Apps. Design. Digitalization. We are the Experts.
- 8+ Years of experience
- 70+ In-house experts
- 250+ Succesful projects
- 2 branches in Berlin & Prague
We develop mobile apps, web apps and analyze data. With our highly qualified in-house team, we are experts in the digitalization of business processes.
★German Brand Award 2020
Digital solutions & App, 1st prize
Ackee was recognized as the best Digital solution & App with Bundestag App in international premium competition for design.
★Deloitte
Recognition of Excellence 2018
Ackee was awarded in the special category "Recognition of Excellence" of the annual "Technology Fast 50" awards.
★Annual Multimedia Award
Award Silber
Bundestag App was awarded in the category App in 2019 in a German competition with tradition since 1996.
EXPERTISE
The expertise and services we provide run across all platforms. Even though we are a leading mobile development company, we also work with the latest web and server technologies. Almost every mobile app needs backend technologies or an accompanied website. Because we want to assure the best quality experience as possible, we DO NOT outsource, we produce everything in-house and we offer various services:
- Discovery phase of a project
- UI/UX from wireframes through design to user testing
- Native mobile app development using the latest technologies such as Kotlin/Swift and FRP
- Frontend development with React
- Backend decelopment in Node.js/Java/PHP
- Setting up CI and automated tests
- QA with test cases and user paths
- Data analytics
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Bundestag, Zonky, Audi, Škoda Auto, Livesport, Weshare
Bundestag
Ackee won the Europe-wide tender of the Bundestag to design and develop a completely new native app for the German House of Representatives. The delivered solution serves on the one hand as a reliable source of information for the general public and on the other hand enables the members of the Bundestag to communicate effectively with the citizens.
Zonky
Zonky is the biggest peer-to-peer lending provider in Czech Republic. We won the pitch to design and develop app for investors and for borrowers. We focused on user friendly interface and implemented features such as login with face ID. In development we used newest Apple and Google technology such as MVVM architecture, Room and Realm databases.
Audi: Rideguide
Rideguide project was started as an innovation project in Audi Denkwerkstatt incubator - the goal was to test new opportunities for Audi outside the mobility area.
Our goal was to bring a MVP version of the app as soon as possible to the end users. The origin architecture was even simplified by Ackee to fulfill this goal (for example we have replaced a web CMS with a Google spreadsheet).
The app itself is an interactive tour guide with gamification principles to motivate users to create their own tours
Škoda Auto Digi Lab: Cosmo
We created a native app which enables easy delivery of parcels or food directly into the trunk of your car.
Flashsport
Ackee supports a sports media provider in the construction of their new software, a customizable sports news app. The team focuses on both design and development.
Volkswagen: Weshare
After Volkswagen had launched its all-electric carsharing service in Berlin, we started working together to bring its fleet to Prague, too. WeShare looks to launch in Prague in 2020..
Reviews
the project
Outsourced Android Dev for Weather App
"They are highly dedicated to their work and are always looking for the best solutions."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am the owner of the company InMeteo s.r.o. We are Czech, family-owned company with a focus on advanced weather forecasting. We provide weather information for newspapers, TV channels, travel agencies, and for various industries too. In general, we collect data and provide advanced weather analysis.
For what projects/services did your company hire Ackee?
We wanted to make our forecasts more approachable for wider group of users. To create an app where not only located weather forecast is available but where you can actually see the weather on a map. We had our own iOS team, but we were willing to outsource Android development as we found it more effective and faster solution.
What were your goals for this project?
Our goal is to build the best weather app worldwide.
How did you select this vendor?
We asked our friends to recommends us company for mobile app development. After initial meeting with Ackee we have known that Ackee is the best choice.
Describe the project in detail.
In the beginning, we had a series of meetings about what we want to achieve with this and what feeling should the user have from it. Then they developed, configured, and launched the Android version of the app. During the process, the communication channels were open on both sides to discuss the functionality of the app and how it works.
What was the team composition?
At the beginning of the cooperation, there were 2 Android developers and 1 Project manager. As the project went further, the team was completed with 2 more Android developers, 1 iOS developer, 1 tester and 1 designer.
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
The app has a million downloads currently and the number of active users is constantly growing. There is a lot of weather apps for Android, but our app is unique and therefore it is able to succeed in such a strong competitive environment.
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
During the project, we found the communication with Ackee highly effective. We used dedicated Slack channels and Redmine to assign the tasks. Ackee always responded very quickly and on point. They also regularly asked for feedback to make the cooperation even smoother.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
They are highly dedicated to their work and are always looking for the best solutions.
Are there any areas for improvement?
I would say that there is always something to improve in every area of man's doing. However, we were very satisfied with Ackee's contribution and they always responded to our feedback with improvement.
the project
Native Mobile Apps for Online Grocery Solution
"I appreciate their passion for their work and commitment to delivering the best product possible."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am the CTO at Košík.cz and CIO of MallGroup in Czech republic. Košík.cz has more than 400 employees. We are number two company in online retail with foods, drinks, drugstore and many others.
We have more than 16 000 articles that you know from your grocery store. I am responsible for the agile development of the whole B2B and B2C platform that support business needs.
For what projects/services did your company hire Ackee?
We hired Ackee as a strong partner for the developing native mobile application for Android and iOS. We do not have any in-house mobile developers so because of the Ackee we are able to have a competitive mobile app and we still have time to focus on our core platform solution.
What were your goals for this project?
We know that in the modern world we must have a mobile app for our business to be successful. We started with web site application and goal of this project was to develop mobile app and provide our customers an easier way to order our goods.
How did you select this vendor?
We have selected Ackee based on their reputation on the czech market. We had a presentation from top three companies from Czech republic about concept of the app and Ackee won that tender based on their presentation/references and many others, it was a perfect fit.
Describe the project in detail.
At the beginning we had a series of meetings about face of the company, how feeling should user have from this app. We also filled Ackees design brief. We had limited time to provide first MVP version so it was more waterfall than agile access. Ackee made clickable prototype and then UI design.
During the development of app Ackee was also responsible for consultations of mobile first API design. During the last month of the development we merge testing teams on both sides to make sure everything is ready and we have a product in good quality for our customers.
What was the team composition?
Košík.cz provided API developers, testers and marketing team for the consultations. Ackee provided 1 PM, 1 UX, 1UI, 2 Android, 2 iOS developers and 1 QA. We worked as a team with recurring meetings every week.
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
We have another two channels how to reach our customers. We don’t need to pay so much attention to our mobile website solution. We saw that our customers are using different platforms (website/mobile app) during different times of the day. Day also combine both options for single order. We support all major platform as our competitors do.
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
We used JIRA for development and MS teams for instant messaging. Ackee assigned for the project highly skilled project manager with a good technical knowledge so we were able to communicate with him almost all the details of the project. All other team members was also professionals, project went really well!
What did you find most impressive about this company?
I appreciate their passion for their work and commitment to delivering the best product possible in a limited timeframe.
Are there any areas for improvement?
I don’t think so, nothing special to be pointed out in this sense. We cooperate on the product also after the MVP phase. We are working in the rapid release cycles and iterative improvements of the app. We are releasing at least one version per month.
the project
Microsite Dev for Data Protection Company
"They were cool people that created cool apps with a professional approach."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
We`re Personal data protection authority for Czech republic region. I am the Chief Information Officer
For what projects/services did your company hire Ackee?
We had problems with the comprehensiveness and clarity of our website. We needed a clear microsite to inform the public about GDPR.
What were your goals for this project?
Create a simple, fresh website focused on the General Data Protection Regulation and inform the public about the benefits and obligations of the Regulation.
How did you select this vendor?
We did a market research focused on the quality of the references and the affordable price.
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
The supplier received documents from us in the form of legal regulations and recommendations of our office. They had to transform these informations into an understandable form to the general public, create a wireframe of microsite, design graphics, and create a complex web presentation.
What was the team composition?
The project team consisted of a project manager, key account manager, graphic designers, copywrighter and coders.
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
The microsite was launched a week before deadline. We managed to serve information to general public and mitigate the hysteria around GDPR.
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
Wery immpressive and effective!
What did you find most impressive about this company?
They were cool people that created cool apps with a professional approach.
Are there any areas for improvement?
Maybe they could improve the language correction in the submitted documents a bit, but a few grammatical errors are a reasonable tax for a young international team.
the project
Web App Development for Bank Onboarding Process
"They are professionals and know different technologies. They share that knowledge with our team, too."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
We are a small retail bank. I'm responsible for IT development.
For what projects/services did your company hire Ackee?
Our client onboarding process on-line just partially. In the end, the client had to come to the local branch. The web application was old and ugly. Also, we haven't enough experience with modern web development/
What were your goals for this project?
Our goal was to create a new online onboarding web application. Also, we wanted to acquire build a team with experience.
How did you select this vendor?
We found some candidates and after some discussions, we choose one.
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
They provide us two javascript developers and one skilled architect. They help us to create solution architecture and implement it. They help us to follow the initial technical plans.
What was the team composition?
Part of the team was 2 our front-end developers, one analytic, one tester and other supporting roles.
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
We have improved the new client conversion rate by two. The process is now completely on-line.
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
The project was organized as a waterfall. It was a good choice.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
They are professionals and know different technologies. They share that knowledge with our team, too.
Are there any areas for improvement?
No.
Currently, the app has about a million downloads, and the number of active users is constantly growing. Ackee communicated effectively through various digital channels to keep on top of their tasks. They also solicited regular feedback to ensure smooth success.