Powercode

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm a co-founder and president of a small consulting firm. We do business development consulting for companies in the healthcare sector and other sectors. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Powercode?

We develop business models for our clients that frequently include website analytics, online scheduling, and integration with their existing enterprise software. We essentially set up our clients with a website that they can easily maintain themselves. We were looking for a vendor to help us build those websites and make them accessible to non-experts through custom portals.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Powercode handles a variety of projects for us. Some of the projects are just copying the content from an existing website and putting it up on a hosting interface that is accessible to the client. But there are also larger projects when Powercode builds WordPress websites and custom websites for our clients. We usually provide them with the scope of work and the content that includes graphic design, the copy, the structure, and the aesthetics. Powercode handles the technical aspects and implements our requirements. They also connect the websites to Google Analytics, Amazon Web Services, and Google Ads. On the backend, they use a combination of proprietary software and their own systems.

What is the team composition? 

We work with an account manager and a project lead, but there is a team of people assigned to our project.

How did you come to work with Powercode?

They were recommended to us by another consulting firm.

How much have you invested with them?

We've spent about $20,000.

What is the status of this engagement? 

We started working with them in November 2017, and the relationship is ongoing. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We have access to the backend of the websites, which allows us to do better attribution and analytics. In the healthcare sector, we've definitely seen an increase in the flow of patient reviews and SEO rankings.

How did Powercode perform from a project management standpoint? 

They're very responsive and always get back to us within 24 hours or sooner. There hasn’t been a problem that they haven’t solved. We mostly use email and Skype to communicate, and they use other platforms for larger projects. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

They provide a wide range of consulting and technical services. Also, their prices are very competitive. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

I can't think of anything.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are an facility Management Company. We have our on properties and looking for more houses to buy. We also Provider Service to other companies or private People such as Renovation, House clearances , janitor service or garden care.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Powercode?

Powercode has developed our website. The company has analyzed our business needs and has developed the best and suitable website. Additionally included all the service we provide in order to increase the company awareness

What were your goals for this project?

The goal of the project was to get as soon as possible a suitable website for our needs. To increase the company awareness, being present in the market and also combine our business with the digital world. Additionally, to create a logo which is more suitable to our business.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Powercode was recommended to us by an other business partner. We had several offers by other vendors, but Powercode has convinced us not only by price also by there engagement to the entire project.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

First of all we have discussed our entire business, what we are doing, our needs and goals. They have analyzed our market and have informed us about what is necessary to be shown on our website. The marketing aspect was an important aspect in that stage. Additionally, they have provided us with several options for our logo. A logo that creates brand awareness but also is more suitable to our business. We have been always up date with the progress. In general, Powercode has made us more then satisfied with their work and service

What was the team composition?

We had one stable project manager, who was through out the entire product our direct contact. Whenever we had a question or an idea we could have contacted any time and discuss. There have been several people working on the project, divided up to their best skills.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

This project has influenced our business, since more people now know about our business. We have more request and therefore more orders for services.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

The team has stayed within the deadlines, but some small deadlines have occurred however it has been communicated early enough. The other team members where able to catch up the delay. We have communicate through email, phone, WhatsApp and Skype. We didn’t experience any language barriers since our project manager was able to communicated in the language required.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

After every phone call, we got a message with a summary of the conversation so we could confirm what we had agreed upon. Until now, we have not experienced it that vendors always keep everything written.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We think that Powercode is making a great job and should continue to their best in every project they do. We are looking forward to our next project to work with Powercode.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I am the CEO of Ommnio, a company communication and instant messaging tool.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with PowerCode?

We hired PowerCode to develop an advanced prototype of our product to test with clients. We did not have the resources or the time to do it ourselves.   

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We had a simple prototype that we had coded ourselves, but we realized we needed something more substantial. We provided the design and mock-ups for PowerCode to work with. The code they supplied was more mature than what we initially worked with. We requested that they work with React Native because it was the very first version of the product. We didn’t want to invest a lot of effort on a native application before we could prove that this was something our customers would value.

The application serves as a chat platform for employees in Europe who don’t work in front of a computer. We relied on PowerCode to implement an instant messaging feature that allows colleagues to always be connected. In addition to the iOS and Android apps, PowerCode added a web-based version. The platform is GDPR-compliant and encrypts messaging to keep personal data and conversations secure.

What is the team composition?

In addition to a project manager, we worked with two React Native developers, one backend web developer, one frontend web developer, and a QA tester.

How did you come to work with PowerCode?

PowerCode and other vendors sent proposals in response to my posting of the job in an online marketplace. We had a poor experience with the first company we selected, but PowerCode was our second choice and has worked well so far.

How much have you invested in them?

We spent around €35,000 (approximately $40,000 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked on this project from August–October 2018. PowerCode is currently fixing some bugs and adding small enhancements based on our early customer feedback.  

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

This platform is our core product. Because of PowerCode, we have something to sell right now. We’ve received positive feedback from our customers to so far, but they understand we are still in the early stages and plan to scale.

From our perspective, the code quality is sufficient. We sometimes find bugs during our user acceptance testing, but those are somewhat common problems. Overall, we’re very happy.

How did PowerCode perform from a project management standpoint?

Because PowerCode had access to our existing documentation and our earlier prototype, there was not a lot of miscommunication. The development went remarkably smoothly. Their project manager was reliable in keeping everything organized. He was always available on Skype, even on nights and weekends.

Our project was delayed because of our misguided time with the first vendor, but our original timeline remained the same. We placed pressure on PowerCode to deliver according to that plan, and they handled that challenge really well by hitting most of the deadlines.

What did you find most impressive about them?

We valued their talents working with React Native and keeping the project organized. The project manager was professional and always on the lookout for improvements.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They are not as experienced when it comes to setting up servers on Amazon and hosting other services in the cloud. They took an old-fashioned approach to the Amazon hosting, and we determined that we could handle that responsibility ourselves.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a co-founder of a consulting company that helps startups and small businesses by providing engineering assets.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with PowerCode?

In mid-2017, there was more demand than we could fill with our team and we needed additional capacity to help with staffing.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

The main project we worked with PowerCode on was for a client with an extension for multiple CRMs (Salesforce, HubSpot, and Pipedrive). Their team built those extensions using React.js and Apollo GraphQL. They support and manage the web app.

What is the team composition?

PowerCode typically works through a project manager, but we had an engineer work directly with our team.

How did you come to work with PowerCode?

We talked to several engineering companies, and ran experiments with a few different agencies. We found PowerCode through Linkedin, and their team was effortless to work with. They gave us a free trial, and we’re flexible and exhibited strong engineering talent.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve invested around $50,000 so far.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with PowerCode in May 2017, and the collaboration’s ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

PowerCode accelerated our development services. Their team met aggressive deadlines, delivering quality service. They brought work to production exceptionally quickly.

We had specific style guidelines around the stack we use, and it took time to train everyone, but everything was terrific after that. The team member we’re working with now is extremely independent and has the same permissions as our employees.

How did PowerCode perform from a project management standpoint?

We frequently talk with one of their founders, and he’s responsive at all times of day and night. We have regular meetings with our assigned engineer four times a week, with a standup every other day, and a team meeting. He’s extremely communicative.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their work ethic and responsibility are superior to other agencies we’ve worked with. One time, a customer called having issues with an app, and the engineer stayed up late resolving the problem, despite being in a different time zone. With past partnerships, they didn’t have the same sense of accountability to our clients. PowerCode works extremely hard on projects and remains flexible.

Are there any areas they could improve?

It’s not a deal breaker, but a few more options for billing and payment would be helpful.

Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?

We’re in a unique position, having a product manager, designer, and engineers in-house. Many clients wouldn’t necessarily have those. From that perspective, it’s crucial to think beyond engineering, and about how PowerCode delivers expertise on product and design.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the founder and CEO of a marketing platform for vendors in various industries. I oversee business development and branding.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire PowerCode?

We hired PowerCode for business analysis, overall market analysis, and application branding.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to understand our competition and develop a great UX/UI for our application.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

I selected PowerCode because they were professional and easy to deal with from the get-go.

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

We began by pinpointing our objective and determining how we would go about achieving that. Through many Skype, WhatsApp, and email chats, they completed the project. They gave me daily updates regarding project status and work completed. Any changes made after my daily review were addressed the next day.

What was the team composition?

I worked directly with their project manager, along with their UX/UI expert. I also kept in contact with their CFO, who was my main contact from the beginning.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The outcome was very positive. Our UI/UX is very visually appealing.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

It was smooth. We worked together daily and adjusted our schedule to fit the time difference between us.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their work ethic and commitment to meet my expectations were outstanding. They ensured I was satisfied by the changes they made in response to my requests. Their in-house team is great. They were transparent throughout the process.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I had a great time working with them. I’d do so again in the future.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I co-founded my company in March 2018. We deal primarily with private medical practices in New York City to facilitate business development, social media outreach, and marketing.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with PowerCode?

We needed technical help with our new company.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Our biggest sector is in the MedTech space and PowerCode is an essential partner for our business. They help create and design beautiful websites for marketing services. They also help with web servers, certifications, HIPAA clearance, encryption, and site security. Their technical team communicates with us to make sure everything is done correctly.

They recently built an elegant, subdued web app for a psychiatrist. It’s a simple website, but they added an online booking feature and made sure all the visuals were orderly and laid out well. They built the whole site from scratch.

What is the team composition?

I worked with two managers, a designer, and another team member. Our main point of contact made sure everything was assembled properly.

How did you come to work with PowerCode?

I used to work at a consulting firm they contacted to offer their services. I kept their contact information and reached out to them when I started my company.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in April or May 2018 and we’re still working with them.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The client was extremely happy and referred us to their colleagues. Those referrals resulted in other beautiful websites, more customer satisfaction, and still more work. We’re currently developing a follow-up site with PowerCode as our go-to service provider.

How did PowerCode perform from a project management standpoint?

They respond quickly, even late at night. They’re very respectful, professional, and understanding. If I don’t understand something technical or don’t know all the terminology, they always explain the process and justify their choices.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They address our concerns right away and are very professional in their communication with us. They resolve all of my requests and make changes immediately.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They’re doing a great job. I don’t have any recommendations for improvements.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m an entrepreneur and a project manager that connects German startups with development teams.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire PowerCode?

I needed help with a CRM that would make it easy to reach out and interact with customers and promote my startup.

What were your goals for this project?

I wanted to design and finish an MVP within three months.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

They were recommended to me by another company. Their website and previous projects all looked great.

Can you go into detail about the services they provided and the scope of the project?

After they did a business analysis stage, they developed the entire project and I had no need to work with a third party.

What was the team composition?

Though I have a dedicated team provided by PowerCode, I only communicated with a project manager, which is enough for me.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

All our deadlines were met and I can’t find anything about my project that I need to improve.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

There were no pitfalls during our cooperation. The project manager that was responsible for my campaign was always in touch and provided on-time reports. The project manager handled all the processes which helped me avoid any inconveniences. I’m grateful that they gave me the opportunity to minimize my participation not be deeply involved.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their involvement stood out to me. They made suggestions and generated ideas to improve and optimize the systems the process. I could tell that they were passionate about the project. Their 24/7 connection was unbelievably pleasant. They got started with development fast—even though there were open issues and unclear questions—because we faced a strict deadline.

Are there any areas where they can improve?

Nothing comes to mind right now, but maybe after the launch I’ll find some areas that could be improved.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of Smart Innovative Solutions. Our product is a mobile app platform where students can sell their notes and help each other with assignments.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with PowerCode?

We needed a development firm to build our product for iOS and Android.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

PowerCode developed our app for both iOS and Android. A notable feature is the messaging system where users can share files and communicate with each other. There’s also an integrated payment solution and a rating system for notes that are bought and sold. Users are encouraged to rate each other after each completed transaction. The UX combines elements seen in large platforms like eBay, Facebook, and Uber.

They also developed a landing page that describes the functions of the app and directs visitors to the relevant digital distribution platforms. Lastly, PowerCode created an administration panel that enables me to see all the in-app activity. The platform went live in May 2018 and they’ve since built a function that allows users to preview notes before opening them.

What is the team composition?

I initially spoke with their sales manager, but a project manager took the lead in our day-to-day interactions once development began.

How did you come to work with PowerCode?

I found them on LinkedIn and reached out to their sales manager. We had a productive conversation. They sounded reasonable and came up with good solutions regarding the platform’s payment functionality. Hiring them was an easy decision.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent about $80,000 in total.

What is the status of this engagement?

The majority of PowerCode’s work took place from September 2017–July 2018. They provide maintenance and support as needed.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Since its recent launch, the app has attracted around 100 active users. The app functions smoothly on both platforms and people are happy with the fast user interface. PowerCode created features that work well together and the app is relatively bug-free.

How did PowerCode perform from a project management standpoint?

We spoke on a daily basis via Skype. Their project manager is a talented, professional, and experienced person who can reliably overcome development challenges.

What did you find most impressive about them?

From what I’ve heard from other partners and colleagues, PowerCode has competitive pricing. Their code quality is exceptional as well. I rarely found bugs in the deliverables they submitted for preview. Their work required little revision from us and was nearly ready for release upon completion.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No. I’m happy PowerCode and plan on having them add more functionalities to the app.

Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?

Clients should describe exactly what they want from their product. The more detailed they are in their expectations, the smoother the process will go.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are a software as a service (SaaS) business. We serve e-commerce companies worldwide with an easy plug-and-play solution.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire PowerCode?

We created our own designs, but we needed PowerCode for all front- and backend development of the app.

What were your goals for this project?

We needed a stable platform that could handle a lot of customers and payments. The solution needed to work on any website with easy to integrate plugins. Our project also involved a large amount of frontend development.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

They were recommended by another company. During our initial Skype calls, I was impressed by their preparation and detailed questions.

Can you go into detail about the services they provided and the scope of the project?

We delivered Powercode all of our designs. Using this as a foundation, their team built the entire architecture, both the front- and backend. They divided the project into seven clear milestones and deadlines. Their project manager conducted weekly calls to discuss progress and answer any questions.

What was the team composition?

We worked with their project manager, who was a good communicator with a good understanding of English. We also worked with multiple front- and backend developers, depending on our needs.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

They met all milestone deadlines and delivered an impressive final product. We're now launching the product, and Powercode still provides great post-finalization support

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

We scheduled weekly calls via Skype to discuss our progress and the details of the project. If there were any misunderstandings, they contacted us with detailed and clear questions.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They were great in their preparation for the project. They planned their timeline out extremely well, which made it possible to tackle all our challenges within our agreed deadlines. I'm extremely happy with their project management and the quality of their work.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the CEO of a company that focuses on manufacturing software.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire PowerCode?

To augment our staff and assist with several urgent projects.

What were your goals for this project?

We were looking to fix a project that had been severely delayed, and subsequently work through a series of other projects.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We were considering several options. The most significant criteria for us were Clutch reviews and fast reaction times.

Can you go into detail about the services they provided and the scope of the project?

Their scope included a variety of frontend and backend development.

What was the team composition?

We worked with one frontend developer, one backend developer, a partial CTO, and a product manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

They left the project, which put us in a very difficult situation. The project is still not finalized.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

We received daily reporting from our product manager. However, communication broke down across several areas at the end. The code they delivered did not pass QA tests, while they neglected to inform us on serious issues until very recently. They terminated the engagement after problems began to arise.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Initially, they quickly got up to speed for the project and were willing to deploy whatever resources were necessary.

Are there any areas where they can improve?

They failed to raise concerns and problems in real time and often delayed on creating tickets/updating Jira to reflect current project status. The team needs to help clients think through their product specs and more extensively test their code prior to delivery. They should also fully commit to the projects they agree to take on.