Atta Systems

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the co-founder of SkinVision, a mobile application that allows users to analyze their moles to see if there is potential danger or risk for melanoma. My app is cheaper and easier for determining potential threats compared to other means.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with AB4 Systems?

We had a big issue developed a camera technology that allows users to take pictures of certain conditions. With our skin cancer algorithms, the photos need to be of a certain quality. We were having trouble finding mobile developers than understood image analysis.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

AB4 Systems was involved in building the infrastructure from the ground up. Their team developed the camera technology that allows the platform to reach the required accuracy levels. From the backend, a team of doctors looks at everything that comes in, accessing the pictures taken by users. Through their tagging, we could use the images as research for the AR solutions we were building. Along with crafting our iOS and Android app, they were involved with the website we use for marketing purposes. A year and a half ago, we started another project with AB4 Systems that involved creating a platform for small clinics that would open up access to data and second opinions.

How did you come to work with AB4 Systems?

After several tries with different agencies, we started working with AB4 Systems. They were known in the area and referred to us.

How much have you invested with them?

We invested $200,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

Our engagement with AB4 Systems started in May 2014.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

I’m happy with AB4 Systems’ services. Before working with AB4 Systems, we had issues with users downloading and taking photos with the app. When we built the cameras, the numbers were at 40%; now that their team is involved, the numbers are at around 70%. AB4 Systems doubled our conversation rate. Their team delivers quality at a reasonable price, which is hard to find in a vendor.

How did AB4 Systems perform from a project management standpoint?

I needed a partner that works transparently, communicates daily, and works as part of the team. AB4 Systems fit the requirements, getting involved in managing the team. Their professional team assumes responsibility for the deadlines.

What did you find most impressive about them?

AB4 Systems is willing to go into the details.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I have no complaints.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a child protection consultant for an international nonprofit.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with AB4 Systems?

We wanted to develop an IT solution for community workers who live in sparsely populated rural areas. We were hoping to build a product that could help them understand how to best support children and their families and plan follow-up activities.

We had several requests in terms of how the mobile app should look and the type of features it should have. Specifically, we needed a simple and user-friendly interface, because, generally, the technical proficiency of rural community workers is relatively low.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

AB4 Systems developed a product that has two main components. One is an Android app that functions as a case management tool by generating diagnostic information based on several indicators. It calculates each child’s level of need and proposes a minimum package of service that will improve the situation of the child and their family. The mobile app also has tools that support outreach efforts.

The other component is a web-based platform that provides analysis for neighborhood, county, and national data. AB4 Systems built features that create reports and forms, and community workers can use this web-based interface to fill out paperwork.

What is the team composition?

We’ve had several different points of contact throughout the project, and the team has grown since we first started partnering with AB4 Systems. Also, the development team has changed depending on the feature that we prioritized. Currently, there are 3–4 software engineers working on the project.

How did you come to work with AB4 Systems?

We sent out an RFP, and AB4 Systems submitted the best offer.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent $500,000 on their services.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working on this project together in April 2015, and the work is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We developed the product hoping that we would eventually hand it over to the government, and we’ve already started that process. Government representatives evaluated our product several times before moving forward with adopting it. For us, this is substantial evidence of the quality of the work that AB4 Systems delivered. Also, our users tell us that the web-based interface reduces the amount of time they spend filling out forms and managing paperwork.

How did AB4 Systems perform from a project management standpoint?

Our communication with AB4 Systems is smooth, and they’re very attentive to our needs.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The team from AB4 Systems is passionate, proactive, and eager to help us. We were initially surprised by their commitment to understanding our requests and needs, especially as they pertained to the field of social services. During our public presentations about the product, I sometimes overhear their engineers discussing the relationship between our platform and current data and legislation.

AB4 Systems has always tried to find the best solution. They’ve been able to achieve this by focusing on the end user. Whenever we ask for a new feature, they give ample consideration for the impact that it will have on the people using our product. The team also traveled to project sites to meet community workers in the field so that they could see how they use the application. The depth of their research has made a huge difference.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I would recommend that they pay attention to the diversity of their development teams. That being said, I think they’ve done a fantastic job of choosing smart and enthusiastic software engineers for our project. Working with AB4 Systems has been a lovely experience.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the co-founder of Perfect 10 Studio, a product design and development agency based in London and Bucharest. We work with a lot of startups from both London and the US, providing product strategy, design, and some development services. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with AB4 Systems?

We were lacking mobile app development skills internally, so we reached out to AB4 Systems to provide those services for different clients projects. 

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

AB4 Systems developed the backend of a mobile app for iOS for one of our clients. Features allow users to book spa services, matching them with different  beauty service providers. While we handled product strategy, AB4 Systems handled the entire technical implementation, including the backend development of the mobile app built in Objective-C. They've since migrated the entire backend to a newer software and created a custom API. 

What is the team composition? 

We mostly worked directly with Andrei (Managing Partner, AB4 Systems), but 4–6 others also worked on the project at different phases.

How did you come to work with AB4 Systems?

Andrei and his partner were well known and respected within the local community in Bucharest, so we reached out to them based on their excellent reputation. 

How much have you invested with them?

We invested between €60,000–80,000 (about $67,000–90,000 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked on the most recent project from around January 2017–April 2018.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The app they built has been running since September 2017 without a single update or any bugs. The quality of that code has surprised us and exceeded expectations. Throughout the engagement, the iterations they sent to us to test were almost completely bug-free as well, helping reduce project management costs and saving us time in the process. 

Working with them provided great peace of mind that our client projects were in safe hands because they knew what they were doing and always working at a very high level. 

How did AB4 Systems perform from a project management standpoint?

We collaborated very closely on the most recent project, staying in close communication with Andrei and other team members through Slack and email. They were very responsive and took the work seriously. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

They ask questions and don't write code for the sake of writing code; if they come across a questionable design decision, they're the first to ask questions and help us make better decisions. They're also very efficient when it comes to writing code, which is one of the best attributes a development partner can possess. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

No. I recommended they expand their services to cross-platform technologies like React Native a while back, and they've already done so. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co founder of Bankata.ro

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Bankata.ro is a wealth management for all platform that helps people learn about money and take action to use financial products. We compare both credit and investment products.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Atta Systems to accomplish?

• New App

SOLUTION

How did you find Atta Systems?

• Referral

Why did you select Atta Systems over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fits our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

What was the size of Atta Systems’ team?

2-5 Employees

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

Atta is not only a great tech company but they understand business processes and design. They have built us a tool that :

• conglomerates acconts
• created a display for a person's wealth
• have created an app that automates the data

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Function of the final result

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

They have delivered everything on time as expected. Most importantly, did not require us to the work for research: they did this brilliantly

What was your primary form of communication with Atta Systems?

• In-Person Meeting

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

Their staff and culture. They are very good engineers and have a great vision.

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

If only I had more ideas to develop with them

UPDATED REVIEW

This review was published on August 8, 2020

Diana Seredenciuc
Founder & CEO, Bankata
Financial Services
1-10 Employees
Bucharest, Romania
$10,000 to $49,999
Nov 2019 - Ongoing

Project summary

AB4 Systems serves as a strategic partner and is designing and developing an upcoming financial platform. They’re also doing QA, handling data science, managing AI, and building an MVP for an app.

Feedback summary
AB4 Systems is an extremely responsive partner, addressing change requests very quickly. The team is communicative and transparent, and so far they’ve adhered to the timeline that they created. Their industry knowledge and ability to understand business needs has made for a seamless process.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the founder and CEO of Bankata, a fintech startup. We are a financial aggregator, and we’re hoping to be the next booking for financial products in the Eastern European space.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with AB4 Systems?

We hired them to develop our technology.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

AB4 Systems is developing the entire technology behind our product. They are doing the strategy, product design, UI/UX, data science, software development, QA, and AI pipeline. They are our strategic partner throughout the engagement.

They will also develop a mobile app, but we’re currently looking for more financing for the project. We’re creating an iOS and Android MVP right now for our financing efforts.

What is the team composition?

We’re working with a managing partner and a software developer.

How did you come to work with AB4 Systems?

I’ve known their managing partner for a long time and I trust him. We asked for quotations from other service providers in the market, but AB4 Systems was very helpful and gave us a lot of advice.

We had a lot of ideas at first, but they gave us a lot of suggestions for how we could move in one direction, which is why we decided to work with them. 

How much have you invested with them?

The cost is $25,000–$50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We began working with them in November 2019, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Since I’m not a tech person, AB4 Systems has been very open and has managed to understand whatever I’m thinking without my having to explain it in a technical way. For one of the other providers I spoke to, it was very hard to explain what I wanted. The relationship is very smooth with this team.

How did AB4 Systems perform from a project management standpoint?

We’re working in an agile method. I really appreciate the fact that they respond in a very timely manner. Every time we have a request, want to add another feature or have a different setting for the app or the website, the team responds and moves quickly.

From the beginning, we knew exactly how we were going to move forward. We set a timeline and we’ve stuck to it. We communicate openly and freely through different channels, so everything has been working quite smoothly. 

Even though we’re probably not their biggest client, it seems like AB4 Systems is still allocating the time and effort to have everything in place. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their knowledge of and experience in the market is impressive.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, not at the moment.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Be open and explain exactly what you want out of the partnership and relationship. Doing that proved to be the key to success.

Star Ratings

Overall rating: 5 

Quality: 5

Cost: 5

Their cost is better than that of their competitors

Schedule: 5 

Willing to Refer: 5 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m a Scientific Officer at the UN Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC). We work at the interface of science, policy, and practice to tackle the global crisis facing nature and support the transition to a sustainable future for people and the planet.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We wanted to increase the ease of access and useability of one of our flagship platforms, Species+. Species+ helps the world’s governments with their implementation of two key multilateral environmental agreements: the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) and the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS).

It is designed to act as a reference point for users to check whether particular species are protected by these Conventions, and, if so, to understand what level of protection they are afforded, whether there are any trade restrictions or quotas in place, and where that species is found.

SOLUTION

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

Atta Systems were recommended to us and responded to our request for proposal.

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

Atta Systems designed and built a Species+ mobile application for iOS and Android based on our user research and design specifications.

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

We worked closely with Stefan and his design and developer colleagues, who coordinated with the two teams at UNEP-WCMC (consisting of data managers and developers) involved in the project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The app launched in November 2022; we now have over 1000 users and have received good feedback from the app’s target audience.

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

Communication was excellent. We are based in different countries, but Atta set up a shared Slack channel and arranged virtual meetings which kept us well informed on progress throughout the project. We were given the opportunity to review the app at each stage of the development, and our feedback was incorporated promptly. The finished product exceeded our initial expectations and was delivered on time.

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

We were impressed with their communication and ability to troubleshoot and discuss possible options with us. They delivered the product within schedule.

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

We have no suggestions; overall we have had a great experience working with Atta Systems

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Waldorf Kindergarden - private kindergarten. Administrative Manager.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Atta Systems?

We created a website for our kindergarden, that looks good and works well on web and on mobile phones.

SOLUTION

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

ATTA systems was recommended to us for previous similar work done.

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

Web site development for the kindergarden.

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

2 people were assigned to the project. Both were from the IT team

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

software development: website development, infrastructure: Squarespace, Microsoft Exchange

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Very good workflow. Their team is responsive to all our requests.

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

We appreciate the most their proactivity. Atta understood what we want and delivered the website super fast. The team also solved other problems with the servers and infrastructure and made sure everything was running fast and smoothly.

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

Not really, everything went really smooth for us.