Mobile App Development & Testing for Software Development Co
- Application Testing Custom Software Development Mobile App Development
- $50,000 to $199,999
- Mar. 2024 - Ongoing
- Quality
- 5.0
- Schedule
- 4.5
- Cost
- 5.0
- Willing to Refer
- 5.0
"What has impressed me most about SMT Labs is that they truly care."
- Telecommunications
- Appleton, Wisconsin
- 11-50 Employees
- Online Review
- Verified
SMT LABS PVT. LTD. has developed a threat intelligence platform and a mobile app for a software development company. The team has designed and built the platform, created APIs, and tested the app.
SMT LABS PVT. LTD. has completed the core development of the platform and the app. The team has built a scalable, national cloud-based threat intelligence system and automated the client's user onboarding process. SMT LABS PVT. LTD. has delivered milestones on time and managed the project well.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Founder & CEO of Forward Move
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Forward Move is an advanced research and development software company specializing in threat intelligence, real-time communication systems, and critical response technologies. The company is the creator of the YOU Get It First™ Threat Intelligence Platform, a cloud-based ecosystem designed to streamline urgent alerts and enhance coordination during crises, threats, or high-risk events.
Its flagship application, Guardian Link, serves as a proactive counterpart to 911. Guardian Link enables individuals and organizations to report suspicious activity, threats, or emergencies with speed and accuracy. The platform integrates seamlessly with first responders, law enforcement, and community networks to ensure rapid response and action.
Key highlights of Forward Move’s solutions include:
Real-time Threat Reporting: Users can submit verified reports directly through the app, ensuring fast escalation to relevant parties.
Proactive Intelligence: YOU Get It First aggregates and filters threat data, providing actionable intelligence to prevent incidents before they escalate.
Community & Organizational Protection: Guardian Link supports schools, hospitals, retail stores, neighborhoods, and public spaces by empowering them with early warning tools and communication frameworks.
Cloud-Based Infrastructure: Secure, scalable, and designed for multi-state and national deployments.
The company is led by Richard DuBois (LinkedIn Profile), an experienced entrepreneur, software developer, and innovator with a history of building high-impact solutions for crisis communication and public safety.
Websites:
myguardianlink.com – Focused on Guardian Link’s features and public use.
yougetitfirst.com – Showcases the YOU Get It First Threat Intelligence Platform.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire SMT LABS PVT. LTD. to accomplish?
- Threat Intelligence Platform Development
- Application Development
- Software Servicing and Technical Support
SOLUTION
How did you find SMT LABS PVT. LTD.?
SMT Labs Outreach
Why did you select SMT LABS PVT. LTD. over others?
- High ratings
- Referred to me
- Company values aligned
How many teammates from SMT LABS PVT. LTD. were assigned to this project?
6-10 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Forward Move is responsible for the research, development, deployment, and ongoing improvement of a national threat intelligence and critical response ecosystem. SMT Labs manages their engineers to code and test all of our software. The core mission is to provide real-time, actionable communication that connects individuals, organizations, and first responders before, during, and after high-risk or emergency events.
Core Areas of Work
1. Software Research & Development
Design, architect, and maintain the YOU Get It First platform as a scalable, cloud-based communication system.
Develop and enhance Guardian Link, the flagship mobile and web application for real-time threat reporting and urgent communication.
Build and refine APIs for integration with:
911 centers and law enforcement systems.
LMS (Learning Management Systems) for certification and training.
Background check services like Accio Data and TruDiligence.
State and regional emergency alert systems.
2. Data Security & Compliance
Ensure secure handling of user data, location tracking, and communication logs.
Maintain compliance with FCRA, HIPAA, and other relevant data privacy regulations.
Integrate secure ID verification, anonymous reporting, and blind SSN capture systems.
3. Threat Intelligence & Signal Processing
Create logic frameworks for triaging incoming reports and assigning urgency levels.
Use AI and human oversight to filter, prioritize, and escalate threats across sectors (e.g., schools, healthcare, retail).
Develop the Urgent Assist Coordinator desktop application to enable live operator interaction and resolution tracking.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
SMT Labs served as the lead software development partner for Forward Move, responsible for the complete architecture, buildout, and deployment of both the YOU Get It First™ Threat Intelligence Platform and the Guardian Link flagship application.
Platform Development & Deployment
Successfully completed core development of the YOU Get It First™ Threat Intelligence Platform, built for scalability across 50 states.
Launched the flagship app, Guardian Link, with real-time alert routing and integrated communication for critical incidents.
Core Platform Development
Completed the full-stack architecture and deployment of a national-scale cloud-based threat intelligence system.
Developed both mobile (iOS/Android) and desktop web versions of the Guardian Link platform with secure login, location tracking, and escalation workflows.
Integrated Urgent Assist Operator Interface for real-time triage and escalation routing.
Automation & Efficiency Gains
Automated full user onboarding process with email triggers, course access, and digital certification, reducing manual onboarding time from 45 minutes to under 15 minutes per user.
Replaced $1.3 million in projected labor costs through platform automation and digital workflows.
Deployed a universal $44 per-location cost structure for national deployment scalability.
Front-End Success Metrics
Implemented embedded video content, PSA messaging, and user flow for fast-track registration and background check initiation.
Delivered real-time alert triggers from users to response teams, with operator logging, response time stamps, and audit trail features.
Security & Compliance
Implemented user role-based access control (RBAC) and admin logging for secure management and auditing.
Included anonymized report submissions and alert validation features within Guardian Link.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Project Management & Responsiveness – SMT Labs
SMT Labs consistently demonstrated strong project management throughout the development of the YOU Get It First and Guardian Link platforms. They delivered milestones on schedule, maintained clear timelines, and were always on time for meetings and check-ins.
Their development team showed exceptional reliability—staying within expected timelines and adjusting quickly when priorities shifted. Communication was seamless: their developers were always available to answer questions, provide technical clarification, and proactively update progress.
What sets SMT Labs apart is their client-first responsiveness. They listen, adapt, and execute with precision. Their commitment to meeting the needs of Forward Move has been both dependable and collaborative.
I would highly recommend SMT Labs for any high-stakes, mission-critical development project. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and technical execution are outstanding.
What was your primary form of communication with SMT LABS PVT. LTD.?
- Virtual Meeting
- Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
What Stands Out Most About SMT Labs
What has impressed me most about SMT Labs is that they truly care. Their team is not just technically proficient—they are personally invested in the success of the project. That level of attentiveness is rare.
What’s truly unique is their one-on-one engineer-to-client communication. Whether I’m working on the backend, iOS, Android, or the desktop application, their engineers are always accessible, informed, and ready to assist. This hands-on approach creates trust, clarity, and forward momentum.
SMT Labs doesn’t just build software—they build partnerships. That makes all the difference.
Are there any areas for improvement or something SMT LABS PVT. LTD. could have done differently?
Areas for Improvement
Honestly, SMT Labs has exceeded my expectations in every measurable way. Any delays we’ve experienced have come from third-party dependencies, such as waiting on information or access from external sources like Google—not from SMT themselves.
They are always proactive, digging into issues, and working hard to deliver on time. While no team is perfect, I’ve found it genuinely difficult to identify any meaningful areas for improvement. Their dedication, responsiveness, and follow-through set them apart.
In short, they do a fabulous job, and I trust them deeply with complex, high-stakes development work.
RATINGS
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Quality
5.0Service & Deliverables
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Schedule
4.5On time / deadlines
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Cost
5.0Value / within estimates
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Willing to Refer
5.0NPS
"I have recommended SMT Labs to my brother and he has become a valued customer.