Radity

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Head of Technology of First Acre Insurance

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

First Acre Insurance is a Managing General Agent (MGA) bringing modern and fully customizable insurance policies to the 21st century farmer backed by agricultural expertise and passion through an innovative platform built with firsthand broker feedback.

First Acre Insurance started as a vision to bring farm insurance into the 21st century by launching an MGA focused on innovating within the agriculture insurance space, identifying gaps and new opportunities to support Canadian Farmers. The First Acre team has a singular focus in the agricultural sector.

We are a group of Canadian insurance, ag and tech professionals who are engaged in bringing modern agricultural insurance solutions to brokers and farmers. We match ever evolving and distinct needs, supporting their passion for agriculture.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Software Development

SOLUTION

How did you find Radity?

Socotra

Why did you select Radity over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Radity were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

Develop a portal for us based on a prototype and preselected integration partners.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Develop a secure and reliable micorservices driven application that matches our prototype and integrates with the vendors we pre-selected. Project should be defect free, on budget and on time.

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

We implemented an agile framework for managing the project with the Radity team operating within it. Due to scope change, communication differences or defects there were two missed deadlines, with item time estimates being off. Sometimes this took multiple sprints to complete. However, the Radity team worked overtime, holidays and weekends to get the ship on course again. They were also very open to adopting new engineering practices.

What was your primary form of communication with Radity?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Ozgur provided fantastic service and, at every hurdle, personally assisted us in aligning their team, expectations, and features. The executive team got involved in trying to ensure quality services.

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

Engineering practices. The Business analyst role was a bit disapointing since the BA didn't do much BA work and was more of a project manager. TDD or better testing practices to ensure code quality. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Project Manager at Gastro Zurich-City. Our association represents the interests of over 1200 Restaurant owners in the greater Zurich area.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Radity GmbH?

We have hired Radity to realize a mobile app that is secure, cloud-friendly and easy to manage.

What were your goals for this project?

Creating a mobile app to connect all employees of Zurich’s hospitality sector. Allowing them to use different platforms in education, sports and social. Improving motivation and promoting different businesses.

SOLUTION

How did you select Radity GmbH?

After we short-listed 6 different providers, we choose Radity to go with - no regrets...

Describe the project in detail.

Radity has provided a mobile app based on Flutter including event registration, video streaming, an Instagram like platform and Meetup meets Instagram. Using Python/Django they have created an easy to use admin panel to manage users and posts. The app is secure and extendable with a large ecosystem.

What was the team composition?

One Developer for Backend and one for Frontend plus one UX Designer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We have started (early stage) to promote our app and have already received very good feedback which makes us confident about the launch in Q1 2021.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Communication was seamless. Our requests and wishes have been realized.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Radity team is highly skilled and fast. The combination of highest quality, prompt response to questions and requests at very reasonable costs makes this company unique.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We have been very satisfied with the way Radity tackled the challenge and the result that was delivered to us. It was truly smooth and easy-going - and all in the set timeline. Therefore, i dont think there is anything to add here.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the CEO and Founder of Swiss Cyber Forum. Swiss Cyber Forum is a unique community between individuals and organizations from the academic world, the public authorities and the private sector to join forces in the fight against cybercrime. We are committed to improving the digital safety and security of society and economy through events, education and global conferences.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Radity GmbH?

We have hired Radity to help us build a platform that puts our members first by offering them access to all necessary trainings and information.

What were your goals for this project?

A platform for a cybersecurity community to interact and engage. Our goal has been to build a high-converting, CRM integrated, easy to navigate cybersecurity ecosystem platform for clients and partners.

SOLUTION

How did you select Radity GmbH?

Through word of mouth and private network.

Describe the project in detail.

Advanced WordPress, HubSpot, theme customization, UX review, membership

What was the team composition?

We have had two dedicated Developers who have worked professionally and were flexible with all our demands.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

This project was most essential to our business. The work of Radity on our website empowers us to connect, inform, and train our members. Our growing network makes use of all insights and functions that were added by Radity.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The flow of communication went very smoothly. We were updated regularly and received fast responses. Both Ozgur as well as our dedicated Developers were easy to reach.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The detailed and holistic service Radity GmbH offers is most impressive. They have been well organized, attended to all our needs, and were fast to realize.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I am very pleased with the work they have delivered. I appreciate the good collaboration we have established, and I look forward to future projects with Radity.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Co-founder and Partner at pineapple & friends. pineapple & friends is your prefered partner for all topics in the areas of marketing, communication and branding. We translate your business objectives into a marketing strategy, set new impulses to your communication and uplift your brand.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Radity GmbH, and what were your goals?

Creating a website based on our design. Integrating video, animations and analytics. Telling our story and informing our clients.

SOLUTION

How did you select Radity GmbH and what were the deciding factors?

A close friend has recommended Radity.

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

HTML/CSS/JS conversion. Custom WordPress theme creation. Video integration, complex layout and animations, forms, analytics integration.

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

One developer for frontend and one developer for wordpress.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our website https://pineapple-friends.ch is live. The website has been very well received. We have also very positiv feedback from friends and client's.

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

The communication has been easy and quick. We have received all necessary updates. Further we have had the chance to make our ideas clear.

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

Radity GmbH offers a high-level skill set, and their team members are fast to understand our wishes.

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

I am very satisfied with this collaboration. Although there are always ways to improve, I highly appreciate the work of Radity.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm one of the founders of Tamkaro.com and the CTO, We are an online shopping service in Iraq, Aiming to improve and boost the economy through this project.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Radity GmbH?

We suffered for a long time finding a company that will make such a project come to live, we tried and called a lot of companies and no one gave us the professional support and the possibility of this project to be completed, Finally we found Radity they made this project came to live with such a beautiful and professional look, i'm so happy that we found them and i will always be happy to know such people and known there are ready for future projects

What were your goals for this project?

This projects aims for changing and boosting the Iraqi economy by increasing the sells for the merchant and give the consumer a lot of offers and this will be the first application to sell in installments in Iraq

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We have searched a lot and it took a lot of time to find Radity and we found them on Clutch.com and chose them based on their location near Iraq (Turkey) so it will be easier to connect with them and based on their website which has the technology we needed.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

A multidisciplinary Iraqi youth team, we worked to develop an idea that is to advance our economy again after the Mesopotamian country was one of those who started enacting trade laws, We will renew what was written in the ancient history books such as the civilization of Sumer - Babel - Akkadian - Assyrian and even Islamic, stating that the foundations of the trading systems are from the valley of Rafidain.

Also, sources of his history document the presence of texts of trade agreements, merchandise inventories, and commercial correspondence from Babylon. Most commercial texts were documented. We, the team, are completing what our noble nation has begun under the title, With which we can restore the glories of Mesopotamia. We provide services such as installments, free delivery, selling and advertising for the consumer. As for the merchant we will provide payment in advance system, photos for their products and much more offers.

What was the team composition?

our team has multiple specializations like IT, project management and accountants we are 6 people and together we are aiming to make this the biggest E-commerce platform in Iraq.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

This project has been made by a 6 Iraqi youth and this is our first project, people are welcoming it is idea with an open heart and it will have an impact not just on our business live it will have an impact on the Iraqi street also

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

The project management was so good, supportive and professional. honestly this was one of the best parts of this project to know such people.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I had to chose and customize everything and they did everything I have asked for without any hesitation and gave me a lot of good advice that improved my business.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Honestly nothing that i can think of and i wish them the continues success in there journey

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Founder and CEO of Swiss Key. We are bringing a vertically integrated cryptocurrency wallet to the planet. It is a crypto command center that exists in the form of an app on apple and android.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Radity GmbH?

We hired Radity to build the app.

What were your goals for this project?

We have a white-label agreement with a technology partner and we needed to fork their code, rebrand, upgrade UX, and get the project to market.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We wanted to work with a Swiss firm led by a qualified person. As soon as I interviewed Ozgur I was immediately impressed and he provided a very clear and sensible plan for us to move forward. We have created a bond that will last through this life and into our next lives.

Describe the project in detail.

Scope was to rebrand an existing app. We provided logos, wireframes, and guidance. The project was in React to be packaged on iOS and Android. Website was created as well and full guidelines were provided. Swisskey.io was developed in 1 day :)

What was the team composition?

Ozgur was the de-facto CTO for the project. He employed a team of developers to see the project through.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The app is not yet on the market but we are in Beta and have hundreds of testers providing incredibly positive feedback.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Ozgur is a terrific communicator. No drama. No BS. He is a true professional and conscious human. The workflow has been very effective.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Clarity. Sensibility. Organization. Understanding my needs. Working with me as a crazy founder who has a vision and needs a wizard to help realize it.

Are there any areas for improvement?

There are always areas for improvement.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are an online therapist booking platform based in Switzerland. We simplify the process of finding insurance accredited therapists on the web and make them online bookable for clients. I am heading the Product-Marketing team at Sanasearch.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Radity GmbH?

We were looking for a developer with a special skill set (Python Django + Vue.js) to help us scale our SaaS-enabled marketplace. Radity supported us in both front- and backend work.

What were your goals for this project?

Radity delivered solutions that withstood scale. We got help in areas such as API development to connect to 3rd party software providers. They also helped us build and A/B test conversion rate optimization experiments.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Ozgur Aksakal was the former CTO of our company and provided us with excellent development work already in the early stages. It was only the logical next step to get in touch again with Radity for further dev work.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

Key features that Radity helped us build (non-exhaustive):

• APIs based on CalDav to synchronize calendar entries with external software providers 
• Page speed optimizations site-wide
• Variety of conversion rate optimization tickets including: decluttering of search results, profile layout adjustments, new facet filter development, Q&A section in therapist profiles
• Building a complete suite for cross-selling directly in the SaaS

What was the team composition?

The team consistend of 5 people: Head of Marketing & Product Development, two front end developers, one backend developer and a UX designer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

In our first month of launching the cross-selling suite in our SaaS we were able to increase our revenue from those sales by 50%.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Project management happened through Slack, JIRA and NorthStar. Sprint meetings were held once a week at a fixed day and time. Everything was in written form as we had someone on our team with a hearing disability which in the end allowed us all to work very efficiently and with only very little distractions.

Developers were expected to manage their tasks without much supervision and get in touch with the relevant people when more feedback was needed (e.g. missing design mockups). As of the small team size, QA was also expected from every team member.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Radity has a straightforward and no BS approach to things. There is not much time lost with meetings or 'sync' calls, they are all about doing stuff and helping your company grow and excel. The developers are true professionals that go the extra mile and they're nice people at the same time. Thank you for everything!

Are there any areas for improvement?

Nothing noteworthy.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the co-founder, CEO, and head of design at Le 24/24. We develop websites, mobile applications, and web apps.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Radity GmbH?

We needed help for a project where we have to develop a Robo-Advisor platform for savings. We could have done it with our developers, but since it's our biggest project, we preferred to recruit people to help us ensure good quality and fast delivery.

What were your goals for this project?

This project had to be responsive and have different API calls (bank, insurance, payment platforms). It also had to use Django (Python) for the backend and React (JS) for the frontend. We hope to gain more clients through the platform.  

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We considered about 10 companies before selecting Radity GmbH. We chose them because Ozgur (Partner, Radity) was responsive, accommodating, and attentive to our needs. He quickly proposed a developer that was perfectly suited for this project.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

We're realizing this project with them from A to Z. We designed it and then did the backend and frontend development at the same time. Radity GmbH is providing us with frontend developers. The system also includes a presentation website, a Know Your Customer tool (with six paths/options), a back-office user, and a back-office admin.

What was the team composition?

Currently, we’re working with one frontend developer from Radity, but we’re going to hire a second one next week. There’s also a designer and a backend developer and a designer working from our side.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Partnering with Radity allows us to focus on different projects and increase our productivity. That's why we may hire other developers for this project very soon. The results are great. We knew the developer was good at JS at the start, but we didn’t know they would be as good as they've been.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

We use Adobe XD for the designs (free software) and export them on Sympli to simplify the integration. We also use Git, and communicate with Slack and Skype quite often; it's very fluid. The language barrier requires some time to setup and explain things and write specs, but it's efficient in the end.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The most impressive aspect is the speed at which Radity responds to our requests. Whenever we need a developer, they introduce us to someone perfectly adapted to the role very quickly. Communication is also excellent, and they regularly ask us if everything is going well or if we need additional help.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We just started working together, so for the moment, I don't see any areas of improvement. With the developer—we come from different cultures, which can lead to moments when we don't work at the same moment or eat at the same moment and cause a drop in productivity.

UPDATED REVIEW

This review was updated by the client on May 18, 2020. The original star ratings were: Overall - 5, Quality - 5, Schedule - 5, Cost - 5, NPS - 5. New content is below:

BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm CEO of a web development agency called "Le 24/24" based in Paris since March 2018 in which we are 6 today.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire Radity GmbH?

We hired radity to get a support on few projects, including Artur (an online saving platform we are developing for a client) on frontend development & mobile development on other little projects.

What were your goals for this project?

Deliver a project without bugs, and on which the collaboration will have been pleasant. We are almost at the 1st delivery and everything is great so far !

SOLUTION
How did you select this vendor?

We initially chose Radity because the contact was pleasant and because they understood very quickly our needs and were able to find the right resources. We are very happy to have made this choice since everything went well from the beginning.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

The proposed to us many developers corresponding to the kind of profile we were looking for. For each developers (mobile, frontend...), they all worked on similar projects before and adapted easily to the project and the team.

What was the team composition?

We began with 2 developers (Frontend), then we hired a Mobil/frontend developer. Today, there is only 1 frontend developer left we have at Radity because the rhythm of development of the project has been slowed down. However, this collaboration always goes very well.

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

This project allowed us to hire for the 1st time in 1 year of existence, then we were able to have our own office. Radity Developers are multi-skilled and can adapt easily to other projects, which allowed us to manadage different projects at the same time with them.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

We have a Slack team in which local developers (in France) can discuss with Radity developers based abroad. Since we all speak English, there is no communication project.

We fix objectives ~every week and we provide the necessary information for developers to achieve their goals. We give them a lot of freedom so that they feel free to move forward at their own pace and thus establish a relationship of trust.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The ability to adapt from one project to another, the availability of developers and Radity's ability to provide the right resource in record time.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Just a little more communication from the developers about their work to keep us more regularly updated on their progress would be perfect.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the president and founder of the Swiss Finance and Technology Association. We are a trade association that connects different players in the Swiss fintech scene including startups, investors, and corporations. A key element of our work is maintaining a website to serve as our center of gravity and a resource for information.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Radity GmbH?

Our website was a highly trafficked, well-positioned, and about a hot topic. It had been started by a nonprofit association several years prior. Radity GmbH helped us understand our opportunities to improve and maximize the utility of our existing platform, both from the website perspective and the strategic use of our resources. 

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Radity GmbH started by redesigning our website. They also considered how it could play a part in our broader strategy. Having finished the initial effort, they're currently in the process of a more extensive rebuilding. They also have consulted with us on related strategic points for our service offerings and plans for marketing and communications. 

They came up with a design for the site themselves. Based on an analysis of what we had in place, they proactively gave us useful recommendations and laid a lot of groundwork to improve our processes. 

As an association and nonprofit, we're not the most focused group, so we don't have the same resources and focus that other organizations might have. Their support in shaping our strategy was instrumental. They worked on the whole package, including the frontend and backend of our platform. 

What is the team composition? 

I interacted primarily with the founder, but I believe a team of about 3–4 people was also involved in the initial site revamp. 

How did you come to work with Radity GmbH?

We frequently receive inquiries from nearshore and offshore vendors who approach us about working together. Not only is technology highly relevant, but we're also based in the high-value market of Switzerland. 

 Radity GmbH's primary differentiator was their ability to bridge nearshore capability with proactive involvement in our community. They specialize in our local market and are knowledgeable, well-connected, and informed. We connected a number of times, and they really stuck out from the competition. 

How much have you invested with them?

They've offered us cost reductions because we're a nonprofit. The cost has been upwards of ₣25,000 Swiss francs (approximately $24,500 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

Our engagement is still ongoing and has morphed into a larger version. We started working together last fall in September 2018. They finished up an initial project by the end of the year in December that focused on some modifications and fixes for our existing website. Now that they've finished up additional proposals for a new site, they have started the implementation.  

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

I haven't checked metrics yet because we have other priorities. Getting the site finished is our main goal. We plan to do a full assessment once the final site is ready. Since the initial redesign, the feedback on the primary level has been positive. Our in-house team is extremely excited about what they've seen so far from Radity GmbH. 

A local firm designed quite a nice website a few years ago, but it had gotten stale and out of date over time. Right away, the new look and dynamics Radity GmbH put in have been a notable improvement.  We are all very much looking forward to finalizing it.

How did Radity GmbH perform from a project management standpoint?

Project management is one of the founder's particularly strong points. I think he has a background in banking and consulting, so he's very good at stakeholder management. He listens carefully, asks the right questions, and finds a simple way to lay out the timeframes and contingencies. 

We usually communicate via Skype and WhatsApp. They offer us a lot of flexibility. Since we're both based in Zurich, we often met in person at the train station, which is 15 minutes away from us both. Our meetings have been very quick and efficient. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

The project management is their most tangibly impressive strength.  I found it uniquely valuable for our situation that the team was so actively involved in our community.  Oscar often speaks at events we attend, which was another distinguishing factor.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They're still a relatively small firm. With scale comes many advantages, but that's also a double-edged sword.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I forward packages from Germany to other countries. When a German company doesn’t want to send packages abroad, I re-box them and send them to the customers.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Radity?

Because of all the forwarding I do, I thought it would be nice to forward emails in a specific way. The idea is that for every contact someone generates on the internet, they can have a separate new email. The service is also useful in the case of unwanted marketing emails.

I’m not the most technical person in the world, and I knew that Ozgur (Partner, Radity) handled this kind of stuff. I introduced him to my idea to see if it was technically feasible, and he told me we could make a nice product out of it.

Our platform’s main requirement was an email server, and for it to be configured correctly. I need to send and receive lots of emails on a daily basis.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Radity developed my platform using Django Python and JavaScript. They integrated APIs for external services, specifically Mailgun, and the whole thing is running on a Unix server.

They enabled forwarding emails to our customers. I realized that users also need to reply to emails, but replying from their normal email would show that address as the sender. I wanted each recipient to see the proxy email as the sender, and we came up with a way to do that. I came up with the idea for this, and presented it to Radity, but I had no idea if it was possible. Now, when a user hits the reply button, the email is sent to a dummy email within our system, and the email header is changed around after that. Users can receive and send emails using thousands of different addresses, and they don’t have to do any configuration updating on their own email accounts.

I worked with Radity without any technical knowledge. Based on our discussions, they refined the idea and presented the whole thing to me. We went from zero to a finished product.

What is the team composition?

I worked with a developer and a project manager, who also worked as a developer. I talked to Ozgur about the timeline and similar subjects. I mainly used Skype with the project manager.

How did you come to work with Radity?

I was part of the same English-speaking Toastmasters club in Switzerland as Ozgur. I found out that he worked on these sorts of projects, but I didn't know the exact details. I searched online for tech companies that could deliver my project, but I realized that it may be good to work with someone locally. During my search, I saw Ozgur’s name. I remembered that I knew him in the real world, and that was a shortcut to the decision process.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent $30,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together from November 2018­–March 2019.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The platform is up and running now, and I’m looking for marketing people to promote it. I’ve tested the technical side and found it functional.

How did Radity perform from a project management standpoint?

They were more eager than me to get the project finished because I was busy with other things. They were proactive and came back to me whenever they had a question. It was a more or less automatic process. After I gave the go-ahead, the rest went automatically. Whenever there was a question, they asked me about it proactively.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I haven’t worked with providers on anything as complicated as this before. I’d only developed a website for my package business. After Radity understood what the whole project was about, they had the drive to finish it. That was fantastic because I really didn’t have to care anymore.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, I’m very satisfied.

Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?

They do everything needed to get the whole thing running, so clients don’t have to worry about so many things. I find that to be fantastic.