Origami Studios

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the CEO of a Digital Agency. We offer end to end digital solutions from development to marketing and everything in between.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We hired the Origami Studios team to develop a mobile app for one of our clients. The app was supposed to accept orders placed by direct customers. Client’s aim was to streamline their order management and resource allotment.

SOLUTION

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

We have been working with a lot of technology partners lately. For this project, we needed someone who specializes in app development. On our call with the vendor’s team, we quickly understood they had a firm grasp of app development - so we hired them.

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

Initially the app features and project scope was mapped out. Later when they started the development, their team came up with a few design concepts for the app. After a few iterations, we finalized a version which was then being developed. Their team not only helped us develop the app from scratch but also deploy it on various app marketplaces.

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

We worked with a team of app developers, an account manager, and UI/UX designer. And yes, we also had a few calls with the CEO himself. Their entire team is friendly and cooperative.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The project was delivered well before the deadline. Since the day the app has been launched, it has been downloaded over 10,000 times so far. The way the entire project was taken care of was commendable.

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

JIRA and slack were used for project management. We had stand-up calls on every Monday and Friday via Zoom to discuss the project’s progress.

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

We are impressed with their professionalism, work ethic, and overall execution. Their team worked really hard to ensure that the app was perfect. Kudos to their great work.

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

No.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Chief Operating Officer of a blind dating platform. We match individuals based on their preferences and not on physical traits.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We wanted to develop a mobile app which allowed individuals to connect with like-minded individuals. People who share common interests, values, etc.

SOLUTION

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

They were referred to us by our technical consultant. We selected them as their pricing was quite reasonable and they had extensive experience working with mobile applications.

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

The app was supposed to show a list of people nearby based on their interests. Upon matching, the couple can initiate a video call that’s blurred and can increase/decrease the density of blur if they wish to. We also wanted to add in-app purchases and ads in the later stage.

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

A team of 3 app developers worked on our project. We also had a project manager who orchestrated the resources for us.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

While it’s too soon to talk about the numbers - but the app they have developed turned out better than we had initially imagined. They really took the time to understand our objectives and created an app like none other. We are very optimistic about it.

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

The project was managed via Slack and JIRA. They were proactive and efficient at communication.

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

Their team took the time to learn about our core objectives. They didn’t try to rush the project by copying a prototype of the app or something. Instead, they crafted a unique experience based on our preferences. Overall they did a fantastic job.

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

Nothing much.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Product Manager at a leading healthcare startup revolutionizing the industry with cutting-edge technology and sophisticated processes.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We wanted to develop several features in our app, changing the UI and refactoring existing code.

SOLUTION

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

We placed a query on different websites and received Origami’s response within a few minutes. They reviewed our existing app and made the right suggestions. We found them a very passionate team offering services at a reasonable price as compared to other vendors in the US.

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

Technically the app was redeveloped. They revamped UI, navigation, adjusted user flows and developed several essential features. Origami’s team also reviewed the code, made logical suggestions and optimized it to ensure there were no vulnerabilities whatsoever.

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

A team of 7-9 developers was working under the supervision of a dedicated Project Manager. The PM was the single source of managing resources, timelines and gathering our feedback as the project progressed.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our users are very happy with the new app. Recently we conducted a survey to see how satisfied the users are with the new layout: 89% of them found the new app easy to use and aesthetically pleasing. Considering the size of audience we have, this is certainly a huge number.

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

We used Monday.com for project management and Slack for communication. It all worked well for us as our manager was very proactive in communication. We never had to follow-up. He reached out to us before we had to.

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

A small team with the most passionate people around. They are friendly, agile and extremely dedicated to making your project successful. Their valued inputs helped us improve our application.

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

Not really! I highly recommend Origami Studios to any startup or company looking for technology solutions.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

CEO of an education firm. We help students crack various competitive exams.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Origami Studios?

We wanted a reputed agency who can design intuitive UI for our app. The primary objective was to keep it clean and minimal. It should be well-thought-out and easy to work with.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We were interviewing several agencies for the job. Origami Studios was selected as we felt they were ideal for the job. Their pricing was affordable and we liked their previous work.

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

The Origami Studios team was responsible for creating UI/UX for our app. Initially, they started with user interviews wherein they understood our users and their needs. Post that, the team created an intuitive user journey - tested it with real users and once it was finalized, the interface was designed.

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

We had a UI/UX designer working with us. Along with him, we were assigned an account manager. We also had calls with their CEO as and when needed.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The designs they developed were unique and creative. We really like them - exactly how we wanted. The Origami Studios team also considered our user’s needs. Designs are intuitive, and very easy to work with. We’re very happy with their work and can’t wait to implement the designs.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The communication between our team and theirs was seamless. We didn’t have calls daily - but we connected once a week on Wednesday where they shared the progress of the work and collected our feedback. We were constantly in touch with them via emails.

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

They are young, dynamic, and passionate. Their ideas were really helpful. The communication was seamless, too. We really like their designs and would work with them again.

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

Nothing to be spotted.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Co-founder of a public speaking forum. We provide a platform to individuals who want to share their story with the world. A perfect blend of Toastmasters and TEDx.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We were looking to build an app that can run smoothly on both Android and iOS platforms. Due to budget and time constraints, we wanted to get the new app live quicker and make it a pocket-friendly option for our audiences.

SOLUTION

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

We were looking for a vendor that is capable enough to build and deliver the desired app timely and hassle free. We interviewed about seven providers and the vendor was the team’s unanimous choice. The provider showcased a few of the similar apps of some other clients that we could well relate to our needs and we decided to hire the developer.

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

When the vendor started working on the project, we engaged and the vendor helped us map out features that were essential for the app. They also added in a couple of good ideas during the process. Based on our discussions, we created a detailed scope of work. Post that, they started working on the app. The vendor team responded quickly and shared the raw draft in a week’s time. The raw UI and UX they shared was interactive and engaging. After some tos-and-fros, we finalized the app outlook, color scheme, app-flow, app name and other tit-bits in just two days. The team then delivered the final product in about a month’s time. We still consider it quick.

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

We interacted with the core React Native App Development team throughout the app’s life-cycle. This included a tech lead, and a few UX/UI designers and React Native Developers.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We first launched it on Android as a trial and we were amazed to see the user’s response. In the first week we recorded 5000 downloads of which around 500 users subscribed and paid for the app. The reason for the 10% subscription in the first week was primarily the lower cost that was possible only due to our in-budget React Native based app. Very next week, the app was live on iOS as well with almost similar response rate.

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

Mostly all the communication happened through phone and emails. The developers carried a transparent project management style throughout the app development. They were quick and prompt with responses to our queries and concerns.

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

Technical expertise on the React Native, their overall skill-set, quick turnaround and project management style impressed us the most.

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

None. Happy with the services and value of money!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I own the franchise of a fast food restaurant chain. We are serving 20,000+ customers through our outlets located in different cities and planning to expand in 2022.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

Origami Studios helped us revamping our existing food delivery platform and developed food ordering applications. The objective is to have a smart system with integrated apps to have better control on the business operations including: orders tracking, staff in-field performance and making the order process easier for our end customers.

SOLUTION

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

The vendor was recommended by one of our senior team members. She worked with the vendor in his previous organization and had a wonderful experience.

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

The project scope involved upgrading our existing food delivery platform. There were some critical bugs in our existing platform and we had a development requirement of additional features: live calling, in-field staff performance, chat with the customers and delivery agents. Initially, the platform had an integrated web ordering system only. We engaged Origami Studios to develop food ordering apps for our customers.

We were impressed with the approach and ideas discussed during the discovery call. The team fixed outstanding issues in the system and developed apps from scratch. We experienced seamless delivery with great communication while working with them.

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

We were given a team of 6 including a Project Manager, 2 Flutter developers, 1 UI/UX designer, 1 Quality Assurance Engineer and 1 Dev-ops Engineer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The app worked effectively from the very first day of launch. Our managers were happy with the system as they can now monitor business operations, track precise position of the field staff and can interact with them through the app whenever required. Our Customers responded well and we registered a massive download in the first week of launch. The users rated our App 4.5 on Google Play Store and 4 on Apple App Store.

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

The process was relatively easy to follow. We attended fortnightly meetings to review the progress. The project management was done through Jira and Slack. We are really thankful to the assigned Project Manager, having great patience to answer our queries.

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

I am personally impressed with their solution solving approach and prompt communication. Kudos to the team!

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

We had no issues during the entire development process, and I highly recommend Origami Studios to any business looking for a reliable technology partner. Thanks guys!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Associate Vice President of a global saloon chain with 600+ outlets spread across 32 cities.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We wanted to revamp our app’s user interface and make a few enhancements - things like easy sign-up, integration of a reliable payment gateway, ability to search nearby outlets, and scheduling an appointment. On top of this, we also needed to revamp the UI to make it more user-friendly and easy to navigate.

SOLUTION

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

We had been looking for an app development agency for quite some time when we encountered Origami Studios. We set up a call with their team to understand their services. They showcased us a few apps from their portfolio. We loved their experience with the design and development of mobile apps. This made our decision really easier to work with them.

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

Our app was lacking several important features which were to be implemented and we also wanted to revamp the UI. Their team first mapped out user journeys and created several fresh designs for the interface. We picked one that resonated with our business. They then started working on implementing the additional features. The beta version was ready in 3 months for our internal review. All the features were neatly incorporated in an intuitive UI.

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

We mostly worked with the technical lead assigned to us. He was managing his team of designers and app developers to work on our project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The app is now fast, snappy, and intuitive. We recently surveyed our users post deployment of the new app - and the results show 90% of them are happy with the new design and additional features. Working with their team was a great experience overall. They were time-bound and very friendly.

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

The project was managed via Wrike. The team was consistent with the timeline and shared progress reports. We had weekly calls via Zoom wherein we discussed the nitty gritty details about the project.

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

Their team is very creative. We ran into a few challenges while working up our way through the development phase - but they always managed to find a solution. They knew the platform very well and were creative enough to find a way of making things work. We enjoyed our partnership and look forward to working with them in future.

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

Yes, I’d say it would have been great if they had established KPIs initially. Although that’s no big deal as they handled the project very professionally.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the co-founder and CEO of a mobile health management company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Origami Studios?

Mobile app; Front-end, back-end, design, UX/UI, server management, app Store management.

What were your goals for this project?

I cannot disclose it.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We've chosen Origami Studios from the references of their previous clients. They deliver in a short time, with perfect coding and with competitive prices.

Describe the project in detail.

I cannot disclose it.

What was the team composition?

3 developers and a project manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We're still working with them and will continue to do so.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Just Great.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They are working so closely with your tech needs and respond in a short period.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Nothing to be said.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Body Machine Fitness

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Body Machine Fitness build gym and engineered a neutral wellness experience that rewrites the brain to crave movement

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Origami Studios to accomplish?

• We hired them to build an AI voice agent that could answer common questions, handle scheduling-related calls, and free up our staff from repetitive phone work.

SOLUTION

How did you find Origami Studios?

Online Search

Why did you select Origami Studios over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from Origami Studios were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

The scope included designing the conversation flow, training the voice agent with real-world scenarios, integrating it into oue call system, and refining responses based on test calls.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

After launch, we saw a noticeable drop in basic inquiry calls reaching our team, and members were able to get answers without waiting on hold

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

It felt a bit uneven at first. There were moments we had to clarify expectations twice, but once alignment was there, updates became more focused and progress was easier to tract.

What was your primary form of communication with Origami Studios?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They didn't overpromise. Instead, they tested things live, listened to how the agent actually sounded, and adjusted based on real usage rather than theory.

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

Getting alignment on tone earlier would have saved time. A more detailed kickoff around voice personality would've helped smooth the initial phase

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO/Founder of Urban Value Corner Store

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Urban Value corner store is a innvovative shopping solution amenity that provides exceptional services, convenience, and selection in an urban setting

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Origami Studios to accomplish?

• We brought them in to build a conversational AI system for our online store that could manage customer queries without sounding robotic. The goal was to reduce manual responses while keeping the experience human.

SOLUTION

How did you find Origami Studios?

Referral

Why did you select Origami Studios over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Origami Studios were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

They designed and developed a custom chatbot, mapped conversation logic, and integrated it into our existing platforms (ecommerce store, Whatsapp business, Facebook and Instagram messengers). We also went through multiple tone and response revisions for text and voice chatbot 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Customer inquiries are being handled faster, and our team spends  less time answering the same questions repeatedly. We've seen fewer handoffs to human support for basic requests .

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

It felt iterative rather than linear. Timelines sifted slightly when we changed direction, but they adjusted without making it a big issue

What was your primary form of communication with Origami Studios?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They were willing to rethink parts of the bot instead of defending early decisions. That flexibility made the final product stronger.

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

More structure early on would've helped reduce revisions later, Once things were clarified, the process smoothed out