Appycodes

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of Grow Interactive

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We provide UX/UI, web build and design services to digital agencies and businesses.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We started working with AppyCodes around 7 years ago. We were in the process of transitioning from having our own in-house developers to outsourcing all development work as the focus of our business developed from full service to a more focused lead generation model. So our goal here was to source the best and most reliable developers we could find to support us with a wide range of ongoing projects. 

Ritesh the Appycodes' team blew us away with their efficiency, clarity, and remarkably good overall service. They understood exactly what we needed every time and very quickly became a hugely valuable supplier. The ongoing technical support quickly moved up to full project delivery and it became clear very quickly that we had found our trusted supplier.

SOLUTION

How did you find Appycodes?

Referral

Why did you select Appycodes over others?

• High ratings
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

What was the size of Appycodes’s team?

2-5 Employees

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

I now work on Shopify projects with Appycodes but initially, we worked almost exclusively on Wordpress jobs. We would provide a detailed brief that they would then feedback on. They would then provide us with a technical breakdown of what they thought all the requirements were so we could agree on that before going ahead. We would then have regular reviews as projects progressed and be in constant communication via the normal collaboration tools. 

Designs were mostly provided as collaborative prototypes and Appycodes would always build via a staging site before managing the launch process and providing great ongoing aftercare and support. Appycodes were also able to provide us with really detailed technical breakdowns for some more complex projects. The detail and clarity of what was provided was exceptional and, again, hugely valuable to us and our clients.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

All projects have been delivered above and beyond - efficiently and effectively so the benefits of that kind of service are difficult to apply a figure to but very easy to appreciate as hugely beneficial. Each project was met with very positive client feedback and no reports of any ongoing concerns so that’s another positive measurable. 

I was never involved on the analytics side so I can’t provide much in the way of figures, but I do have one measurable outcome for the last Shopify project that Appycodes worked on. Other factors are at play here but much of it can be attributed to the new and vastly improved website produced by AppyCodes: 

• (Luxury fashion e-commerce site) Year to Date - Jan 1 2023 - April 19 2023 compared to Jan 1 2022 - April 19 2022 
• 122% increase in total website sales 
• 51% increase in total website sessions 
• 27% increase in total orders

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

We communicate primarily through Slack. Their project management is superb and they’re always fully in control and aware of all of the variables and details. Timelines are always clear and always met.

What was your primary form of communication with Appycodes?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The value they bring to any project. They don’t just take a brief and deliver (although they do do that as well:) they offer input and suggestions - so they add value and offer input to every project. Ritesh has always proved to be an endless font of technical knowledge - which is indeed, most impressive.

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

No!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are a marketing agency. I am the Managing Director.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Appycodes, and what were your goals?

One of our event management clients had money tied up on one of the market leading SaaS ticketing platforms. They urgently needed to build their own propietary system as a web scalable hosted platform to enable them to generate revenues and improve their cash position.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

Appycodes proved themselves to be the most agile company we spoke to to deliver the project. They were able to propose a customised solution that was technically sound, rapidly deployable and good value for money.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

They designed a custom web based platform, which was web scalable from a Statement of Requirements that was sent to them. This included protyping, creation of AWS instance and management tools, creaiton of the backend CMS and development of the front end UI. They advised on UX and UI considerations, and build out the specific functionality in line with the requirements.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

There were 4 people in the core team - the Project Manager, the Lead Developer, and 2 developers.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

The project was able to reduce their associated transaction costs by a factor of 10, improving profitability.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

The team are extremely approachable. They are receptive to ideas, very open collaborators. They work very well to tight deadlines. They use whatever productivity apps you need (e.g. Trello/Asana/Slack)

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

Their ability to build a customized solution and offer great value for money was impressive.

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

Keep up the great work.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the CEO of Bloc, a social events app and platform in London and the UK.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Appycodes, and what were your goals?

We asked Appycodes to develop our mobile app as well as 3 other websites to go with it.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

I first discovered Appycodes online and started small with a few Android bug fixes before Appycodes became my main developer for the Android version of our app and web development team. I wanted an affordable option that moved fast and communicated brilliantly.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

First Appycodes helped with creation of the Android version of our app. This allowed people to check-in to venues and events and be rewarded for doing so. Next we asked Appycodes to design a rewards website for us that involved e-commerce and the Algorand blockchain. Mainly using Wordpress and Python this site was complex but created brilliantly.

How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

I mainly work with Ritesh and Swati, the owners, as well as other members of their team.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

Within 3 months of Appycodes completing the Android version of our app our ratings improved by over 0.8. We also created a growth hack which helped get installs organically.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

The project managers are fantastic communicators and work super fast. Our comminication is mainly held on instant messengers as well as email.

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

Developers are notorious for overcharging and taking double the amount of time they promise on a project, however this isn't the case with Appycodes. They worked fast and were very honest about delivery times.

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

Sometimes we're a little bit reactive when it comes to some of the development e.g. not updating plugins or security risks until we notice something is wrong. It would be an even better experience if we're one step ahead and have everything updated/securities in place before there are problems.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the CEO of a US based startup (C Corporation). I am working on building an app for retail and hospitality sector.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Appycodes, and what were your goals?

We hired Appycodes for building the minimum viable product for our company. Initially, I decided to build a website for NFT search and recommendation. However, I scrapped the project due to crash in the NFT markets during July 2022. I then started working on building a mobile app for loyalty programs. The web development for NFT search and app development for loyalty programs were completed by Appycodes.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

We were looking for potential vendors and we were connected to Appycodes by a friend. I had a personal meeting with Appycodes founder. I looked at their portfolio and also discussed our project with them. I was amazed at their knowledge and their ability to easily grasp our requirement, given that I am not a web developer by training and do not usually speak their language.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

Given that our specifications were not very clear at the beginning, Appycodes helped us develop our specification on the go. They gave us very good advice, reduced the complexity of the project to minimize the development time, and delivered consistently on the project.

How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We worked with eight developers over the course of two projects.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

The web development project was completed within 2 months. The app development is ongoing, and we expect to launch the app in Jan 2023.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

The project manager was very easy to work with, provided good advice respectfully, and the project is being delivered on time. We had created a rough timeline at the start of the project, and they have been consistent with the timeline. The primary communication tool was Slack, and we occasionally had group meeting on Google meet.

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

I was most impressed by their advice and their alignment with our goals. They will quickly understand the business context, and identify the best solution to deliver the business result by picking the right technology (database structure, storage solution, etc.).

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

None from my side.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We provide self-direct & live online education courses. We require new site builds, SEO optimization, consultancy and ongoing maintainance. My role is Managing Director.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Appycodes, and what were your goals?

We require 3 front-end sites with jobs boards and LMS sync. Appycodes provide full project management services including site build, designer liaison, hosting, SEO and content consultancy plus ongoing maintenance. Appycodes is our go-to team for all tech services.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

We have worked with the team for 5+ years and their depth of industry knowledge, speed of work and dedication make it easy to stay loyal to Appycodes as our go-to tech team.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

For each project we meet with Ritesh to scope the work and to agree on the project outline. We have ongoing and regular meetings for progress and feedback. Each project is different but Ritesh's team is excellent to work to deadlines.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We work with a cross section of the Appycodes team. They feel like an extension of our team - rather than an external service provider. They work hard to get to know you and what is important for you to achieve / communication styles / and deliverables.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

Higher conversions, better traffic, better UX reviews

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

Appycodes will set the communication rhythm to match your company's needs. They are flexible to whether you want to use Slack or Trello - talk on Meet or Skype...we feel very supported and like they are always there.

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

The transparent way that we work together and the ideas from Appycodes made our goals achievable faster and better. They don't just take what you say - they will offer improvement suggestions.

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

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BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Head of Operations and Marketing at a Digital Marketing Agency based in the UK.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Appycodes, and what were your goals?

We have been working with Ritesh and the team at Appycodes for over 5 years now on various projects. We initially approached them to support on some website development for a couple of clients that we were working with. After the great success of the first couple of projects we have continued to use Appycodes for all of our Web Development needs which have ranged from small web page updates, through to building entire websites for our clients.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

We crawled through a variety of platforms and came across Appycodes - after an initial conversation on our first project we found them to be incredibly knowledgable and able to find solutions to whatever problems were thrown at them. We initially decided to proceed based on their knowledge and expertise, and we continue to utilise them as a resource due to their responsive nature and ability to provide high quality work.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

We create a detailed brief for all of our work with Appycodes and provide it for them to review. If there are any points to clarify then we can jump on a call to discuss and ensure there is a clear understanding. From there we are given an estimated completion date before conducting a final review and making any small tweaks required.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We have a combined Slack channel with multiple members from each team to ensure we have thorough communication.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

We have achieved fantastic success based on the support we have had from Appycodes - multiple websites created which has allowed us to create lead generation campaigns that work.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

We utilise Slack for communication which has proved to be a valuable tool. Ritesh and his team are incredibly responsive and even with the time difference between our two locations, they always seem to be active.

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

Their speed and efficiency in completing the tasks on time, knowing that quality results will be delivered, is impressive.

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

No.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am a Team leader of Arup Sarkar Private Company. I am doing my business with my website and Apps for my website since 2017.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Appycodes?

We have hired Appycodes since 2019 for Website development, Optimization, SEO, Backlinks.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

We have searched on Internet about Best website company near me, we got several answer, we have talked each. We get satisfied when we have talked with Appycodes. Then we with my Team decided to visit Appycodes. We have talked and hired. They are the Best.

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

We have a project on epaper in Maharashtra, India, News broadcast website. We have a project on Edtech. Company website with Apps on it. We have a project on FAQ related website throughout India. We have a project on Assam News Website in recent. Recent we have also started optimization one of our Entrance Exam website, SEO as well Backlinks on it.

How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

There were in total 30 peoples. 2 are Team Leader, SEO Experts, Website designer etc.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Thanks to Appycodes, our company is now more profitable from accomplishing several projects.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

It is so effective with our Team. Whenever there is a problem, first think in our every Team member, that is nothing to be worry. Appycodes will think over it. Every project they are thinking like their own. Like a family they are take care.

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

The most impressive thing is they are doing the best for each project. In a respective time they have done their work. Not only this, they also called and message about performance and about problem. It's so nice!

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

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are a fast-growing IT vendor that invests a significant portion of our marketing budget in publishing high-quality educational and training content to attract prospective customers and partners. Our multiple WordPress blogs combined attracted over 1.5 million unique readers in 2018. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Appycodes?

We needed a web development agency to help improve and optimize our existing blogs through redesign and UX, consolidation of non-blog content, and additional functionality to help us manage leads and call to action (CTA) placements across our platforms. We also needed to establish a WordPress-based forum to complement the blogs.

What were your goals for this project?

With a rapidly growing reader base, we wanted to position ourselves to better manage higher visitor numbers. We wanted to be able to convert more visitors into leads, nurture those leads, and build a community around our brand via the forum.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We received several proposals for the project from a variety of providers around the world. Although there were more economical options, there were a few compelling reasons why we chose to work with Appycodes.

First of all, their proposal was the most complete from the outset, demonstrating their thorough understanding of our requirements as well as their experience with similar platforms and projects. Second, our subsequent conversations with them confirmed their depth of knowledge and ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Finally, we had received positive recommendations from a few business partners.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

The project consisted of several parts:

1) Audit, reorganize, and upgrade three WordPress blogs and plug-ins on staging. 

2) Establish and customize a popular block-builder theme based on template designs provided by our in-house design team. 

3) Develop functionality for CTA placements and email capture, as well as connection and testing with different hooks as part of our marketing automation and lead nurturing systems.

4) Establish WordPress-based forums with custom theme development based on designs as well as detailed briefs for custom-coded design elements and UX functionality. 

5) Develop a single-account login across all of our WordPress installations, including account sync, to ensure users could remain logged in wherever they are.

6) Develop a maintenance schedule and regular smoke tests for ongoing updates and security policy enforcement.

What was the team composition?

The team consisted of a project coordinator, a lead developer, and several developers with specific skill sets. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

Appycodes managed to deliver by the deadline, which was no easy task considering the project’s size, complexity, and tight timeframes. They helped us build a much stronger platform for attracting and converting quality leads. Despite the relatively recent completion, we are already seeing positive KPIs and preparing to embark on new development opportunities with more advanced functionality that will enable us to grow even further. 

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Appycodes provided a collaboration platform to track all areas of development, small and large. Communication was easy, efficient, and highly professional with regular calls and email updates to report progress, potential challenges, and items that required our feedback or attention. The team was responsive to unexpected issues, reacting quickly as new requirements surfaced along the way.  

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Working with agencies can be tricky when you face tight deadlines, primarily because you are competing for attention with several other clients who may have larger projects in progress. However, we never felt ignored or impeded by lack of responsiveness, which pleasantly surprised us.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Appycodes is lacking in no areas. I would like to see them be more open with ideas and feedback to improve our requirements. They have a wealth of knowledge and experience that can greatly benefit marketers like us. This is no fault, as we gained much more value in this regard from Appycodes than any other agency we’ve worked with, but they can speak up more confidently and be even more involved than they already are. 

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the director of a digital agency.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with AppyCodes Digital?

We hired AppyCodes Digital to create designs for a site that we produced for one of our clients.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Our client was a football club with about 10 or 12 different teams. Each was in a different league with their own scores and positions. The website needed to be flexible so that updates could be made frequently. The designs were Photoshop files. AppyCodes Digital produced a bespoke WordPress site. It was PHP and database-driven with an e-commerce shop built within. It also linked to MailChimp for newsletter subscribers. Their team followed all of our requirements.

What is the team composition?

I had one point of contact, and all work was distributed amongst their team. Whenever I needed something dealt with, one person would take on the task and load it to the test site.

How did you come to work with AppyCodes Digital?

I worked with AppyCodes Digital before and was happy with them. I had worked with agencies in the UK previously, and they weren’t as reliable.

How much have you invested with them?

The project cost between $4,000–$5,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

AppyCodes Digital began their work in 2017. The website took about eight months to produce, but a lot of time was spent waiting on client feedback, so it took longer than expected to complete.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

The site had to go through different people and their opinions. It was a big task to put everyone’s thoughts together within a final solution. If there’s an issue with the site now, AppyCodes Digital will go out of their way to rectify it. A fully-functional and responsive platform replaced the previous site. There’s been positive feedback on the ease of the website. Our client was impressed, and the football club’s fanbase even expanded.

How did AppyCodes Digital perform from a project management standpoint?

AppyCodes Digital is one of the better companies we’ve engaged with. We produced a to-do list for them, and everything was cross-referenced and delivered to our expectations. Skype was our communication tool.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They’ve come up with a solution for anything I’ve thrown at them. Their team will even call in specialists to get things done. AppyCodes Digital is by far the best of the companies we’ve dealt with that has figured out practical solutions.

Are there any areas they could improve?

Sometimes AppyCodes Digital becomes busy, but their team tries their best. If clients stress the urgency, they will bend over backward to help.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

AppyCodes Digital delivers excellent value.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the owner and president of Northwest eSource, Inc., a web design, marketing, and software development company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Appycodes?

We hired AppyCodes Digital to convert two different applications into a single, large website for a third-party client.

What were your goals for this project?

Our goal was to successfully convert the two apps into a site that could perform as well as or better than the individual parts.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We’d already worked together, so it was an easy decision.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

AppyCodes Digital merged two applications into a WordPress site, implementing new technology to transform it into a complete e-commerce solution. The resulting site is based on the application logic required with each sale, a customer backend that allows for long-term data storage, and additional application logic for future orders.

What was the team composition?

I act as the consultant and work with Ritesh (Co-Founder, AppyCodes Digital) and Swati (Lead Developer, AppyCodes Digital).

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

The project was a success. The website was so effective that our client was able to completely rededicate an employee to a different role. Since then, we’ve continued to retain our client for the long-term and now provide ongoing maintenance with AppyCodes Digital.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Their project management was great. We mostly used Google sheets to plan and track the project. Now, we use Trello to record issues and coordinate ongoing support.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Ritesh and Swati are excellent engineers. They have a deeper technical knowledge than any web designer I’ve met to date, and I've been in the same business for 13 years.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, there’s nothing to note.