Mobile App Design & Development for Transportation App
Featured Review- Custom Software Development Mobile App Development UX/UI Design
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Kotlin
+9
- $10,000 to $49,999
- Feb. - Sep. 2025
- Quality
- 5.0
- Schedule
- 4.5
- Cost
- 4.5
- Willing to Refer
- 5.0
"Touchzen Media's responsiveness and proactive communication made collaboration easy."
- Other industries
- Tampa, Florida
- 1-10 Employees
- Online Review
- Verified
TouchZen Media has designed and developed a mobile app for a recruitment platform. The app is built for iOS and Android and features a DOT-compliant driver application and a document upload system.
TouchZen Media has launched the app in the App Store and Google Play Store, and users are engaging with the paid tiers. The team is professional and accountable. TouchZen Media has a well-organized development cycle with clear milestones, effective communication, and an agile approach to feedback.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the President & Head of Design of Ready-App
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Ready App helps truck drivers get hired faster by streamlining job applications, document management, and compliance through a mobile-friendly platform.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire TouchZen Media to accomplish?
- Mobile app stability & improvements
- Recruiter dashboard improvements and updates
SOLUTION
How did you find TouchZen Media?
Fiverr
Why did you select TouchZen Media over others?
- High ratings
- Pricing fit our budget
- Good value for cost
- Company values aligned
How many teammates from TouchZen Media were assigned to this project?
6-10 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Touchzen Media has played a pivotal role in the development and ongoing success of Ready App, a mobile-first platform designed to transform the hiring, onboarding, and compliance experience for commercial truck drivers and the carriers that rely on them. From the start, Touchzen’s team has delivered exceptional technical expertise, collaborative problem-solving, and a deep understanding of user experience that has helped Ready App stand out in a competitive and fragmented market.
The mobile driver application, built for both iOS and Android, allows truck drivers to create a DOT-compliant professional profile, upload key documents, and manage certifications like Hazmat and TWIC with ease. Thanks to Touchzen’s thoughtful architecture and clean UI/UX design, drivers can now complete an entire DOT application from their phones, something few in the industry have managed to execute effectively.
Touchzen has also implemented tiered in-app subscriptions with seamless feature gating. Free-tier users can build their profile and store up to four documents, while Premium and Pro users unlock unlimited document storage, job submissions, e-signature capabilities, and other powerful features. This approach not only supports scalability but also creates a strong recurring revenue model that supports long-term growth.
Another standout accomplishment has been the buildout of the recruiter web dashboard. Carriers can now search and filter applicants, view completed profiles, manage documents, track onboarding stages, and communicate directly with drivers, all from a single portal. This backend system is not only intuitive but deeply functional, offering features that rival platforms used by far larger competitors. Touchzen delivered a solution that combines ATS functionality with real-time messaging and e-signature workflows, an enormous value add for carriers struggling with disjointed processes and paperwork bottlenecks.
Security and compliance have also been handled with care. The Touchzen team has ensured that all sensitive driver data is stored securely, with encryption at rest and in transit, proper access control, and strong user authentication protocols. This level of diligence is critical in the transportation industry, where identity validation and compliance are both operational and regulatory priorities.
Touchzen’s ongoing work on Ready App continues to push the platform ahead of the competition. Future releases will include automated document expiration reminders, instant DOT compliance checks, and deeper performance insights for both drivers and recruiters. Additionally, integration with third-party APIs like Checkr is underway, further enhancing Ready App’s ability to centralize and simplify the driver onboarding process for carriers of all sizes.
In a market where speed, compliance, and professionalism determine success, Touchzen Media has been instrumental in helping Ready App set a new standard. Their ability to build a platform that is both simple for drivers and powerful for recruiters is a testament to their technical leadership and user-first mindset. With Touchzen as our development partner, Ready App is not just keeping up, we are leading the way.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Measurable Outcomes Demonstrating Progress and Success
Live Deployment on App Stores
Ready App is currently live on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, marking a major milestone in development and public accessibility.
Average user rating (if applicable) and number of active downloads can be tracked for further impact analysis.
Completed DOT-Compliant Application Workflow
Drivers can now complete a full DOT application within the app without the need for third-party forms or manual uploads.
This replaces a previously manual, paper-based process and represents a significant efficiency gain.
Successful Launch of Tiered Subscription Model
The app supports in-app purchases for Premium and Pro plans, providing early monetization opportunities.
Users are already engaging with the paid tiers, generating recurring revenue.
Carrier Dashboard Launched with Functional Recruiter Tools
The web-based recruiter dashboard is fully operational, enabling:
Driver search and profile viewing
Job posting and application tracking
Real-time messaging
E-signature support for onboarding documents
Document Upload and Management System in Use
Drivers are actively uploading CDL, Medical Cards, TWIC, and other required documents.
Documents are downloadable, stored securely, and linked to each driver's profile.
Reduced Time-to-Hire
Early user testing and client feedback show that Ready App reduces onboarding time by several days, particularly for carriers with historically manual processes.
Improved Driver Engagement
Drivers are staying active in the app and returning to update documents or complete profiles.
Metrics such as profile completion rates and document upload frequency show strong adoption behavior.
Positive Recruiter Feedback
Beta users from recruiting teams have reported improved efficiency, fewer drop-offs, and better communication with applicants.
This feedback confirms alignment between product features and market needs.
Stable Infrastructure with Minimal Downtime
The app and dashboard have shown high uptime and performance stability across devices.
Ongoing updates and bug fixes have been well-managed by Touchzen Media with timely rollouts.
Feature Expansion in Progress
Work is underway on document expiration reminders, compliance checks, and API integrations (e.g., Checkr), signaling momentum and continued development.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Touchzen Media has consistently demonstrated a high level of professionalism and accountability in managing the Ready App project. From initial planning through deployment, they have maintained a well-organized development cycle with clear milestones, effective communication, and an agile approach to feedback.
Their team delivered core components—such as the DOT-compliant driver application, document upload system, and recruiter dashboard—within the agreed-upon timeframes. Even when certain features required iteration or refinement based on user testing, Touchzen was quick to respond, adapt, and push timely updates without compromising on quality.
What stands out most is their responsiveness. When new needs arose—whether driven by market feedback or internal feature expansion—they adjusted priorities efficiently and communicated clearly about development timelines and tradeoffs. Whether it was fixing a last-minute document upload issue, refining user interface flow, or implementing in-app subscriptions, their team took ownership and moved quickly.
Weekly or biweekly progress check-ins were well-organized, and their use of collaborative tools (such as task trackers, shared documentation, and dev builds) helped keep our internal team aligned with theirs. They were proactive in flagging potential issues early, offering technical guidance, and always providing realistic time estimates.
In short, Touchzen Media didn’t just meet expectations—they exceeded them. Their project management style has been a key driver behind Ready App’s rapid development and smooth rollout. With their continued support, we are confident in scaling Ready App to compete and win in a demanding industry.
What was your primary form of communication with TouchZen Media?
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Touchzen Media's responsiveness and proactive communication made collaboration easy. We never have to chase updates or worry about progress. Instead, we were met with clear timelines, realistic expectations, and a can-do attitude that made them a pleasure to work with.
Are there any areas for improvement or something TouchZen Media could have done differently?
Timelines around certain "coming soon" features could be more consistently communicated and updated. While we understand that development priorities shift based on evolving needs, a clearer feature roadmap with estimated delivery windows would improve internal planning and marketing coordination.
That said, Touchzen’s willingness to listen, adapt, and deliver fast improvements more than made up for these minor areas of friction. We consider them learning moments rather than setbacks, and we're confident that the process will only continue to improve as our partnership grows.
RATINGS
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Quality
5.0Service & Deliverables
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Schedule
4.5On time / deadlines
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Cost
4.5Value / within estimates
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Willing to Refer
5.0NPS
