Fusion Tech

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an executive at Bfriendz

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Developing an app

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fusion Tech to accomplish?

• To design an application
• To develop an application
• To release the application

SOLUTION

How did you find Fusion Tech?

upwork

Why did you select Fusion Tech over others?

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

How many teammates from Fusion Tech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

To design and develop an application from start to finish

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Biweekly demonstration call and follow ups. 

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

Timely resolution of matters and on track deliveries

What was your primary form of communication with Fusion Tech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Their going above and beyond the initial design and development has been impressive. Ideas suggesting, improvements and extensive testing

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

Let know in advance of any programing related matters that client is not aware of such as a decision making for one feature could impact the future development timing and would lead back to re-programming. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Founder of a fitness company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Workout tracking app

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fusion Tech to accomplish?

• Create MVP iOS app from scratch

SOLUTION

How did you find Fusion Tech?

Referral

Why did you select Fusion Tech over others?

Referred to me

How many teammates from Fusion Tech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

We're building an iOS app and needed a quick way to spin up an MVP, which included front end and back end development. Key deliverable was to get the app up and running so that we could get into the hands of real users and start getting feedback to iterate on the product

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Fusion Tech delivered on the MVP app! And was very responsive to feedback to build on the initial version

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

One of the best parts of working with the Fusion Tech team was the support of the project manager to coordinate across our small team

What was your primary form of communication with Fusion Tech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They were very responsive and receptive to feedback.

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

There were a few times where they could've flagged issues earlier so that we could get ahead of them

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the executive of SchoolSmart

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a financial planning and advice company tailored for the education sector.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fusion Tech to accomplish?

• We engaged Fusion Tech to tackle the development, testing, and deployment of the MVP for our new product. Our objective was clear: to overcome technical challenges and host an MVP for rigorous testing phases, ensuring the project's viability and effectiveness right from its early stages.
• To provide experienced advice on security and technical implementation.

SOLUTION

How did you find Fusion Tech?

Online Search

Why did you select Fusion Tech over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Demonstrated rapid understanding of the functional requirements, and nothing was missed.

How many teammates from Fusion Tech were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

Overview of the School Fee Calculator The "School Fee Calculator" was designed as a pivotal tool for parents and guardians, aiming to assist in the financial planning of children’s education—a crucial concern in today's high-cost educational landscape. Unlike tools aimed at educational institutions, this calculator was specifically tailored to meet the needs of families, helping them to forecast and manage long-term schooling expenses. 

• Fusion’s role was crucial in translating this vision into a functional and user-friendly product, serving as the core feature of the initial website. Scope Fusion utilized their expertise to deliver a product that met the specified requirements and provided meaningful service to the end-users. Front-End Website Development The front-end of the website was developed based on designs supplied by us. 
• The team was responsible for creating responsive and visually appealing layouts that aligned with the provided design specifications. 
  • Front-End Calculator Tool Development: The core feature of the project, the development of the calculator tool, required careful implementation in accordance with the detailed requirements provided, ensuring accuracy and user-friendliness. 
  • Back-End Development: This phase included the creation of APIs, database design, and the development of the logic that powered the front-end calculator. Robust and scalable solutions were crucial to support the functionality of the calculator. 
  • Hosting Environment and Deployment: Fusion provided recommendations for a suitable hosting environment, which included specifications, setup, and deployment of the release code to ensure optimal performance and security. 
  • Database Management: Consideration Although a formal content management system was considered likely out of scope due to budget constraints, a mechanism for database updates—including edits and updates—was devised and provided. This enabled ongoing maintenance and adjustments as necessary.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The MVP not only met but exceeded our expectations, functioning flawlessly while remaining within budget and on schedule. The only delays encountered were from our side, which speaks volumes about Fusion Tech's punctuality and project management prowess. The level of polish on the MVP has been so high that our testers have expressed interest in sharing it within their networks. We are now confidently proceeding to launch the full, hosted version of the product.

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

Fusion Tech’s project management was exemplary, characterized by professionalism, precision, and proactive communication, especially noted in our interactions with Anton, the Project Manager. Despite time zone differences, their responsiveness and availability were outstanding, making the entire process smooth and enjoyable. Their inclusive pricing model, devoid of hidden costs and full transparency on spec changes, was particularly commendable.
However, the use of multiple communication channels sometimes led to oversight and slight delays. Streamlining communication could further enhance their already impressive service delivery.

What was your primary form of communication with Fusion Tech?

Virtual Meeting

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

Fusion Tech came with an impeccable reputation, and they rapidly developed an insightful engagement with our project's needs. They stood out due to their detailed questioning, rapid grasp of complex and subtle project rules, and their ability to offer sound technical advice upfront. 
The work was meticulously planned and executed, encompassing a Javascript/Node.js/postgres DB architecture, which included a custom front-end data visualizer, API development, backend logic, database integration, and rigorous implementation of business rules.

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

The only area for improvement would be the management of project communication channels. Correspondence was dispersed across multiple channels, including email, Slack, Figma comments, and Google Doc comments. This sometimes resulted in delays or overlooked details (and primarily at my end). However, this is a typical challenge in multi-channel projects, and Anton was notably adept at minimizing redundant communications and ensuring that critical information was not missed. Streamlining the communication channels could further enhance the efficiency and clarity of the project management process.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co-founder of Labour the App

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Labour the App is a mobile application for family planning.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fusion Tech to accomplish?

• Design the mobile application
• Build the mobile application

SOLUTION

How did you find Fusion Tech?

Referral

Why did you select Fusion Tech over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Other

How many teammates from Fusion Tech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

We wanted a partner who could help us design our mobile application as well as build for approval on the App Store.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Design approval
• Approval on the App Store.

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

Our Project Manager was highly communicative, we met with her weekly virtually but also had constant communication over chat and email. The team was good about hitting their timelines and highly responsive.

What was your primary form of communication with Fusion Tech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The quality of work has been excellent - when others have reviewed the code they've been impressed with the thoughtful organization and overall design.

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

Overall, we’ve been extremely happy with their work. I think communicating deliverable timelines could always be improved.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the COO of a software development and consulting company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Custom software development and consultancy services

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fusion Tech to accomplish?

• web development

SOLUTION

How did you find Fusion Tech?

Online Search

Why did you select Fusion Tech over others?

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

How many teammates from Fusion Tech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Fusion Tech helped us with a complex web application when we needed to strengthen the team and speed up the delivery. We worked on a time and material basis and the main areas of work were backend and frontend development.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Fusion tech developers helped us deliver the project on time maintaining high quality at the same time.

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

Communication was great, they were very responsive. We always found common ground and overall it was fun to work together.

What was your primary form of communication with Fusion Tech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They are very transparent and very honest. They manage the expectations and they are responsible for their work.

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

We had an amazing experience with Fusion Tech and there are no major things I can highlight for improvements

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of HR Network Club

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

HR Network was born in 2016. Created in Ukraine by experts in Tech Recruitment with over 7 years of experience, HR Network team spread across the world: Europe, Eastern Europe and the USA. We cover different time zones and work with passion to provide the support you need 24/7/365.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fusion Tech to accomplish?

• Development own CRM system
• Support ongoing realize

SOLUTION

How did you find Fusion Tech?

Upwork

Why did you select Fusion Tech over others?

Deep understanding our tasks

How many teammates from Fusion Tech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

To begin with, we created the architecture of the Web application. Next, we developed a structure for each user and the interaction between them. At our request, they made a simple design.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Hourly rate and terms/deadlines

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

We always got what we wanted. There was never a deadline, everything was on time. Pleasantly surprised by the constant support and prompt responses to our requests (refinement).

What was your primary form of communication with Fusion Tech?

Virtual Meeting

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

Strong management. They have great quality and a deep understanding of our project.

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

I think they are on the right track

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of (a/an) Advertising & marketing

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Digital Media and Design

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Fusion Tech to accomplish?

• Front end and back end development

SOLUTION

How did you find Fusion Tech?

Online Search

Why did you select Fusion Tech over others?

Pricing first our budget

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

We needed help developing the back end for an internal project. Fusion was always on time and provided great quality and communication.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Presentations showcasing product functionality

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

All items were delivered on time and within budget.

What was your primary form of communication with Fusion Tech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email
• Messaging App

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

Their communication was very clear and consistent.

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

Nothing comes to mind at this time.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm a CEO of the Chicago-based Software Development Company

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We have hired Fusion Tech as a vendor for one of the projects. The goal was to create a mobile app that would connect to the existing client management portal.

SOLUTION

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

We have selected Fusion Tech for the combination of price and quality.

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

The vendor has delivered a cross-platform mobile app for medical scheduling based on our design and requirements. The app was designed for iOS and Android markets.

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

The vendor has assigned the following specialists for our project:

• PM
• Front/Backend Development
• QA specialist

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The mobile app is being successfully used by hundreds of users, which fully matches the goal of the project. The user base is steadily growing.

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

The project manager is easy to communicate with via phone or Slack.

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

The development went as planned, and all deliverables have been achieved. The project manager kept us informed of any changes and set the correct expectations.

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

None that I could think of.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am Founder and CEO of MyHealthBuddy

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Fusion Tech?

We got the UI/UX for our App designed from FusionTech

SOLUTION

How did you select Fusion Tech?

We searched online. FusionTech team fit really well in our budget and their past work in the same area

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

Userflows UX Design UI Design

How many resources from the Fusion Tech team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We worked with their Project manager and 3/4 other resources

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We are absolutely satisfied with their delivery. It was timely, the design came out as expected.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The communication was very satisfactory through weekly video calls and regular query handling and project updates on Slack.

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

Their ability to understand our requirements is impressive in the workflow.

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

If their App development could fit into our budget :-)

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

President and CTO of the company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

Fusion Tech coded the front end of the app development.

SOLUTION

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

I found the app designers 1st online

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

Fusion Tech designed the app pages, then build the app front end to match the designs for IOS and Android in React Native. Pushed code to GitHub and App Stores.

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

There are 2 project managers, 2 app designers, and app developer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The app was functional and in beta testing in 1 month.

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

Project management was available at all hours to discuss issues.

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

The team built the app with very little direction. They just got the concept of the app from the beginning.

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

No. Was good.