Solutions perform from a project management standpoint?

We had standup meetings with our developer and project manager twice a week. They worked very quickly. They frequently pushed through tasks and they communicated their progress well. They updated us almost every day.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They’re reliable and they communicate well. They were aware of deadlines and our budget, which ensured that everything went smoothly. The price was very reasonable and worth every penny. Other agencies would have charged us twice as much and we wouldn’t have the same results.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I can’t think of anything they need to improve.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Trust them because they will steer you in the right direction. They have a lot of experience so they don’t need to be micromanaged.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of Versured, an insurance company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Devima Solutions?

We needed a partner that could develop a website based on the designs we provided. We were already working with another development partner, but they were having a hard time building the platform so it looked exactly like our designs.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

All of our UI/UX designs were uploaded on Figma. From there, they developed it on our live website. They used ReactJs, NextJS, and NodeJS.

What is the team composition?

I worked with the CEO and three developers.

How did you come to work with Devima Solutions?

They were referred to us by our UI/UX design team.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent about $30,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

The project began in August 2020 and is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

They were able to duplicate the designs perfectly. We get compliments on our website all the time. The interface has rave reviews.

How did Devima Solutions perform from a project management standpoint?

Whenever we need something, they get it done for us. Communication was the best we could hope for, but we did miss some deadlines.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They dug into the project to understand the issues. They called our other integration partners to address various challenges. They felt like an in-house team.  

Are there any areas they could improve?

They could improve their billing process for US-based customers. The invoices are in a spreadsheet that is very vague, their contracts are in another language, and it has been difficult to navigate their payment process.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Clear communication is key. If customers can do that, Devima Solutions has the resources and the team to perform.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Owner of an online media company

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

Front-end coding of our new brand. Our biggest project to date so choosing the right partner for the front-end development was essential for us.

SOLUTION

How did you select Devima Solutions and what were the deciding factors?

They were very responsive, gave a in-depth cost analysis and breakdown/milestones of the project. We contacted a few agencies and they came out as the best fit for us.

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

We had a Figma design as a deliverable and technical requirements to follow. They coded the front-end with all our requirements and specifics in mind. They split up the project into 4 milestones which was great to keep track of progress.

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

3 in total. Developers and CTO.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The handover to our backend developers has taken place after sign-off by our CTO. Both CTO and backend developers are all in agreement that the quality of the code is great and makes it easy to integrate with our back-end.

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

We added members of their team onto our Slack. They were always there for questions or to share updates. Overall a good experience. Additionally we logged bugs and feedback in Trello to wich we also give them access and issues raised there were always fixed in a timely manner.

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

The communication and the quality of the work were really impressive. No issues requesting changes or giving feedback and having it implemented.

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

The project went a bit over our deadline but that is quite common everywhere when it comes to IT projects, so nothing new or special for us. On the other hand, the quality of the work delivered exceeded our expectations which for us was far more important.