ClearMedia Software House

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of a design studio based in Stockholm, Sweden.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with ClearMedia Software House?

We needed someone to provide us with web development services.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

ClearMedia provides us with WordPress web development with HTML implementation. They base their build on loose design sketches and apply them to the infrastructure of the platform, or whatever the requirements are.

Moreover, they also do maintenance and support upon request whenever necessary, and suggest updates or improvements.

What is the team composition?

Our main point of contact is Michal (CEO).

How did you come to work with ClearMedia Software House?

I’m not sure because our company has been working with ClearMedia way before I was hired.

How much have you invested with them?

So far, we’ve invested around $50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

Our ongoing partnership started in January 2021.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

They’re very efficient, responsive, and quite easy to work with. 

How did ClearMedia Software House perform from a project management standpoint?

There are some aspects of the project management they could do better but overall, they perform well.

We manage the project through JIRA, and we typically communicate through Slack, email, and phone.

What did you find most impressive about them?

We’re very impressed with their web development skills.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They could improve on giving better estimations of their own work, providing feedback, and delivering vital information.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

I advise you to be clear with your expectations at the start of your partnership.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

MDDV company was created by merging two entities present on the IT market since 2005. We provide IT outsourcing services for companies globally and locally. I'm a Key Account Manager.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ClearMedia Software House, and what were your goals?

Our company hired ClearMedia Software House for web and app development projects.

SOLUTION

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

We know each other from the past and Clear Media Software House has always provided the highest level of services.

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

Usually, we have a "kick-off meeting" to discuss our goals and objectives. From there, the team delivere mock-ups and wireframes for our Client's site. After a few iterations, we have a Word Press site project.

Technologies:

• HTML5
• CSS3
• Sass
• Bootstrap
• JavaScript
• Vue.js (frontend) and PHP
• MySQL
• Laravel
• Wordpress (backend)

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

Our main contact in ClearMedia is Michał - CEO. We have also a contact with a development team.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

General feedback about the deliverables (from us and our Clients) is great.

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

We have a weekly meetups. We use a Slack to coordinate our projects.

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

ClearMedia is a team of professionals from the IT industry. Their responsiveness, understanding of the project requirements, and technical skills are impressive.

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

No, really. :) Working with them is a pleasure.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I was working for a software house as a Project Manager, that partners with ClearMedia in several web development projects. We deliver tailored solutions for companies, helping them to establish online businesses.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ClearMedia Software House, and what were your goals?

Our client have asked us to develop an online quiz website with multiple language feature. It was a custom made project that required both frontend and backend work.

SOLUTION

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

We cooperated with ClearMedia in multiple projects over many years. We trust their technical skills and experience. Our main criteria was the overall project price and development time frame.

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

The project started with a briefing and estimations, based on delivered designs by our client. Next stage was the implementation of the website on the test server, followed by testing phase and launching the website on the clients domain. The project was developed on WordPress platform.

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

Project manager, backend and frontend developers, tester.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our client was satisfied with the quality of the project and development time. The campaign for which the quiz website was developed was a success.

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

In general the cooperation was smooth, frequent communication was met using several channels such as online meetings, emails, and Skype, also management platforms were in use such as Basecamp.

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

We were impressed with the quality of the deliverables, their affordable prices, and their excellent communication.

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

We didn't see any disadvantages during our cooperation.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Ivenium Marketing

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Marketing automation consulting, systems integration, web development

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire ClearMedia Software House to accomplish?

• Complete web application
• UX, Web design
• Application build

SOLUTION

How did you find ClearMedia Software House?

Referral

Why did you select ClearMedia Software House over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from ClearMedia Software House were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

A complete web application build, including UX, wireframes, design, build and testing. Project delivered within agreed budget and timelines.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

30% cost savings

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

• All items were delivered on time.
• 2 waves of amends were completed promptly.

What was your primary form of communication with ClearMedia Software House?

Virtual Meeting

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

The team's communication and attention to detail were commendable.

Are there any areas for improvement or something ClearMedia Software House could have done differently?

No improvements needed.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Senior Marketing Specialist of Bureau Veritas

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Testing, Inspection, Certification

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire ClearMedia Software House to accomplish?

• Web dewelopment

SOLUTION

How did you find ClearMedia Software House?

Referral

Why did you select ClearMedia Software House over others?

Referred to me

How many teammates from ClearMedia Software House were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Landing page creation, website administration

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Ready to use and fully functional website. All the errors erased in the process.

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

Some minor delays incurred but shortly were made up after the reminder.

What was your primary form of communication with ClearMedia Software House?

Virtual Meeting

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

Search for solutions dedicated to the client. Great attitude, no fuss about the need for improvements on the project.

Are there any areas for improvement or something ClearMedia Software House could have done differently?

ClearMedia Software House did a great job!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm Head of Marketing in Havas Media Group and I'm responsible for communication, internal and external activities and PR. Havas is part of the global Vivendi conglomerate, which in Poland includes such companies as CANAL+, Universal Music Poland, and Gameloft. Unlike other agencies, our partners are not limited only to publishers or creative studios, but also include music labels, game producers, live event organisers, TV networks, film studios, and video distribution platforms.

As the only such entity on the market, this unique structure allows us to propose a one-of-a-kind advertainment offer, based on communication strategies that make it possible to implement campaigns to establish new relationships between brands and consumers, and music and broadly understood entertainment.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ClearMedia Software House, and what were your goals?

1. Our website was old and did not have all the features we needed at the time.
2. Also, we needed Landing Pages to show more activities and what we had done for our clients/partners to get better feedback. So we created a new communication channel (LP) with more information and response options. Since we hired this team to design and develop the WordPress site, they have been working with us for almost 5 years and we see that this company works hard and always delivers effective solutions.

SOLUTION

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

I had a recommendation from another company that assured me that the work done by this team, was of a very high standard. After speaking with them, we chose this vendor based on their previous projects.

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

We hold regular kick-off meetings to discuss our goals and challenges. They are always ready to help us, support us and find solutions.

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

A PM was our main point of contact throughout the process. There were also 2 full stack developers and designers working behind the scenes.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Following the release of the new LPs, we saw a 95% increase in leads from existing and new customers. Interest and sales in our additional services, increased by around 40-60%.

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

Our PM always communicates with us, informs us about the whole process and also reacts when any problem arises in order to solve it quickly and efficiently.

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

This company, the team, gives me a sense of security and 100% customer care.

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

no, nothing; I will recommend them for everyone in the future

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Digital agency / Web project manager

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ClearMedia Software House, and what were your goals?

We have hired Clearmedia to help us with all web-related projects. Our goals were to offer a quality work.

SOLUTION

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

Skills, availability and costs

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

We have a kick off meeting, where we present the project and what needs to done. The tech team get back to us with an estiate, taht we accept. The tech team add the project into a PM tools splitted into task and phases

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

CEO main contact. As many developers as needed for the project

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Great traffic to the site on devices

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

We use slack and Basecamp to coordinate

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

They are always available to answer questions.

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

Not really.