Core Mobile App Development

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of RetroTeam

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

RetroTeam helps team conduct agile retrospcetives online. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Core Mobile App Development to accomplish?

• SEO

SOLUTION

How did you find Core Mobile App Development?

Clutch Site

Why did you select Core Mobile App Development over others?

Good value for cost

How many teammates from Core Mobile App Development were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

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

I engaged with Core Media Concepts to help me with my search engine optimization for my Saas product. They were able to quickly assess gaps and areas for improvement on my website and then suggested a booster off page optimization plan until my new website is up and running. They offer a comprehensive pre SEO audit as well. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Increase SEO

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

Will, the SEO lead from Core Media Concepts, has been able to answer all of my SEO related questions and provided clear directives and updates in the form of an ongoing monthly report. If you are looking for Local SEO or even National SEO, Core Mobile App Development is definitely capable of helping you get to the top.

What was your primary form of communication with Core Mobile App Development?

Virtual Meeting

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

Great communication 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Core Mobile App Development could have done differently?

No

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I am the founder of an emergency response application for veterans. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Core Mobile App Development?

I hired Core Mobile App Development to design and develop a mobile application. 

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

I initially sent them an outline of what I intended to do. Core Mobile App Development came back with suggestions, and we’ve gone over everything during numerous video calls. We’ve used Figma for the design, and the plan is for the app to be available on iOS and Android. However, we are focusing on the Android development right now. 

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with Mike (Senior Product Manager) and Will (President); we’ve also worked with an engineer. 

How did you come to work with Core Mobile App Development?

I found them through a Google search. I wanted to work with a local company, so I initially contacted about four companies. I ended up choosing Core Mobile App Development because they were very responsive from the beginning. 

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in November 2020, and the engagement is ongoing. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We are currently in the MVP stage, so we do not have any hard metrics. However, their work has exceeded my expectations, and the quality of the work is very high. 

How did Core Mobile App Development perform from a project management standpoint?

Any delay on the project has been from my end. We use video calls and communicate via text and email. 

Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?

I’d like to shout out Mike; he is very personable and has been instrumental in the work. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

Core Mobile App Development  has put a lot of time and effort into the project, which I greatly appreciate. I’ve been really impressed with Core Mobile App Development's attention to detail and the way they always ensure that everything meets expectations. Their team is open to feedback and willing to fine-tune everything. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

There’s nothing that I can come up with at this point. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Be as open and clear with your design objects. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Co-Founder of a software company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We create an organizational project management system that makes project-tracking seamless and cohesive

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Core Mobile App Development to accomplish?

• Ideation/MVP development for software

SOLUTION

How did you find Core Mobile App Development?

Referral

Why did you select Core Mobile App Development over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Core Mobile App Development were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Core Media provided us with a technical and robust scope of work as a part of our desired feasibility study prior to further investment/traction towards MVP development.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We walked away with a scope of work that makes future work on our project viable. This was a tall order given our project aims/industry orientation.

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

I had the pleasure of working with Michael and Ile. Everything was always delivered on time and they were incredibly responsive, thoughtful, and creative about finding innovative ways to meet our needs. I must say I felt they went above and beyond.

What was your primary form of communication with Core Mobile App Development?

Virtual Meeting

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

This is a dynamic brain trust that understands industry, the creative process, and enjoys the messiness of that process...enabling us to feel welcome asking questions we felt dumb asking. All questions or ideas were welcomed into the space of our meetings and this led to deeper learning for us and them.

I really appreciated how accessible the team was, and how willing they were to go "under the helmet" with us to understand our dream so as to help us build it. This is what working with them felt like, and it was a pleasant experience.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Core Mobile App Development could have done differently?

I was very happy with my experience working with them. I would happily work with them again and believe they hit the mark in how they worked with us.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of an online lottery platform.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a modern online Lottery platform and game operator located outside the USA.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Core Mobile App Development to accomplish?

• Establish a look and feel for the company
• Look and feel of website
• Logo design and C&D Project

SOLUTION

How did you find Core Mobile App Development?

• Referral
• Other

Why did you select Core Mobile App Development over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Core Mobile App Development were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Look and feel for the company, logo design, C&D for presentation

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The WOW Factor when presentation(s) were over said it all.

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

They delivered ahead of the time that it was promised. Had great Project Management and professionalism throughout the entire process.

What was your primary form of communication with Core Mobile App Development?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Their response to issues that arose and the calmness and professionalism shown at all times.

Are there any areas for improvement or something {provider_name} could have done differently?

Nothing that I seen. They are a great fit for the price and you will be satisfied throughout the process.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an executive of JAX Defense Solutions

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Defense and Security solutions.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Core Mobile App Development to accomplish?

• Create a website that conveyed our mission

SOLUTION

How did you find Core Mobile App Development?

Referral

Why did you select Core Mobile App Development over others?

Referred to me

How many teammates from Core Mobile App Development were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Creating a website for a defense and security company based in Thailand

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We were satisfied with the desired outcome

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

Yes they did

What was your primary form of communication with Core Mobile App Development?

Email or Messaging App

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

Their professionalism and responsiveness

Are there any areas for improvement or something Core Mobile App Development could have done differently?

Nope

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the ceo of a new start up tech/media company based in California.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Core Mobile App Development, and what were your goals?

My friends and I wanted to develop an app that provides athletes with everything they need to be successful. From youth to pros, everyone should have access to resources. One of our many goals were to create a safe platform for everyone to use.

SOLUTION

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

Michael and Will exert nothing but positivity, professionalism and hard work. As someone who knows nothing about apps they made it very easy for me to understand the process. The deciding factor would have to be that we all want a long term relationship for many years to come.

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

Still in the design phase of the development. We have nothing but trust in the company to achieve what we expect out of the app.

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

Everyone from management to developers engaged in conversations whenever needed.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

N/a

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

Whatever I needed was taken care of. Emails were always replied to in a reasonable time for Zoom and phone calls. It is just as important for you to keep track of timelines as well as set deadlines and achievements. All in all i had a great experience.

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

That they appear to have a family oriented feeling to them. Not so much of a coordinated corporate “give us your money” feel. Nothing but organic energy from this team.

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

A little more communication amongst both parties. However the quality of each communication was great.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am VP and co-owner of a popular sneaker trading (size swap) platform in a booming sneaker community and industry. We are headquartered in Orlando, FL with plans to eventually expand globally.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Core Mobile App Development, and what were your goals?

We wanted to develop a mobile app to meet the growing demands for niche sneaker trading. Our mobile platform was built with a unique algorithm that allows for trades to match and automate in a seamless way - helping to reduce complications or security concerns that may arise in most cases. Integrating an administrative dashboard on our website also helps us to organize and manage all transactions efficiently and effectively. Core has successfully accomplished this very intricate task for us on every level.

SOLUTION

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

A comprehensive search for the right vendor was a long and tedious process for us. Experience, location, and cost were all major factors in our decision process. Though Core wasn’t the lowest price, we felt more confident in working with them since that had offices and HQ based in the US versus abroad. We’ve interviewed approximately 30 companies domestic and international and found Core to be the best fit for us. We have no regrets moving forward with them.

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

The scope involved in our project was very broad. They began by creating an outline of the work and level of effort required for each task and assigned a timeline by which they had anticipated to complete each item. The project was completed in phases with open lines of communication at all times whether it be via e-mail or zoom calls, Core always made themselves available to us in an effort to stay transparent and keep us up-to-date on all the aspects involved along the way. Several beta tests were done prior to official launch. Even afterwards, Core was responsive in helping us to address bugs and glitches that needed to be fixed in a timely manner.

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

We had a project manager who was a main point of contact all throughout the development process. In most of the correspondence we had, the other IT developers were also present whether it was e-mail or zoom calls. Core Media has a solid team and work well together to accomplish the stated goals.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Within the first 6 months, we have now garnered over 1,300 downloads / active users and have seen many trades take place on our platform. Our ratings vary between 4-5 stars on iOS and google play store. We are seeing traffic on our platform continue to grow steadily and have many satisfied customers as expressed via social media.

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

Communication with Core Media was never really an issue. The project manager made himself via e-mail, text messaging, and zoom calls… some of them even with screen sharing to have more in depth discussions. Certain elements in the development process took longer than others, so when an extension was required, it was communicated to us ahead of time. In this line of work, communication is key and Core seems to have a firm grasp on that.

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

It’s one thing to find a company who is willing to build what you ask for… but to find one who expresses true care about their clients and their clients needs is rare. We don’t consider ourselves that tech savvy, so when we come across terms or phraseology that we are unfamiliar with in the realms of coding, they know how to switch gears and communicate it to us in a way that’s much easier to comprehend. Also, when we’ve faced certain issues that cropped up which we didn’t initially see or anticipate, Core was able to find real world solutions and give us options as to what direction would yield us the most optimal results. That is going above and beyond in my book.

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

As is the case with many forms of communication, sometimes messages can get misconstrued whether it be via e-mail or text messages. When there are misunderstandings, sometimes unnecessary tensions may arise and the correspondence can get circular at times… or even lost in the countless threads. However, whenever such instances happened (far and few in between), we would agree to jump on a call to clear the air getting back on the same page working together on a common goal where we all find contentment and success.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the owner of the company Kickstandapp LLC, our goal is to create a social sneaker marketplace that connects sneaker boutiques from across the country and brings them to a single platform where users can browse/shop their inventory.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Core Mobile App Development, and what were your goals?

I came into the project with a base concept/design that was a bit outdated and didn’t capture the full process of my vision. My goal with Core Mobile was to have them take my original design to the next level, and provide a more up to date UI while improving the original flow to create a complete app. Not only did they deliver, between the great feedback, willingness to listen to my ideas, and the creative vision of Ile, we were able to introduce some new concepts that I feel put my project over the top! The Core Mobile team definitely exceeded my expectations!

SOLUTION

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

I did a lot of research and reached out to several mobile app development companies before coming to my decision. What stood out to me the most about Core Mobile was their willingness to work with me as a potential new client despite me not being a major company. Within a couple days of my initial call, we were on zoom meetings discussing C/D and the scope of the project. Another deciding factor was their approach to the mobile app dev process. While most companies want to bundle and charge the full cost of C/D and development, Core Mobile takes a two-step approach and separates the two making it a more focused effort and cost effective for a startup such as myself.

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

We initially started with the discovery phase where I displayed my existing demo/material and described the areas I would like to improve upon. Will and Michael then shared this info with their design team, and quickly put together a detailed step by step guideline to the C/D process including steps to completion, technology and task breakdowns and a statement of work with deliverables. Next, we moved into the design phase where I worked closely with Michael and Ile as they created the new concept and design. The entire C/D was developed within the Figma prototyping platform, where they designed a new custom user interface which included the design of each screen and every visible functional workflow for the app. The final stage was deployment, in which we finalized the design, and they delivered all the files for my project in a timely and professional manner.

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

I worked with three key members of the Core Mobile App team. I did my initial onboarding With Will Manuel (President) and Michael Deku (Sr. Project Manager), where we discussed the details and they assembled a full scope and timeline of concept and development stage. Thereafter, Michael became the primary project manager and I worked closely with him and their Designer Ile J. (Mobile UI/UX designer) for the remainder of the project. Both Michael and Ile were very professional and responsive to my request.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We had several touchpoints throughout the C/D process. We had multiple breakthrough moments where our discussions would lead to new and more efficient ways for the app to flow. Every time Ile would update the design, I was more and more impressed. He did an awesome job at taking my feedback and ideas and improving the project week by week. I was very impressed by his creativity and forward thinking, and his vision helped bring this app to life.

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

I enjoyed the engaged and hands-on management style Core Mobile displayed throughout the process. Michael was very responsive and took all my ideas into consideration and did his best to make sure all my needs were met. Whenever I wanted to schedule a meeting, Michael and Ile were always available and open to talk. Our primary source of communication was zoom calls when it came to design updates, and email to discuss the next steps of the project. Core Mobile provided me the freedom to express all my ideas and implemented them in the concept and design.

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

Even though I’m a small startup company, they made me feel like my project was just as important as a large contract. Also, they are very transparent in their processes, so I felt comfortable working with them and sharing all my ideas. Their openness, transparency, and creative ideas played a major role in getting the project where it is today.

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

Overall, I had a great experience working with Core Mobile. They exceeded all my expectations and delivered a beautiful design that I I'm proud of. I’m excited to continue to work with Core Mobile on the next phase of my project!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Owner of a pest control company

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Core Mobile App Development?

New website

SOLUTION

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

Referral. After speaking with Will I cancelled with another company and went with Core Media

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

Web design. Was shown some templates. Made some edits and suggestions. Website turned out great.

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

Will the owner

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We have a great site.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Very smooth.

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

They listened well and were able to do what we wanted for our site.

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 the owner of GQCustomz a sneaker design and customization company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Core Mobile App Development?

We hired Core Media Concepts to develp our company website.

SOLUTION

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

This vendor was recommended by a trusted friend. Deciding factors were Quality, Experience,Concepts.

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

Project was to create and develop our company website. Conceptualize Plan Develop Test Deploy

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

I worked with the owner Will.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

This project was well executed from begining to end by Will and CMC.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Extremely affective, great communication throughout.

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

They have the ability to create great concepts and be flexible to work with.

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

No areas at all.