Lumitech

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of African Language House

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

An online language learning platform dedicated to African languages.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Develop the language learning web application

SOLUTION

How did you find Lumitech?

Referral

Why did you select Lumitech over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Lumitech were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

Developing a landing page for users to sign up and pre-register for the app.  Develop a mobile friendly web application with various functionalies to enable language learning Streaks, points, leaderboards Vocabulary, Flashcards Grammar lessons 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Meeting our Timelines
• Staying withing expected budget
• Delivering on all project requirements

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

Absolutely fantastic. There has been daily communication with project managers and developers. Weekly Stand up calls as well to further track progress. As requirements have slightly shifted from start to finish the team has been very agile in adapting.

Dennis has also been communicative and responsive whenever we've had questions.

What was your primary form of communication with Lumitech?

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

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

The level of professionalism from the top down. The team has been fantastic and managing my expectations and agile to adjust when requirements have slightly changed.

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

Truthfully no. I have been very happy with my experience partnering with Lumitech so far and highly recommend.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of a social networking company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

A startup that is in the ideation stage woring to build a social app

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Finalize designs for app
• Define scope and build MVP

SOLUTION

How did you find Lumitech?

Online Search

Why did you select Lumitech over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Lumitech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

The Lumitech team has been incredible. I've worked with them to map our the full user journey and finalize designs for a mobile app so that we can then move onto developing an MVP. The team has held multiple workshops and writted a full business case and product document to clearly define scope for the build. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The team delivered a robust product scope document after holding several meetings to understand the goals of the business. Further, the team ws incredibly responsive and worked actively to deliver finalized designs for the product that will then be used for development.

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

The project management was superior. The team was incredibly responsive on slack and email and conducted multiple meeting to ensure they understood the goal of the project. Further, the team was very much on schedule and communicated clearly when actions were needed on our side. 

What was your primary form of communication with Lumitech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Overall, Lumitech was easy to work with and showed genuine care for the project. We have been most impressed by the attitude and ways of working where the team has been willing to explore solutions to bring our ideas to live in the product. 

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

Nothing that comes to mind

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Founder & CEO of a financial services company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Financial Research and Consulting

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Re-design our web app

SOLUTION

How did you find Lumitech?

Online Search

Why did you select Lumitech over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Personal Interview

How many teammates from Lumitech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Ours is a process driven financial research platform that delivers actionable stock market insights for retail and professional clients.

Key deliverables include:

User Personas and Journeys: Profiles of retail and professional clients, along with their workflows, to ensure the design meets their needs.
Wireframes: Low-fidelity representations of the redesigned layout for key pages (e.g., dashboards, watchlists, portfolio views).
Interactive Prototypes: Clickable prototypes to demonstrate the user flow and validate usability before development.

Responsive Front-End Code: Modern, clean, and maintainable code implementing the new designs, ensuring responsiveness across all devices.Framework choice (e.g., React, Angular, Vue)
Mobile-first design considerations
Reusable Components: Modular and scalable front-end components for elements like tabs, modals, data tables, and charts.
Performance Optimization: Front-end code optimized for speed and scalability, with focus on metrics like loading times and interactivity.

Design System: A complete set of reusable components, including buttons, forms, charts, and other UI elements, with:
Typography guidelines
Color palettes (including dark mode support if needed)
Iconography and branding elements

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The implementation of various functionalities for the end-user

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

They absolutely delivered on time. The timeline and budget were also well communicated. The team maintained great communication throughout the project, ensuring that we were always aligned and informed about progress. Their strong commitment to staying within the agreed budget while delivering high-quality results showcased their professionalism and respect for my financial resources. Their attention to detail was evident in every aspect of the deliverables, from design to implementation. It was truly a pleasure to collaborate!

What was your primary form of communication with Lumitech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Great communication, commitment to budget, attention to detail. Was a pleasure to work with.

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

I don't think so. Very close to ideal.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the SVP of Product of Brizo Data

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Brizo FoodMetrics provides data analytics and market intelligence solutions for the foodservice industry.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Develop and deliver an updated version of our web application, incorporating enhanced features, improved performance, and a refined user experience to better meet the needs of our users and align with current industry standards.
• Design and implement an internal tool to streamline data management processes, enabling efficient storage, organization to support operational needs and improve quality

SOLUTION

How did you find Lumitech?

UpWork Site

Why did you select Lumitech over others?

High ratings

How many teammates from Lumitech were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

• Provide detailed UI mockups and comprehensive user flows that align with the specified product requirements, accurately reflecting the intended functionality and user experience.
• Include the necessary code implementation to support the feature and ensure seamless integration.
• Advise on best practices for web app development to ensure optimal performance and scalability.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Features were delivered on schedule.

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

They responded on time and were always available for last-minute changes.

What was your primary form of communication with Lumitech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Their ability to quickly onboard onto projects.

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

Do not reassign individuals already assigned to the project. If this is not possible, allow for a transitional handoff period between the former and new assignee.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Engineer of Loqui Listening

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Loqui Listening is an app that provides 24/7 on-demand listening services.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Design an MVP application in 2024.
• Quality
• Keep costs in budget without sacrificing functionality.

SOLUTION

How did you find Lumitech?

• Online Search
• Linkedin.com

Why did you select Lumitech over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned
• Experiance with Denis the CEO.

How many teammates from Lumitech were assigned to this project?

11+

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

Created design in Figma, then the backend where the application and database would work.  Then after the backend was implmeneted, the Front End work connected the back end, Figma and all the API's making it seemless for users in a single application. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Weekly sprints, project update calls and then pushing updated test builds Daily throughout the week.  Using Jira to document enhancements and updates throughout the Project. 

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

Project Management was very important sharing communications what work was being done on the back and front end.  It allowed the design team to be engaged if needed for UX/UI.  And it showed me what tasks in Jira were being worked on that week and an accurate timeline for project completion. 

What was your primary form of communication with Lumitech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Quality. I appreciate the communications and the visual work the team is doing but I was most impressed they delivered a Quality application while keeping budget, costs and timelines in mind.  

Lucky to be working with them, consider them a Partner and not just a contractor.

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

None at this time. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of Tourentech

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Tourentech App is an ultimate off-road and enduro riding companion. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• IT Development

SOLUTION

How did you find Lumitech?

Referral

Why did you select Lumitech over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Lumitech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

1. Development

Scope:
The development team will be responsible for implementing new features, fixing bugs, and ensuring the technical stability of the Tourentech app. They will work closely with the QA and business teams to integrate feedback, maintain high-performance standards, and scale the app as needed.

Deliverables:
- Feature Implementation: Develop and release key features, such as Enduro Skills Training, Section Competitions, and Community Missions.
- Bug Fixes and Enhancements: Regularly address bug reports, optimize app performance, and improve functionality based on user feedback.
- API Integrations: Integrate third-party APIs, especially for navigation, real-time trail updates, and social sharing.
- Security and Data Protection: Implement robust security protocols to protect user data, and follow industry best practices for data encryption and storage.

2. Quality Assurance

Scope:
The QA team is tasked with ensuring that all app functionalities work seamlessly and meet user expectations. They will perform testing on new and existing features to identify any issues, including usability testing, load testing, and automated testing when applicable.

Deliverables:
- Test Plans and Cases: Develop and document comprehensive test plans and cases for all key features and updates.
- Bug Reports and Tracking: Log, prioritize, and track bugs or issues identified during testing, and work with development for timely resolution.
- Performance Testing: Conduct load and stress tests to ensure the app performs well under high user demand and handles scalability requirements.

3. Project Management

Scope:
Project management will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all aspects of the app's development and release cycles. They will work cross-functionally to ensure each team stays aligned with deadlines, budget, and objectives.

Deliverables:
- Project Plan and Timeline: Establish and maintain a detailed project plan, outlining each feature’s timeline, testing phases, and release dates.
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the project life cycle, with contingency plans in place for potential delays.
- Progress Reports: Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders, highlighting completed milestones, current status, and any risks or delays.
- Post-Launch Review: Facilitate a post-launch review to assess what went well, identify improvement areas, and set a framework for future iterations.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The launch of the Tourentech app on the App Store has been a resounding success! From day one, the app attracted a growing community of off-road and enduro enthusiasts who are excited about its curated trails, interactive maps, and real-time trail condition updates. 

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

The project management for the Tourentech app launch was highly effective and well-coordinated, ensuring a smooth and timely delivery. The team maintained a clear project plan with well-defined milestones and consistently met deadlines, demonstrating strong organization and a commitment to quality. They responded promptly to feedback and feature requests, proactively adjusting priorities to align with our evolving needs. Communication was seamless, with regular updates and a clear roadmap that kept the project on track from development through to launch. Overall, their project management was exceptional, enabling a successful and timely launch on the App Store.

What was your primary form of communication with Lumitech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

What stood out most about this company was its deep involvement and passion for the Tourentech project. The team wasn’t just executing tasks; they were genuinely invested in creating an exceptional development. Their hands-on approach was evident in everything from the level of detail they applied to each feature to their responsiveness to feedback throughout development. This commitment went beyond simply delivering a functional app—they created a platform that brings real value to its users, backed by a team that truly believes in its mission.

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

Honestly, Lumitech's execution on the Tourentech project was impressive, and there are no immediate areas for improvement that come to mind. The team delivered on all aspects, from project management and feature quality to user engagement and responsiveness. Their proactive approach and commitment to excellence have set a solid foundation for future growth and continued success.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Managing Partner of a business consulting company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Building workforce intelligence for engagement and capacity to act 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Build the digital core of our market offering

SOLUTION

How did you find Lumitech?

Online Search

Why did you select Lumitech over others?

• Great culture fit
• Best fit evaluation in up front prototype competition

How many teammates from Lumitech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Full service delivery with business analysis, architecture, design, back- and front-end and project management:

• user onboarding and settings
• core process and logic
• platform and instance administration
• multi-platform, multi-language interface

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Architected, designed and build the deliverables based on provided and bespoke requirements within the cost and quality range. 

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

• Project management matured quickly to reliable planning and execution monitoring. 
• Items were to a great deal delivered on time, feedback and details were requested quickly in the process. 
• Escalation management worked especially well, high portrayal of ownership and sensitivity to our needs.  

What was your primary form of communication with Lumitech?

Virtual Meeting

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

Their dispersed team and open communications helped create an atmosphere of belonging and inclusion for us as a customer. They are a company with a willingness and ability to learn and improve quickly. Their focus on outcome (rather than quick delivery or stubborn scope implementation) is exceptional and very welcomed. 

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

As noted, the company is eager to learn and improve and never shy of an open, constructive discussion. All of our findings were handled with caution and care for their team and to our satisfaction. 

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the co-founder and managing director of a service payment provider with an online platform that allows paid interactions between users and their Instagram or LinkedIn followers and the general audience. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Lumitech?

We needed support to create the web platform we wanted to offer.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Lumitech was responsible for our web application UI/UX, front- and backend development, and general graphic design. Lumitech created a Figma wireframe layout, the color scheme, fonts, and typography. The team used React for development. 

What is the team composition?

We initially worked with a key account manager, who was then substituted by another project manager. We also worked with a frontend developer, a backend developer, and a Figma designer.

How did you come to work with Lumitech?

We initially searched for service providers on Toptal and Upwork and made a selection of companies that we wanted to work with. We searched for more information about those companies on Google, and after researching and looking at the references on Lumitech's website, we approached them.
How much have you invested with them?

We spent around $18,000–$22,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Lumitech in January 2024, and the team completed the web app at the beginning of July 2024. The team has finished the project and offers post-launch feedback and support to fix bugs.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We haven't launched our platform yet and don't have KPIs to measure. However, Lumitech offered an excellent price for this development project based on the different business proposals we received. We were very satisfied with the product, and all the pre-launch testing phases went well. Lumitech corrected all of the bugs we encountered, and although we don't have performance metrics yet, we received what we expected from the project. 

How did Lumitech perform from a project management standpoint?

Lumitech was surprisingly structured and had tools that ensured they never forgot anything. The team gave us daily work updates and kept a vigorous structure. Lumitech's project management was great, and we always had a teammate to reach out to. We communicated through Slack and weekly Google Meet calls. We still communicate through our Slack channel for maintenance.

We communicated so well with Lumitech's developers that I don't think the project manager was essential. However, it was nice to have that point of contact who brought the team together and had the best knowledge of English. 
Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?

We mostly worked with Lumitech's frontend designer. Although he doesn't work with Lumitech anymore, we appreciated his work because he was timely, reachable, and understood our platform well. Lumitech's backend developer and Figma designer also had a good understanding of our platform and took the time to understand our mission. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

I was mostly impressed with Lumitech's professional project management structure. The team worked great to get an in-depth understanding of what we wanted, which was great for a startup. Other companies can trust them by creating their initial platform, website, or anything related to their corporate identity. Lumitech ensured they were getting our identity correctly.

Are there any areas they could improve?

Some of our feedback got lost in translation, and certain things about our platform weren't fixed immediately because the teams' knowledge of English wasn't perfect. However, we were aware Lumitech's teammates weren't native English speakers since we decided to engage with them. 

Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?

I suggest giving Lumitech all the information you have and an exact rundown of how you want your product. The team is excellent at trying to understand your requirements and will do their best, but it's better if the client provides them with all the necessary information.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder and CEO 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

A mobile-first social platform designed to foster personal growth and the development of a variety of life skills

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• MVP application development

SOLUTION

How did you find Lumitech?

Referral

Why did you select Lumitech over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned
• Understanding UX requirements

How many teammates from Lumitech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

1. Learning Platform: The lifeschool MVP is a cross-platform native app designed to provide a unique social platform by seamlessly integrating personalized and collective learning experiences, ensuring accessibility and engagement for all users.
2. Effortless User Onboarding and Authentication: The app provides a user-friendly sign-in process with multiple account creation options and a personalized onboarding experience that tailors content to individual interests and needs.
3. Engaging Learning Opportunities: At its core, lifeschool features a 'Challenge' section filled with a variety of learning activities that encourage both self-driven and collaborative learning.
4. Interactive Community Building: The 'Chats' feature enhances the learning experience by enabling thoughtful discussions and AI-assisted interactions, promoting a culture of knowledge exchange and shared learning.
5. User-Centric Design and Control: lifeschool prioritizes a seamless user experience through a robust architecture and an intuitive design, giving users control over their profile settings and notification preferences, ensuring a clean, engaging, and customizable experience.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Publishing the app in App Stores

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

Responsible and transparent

What was your primary form of communication with Lumitech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Very experienced in native mobile app development and working seamlessly with UX designers.

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

So far, Lumitech has been doing a perfect job.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of a software company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Modern software helping charter bus operators digitally transform their business.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Create a react native mobile app from scratch

SOLUTION

How did you find Lumitech?

• upwork

Why did you select Lumitech over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Excellent skills

How many teammates from Lumitech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Denis from Lumitech act as an embedded member of our team. He's been with us since day 1, tasked with creating a cross-platform mobile app from scratch that included:

• Driver app with GPS tracking, routing, and geofencing
• Complex logic for stop completion
• Admin app with significant coverage compared to web functionality

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We launched our mobile app on time with our web app, allowing us to launch our business according to our original estimates. Since launch, we've been releasing new features on schedule and exactly according to our design requirements. Bugs have been minimal and the app has been very stable.

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

Denis is extremely professional, responsive, and skilled. Items have been consistently delivered on time and according to specs. Whenever a technical challenge comes up, Denis is quick to provide solutions or alternative approaches that satisfy the customer's needs.

What was your primary form of communication with Lumitech?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The complete package - senior react native developers that are professional, care about the business and about our end customers, are proud of their work and are passionate.

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

No, our experience with Denis has been fantastic.