MindSea provides expert guidance to help elevate your digital health product and create meaningful mobile and web experiences.
What we do
From strategy and UX design to development and continuous improvement of mobile and web apps, we help amplify and extend your product’s impact and improve user outcomes.
Guided by experience
Backed by an experienced team built to address your strategic needs from the start, we don’t just aim to create intelligently and beautifully designed digital health app solutions. Our goal is to build trust through collaboration to help make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people who use your products.
What we value
Collaboration. It all starts with respect – for our clients, for our employees, and for the products we’re working to improve. We’re selective about who we partner with. Because if we’re creating products that bring out the best in people, we should expect the same of those creating them.
Your health tech partner
From the initial mobile app strategy and planning process, we’re here to guide you through a successful launch and beyond with continuous iterations and improvements. We pride ourselves on being the most responsive and transparent app development partner in digital healthcare.
Advocates of user privacy
We understand the importance of creating secure and compliant apps. Not only is every team member trained on user privacy guidelines, it is also a vital part of our internal design and decision-making process for every project.
To uphold user privacy, we fully embrace encryption requirements and adhere to Canadian and global security regulations, such as:
• HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
•PIPA (Personal Information and Protection Act)
•GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
•PIPEDA (The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act)
MindSea is noted for providing good value for cost, with project investments ranging from $10,000 to over $1 million CAD. Clients appreciate their pricing fit, responsiveness, and quality of work, though some mention that costs can escalate during projects.
The company is credited with delivering impressive design work that enhances the user experience. Their focus on human-centered design and attention to detail in UI/UX is often cited as a key strength, contributing to the success of client projects.
Commitment to Client Needs and Feedback
MindSea's team is highlighted for their responsiveness and commitment to incorporating client feedback throughout the project lifecycle. They are praised for their collaborative approach and willingness to adapt to changes, ensuring the final product aligns with client expectations.
Positive Client Relationships
MindSea is recognized for building strong, positive relationships with clients, treating them as partners rather than just customers. This approach fosters long-term collaborations and a sense of shared investment in project success.
Challenges with Cost and Budgeting
Some clients have mentioned challenges related to project cost and budgeting, noting that while the quality of work is high, the costs can be significant. MindSea's pricing is sometimes seen as a barrier for smaller businesses with limited budgets.
Flexibility and Adaptability
Clients appreciate MindSea's flexibility in adapting to changing project requirements and their willingness to go beyond the initial scope when necessary. This adaptability is seen as a significant asset in dynamic project environments.
Excellent Project Management Skills
Clients frequently commend MindSea for their project management capabilities. They are noted for being organized, meeting deadlines, and maintaining clear communication through tools like Slack and Trello. Their ability to keep projects on track and within budget is a recurring positive theme.
"Working with MindSea has been a great experience."
Jan 31, 2024
Manager of Digital Products & Experience, NSCC
Anonymous
Verified
Education
Halifax, Nova Scotia
1,001-5,000 Employees
Online Review
Verified
An education company has hired MindSea for web design and development. The team is tasked with refreshing the client's web templates to achieve a responsive range with various screen sizes.
MindSea has delivered quality work in a short time. MindSea's team is punctual, with quick turnarounds and a responsive approach via virtual meetings. The client praises the team's expertise, UX design, and human-centered deliverables.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Manager, Digital Products and Experience of an education company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
We provide Nova Scotians with inclusive and flexible access to education and training.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire MindSea to accomplish?
Design, prototype and validate new website functionality
SOLUTION
How did you find MindSea?
Online Search
Why did you select MindSea over others?
Close to my geographic location
Great culture fit
Human-centred design
How many teammates from MindSea were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
MindSea refreshed our web templates to ensure they are responsive for a range of modern screen sizes (large desktop, undocked laptop, tablet, mobile).
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Discovery and design completed within original timeframe. This can be attributed to the quick turnaround and minimal need for amends/changes.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
The MindSea team turned work around quickly and were responsive.
What was your primary form of communication with MindSea?
Virtual Meeting
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
What attracted us to MindSea was their emphasis on human-centred design. We wanted a partner with expertise in user experience design who would help us iterate, challenge our thinking, and also be comfortable applying our brand guidelines.
Are there any areas for improvement or something MindSea could have done differently?
Working with MindSea has been a great experience.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
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Our Story
MindSea is a healthcare app development company that believes nothing is more important than an individual's health and wellness. We've been building apps since day one of the App Store, and our experienced North America-based team of designers and developers partners with medical practices, research teams, and healthtech founders to build well-thought-out digital health apps that have a positive impact on people's lives. Above all, we partner with others who share a sense of values and purpose.
Meet the Team
Reuben HallCEO
Reuben Hall is CEO of MindSea where he leads an experienced team creating mobile and web apps at the intersection of health, wellness, fitness, and technology. Reuben brings a user-centered approach to building products that make a positive impact.
Paul WarehamDirector of Healthcare Solutions
Paul Wareham is a seasoned product leader who helps clients bring digital health products from idea to prototype to market. At MindSea, he’s led cross-functional teams on impactful projects from mental health apps to clinician dashboards for research
Alex FerrariVP of Partnerships
Alex Ferrari is the VP of Partnerships at MindSea, focused on client experience, collaboration, and guiding digital health initiatives from concept to launch. He actively consults with businesses to develop strategies for digital health projects.
What Sets Us Apart
Healthcare app development is what we do
We work primarily with clients in health and wellness, so we understand the realities of HIPAA, clinical workflows, and patient experience before a project starts. We focus on human-centered UX design principles and plan for compliance from day one, so your app is built for your specific user needs.
The people you meet are the people who build
Our designers and developers stay involved from discovery through launch and beyond. The people doing the work are the same people who nurture the relationship, which means thoughtful candor in every conversation, a higher level of understanding, and continuity as your product evolves.
Clear communication and true collaboration
We share our knowledge and processes in a way that's easy to understand, so no one feels left out of the conversation. Our team explains the technical realities of healthcare app development in plain English with no tech jargon, working alongside you so you stay informed every step of the way.
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