Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of a financial services company. We enable users to buy, sell, or spend Bitcoin directly from their self-custodial wallets, allowing users to fully switch to Bitcoin as their choice of money.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd.?

We hired Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd. to execute our ambitious product specifications and UI/UX designs while keeping the system reliable and secure. Their previous work with large regulated banks suited us well, as we’re offering regulated financial services too.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We’ve handed Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd. finished designs and detailed product specifications. They’ve designed the base architecture and developed the backend and frontend. The team has delivered a responsive web application in React and the necessary Java backend.

What is the team composition?

We work with 2–5 teammates from Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd.

How did you come to work with Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd.?

We found them through a referral. Their pricing fit our budget, and they had special domain expertise.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd. in January 2023, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We’ve defined milestones related to specific functionality at first. Then, we switched to ongoing monthly contracting.

How did Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd. perform from a project management standpoint?

In the beginning, they started somewhat slow. However, over the months, they’ve sped up very much. Today, they’re shipping at a fast pace and reliably. We communicate via virtual meetings, emails, and messaging apps.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Whatever issue and advice we seek in relation to engineering, we can be sure that we’ll get their best and honest answer. This has been crucial to continue working with them.

Are there any areas they could improve?

At the beginning of our work relationship, there were quite some timeline delays that weren’t well communicated. However, this is common in the beginning. This has been completely resolved. We’ve now found a way of working with them that’s very effective, and the communication is extremely smooth!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the CEO of Puro Contenido, a company located in Bogotá, Colombia.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd., and what were your goals?

We wanted to develop the iOS version of our app called Golistica. It is a mobile app based social platform for the football loving people in Colombia. The app allows users to join the platform, create teams, arrange tournaments & ranks the team. We had the Android version. To make the platform available for the iOS users, we decided to build the iOS version and started finding a capable team who can help us develop and maintain the iOS version of Golistica.

SOLUTION

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

We shortlisted a few teams and companies for our projects. We talked to them and checked their portfolio and reputation and finally chose Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd.

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

Scope of work: The scope was to develop the iOS version of Golistica mobile app with the same functionalities as the Android version. The main features includes User onboarding, select football skills, create football teams, arrange matches as manager, arrange football tournaments, see rankings and results, keeping track of upcoming and past matches. Deliverables: Fully functional iOS app & source codes. Technologies used: Objective C, iOS SDK, Cocoa Touch, Xcode

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

Project Manager, Senior iOS developer & QA Engineer

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The iOS app was good and well functioning as per our requirement. There was not any major issues. We reported some minor issues and adjustment requests in different times and the vendor fixed those things in a professional manner. The code quality was impressive. Overall, it was a good experience.

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

We followed Agile method in the whole project from our side. We divided the project in Sprints and set the goals in each sprints and the vendor followed the scope and schedule. We used email & skype as communication channels. For source version controlling and issue tracking, Github was used.

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

Their technical knowledge and ability in the subject matter were impressive. They communicated well throughout the project with attention to details. We are happy with the final product that was delivered.

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

It was a big application that took more than 2 years with all the sprints. There was slight delays in a few times in the delivery schedules. That is understandable in large development projects.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Field Information Solutions (known as "Field Buzz") offers web-and-smartphone based software platform to manage "last mile" workflows and activities in sales & distribution, agriculture sourcing and tracking smallholder farmers, micro-finance, remote monitoring of infrastructure or other activities in hard-to-reach locations. I am the co-founder of the company and looks over product development & strategy.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd., and what were your goals?

To develop and deploy the iOS version of our field-force management solution.

SOLUTION

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

Positive reference from known people, previous work experience in our required tech & precise proposal that met our plan.

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

Login, Attendance, Supervised Attendance, Profile Management, Sync & Offline support. Deliverable: Fully functional iOS app with given scope and to be submitted to Appstore. Tech: XCode, CocoaTouch, iOS SDK, Swift 5

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

2 persons: Senior iOS Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The development & testing process went smooth. Code was written in high standard and tested properly. We didn't face any major bugs in the deliverable & every small feedback was take care of very fast and the vendor helped the app submission & approval process.

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

Agile project management was followed from both sides. Both parties communicated in timely manner over WhatsApp and Google Meet. The project took around 5 weeks.

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

They have solid technical knowledge and willingness to satisfy customer requests

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

Time management could have been better

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Founder of an app development company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd., and what were your goals?

We worked closely with Ashiq and his team to develop a number of social based mobile applications for our clients. Our goal was to produce mvp products with exceptional design and function.

SOLUTION

How did you select Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd., and what were the deciding factors?

We selected them because of their responsiveness, professionalism, and experience.

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

We began all projects with providing wireframes and a project brief. From there, Ashiq and his team delivered designs and quickly began development. We primarily built for IOS and Android devises, as well as web based applications.

How many resources from the Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd. team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We worked with Ashiq, the owner.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Within 3-4 months we had great functioning apps on the app stores.

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

We mostly communicated via email and message, but they were happy to schedule calls for updates, etc. Other than the time difference, they were always available.

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

They were talented developers.

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

No.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

GDL Media develops mobile apps for iOS and Android platforms. I serve as founder and project manager.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd., and what were your goals?

Dhrubok was hired to design and build multiple mobile application for cellular devices. They were also tasked with creating websites/landing pages for the corresponding mobile apps.

SOLUTION

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

GDL Media was referred to Dhrubok through a friend (a developer who had already worked with them). Dhrubok offered a quality output at fair prices. They also communicate quickly and effectively which eliminated uncertainty on our end.

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

Mobile App Development: ideation, graphic design, work flows, programming, website, management. iOS and Android platforms, database management, website creation and maintenance.

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

We have 1 main point of contact and his team assists with our needs. WE have worked with a few members of his team and all have communicated effectively and delivered projects on time.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

All requests have been delivered on time and on budget. When we agreed on app design, UI/UX was delivered within 5 days and build within 2 weeks. For graphics and assets, the Dhrubok team has provided mock ups within 2 days and the project was completed with 1 week.

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

Dhrubok communicates through email and video conference. Text chat is also utilized for quicker results.

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

Their ability to respond to our requests within 24 hours and provide clear and accurate time frames from delivery.

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

I enjoy working with the Dhrobok team and I am looking forward to continue to partner with them on various projects.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Project Manager of Spendo UAB

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Fintech Solutions

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd. to accomplish?

• Software Development

SOLUTION

How did you find Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd.?

Referral

Why did you select Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd. over others?

Pricing fit our budget

How many teammates from Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd. were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Full front and back end development

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Very Clear and Simple Flow

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

Everything On Time. Excellent Services

What was your primary form of communication with Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd.?

Virtual Meeting

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

They did excellent work.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd. could have done differently?

No improvements needed

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the operational Lead of the Online based market place

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd., and what were your goals?

We hired Dhrubok Infotech Services Ltd to develop an online-based marketplace.

SOLUTION

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

From personal reference

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

Develop an online based marketplace for

1. Skill based service providers
2. Freelancers
3. E-commerce

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

I guess 4/5 people starting from CEO and developers

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

IT was done as per the brief aligned between two parties

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

We held regular meetings, briefed and de-briefed. There was a project Gantt chart we followed.

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

Their technological soundness was impressive.

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

Improvement needed in managing deadline