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Their team excelled at introducing new technology to our company, working with Scala, Apache Spark, and Elasticsearch, all of which were new to the bank. We also implemented continuous delivery based on 51zero’s recommendation, which is a new approach for us.
In terms of new practices and technologies brought to the bank, they were invaluable to us.
How did 51zero perform from a project management standpoint?
Another area in which Gary stands out is the ability to motivate his team and give them focus. He also brought in very experienced people to the project's various areas.
What distinguishes 51zero from other providers?
The level of expertise and ambition 51zero possesses is what sets them apart. Introducing a new piece of technology on such a large scale will surely be a painful process. They were not afraid of that, but rather courageous in implementing new tools in a bank that is not renowned for moving fast.
Is there anything 51zero could have improved or done differently?
I'm happy with the work they've done, and I don't have any significant red flags.
I would really only have one piece of advice. When it comes to production deployment, not only is the solution's architecture important, but the operational framework also needs to be considered. They should have spent more time concentrating on the latter. However, this is a very minor point compared to the benefits we received from the project.
51zero introduced continuous delivery and several new technologies, which have become crucial elements of the bank's operational structure. Their ability to smoothly implement cutting-edge technology in a conservative environment is a testiment to their dedication and considerable expertise.