Debut Infotech

BACKGROUND

Our company is Brick Road Media. We are a Digital Marketing & Transformation Agency, providing services to different brands.

My current role is project manager, which entails looking over all development life-cycles of the applications and other products.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

We have a growing demand for web and mobile app solutions and we were looking for a vendor or partner who could work with us to provide quality products. We wanted a robust technical team with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work as an in-house team.

SOLUTION

We have worked on a variety of projects including e-commerce, business solutions, mobile apps and corporate websites. It’s always difficult to find a really good partner and someone you can trust. We have started with small projects to gain trust and now we have an ongoing relationship with them.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

The Debut team is very skilled and professional. They came with better thoughts and ideas during the development stages and put in 100% effort to make the project successful. I am amazed to see that they are using all the latest development tools like base camp, Bug tracker, and Git hub, which automates the development process. Overall, I am very pleased with their services and will also go to them for any future website, programming, mobile app, or graphic design needs.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your organization.

We are a mid-sized consulting firm offering business processes and IT services.

What is your position?

I am the director of the firm.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What business challenge were you trying to address with Debut InfoTech?

We were working for a plumbing and heating business. They'd been in business for forty to fifty years and were using pen and paper for operations. As they grew, they started experiencing challenges keeping up with invoicing, work orders and so on. They consumed many resources trying to address this.

We were contacted in order to find a solution for streamlining their fieldwork. They wanted their employees to be able to track inventory on field, since there was a lot of miscommunication with their warehouse. This led to a couple of bad reviews.

We did an analysis on what we could do to automate their operations and came up with an iPad app that allowed them to do invoicing and check information. Their inputs would be sent to the company headquarters, and managers could see an overview of the company's workings.

SOLUTION

Please describe the scope of their involvement in greater detail.

Debut Infotech developed the iPad application, including the backend functionality necessary for tracking information centrally. This included features like tracking emails, working hours and so on.

How did you come to work with Debut Infotech?

We came across them through oDesk. They showed me past projects they'd worked on which were similar to our needs. When going through the requirements discussions, Debut Infotech made useful suggestions about what approaches we could have on certain elements. They went out of their way to ensure the development of the best version of our product.

Could you provide a sense of the size of this initiative in financial terms?

The total cost was between $30-40,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

The development process took six months to complete.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Could you share any feedback from this engagement?

Our client had a three month acclimation period with the software. After that time, they gained a good grasp of it and ultimately hired two more technicians to keep up with the increased business.

Debut Infotech’s software gave us better ideas than those we originally had, which led to a product that completely satisfied the client.

What distinguishes Debut Infotech from other providers?

They're completely involved in the creative process. Also, once they set a price, if any unexpected issue arrives, they won't nickel-and-dime us. They stuck to the price and went out of their way to make sure that we and the client were satisfied.

Is there anything Debut Infotech could have improved or done differently?

From my experience, I know that software development will always bring unexpected problems. I have nothing bad to say in particular about Debut Infotech. Whenever we had an issue, they addressed it immediately.

BACKGROUND

Cropdots is an on-demand marketplace to buy, sell, and share local produce. Cropdots enables vendors to provide the freshest produce, easily through technology, to a consumer base that cares.

I am the Chief Executive Officer of Cropdots.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

Cropdots is a peer-to-peer marketplace app allowing people to buy/sell/share to other people in a GPS-restricted area relative to their mobile device. Pricing is set by the members and Cropdots handles many inventory, scheduling, and order management tasks.

Cropdots’ goal is to exponentially grow peer-to-peer garden networking and be the leading urban food sales platform for urban gardens and producers. Cropdots exists to enable urban gardens and producers to join and grow the local food economy worldwide.

I needed a mobile app agency who also understood the startup world and how to make the right connections to grow an app idea.

Debut built the back end solution API [application program interface] and developed the iOS app that I designed. The back end of the app is in Laravel/PHP with MySQL database and the app is written in objective c.

In the future, we will collaborate to develop the Software-as-a-Service structure for a web-platform extending Cropdots tools to larger operations.

SOLUTION

I found the company through Upwork. Debut had the talent and flexibility to take charge of many aspects of the project. They were very responsive and efficient. The overall scope for Debut was development, hosting, and support.

The project took 4 months to complete, from start to finish.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

The project went as planned, within budget, and in the projected timeframe. Debut Infotech offered me great service.

Their dependable communication is key. They are very good at one-on-one consultation for new services and key technical aspects of the project.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Executive Leader of ACTUAL

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

The Sustainability Transformation Platform

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Debut Infotech to accomplish?

• We hired Debut Infotech to design and develop a custom blockchain solution
• leverage blockchain for transparency
• reduce manual inefficiencies, and build a scalable, investor-friendly platform.

SOLUTION

How did you find Debut Infotech?

Clutch Site

Why did you select Debut Infotech over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from Debut Infotech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Debut Infotech handled the end-to-end development of our blockchain platform, from initial consultation and architecture design to deployment. Their key deliverables included smart contracts, token development, a user-friendly dApp, wallet integration, and an admin dashboard. They also managed testing, security audits, and ongoing DevOps support to ensure scalability and reliability.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The solution delivered faster transactions, reduced costs through smart contract automation, improved transparency and security, and scaled seamlessly to support growth. It also opened new revenue opportunities by enabling tokenization and attracting more investors.

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

Debut Infotech managed the project with a structured and transparent approach. They used tools like [Jira/Slack/Trello] to keep everything organized, provided regular progress updates, and ensured we always knew the project’s status.

They consistently delivered milestones on time, and whenever we had feedback or new requirements, their team was responsive, flexible, and quick to adapt. Their proactive communication and commitment to deadlines made the collaboration smooth and reliable.

What was your primary form of communication with Debut Infotech?

Email or Messaging App

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

What impressed us most about Debut Infotech was their deep expertise in blockchain development and ability to simplify complex concepts into practical solutions. Unlike many firms, they combined technical excellence with a consultative approach, guiding us through every decision with clarity.

Their team’s commitment to innovation, attention to security, and willingness to go beyond the scope to ensure long-term success truly set them apart.

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

Overall, our experience was excellent, but if there’s one area for improvement, it would be slightly faster turnaround on minor change requests during development. That said, these adjustments never impacted major milestones, and the team was always willing to accommodate our needs.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co-Founder of QuickCasa

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

QuickCasa is powering smarter leasing conversations with AI-driven lead engagement and qualification

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Debut Infotech to accomplish?

• Custom AI Model Development

SOLUTION

How did you find Debut Infotech?

Referral

Why did you select Debut Infotech over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Debut Infotech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

The scope of work includes developing custom AI models for lead prioritization, an AI-powered virtual leasing assistant, and predictive models for lease renewals and market trends. These models will integrate with QuickCasa’s existing platforms to automate lead engagement and decision-making processes. We will provide continuous support for model training and optimization to ensure the solutions remain effective. The project will involve seamless integration, testing, and deployment of AI solutions. Key deliverables include the AI models, integration with existing systems, and ongoing performance improvements.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The measurable outcomes from the project include improved lead conversion rates, faster response times to inquiries, and a more efficient lead qualification process. The AI-powered virtual assistant significantly reduced manual intervention and provided a more personalized experience for leads. Predictive models helped anticipate lease renewals, leading to proactive retention strategies. The market trend forecasting enabled QuickCasa to make more informed decisions. Overall, the integration of AI led to a smoother workflow and enhanced business performance.

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

Debut Infotech demonstrated strong project management throughout the development process. They adhered to timelines and delivered key milestones as agreed, ensuring all deliverables were met on schedule. The team maintained clear and consistent communication, responding quickly to any changes in requirements or new needs that arose during the project. They were flexible in adjusting the project scope when necessary and provided regular updates on progress. Overall, their proactive approach ensured the project moved smoothly and efficiently.

What was your primary form of communication with Debut Infotech?

Email or Messaging App

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

What I found most impressive about Debut Infotech is their ability to develop highly customized AI solutions that are tailored to specific business needs. Their deep technical expertise in machine learning and AI, combined with their commitment to understanding the unique challenges of each client, sets them apart. They not only deliver powerful, scalable solutions but also provide continuous support and optimization, ensuring long-term success. Their proactive communication and flexibility throughout the project were also noteworthy, making them a reliable and responsive partner.

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

I don't have for now.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Vice President of Relativity Space

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

we are strategically focused on reducing vehicle complexity, cost, and time to market.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Debut Infotech to accomplish?

• we hire Debut Infotech to develop secure and scalable centralized exchanges (CEX), enhance blockchain solutions, improve UI/UX, and ensure seamless payment integrations.

SOLUTION

How did you find Debut Infotech?

Referral

Why did you select Debut Infotech over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Debut Infotech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

We hired Debut Infotech to build a secure and scalable CEX with trading, wallets, KYC, and payment integration. They handled design, development, security, and deployment.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The CEX launched successfully with secure trading, fast transactions, KYC onboarding, and smooth payments. It passed security audits and handled high traffic efficiently.

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

Debut Infotech delivered on time, communicated well, and quickly addressed our needs, ensuring a smooth project and successful launch.

What was your primary form of communication with Debut Infotech?

Email or Messaging App

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

Their blockchain expertise and proactive approach to delivering a secure, high-performance CEX impressed me the most.

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

None. Everything was handled efficiently, and the project was executed smoothly from start to finish.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Process Improvement | Strategy | Business and Operational Analytics of General Dynamics Information Technology

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Debut Infotech to accomplish?

• Create Website (Visual)
• Build Platform for Candidates

SOLUTION

How did you find Debut Infotech?

Clutch Site

Why did you select Debut Infotech over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from Debut Infotech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

A platform needed similar to air bnb in the financial crime recruitment space:

We needed to design the website visually then build user platforms inside the site. One for candidates and one for employers. 
We needed a hybrid of the two platforms for ourselves to use. 
Firms would sign-up and be able to filter through candidates using dynamic filters to find talent very quickly and much cheaper than normally. 
Deliverables:

Design website
Build Candidate Platform
Build Employer Platform
Build Super Admin Platform

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

A fully functional and operational platform which delivers for both candidates and employers

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

The project went over deadline however this was mainly due to all of the additions we had to make during the process. 
Debut Infotech was very flexible and happy to provide support on additional tasks. 
There was a constant flow of communication.

What was your primary form of communication with Debut Infotech?

Email or Messaging App

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

Ability to pick up the idea and implement them.
They are very flexible in making amendments with no pushback.

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

None

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co-Founder, Executive Director of nice solutions GmbH

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We provide software development and consulting services, focusing on customized IT solutions that boost business efficiency and innovation.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Debut Infotech to accomplish?

• We wanted to integrate advanced AI capabilities, particularly through AI consulting and developing a generative AI platform for improved content creation.

SOLUTION

How did you find Debut Infotech?

Referral

Why did you select Debut Infotech over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Debut Infotech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Development of a custom AI-powered content platform and Integration of generative AI capabilities
 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We achieved a fully functional AI-powered platform that significantly improved our content generation process.

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

Debut Infotech exhibited strong project management skills, utilizing agile methodologies. They consistently delivered on time and were responsive to our evolving needs.

What was your primary form of communication with Debut Infotech?

Email or Messaging App

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

Their adaptability to changes and proactive approach to feedback were particularly impressive.

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

Debut Infotech was quick to optimize their processes and actively sought feedback, making collaboration smooth and effective.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the realtor of The Boutique Real Estate Group

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

beautiful marketing & luxury services

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Debut Infotech to accomplish?

Our initial goal was to see our options and to eventually develop the app.

SOLUTION

How did you find Debut Infotech?

Referral

Why did you select Debut Infotech over others?

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

How many teammates from Debut Infotech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

They started an analysis phase of weekly calls to identify our needs and offered alternative options. They discussed platforms, tech stacks, design/UX, and developmental recommendations.  Debut Infotech created a functional prototype app.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The prototype is being used as a blueprint for our business objectives during pre-development and is to be showcased to potential clients and investors.

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

We use a task management system to track the project's status. And communicate through weekly calls to discuss the project's timeline and they deliver at the appropriate time. 

What was your primary form of communication with Debut Infotech?

Email or Messaging App

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

Their transparency and focus on keeping the MVP costs low have impressed us. They feel like a partner and not just a development company. We were very impressed with their work with startups and their ability to guide us through the process. 

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

None, we do not have any areas that could be improved.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Cofounder of Noah. We’re trying to streamline the English teacher recruitment process.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Debut Infotech?

We asked them to create a mobile app for us.

What were your goals for this project?

Not really. It was frustrating to work with them. They said great they had designers on hand but in the end, they actually hired a consultant from Russia and his designs were sub par. We eventually updated and created new designs ourselves.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Places like Clutch had good reviews but now I’m skeptical becausE they did a horrible job. I wouldn’t recommend Debut if they were the last developers on this planet. I’d rather figure it out myself.

Describe the project in detail.

I’ve been contemplating for about 6 months whether I wanted to write a review about Debut Infotech. Verdict—- please save your money and time and don’t work with them. As individuals, they are all nice and friendly. We worked with Debut from July 2017 to March 2019. They initially quoted us 13 weeks for Android development but it kept extending and extending. What was supposed to be completed November 2017 didn’t actually complete until March 2019.

We had many troubles along the way. Once they fixed one problem, they seemed to break another. This was the cycle. It was so frustrating that we actually went to Chandigarh to meet the team in person in March 2018, but it didn’t help at all. In fact, after our in person meeting, everyone was optimistic that we would release the first build of our app but that didn’t happen until one year later.

Around August 2018, we accidentally stumbled upon a big issue. Debut was and currently is careless with security. They store everything in Google Drives and it’s shared publicly. What do I mean by publicly? I mean the APIs of several companies was shared with us and they didn’t even know.

Debut creates a shared Google account so that we could access the admin page but they didn’t treat that account as shared. We had APIs for about 10 other companies.

One of the things that I distinctly remember was trouble with translations. We needed to translate our app to a different language and even though we gave all the translations to Debut, they still seemed to get it wrong. It looked like they resorted to Google Translate despite our warnings not to.

It’s been more than 6 months since we discontinued working with Debut but we are still finding bugs. Our users are suffering because of the quality of work that Debut provided.

What was the team composition?

2 iOS developers 2 android. 2 backend

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

No. Not recommended at all. We’re upset that we didn’t leave when we saw the first warning signs. If they don’t meet a deadline, don’t continue. Just find different developers.

Because Debut wasn’t able to keep their deadlines, our business suffered tremendously. We were constantly marketing for planned releases but since they could never meet their deadlines, we were not able to meet the customer’s demands and user adoption was low.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Not at all. During the process, they said that they would be proactive but they never once made it on time to a meeting, their internet always cut out while we were Skyping with them, and they never made a deadline. If you’re considering Debut, please don’t even bother.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Nothing. I’m was impressed by their lack of skill.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Communication, delivery, basic coding skills, design, .... everything. Do not work with a Debut under any circumstance. I’m saying this because I don’t want other startups to suffer like we did.

Please take the time and do research to find another company. We almost sued them because of their security breach. They were and continue to share other clients proprietary information. Your app will not be safe with them.

Company Responses

The vendor responded on September 18th, 2019.

This client had been unreasonable with us from the very start.

1. Even after signing up of a formal agreement and scope document, he kept on increasing the project scope. We tried to accommodate as much as we could, but at some point, we had to say no.
2. Design UI/UX was not part of the agreed scope since we told him that we don’t have the capability to produce high-quality designs like the one he desires. He asked for our recommendation for designers, and we introduced him to the Russian designer (the one he is referring to in his review). 
3. The client negotiated with the Designer for his work and paid him directly. We were not even involved in any design-related process.
4. He did come down to Chandigarh and had a pleasant stay with us for a few days. He met the team, discussed the project status, and we defined the future road map accordingly. 
5. At no point did he express any discontent with the way things were moving. He did ask us for additional functionality to be included but was not willing to pay a fair price for it. So, we both agreed that we will leave out the additional functions for now and stick to the originally agreed scope.
6. Regarding the security breach and the Google Drive incidence, it was simply test data and not the live one. It was placeholder data to test out the APIs and some functions.