DevCrew I/O

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of willowtree

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

a mobile application and web development company

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire DevCrew I/O to accomplish?

• our goal was to create a user friendly and feature rich mobile app

SOLUTION

How did you find DevCrew I/O?

• Online Search
• Referral

Why did you select DevCrew I/O over others?

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

How many teammates from DevCrew I/O were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

the scope of work was to create a user-friendly and feature-rich mobile app for our e-commerce platform. the project steps included initial brainstorming sessions, UI/UX designs, front-end and back-end development, rigorous testing, and final deployment. The key deliveries were a fully functional Android and iOS app with seamless synchronization and secure payment integration. they utilized the latest technologies, such as react native, to ensure optimal performance and cross-platform compatibility

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

the memorable outcomes of the project were remarkable. The app user engagement increased significantly resulting in a 40% rise in sales within the first quarter of launch our customers provided positive feedback on the app's intuitive interface and smooth functionality

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

their project management style was exceptional. they used tools like Asana and Zoom for seamless communication and progress tracking deadlines were consistently met and they were always responsive to our queries and feedback throughout the development process

What was your primary form of communication with DevCrew I/O?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

what impressed us most about DevCrew I/O was their dedication tp delivering a product that exceeded our expectations. They go above and beyond to incorporate innovative features that add significant value to our app, elevating it above our initial vision.

Are there any areas for improvement or something DevCrew I/O could have done differently?

as for improvement, honestly, we could not find any, overall DevCrew I/O is a top-tier development partner and we are thrilled at the outcome of our project, their dedication, expertise, and commitment left us extremely satisfied

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the President of a Car sharing company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We provide vehicle reservations to its members, billable by the minute, hour or day; members may have to pay a monthly or annual membership fee in addition to car reservations charges.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire DevCrew I/O to accomplish?

• We hired DevCrew I/O to revamp and enhance our existing car sharing platform. Our primary goal was to create a more user-friendly and intuitive website that would improve the overall customer experience. We also wanted to implement advanced features like real-time vehicle tracking, streamlined booking process, and seamless payment integration to stay competitive in the market.

SOLUTION

How did you find DevCrew I/O?

Referral

Why did you select DevCrew I/O over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from DevCrew I/O were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

DevCrew I/O undertook a comprehensive scope of work for our car sharing company's website revamp. They began with a thorough analysis of our existing site and identified areas for improvement. 

The key deliverables included a redesigned user interface for better intuitiveness and visual appeal, a responsive website for smooth experiences across devices, an efficient online booking system for seamless reservations, an enhanced search functionality for quick car availability, a real-time tracking system for live updates on car status, a user dashboard for managing bookings and payments, and an admin panel for streamlined fleet management and customer support.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

After the new website was launched, we witnessed a significant increase in user engagement and retention. The bounce rate decreased by 35%, indicating that users found the website more engaging and navigable. Additionally, the conversion rate saw a substantial improvement of 25%, translating to more bookings and revenue for our car sharing company.

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

DevCrew I/O displayed excellent project management throughout the development process. They maintained open lines of communication and were quick to address any concerns or requests we had. Their responsiveness and proactive approach ensured a smooth and efficient collaboration.

What was your primary form of communication with DevCrew I/O?

Virtual Meeting

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

What stood out the most about DevCrew I/O was their commitment to excellence and their ability to translate our requirements into a stunning and functional website. They demonstrated a keen understanding of our industry and tailored the solutions accordingly. Their team was highly skilled and worked seamlessly to overcome any challenges that arose during the development process.

Are there any areas for improvement or something DevCrew I/O could have done differently?

It's challenging to pinpoint areas for improvement, as our experience with DevCrew I/O was overwhelmingly positive. We are highly satisfied with their exceptional project management, professionalism, and dedication to our success. We highly recommend DevCrew I/O to any company seeking professional and innovative web development solutions.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an executive at LITSLINK

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Our company hired DevCrew I/O for IT services to revamp our existing infrastructure and enhance our technological capabilities.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire DevCrew I/O to accomplish?

• Our goals were to improve system efficiency, streamline processes, and ensure data security.

SOLUTION

How did you find DevCrew I/O?

Clutch Site

Why did you select DevCrew I/O over others?

Company values aligned

How many teammates from DevCrew I/O 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 undertaken by DevCrew I/O was extensive and well-executed. They meticulously planned and executed each project step, ensuring that all deliverables were met with utmost precision. Their expertise in a wide range of technologies, was evident in the seamless integration and implementation of new systems.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The measurable outcomes of the project were remarkable. We experienced a significant increase in system performance, reduced downtime, and enhanced data protection. The deliverables not only met our expectations but also exceeded them. DevCrew I/O's commitment to quality and attention to detail were evident in every aspect of their work

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

In terms of project management, DevCrew I/O demonstrated excellent communication skills and a proactive approach. They effectively utilized modern communication tools, ensuring smooth and timely collaboration between teams. Their regular updates, progress reports, and adherence to project timelines were impressive, giving us confidence in their ability to deliver on time.

What was your primary form of communication with DevCrew I/O?

• Email or Messaging App

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

What sets DevCrew I/O apart from other companies is their unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. They consistently went above and beyond to address our concerns, answer our questions, and provide innovative solutions tailored to our specific needs. Their expertise, professionalism, and exceptional customer service truly make them stand out from competitors.

Are there any areas for improvement or something DevCrew I/O could have done differently?

There are no areas of improvement with DevCrew I/O there service was exceptional, they provide more detailed documentation during the initial planning phase which could further enhance the project's clarity and alignment.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the founder and CEO of what used to be an event coordination platform, but we’re pivoting towards becoming a sports management and communication platform.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DevCrew I/O?

We hired DevCrew to handle the UI and functionality and transition from our old platform to the new one. We had a fair amount of new functionality and things that needed to be adjusted. Our Android app was not as advanced as our iOS app, so part of the work we hired them to perform was to bring that Android side up to speed.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We provided DevCrew with design specs with a clickable prototype for the mobile applications, and the goal was to meet and match the design and functionality specs we sent over. The primary work they completed for us was redesigning what we already had and adding new features. 

We worked in weekly sprints, assigned tasks to complete, and provided guidance on how those functionalities could be achieved. Their developers worked closely with our existing web developers and constantly communicated what they needed for the backend and API endpoints. DevCrew helped us figure out how the design should meet our development constraints. 

They also helped with uploading the builds and giving guidance on settings. They’ve completed most of the work, but we have them on retainer for minor bug fixes and anything else that pops up. 

The app allows administrators or creators of sports teams to register their teams, create team colors, and choose the sport they’re managing. From there, they can create a team page, and can enable numerous tools on our platform, including a chat page or a calendar to build a robust team schedule. 

DevCrew helped tremendously with the calendar integration and scheduling component. They also helped us build different subscription models and implement which various features of ours would go with each subscription plan. Key technologies included GitHub, Swift, and Kotlin.  

What is the team composition?

We worked with Minhaj (Senior Android Developer), Aneesa (Associate Project Manager), an iOS developer, and another project management person. 

How did you come to work with DevCrew I/O?

We found them on Upwork. We met with one of their executives and showed them what we were looking for. We interviewed the developer we would be working with, and decided to move forward together after that. We chose them partially because of their price, and because we were impressed with the developer. 

How much have you invested with them?

We invested around $20,000. 

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together between March–August 2022.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We don’t have any data, but we’re just about to launch the app and start marketing. 

How did DevCrew I/O perform from a project management standpoint?

They completed all their weekly tasks on time and were extremely communicative about blockers and things that needed to be resolved to continue. The development timeline was accurate, and they stayed on budget for everything. They were highly communicative and always made sure they were on track. We communicated exclusively through Slack. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

It was a very good working relationship; we always felt like we were getting their full attention. They were very tuned into communication and focused on the project. They did an excellent job of making things happen. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

There’s nothing that we can come up with. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Be clear with your initial project scope when approaching the project so they can set you up with the right people.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Founder

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DevCrew I/O, and what were your goals?

I had two bad experiences with developers and dev teams and came to DevCrew I/O with the goal to get an MVP IOS app built. I needed the team to build an app that allows users to login/reg, record a short video, add a caption, upload, swipe to view videos through an immersive video feed, and invite users.

SOLUTION

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

I wanted to find a team that was experienced, organized and didn't just do work, but thought through implementation and acted as team members and though leaders.

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

The team delivered on time and of the highest quality. They delivered an IOS app that we launched through test flight in the apple app store. The team was able to include all MVP features.

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

2 engineers, project manager and owner.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We were able to launch our app on time and with the highest quality.

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

The team is awesome at project management. We did daily standups, sprint planning and always discussed features prior to implementation to ensure I and the team were on the same page.

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

They are thought leaders, organized and unlike any other dev team I've worked with. DevCrew I/O took pride in their work and what they built. They think through every aspect of the project prior to implementation and actively communicate any issues or concerns. Best team ever!

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

No - they're very good at what they do and with each iteration are constantly adopting and adjusting to improve.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner and chairman of an online language service provider.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DevCrew I/O?

We needed help with web development.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They provide IT services and help with web development. We call upon them when we want to add something or have bugs that need to be fixed. When we wanted to incorporate languages to the system, we sent words from English to Polish, for example. Then, they uploaded it to the system, changing the way to search for words and the payment section.

What is the team composition?

My point of contact is Muhammad (Co-Founder).

How did you come to work with DevCrew I/O?

They were recommended to us.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent between $13,000–$14,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started collaborating in July 2019, and the work is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

They’ve made a strong impact on the company, delivering quality work at a good price.

How did DevCrew I/O perform from a project management standpoint?

The communication is very good through Slack. They managed the project very well.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The quality of work and price were impressive.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They delivered on time every time.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Use them for projects with a large scope.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Enviro Safety Products is an online B2B distributor of safety products. I am the President of the company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DevCrew I/O?

DevCrew completed all of the web dev for our migration from Magento 1 Open Source to Magento 2 Open Source.

What were your goals for this project?

Our goals were (1) Improve the stability of our web presence (2) Maintain our SEO rankings (3) Avoid the problem of remaining on M1 past its end of life.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We have worked with DevCrew for several years, we were first referred to them. This particular project is by far the largest project we have completed with DevCrew.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

DevCrew completed literally the entire migration from nothing to fully functioning M2 Open Source site.

What was the team composition?

We primarily interact with DevCrew's President. We secondarily interact with a Lead Developer. They manage tasks with and check the work of their Team Developers.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

DevCrew did an outstanding job. M2 has been stable. We have maintained our SEO rankings. We never once had to rollback to M1.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

I wrote the strategic level Scope of Work and tracked its progress. DevCrew managed all the tactical tasks in Trello.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

DevCrew has been remarkably responsive and highly capable with virtually anything we have asked them to do.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, we really like working with DevCrew.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

Fishermen Labs is a design and development agency that builds digital products for our different clients. I am a project manager for the company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DevCrew I/O?

We needed to redesign and add features to a mobile app for iOS and Android.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

The project encompassed an on-demand therapy service product. We handled all the designs internally, and DevCrew helped implement the designs into existing iOS, Android, and web applications.

The redesign focused on more seamless checkout and purchasing, as well as a better overall user experience. Together, we made sure everything flowed and functioned properly. Other functionality included a loyalty reward system and a gift card feature. We used Swift for the iOS version, Java for Android, and React for the web version.

What is the team composition?

A project manager acted as our main point of contact and jumped in whenever we needed additional iOS support. We also worked with an additional iOS engineer, two Android engineers, and two more for the web application.

How did you come to work with DevCrew I/O?

We’ve partnered with them for several projects, and the relationship started before I joined the company. I don’t know what factors affected the selection process.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent between $50,000–$200,000 for this project.

What is the status of this engagement?

This specific project ran between November 2017–May 2018.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The client controls all the numbers, so we don’t have any quantitative feedback on our side. The apps definitely operate faster, and the ordering process is much smoother. The original code was fairly weak, but we refactored and stabilized it.

How did DevCrew I/O perform from a project management standpoint?

They were excellent project managers and always knew what they were doing. We had another QA team working on this project, and whenever we found a bug, we’d pass it along to DevCrew to fix. We communicated via Slack and video conferencing.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their responsiveness and attention to detail were great. Working with them is always enjoyable.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They were weaker in React for the web app. There were times where we had some miscommunication or the code could have been more thorough. We were on a time crunch for that portion, so I understand that weakness, but that's definitely something they could improve.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

If you’re clear on the timeline, scope, and objective, they’ll definitely deliver. They’re a very capable group of engineers.

UPDATED REVIEW

This review was updated on October 9th, 2019, by the client. New content for a second project is below.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

Fishermen Labs is a mobile, web, AR, and VR development agency in Los Angeles. I’m Lance Capel, one of the project managers and the director partnerships here. I help bring in some of our deals and work on our projects.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DevCrew I/O?

We were converting an entire educational website to html5 to be compatible with newer systems.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We were working with an educational company with hundreds of online lessons and quizzes that needed to be converted to HTML5. DevCrew I/O updated the various content, uploaded new video, and ensured the audio functioned correctly. They QA tested everything to make sure it was ready for our client. Their team really managed that entire cycle, tackling both the front- and backend development.

They replicated the previous experience, making sure the copy looked nice by changing the type font. The team also ensured that a user couldn’t skip lessons or advance on the platform before passing certain quizzes. They were responsible for the dev end of the project.

What is the team composition?

At any given time, we had up to six of their developers on the project.

How did you come to work with DevCrew I/O?

We initially found them on UpWork. After speaking with Hassan (Founding Partner & Chief Software Consultant, DevCrew I/O), we found that he was willing to work with us and our budget. Their portfolio looked good, and the team performed well on a few test projects we asked them to complete. That made us feel confident in hiring them.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent about $450,000 on our side of the project.

What is the status of this engagement?

The project lasted from January 2018–August 2019.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

While I don’t have any hard metrics from our client yet, DevCrew I/O made our collaboration easy and convenient. The site is functional and reliable, without any major bugs because the team took the time to review everything. The client has approved and implemented all their work as a result. The updated website stands to save the client money in the future.  

How did DevCrew I/O perform from a project management standpoint?

We didn’t experience any obstacles at all. Hassan actively communicated with us, so there was never a misunderstanding. We used Zoom for video conferences, hosting a call once every week. We also used Slack and email, which allowed us to communicate directly with the client. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

They were always willing to put in extra work, staying up later to accommodate our time zone difference. It was really nice that they accommodate our schedule. The team contributed valuable, creative ideas to the project, but also took our orders when needed.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I have no complaints about them.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of Proleadsoft, a digital design, software development, and online marketing company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DevCrew I/O?

We were looking for development resources for a project. Internal issues prevented us from hiring a full-time developer.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

DevCrew I/O helped us finalize an iOS app we had another team build and connect it to the backend system. Most of their involvement focused on converting that existing variable into a project in the entertainment space. Our complex application serves as a portal for event planners to manage all their events. Customer interactions take place through the user-facing mobile app. 

The team created additional features like filters and online payment for drinks at a bar. Rather than having to wait in line, event guests can place an order and have it ready to serve once they get there.

At certain points, we needed to move people around. DevCrew I/O’s resources even learned how to develop for Android so they could help us build that version as well. They also provided bug fixes.

What is the team composition? 

We worked with a small team that included a developer and a project manager.

How did you come to work with DevCrew I/O?

I went to school with the co-founder. Once we reached out, they helped us recruit one of their employees for our project.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent $50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together from May 2017–March 2018.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We had a great experience working with DevCrew I/O. Unfortunately, one of the developers they assigned us had to leave the company for fully unrelated reasons.  We would have continued working together otherwise. 

DevCrew I/O finished all their work on time. Their support felt like having a full-time engineer working on our project. Whenever our QA engineer found a bug, they’d fix it.

How did DevCrew I/O perform from a project management standpoint?

DevCrew I/O was very responsive. We collaborated via email, Slack, Skype, and Google Sheets. I met with the project manager in person.

What did you find most impressive about them?

DevCrew I/O offers specialized capabilities for mobile app development.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, there are none. DevCrew I/O provided even more than we expected.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

DevCrew I/O did well on our project. We enjoyed the entire experience. I will probably work with them again in the future.
 

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm a project manager at a Bible application.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DevCrew I/O?

We were looking for a vendor to build a mobile application for us.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

DevCrew developed an application for iOS and Android. They were mostly involved in the execution of our ideas, but they also took part in some feature discussions. The app enables people to read or listen to the Bible (there is an audio feature). There is also an option to choose between translations, change the font size, and make a purchase. 

What is the team composition?

We worked with 6–8 members of their team, including two iOS developers, two Android developers, a project manager, and some designers.

How did you come to work with DevCrew I/O?

Our company had a prior connection with them.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent about $65,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked with them between June 2015–January 2017.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

They did an excellent job managing the project and troubleshooting, so we really enjoyed working with them. They have the ability to anticipate problems, which helped the project go smoothly.

How did DevCrew I/O perform from a project management standpoint?

They were very responsive, attentive to detail, and eager to address concerns immediately. If there were things they didn't capture correctly, they were quick to make adjustments.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They have an excellent team.

Are there any areas they could improve?

We expected them to troubleshoot and find solutions on their own, but we didn't communicate our expectations to them clearly. Therefore, they were often waiting for our instructions when issues came up.