5Hz

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the DevOps Architect of SliceIQ

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We're a blockchain technology company specializing in smart contract development and Web3 solutions.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Hz to accomplish?

• Build a liquidity pool management feature with automated market maker (AMM) functionality
• Develop a module with staking and reward distribution mechanisms

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Hz?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site

Why did you select 5Hz over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit

How many teammates from 5Hz were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

5Hz was engaged to expand our DeFi platform with two critical features: an AMM-based liquidity pool system and a staking/rewards module. The project spanned 9 months and involved both smart contract development and backend infrastructure. 
Phase 1 - AMM Liquidity Pool Development: 5Hz developed a complete automated market maker solution allowing users to provide liquidity, execute token swaps, and earn trading fees. This included implementing the constant product formula (x*y=k), slippage protection, and liquidity provider (LP) token minting/burning mechanisms. They integrated price oracle feeds to ensure accurate pricing and prevent manipulation. 
Phase 2 - Staking & Rewards Module: They built a staking system where users can lock tokens to earn rewards. This included implementing time-locked staking periods, reward calculation algorithms based on staking duration and pool size, automated reward distribution, and early withdrawal penalty mechanisms. 
Phase 3 - Backend Infrastructure: 5Hz architected a microservices-based backend to support these features, including transaction processing services, blockchain event indexers, and real-time data aggregation. They developed RESTful APIs and WebSocket endpoints for frontend integration, ensuring low-latency user interactions. 
Key Deliverables: 
Smart contracts for AMM liquidity pools (swap, add/remove liquidity functions)
Smart contracts for staking mechanisms and reward distribution
Comprehensive smart contract test suite with 95%+ code coverage
RESTful API with 15+ endpoints for pool and staking operations
WebSocket service for real-time liquidity and price updates
Microservices for transaction processing and blockchain event indexing
Database schema and data models for user positions and historical data
Technical documentation and API documentation
Deployment scripts and CI/CD pipeline configurationSecurity audit preparation documentation"

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

800+ users actively providing liquidity within the first 60 days of launch

Smart contracts processing 300-500 transactions daily with 99.8% uptime

Average transaction confirmation time of 15 seconds

Zero critical security vulnerabilities found in external audit

Reduced gas costs by 25% through optimized smart contract design

Delivered all features within the agreed timeline

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

Overall, 5Hz demonstrated strong project management capabilities, though we experienced some initial challenges that are common in complex blockchain projects.

5Hz assigned a dedicated project manager who provided weekly progress updates and maintained open communication channels. At the project's outset, we had some difficulty aligning on the technical approach for the AMM implementation. Our internal team preferred one architectural pattern while 5Hz advocated for a different solution based on their experience. It took 2-3 weeks of discussions and technical evaluations before we reached a consensus. While this extended the kickoff phase, the collaborative debate ultimately led to a better solution that incorporated both perspectives. Most milestones were delivered on time, though we experienced occasional delays, typically 3-5 days. the best part was when we requested changes to the staking reward calculation logic mid-project based on community feedback, 5Hz adapted quickly and incorporated the changes without significant pushback.

What was your primary form of communication with 5Hz?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Their deep DeFi expertise and flexibility. 5Hz developers brought real-world protocol knowledge that improved our original design, and when requirements changed mid-project, they adapted seamlessly.

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Hz could have done differently?

The initial planning phase could have been smoother. It would have been helpful if 5Hz had conducted a more thorough discovery session upfront to fully understand our existing architecture and technical preferences before proposing their approach. This would have shortened the 2-3 week alignment period we experienced at the start.

Additionally, while their communication was generally good, there were a few instances where we only learned about minor delays or blockers during our scheduled check-ins rather than proactively. Earlier heads-up on potential issues—even small ones—would have helped us adjust our internal planning.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Sport Director of a sports company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Sport Club

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Hz to accomplish?

• Made website for the Club
• Made tournament bracket for a competition

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Hz?

Online Search

Why did you select 5Hz over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from 5Hz were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

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

Website for the sport club and programm for the tournaments

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The projectwas donevery well

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

The service performed by 5Hz company was done in an expert manner with high quality and competitive value.

What was your primary form of communication with 5Hz?

Email or Messaging App

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

Their professionalism and competitive value impressed us.

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Hz could have done differently?

 The 5 Hz  well  done project and give for us lesson what we could and could not do.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the President of a motion pictures & film company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

N/A

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Hz to accomplish?

• Web Presentation

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Hz?

Referral

Why did you select 5Hz over others?

Referred to me

How many teammates from 5Hz were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

5HZ has demonstrated exceptional expertise in designing a UX for a website that seamlessly integrates video, still photos, text, and user interactions. Their platform is both user-friendly and powerful, catering perfectly to professional needs. They consistently meet deadlines with realistic expectations, making them a reliable partner. I highly recommend 5HZ for ongoing projects and look forward to our continued collaboration. Their service and results are truly commendable.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The measurable outcomes included positive user feedback in survey, inteviews and engagements in the hundreds of thousands. Also, the ability to easily update the content.

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

They consistently delivered items on time and were very responsive to our needs, adapting their strategies as the project evolved. Communication was clear and frequent, ensuring all project milestones were met with our expectations. Their ability to manage time and resources effectively made the collaboration smooth and successful.

What was your primary form of communication with 5Hz?

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

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

They have a good toolkit and mitigate design and implementation risk while meeting the spec.

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Hz could have done differently?

Any problems that were faced while working were quickly and collaboratively resolved.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Atlas Work

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We're staffing company providing personel in different branches all over the Poland.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 5Hz to accomplish?

• Create a new web-site for Ukrainian branch of a company
• Create a new web-site for polish branch of a company

SOLUTION

How did you find 5Hz?

Referral

Why did you select 5Hz over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from 5Hz were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

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

5Hz designed and developed two new websites for our business, and they knocked it out of the park! For the Ukrainian website, they integrated a job search system directly into the site, making it easy for potential employees to find the perfect opportunity. 

They also integrated CRM systems, so our team can stay on top of all our communications. For the Polish website, they focused on making it easier to navigate and more informative. They succeeded on both fronts, creating a website that is both user-friendly and informative.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We're already noticed increased outcome of clients via web-site.

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

The whole experience of working with the 5hz team was a pure pleasure, communication with the team was constant, any questions we had were answered almost immediately. All the all our wishes and amendments were always taken into account. The 5hz team was also actively involved in finding optimal solutions for the specifics of our work.

What was your primary form of communication with 5Hz?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The value for money is outstanding. It was also impressive how fast the team managed to deliver the project.

Are there any areas for improvement or something 5Hz could have done differently?

We're so happy with the work that 5Hz did for us. They were professional, efficient, and creative. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a web design and development team.