Webtage

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Chief Executive Officer of Embrace - The Human Cloud

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Our company helps organizations automate business processes and connect people through software solutions, focused on digital collaboration, knowledge sharing and digital services.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Accelerate development: Outsource C# back-end tasks to gain efficiency
• Enhance quality: Leverage external expertise for testing and QA

SOLUTION

How did you find Webtage?

Online Search

Why did you select Webtage over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Webtage were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Webtage has been a valuable partner engaged with providing support and expertise in various areas of software development, with a focus on both back-end and front-end technologies, as well as quality assurance and technology research.

Some of the key deliverables included:

• Development and maintenance of C# code for the back-end systems using technologies like EF, RabbitMQ, Elastic and SignalR
• Building and enhancing UI using React, Angular, HTML5, and CSS
• Actively participated in development teams, contributing ideas and solutions
• Conducting thorough testing of software components and systems
• Exploring and evaluating new technologies and provided us with valuable recommendations for adoption and implementation

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Engaging Webtage led to an increase in our development speed. This allowed us to allocate internal resources and take on additional projects that would have been challenging to tackle otherwise. 
Webtage ability to upscale by adding additional high-skilled professionals allowed us to upscale faster than we would otherwise be able to do in our own geographic location. Outsourcing non-critical tasks freed up our internal team to concentrate on core product development, leading to a faster time-to-market for our products.

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

While we didn't utilize Webtage project management services, their developers seamlessly integrated into our own internal teams. They worked closely with our own developers, ensuring timely delivery of products with the expected quality. Their communication and willingness to think of the best possible technical solution were key to our successful collaboration.

What was your primary form of communication with Webtage?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Webtage impressed us with its commitment to exceeding expectations. Their dedication is visible in their work and the administrative work-related processes; it was obvious that quality was important to them. Its strong cultural and value alignment with our company was evident in areas like leadership, openness to new ideas, and intercultural sensitivity. 
This really helped with team alignment and collaboration. Their highly developed business processes inspired us, and their commitment to employee training and quality and security standards helped us see them as trustworthy partners.

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

While we really appreciate the value Webtage provides, we've found their recent rate increases to be challenging. Greater transparency and lead time regarding pricing adjustments would be beneficial for long-term planning.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the executive producer of Pelaajatcom esports

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

The largest e-sports media in Finland. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• We wanted to upgrade our viewer experience on our own CS:GO tournaments and Webtage did great job listening our needs and filling our tight schedule with excellent work regarding HUD project.

SOLUTION

How did you find Webtage?

Clutch Site

Why did you select Webtage over others?

I did consider them along with two other options.

How many teammates from Webtage were assigned to this project?

There were 3 ppl working from their team.

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

They firstly took our feedback what kind of Design we were looking regarding CS:GO HUD and what additional stuff we wanted to see in HUD. After that they started to work communication with us along the way with every progress/step on project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We were able to start using our HUD after few weeks of work. It did work splendidly and they were fast-changing stuff we wanted to change.

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

They met deadlines, communicate with us perfectly

What was your primary form of communication with Webtage?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They knew exactly what we wanted and filled our needs perfectly.

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

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the chief executive officer of California Association of Pest Control Advisers (CAPCA)

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

CAPCA provides services to and represents the interests of California's licensed pest control advisers (PCAs).

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Streamline the entire continuing education (CE) process for CE Sponsors.
• Create a new recurring revenue stream for our organization.
• Create an intuitive and seamless way for CE attendees to have their credit tracked.

SOLUTION

How did you find Webtage?

• Referral
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Webtage over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Good value for cost
• Scalable

How many teammates from Webtage were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

• Course and Session Management: CE Sponsors can easily manage their sessions, including attendance tracking, reviewing, and fixing any inconsistencies. The application allows them to submit this information directly to CAPCA, ensuring that all data is accurate and up-to-date.
• QR Code Scanning: A standout feature of the product is the ability to scan QR codes using a phone or tablet camera via the preloaded web application. This feature enables real-time tracking of attendees as they enter and exit sessions, ensuring accurate reporting of CE hours.
• Streamlined CE Course Application Process: The application simplifies the process of applying for CE courses, making it easier for sponsors and attendees to manage their continuing education requirements.
• Automated Reporting and VOA Certificates: The application automatically generates reports and issues VOA certificates to attendees, reducing the administrative burden and ensuring compliance with CE requirements.
• Retroactive Data Reporting: Users can report attendance data retroactively, which is particularly helpful during the renewal process, ensuring that all CE hours are accurately recorded and reflected in official records.
• API Development: Users' course attendance records are available to third-party organizations which keep track of the records as a service to their respective membership groups.
  Premium features: CE Sponsors can choose to purchase a subscription to enhanced premium features which provide greater flexibility, streamlined tasks, empower collaboration, and which promote their brand to attendees

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

1. Delivery of core features on time.
2. Delivery of core features on budget.
3. Reliability of production application.

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

The Webtage team is very professional in communicating accurate timelines, progress against timeline and budget, and the impact of scope extensions. Ultimatley, the first release of the core features was on a very short timeline and webtage delivered.

What was your primary form of communication with Webtage?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The ability to work with a full-stack team of talent makes the creation of enterprise-grade software straightforward. With a team of business analysts, designers, architects, DevOps, developers and QA; Webtage provides all the resources for a product owner or product visionary to transform an idea into a reality. 

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

It is always difficult for a non-technical person to understand why a certain feature becomes so costly. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of PayRetailers

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

PayRetailers is a global payment network that helps companies in a variety of industries conduct safe and effective online transactions.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Mobile App Development
• UX/UI Design

SOLUTION

How did you find Webtage?

Referral

Why did you select Webtage over others?

• High ratings
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Webtage were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Webtage stepped into the project and took on the challenge of making my app a reality with great enthusiasm. From the start, they were cooperative and actively participated. I can vividly remember our first talks, during which I laid out my requirements about the quantity of displays, features, design, and even color palette. Webtage did more than just nod in agreement; it actively contributed by offering suggestions and ideas for maximizing the app's potential.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

It became evident during the endeavor that Webtage was not only meeting but surpassing my expectations. My expectations were exceeded by the software they developed. They went above and beyond by including new functionality that significantly improved the UX, in addition to nailing the looks. Webtage is distinguished by its persistent commitment to quality and painstaking attention to detail.

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

In the field of project management, Webtage leads the competition. Their methodology is quite impressive. Not only was timeliness met, but often beyond, pleasantly surprise me with their efficacy. Webtage maintained in regular contact with me along the process, keeping me updated at every turn. Such knowledge and commitment are rare in the busy world of these days, but they are exceptional in every aspect.

What was your primary form of communication with Webtage?

Email or Messaging App

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

The thing about Webtage that most impressed me was their enthusiasm for my project. Webtage seemed to be genuinely interested in implementing my app idea, unlike other companies that seemed to be solely focused on making money.

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

To tell the truth, I've looked everywhere for ways that Webtage can improve, but I've never been able to find any. They have been nothing short of amazing during the whole process. Webatge has been a brilliant example of quality and reliability from the start to the finish. They could do better than to set even greater standards for themselves, as they have already set a very high bar.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Gatsby

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Software to streamline ambassador and micro-influencer programs.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Rebuild the tech from the ground up
• Create a Shopify App
• Scale the technology to support Enterprise clients

SOLUTION

How did you find Webtage?

Referral

Why did you select Webtage over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Webtage were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Full time engineering support from Webtage. They help scope the sprints and manage a vast array of engineering tickets from creating APIs to integrating partner technologies to updating our front end UI. There is nothing the Webtage team and our engineer there can't do.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The product is a well known player in the Shopify app ecosystem now. We are continuing to grow the company every day.

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

Yes they are very timely. We manage 2-week sprints and the team at Webtage communicates daily on progress via Skype and JIRA tickets. Every two weeks we meet on a live call to go over the sprint and prepare for the next one. 

And about once per year the founder of Webtage flies out to California to meet with me in person and discuss strategy and goals for the next year.

What was your primary form of communication with Webtage?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

We're impressed with their communication and pride in their work. With other contractor companies, I've seen poor communication and poor-quality deliverables. Webtage is the opposite, they are a great engineering partner for us.

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

I think they're working on providing technical support during other time-zones, which would be very helpful for us to have.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Marketing Manager of ULTRA LIGHT

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Sells Lighting

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• For eCommerce Website Development

SOLUTION

How did you find Webtage?

Clutch Site

Why did you select Webtage over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from Webtage were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

Our first project with Webtage involved a complete revamp of our light store. Their focus was on improving the user journey through the store and incorporating eye-catching motion design elements. The final result surpassed our expectations, leading us to confidently choose Vserve Amazon Listing Service for our next project.
Next, Vserve Amazon Listing Service partnered with us to bring the Ultra Light web store into life.
Vserve Amazon Listing Service conducted workshops to understand our needs and target audience. A thorough discovery phase identified features, functionalities, and technical requirements.
Store structure and functionalities were built from the ground up and deployment setups were configured for smooth operation. They migrated products from the old WordPress platform to Shopify.
Then, ongoing quality assurance testing ensured a bug-free experience. Vserve Amazon Listing Service conducted a soft launch and addressed any issues that arose during the soft launch. After comprehensive user acceptance testing, the store was officially launched.
The Ultra Light web store exceeded expectations, providing a user-friendly and efficient platform for online sales.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The site's comprehensive transformation resulted in a modern design, enhanced user experience, and improved functionality. This translates to a visually appealing website that's easy for customers to navigate and for our team to manage. We've seen a positive impact on increased sales, site speed, and conversion rate.

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

The workflow between our team and Webtage Agency was highly effective. Communication was seamless, and they consistently addressed our requirements promptly. Their Shopify expert was available in text messages 24/7. Their Project Manager provided daily updates and budget reports, and we had weekly catch-ups on a need basis.

What was your primary form of communication with Webtage?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

We were thoroughly impressed by Webtage’s ability to tackle complex challenges head-on. Their innovative approach and unwavering commitment to finding efficient solutions aligned seamlessly with our needs. Moreover, their adaptability, collaborative team spirit, and willingness to go above and beyond, truly set them apart.

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

While both projects were executed successfully, there is always room for improvement in the project timeline.