DevelopmentNow

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the general manager for Volley Media. We've developed a platform that enables users to share live streams in real time either in person or from remote locations. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DevelopmentNow?

We had a business need based on direct client feedback to develop a standalone version of our mobile app that could be embedded into third-party apps, so users wouldn't have to download another app.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

DevelopmentNow looked at the use case of our current native app and built a fully featured web platform from scratch, using JavaScript. We provided the original art from the app, and their team helped identify the requirements for building the platform. 

What is the team composition? 

We worked primarily with one developer, as well as an account manager and the CTO.

How did you come to work with DevelopmentNow?

We researched different vendors with extensive development experience on Clutch and talked to a few firms based on recommendations within the community before ultimately choosing to work with DevelopmentNow. 

How much have you invested with them?

We initially budgeted for $100,000, but the project came in significantly under budget because we were able to complete it in fewer sprints than expected. We hope to reuse some of the budget allocations to do additional enhancements on the platform in the near future. 

What is the status of this engagement?

We completed the project in four sprints over the course of just six days between September and October 2018, launching the platform in November 2018. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The embedded app DevelopmentNow created is a game changer for us from a business standpoint. It helped eliminate a barrier between us and some of our larger clients, opening up doors in the marketplace that weren't previously available to us. 

How did DevelopmentNow perform from a project management standpoint?

They were great to work with, completing the project quickly and under our original budget. They had a very streamlined process and were able to deliver exactly what we needed without any drama–it felt like a genuine partnership.

What did you find most impressive about them?

It didn't feel like we were working with an agency, but rather with an extension of our own team. They were very receptive to our needs and on board with the project from day one more so than other firms we considered. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, not really. They did a great job and we look forward to working with them on the next phase of the project. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Don't micromanage their team; give them all the assets they need and let them do what they do best.