DianApps

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of VlogTalk Media

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

VlogTalk Media is the company behind VlogTalk, an app for asynchronous video interaction.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire DianApps to accomplish?

• Creating a design for the VlogTalk mobile app

SOLUTION

How did you find DianApps?

Online Search

Why did you select DianApps over others?

Good value for cost

How many teammates from DianApps were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

I engaged DianApps to create a UI/UX design for the VlogTalk mobile app with the aim of making it compatible with the high requirements set by distribution platforms (in particular, iOS). The key deliverables were a set of Figma files that the app development divison of DianApps would use further for implementing the UI/UX in the actual app.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The measurable outcomes were high-quality Figma files that appealed to me and others that I have shown them to.

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

The process was very friction-less. The assigned designer was very responsive, allowing iterations to go smoothly until we had satisfactory deliverables. So were also product owner and head of delivery.

What was your primary form of communication with DianApps?

Virtual Meeting

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

Both the quality of the deliverables and the flow of the process were impressive, especially taking into account that I'm a relatively small customer operating in a different time zone.

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

I have no negative remarks. It was a small job, and it met my expectations.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the owner of a software development company, specifically app related.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DianApps?

I needed support to develop an application. 

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

DianApps is responsible for the entire process of developing my app. The team has created design wireframes, user stories, and user journeys. We're now in the development phase, and the team is programming the code behind the designs created. DianApps uses Python and Node.js, and after finishing the app, the team will provide a maintenance plan and marketing support.

What is the team composition?

My initial conversations were with Parag (Co-Founder), and I've also worked with Bharat (Associate Product Owner), Harish (Senior Product Owner), and Mausam (Senior UI/UX Designer).

How did you come to work with DianApps?

I was previously working with a company that went bankrupt. We were in the initial stages of developing the app's idea, and I had invested £10,000 (approximately $13,000 USD) with that company. Then, some of the employees started working with DianApps, and they brought me on board to continue the development process that was mid-journey.
How much have you invested with them?

I've spent £26,000 (approximately $33,000 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

We began discussing the project at the beginning of this year and signed the contract in April 2024. The app is in the final stages and close to being completed.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

DianApps has brought my design vision into something I can see, which has been a pretty cool journey. I also like the team's openness and ability to incorporate changes according to my feedback. DianApps is prone to make changes that don't add cost to the project's budget. 

How did DianApps perform from a project management standpoint?

DianApps accommodates my schedule since I have two companies, allowing me to take more time to provide feedback. DianApps offers a cooperative journey. The project is a creative endeavor on my part, so we had an estimated timeline that has expanded because of my design change requests. The design phase needed more time, and this isn't DianApps' fault since I've agreed to extend the schedule.

We communicate through online meetings. Initially, we met twice a week, but now we meet once a week because we are in the development stage. We also have a WhatsApp group, and whenever the team needs feedback, we talk through the group.
Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?

Bharat, Harish, and Mausam have been instrumental in helping me enjoy the development journey and have been amazing throughout the project. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

DianApps is consistent, kind, flexible, and engaging. In the beginning, I only had ideas and concepts for the app's design since I hadn't seen anything like that before, and DianApps tried everything I asked them to. I provided video visual references and the energy I wanted the app to convey. Mausam was prone to listening to my vision and trying to find ways to bring it to life. 

Additionally, Harish has made me feel comfortable to start working with DianApps without having a defined vision and trusting that we would go through the process together. Initially, I was nervous because I thought I needed to know everything to sign a contract, but Harish made me trust the team to develop the app together. 

Lastly, Bharat is responsible for keeping the project's timeframe. Even though we've gone over the schedule with creativity, Harish steers the ship and ensures the project moves forward and that the process doesn't stop. Harish is really helpful because otherwise, we've probably stayed in the design phase forever. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

I can't think of anything I haven't liked about DianApps' work. This is my first app development project, and I'm happy with the team.

Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?

My only advice is to go for it and work with DianApps because they're a really good team.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Co-Founder of a gaming company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

I'm the Co-Founder of a real money gaming startup. We develop our own games based on skills where you can win real money.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire DianApps to accomplish?

• We wanted to create skill-based casual strategy games for Android & iOS, but we were unable to hire an experienced in-house team. We hired DianApps to make the complete end-to-end product The aim was to create the entire module within 3 years, which got completed in May 2024. We extended our collaboration as we got good traction

SOLUTION

How did you find DianApps?

Other

Why did you select DianApps over others?

Other

How many teammates from DianApps were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

We started looking out for a competent tech development firm to get us started with our game module. We got a call from the co-founder Parag who explained to us on an introductory call how DianApps was exactly what I was looking for. We hired 10 engineers: 4 frontend, 4 backend, and 2 QA from DianApps to work dedicatedly on our project

What's the status of this engagement?

In collaboration, we have accomplished our set milestones and now we are planning to resume the next round of development in a few months

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

How did your relationship with your partner evolve?

Started initially working with just their Design team. We were extremely happy with their design output and decided to extend the partnership to include development services as well. Started with 2 devs, and gradually increased the team to 10 devs

What was your primary form of communication with DianApps?

Email or Messaging App

In what ways can they improve?

Their Web 3 team was occupied on other long-term projects so we wish we could have outsourced our Web 3 games to them as well

What advice do you have for clients with similar needs to yours?

There are a lot of tech agencies out there but what Parag brings to the table is a warm and accomodating relationship and a human element that goes beyond tech and scope discussions.

UPDATED REVIEW

This review was published on January 31, 2022.

Co-Founder, Gaming CompanyGaming

Mumbai, India

1-10 Employees

Aug 2021 - Ongoing

$10,000 to $49,999

Project summary
DianApps provides mobile app development services for a gaming firm, with the goal of developing games for users who what to win real money. Key technologies used are Node.js and Android.

Feedback summary
So far, the client enjoys working with DianApps, describing them as a flexible and accommodating partner. The team institutes an effective workflow by communicating transparently and setting expectations clearly. They're also efficient, talented, and punctual.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Co-founder, Real-Money Gaming Company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DianApps, and what were your goals?

Build a real-money game that can scale to millions of users.

SOLUTION

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

Parag and Vikash are very empathetic to the client needs and knowledgeable in this space.

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

Develop real-money games using NodeJS and Android.

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

1 Backend, 1 Fullstack, 1 Android, 1 QA

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

DianApps is very accomodating and flexible.

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

They're very honest and transparent in communication and setting expectations.

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

Ability to find great talent in quick time and deploy that talent with short TAT.

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

Help us figure out best tools for various aspects of app development and project management.

RATINGS
Overall rating: 4

Quality: 4

Cost: 3

Schedule: 5

Willing to refer: 4

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Proprietor of Purple Panda Enterprises

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

we are an online advertising and market research company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire DianApps to accomplish?

We hired DianApps for Mobile App development

SOLUTION

How did you find DianApps?

Referral

Why did you select DianApps over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from DianApps were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

The key deliverables for the "Aaha Life" project are summarized as follows:

### Business and Customer Features:
1. *Splash Screen*: Initial screen displayed on app launch.
2. *Persona Selection*: Option to select either Business or Customer persona.
3. *Signup Process*
4. *Login*: Login with mobile number and OTP, with the option to resend OTP.
5. *Homepage*: Contains sections for Home, Category, Register, Favourite, and Profile.
6. *Home Categories*: Categories displayed in a rotating wheel format, with most recent viewed at the bottom.
7. *Sub-category Details Page*: Redirects to business user details with the option to mark as favorite.
8. *Category Details Page*: Shows subcategories related to the selected category.
9. *Business Details Page*: Lists all businesses within the selected category and sub-category.
10. *Register Business*: Users can register new businesses, allowing multiple businesses per user.
11. *Business Cards*: Single business cards and master cards, with editable details.
12. *Upload Reels*: Businesses can upload one video/reel per business.
13. *Rate & Review*: Customers can rate businesses after 24 hours of availing services.
14. *Notifications*: Notifications for customers to rate businesses.
15. *Share Profile*: Option to share profiles via social media.
16. *GPS/Live Location*: GPS location enabled for live tracking in some categories.
17. *Google Ads/Banners*: Ads displayed on the homepage in carousel form, with a maximum of 10 ads.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Completely complete app that is simple for customers to use and control from any location.

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

Awesome' is a good way to define their project management. Their correspondence was consistently excellent. I had a great trip with them. DianApps has a fantastic crew.

What was your primary form of communication with DianApps?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The team has a strong work ethic. They're cheerful, hardworking, and always willing to adjust their work based on feedback.

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

No, not as of now. Things are going pretty well so far.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of My Laundry Express

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are set to revolutionize the traditional laundry service market with our innovative concept: Mobile Laundry Services. This service aims to provide convenience by offering laundry services directly at our customers' homes or offices, including washing, drying, and folding on the go.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire DianApps to accomplish?

• We aim to develop a mobile app for both Android and iOS platforms to provide laundry services.

SOLUTION

How did you find DianApps?

Online Search

Why did you select DianApps over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from DianApps were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

• User Registration and Profile Management: Allowing users to create and manage their profiles.
• Service Booking System: Users can schedule laundry pickups and deliveries at their convenience.
• Payment Gateway Integration: Secure processing of payments within the app.
• Order Tracking: Enabling users to track the status of their laundry in real-time.
• Feedback and Rating System: To ensure service quality and customer satisfaction.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Working with DianApps on pre-development was a great experience for me. Effective communication throughout the team made sure that all of our requests and suggestions were understood and included in the project schedule. Through frequent updates and feedback meetings, the team continuously kept us informed, which made the entire process efficient and cooperative. 

I am ecstatic about the designs they came up with since they exactly represent the engaging and user-friendly experience we want to give our users. The aesthetically pleasing design and user-friendly navigation demonstrate a thorough comprehension of our objectives and vision.

As we proceed into the development stage, I have faith that DianApps will be able to realize these concepts and produce a finished product that, thanks to our creative idea, will completely transform the market for traditional washing services.

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

DianApps' project management was exemplary. They consistently delivered items on time, adhering to the agreed-upon schedules without any delays. Their responsiveness to my needs was commendable; they were always quick to address any queries or concerns I had, ensuring that I felt supported throughout the process. 

Regular feedback sessions were a key part of their approach, which kept me informed and involved in every stage. This proactive communication and their commitment to meeting deadlines greatly contributed to the overall success of the project.

What was your primary form of communication with DianApps?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The most striking thing about them that I could find was their prompt communication. Despite the time difference, they attempt to respond to my messages or queries I have.

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

Not as of now, all good.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of the company. 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Our company provides software to help organizations create, compare, and coordinate on RFPs with their vendors.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire DianApps to accomplish?

• Development of MVP for production use

SOLUTION

How did you find DianApps?

Vendor outreach

Why did you select DianApps over others?

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

How many teammates from DianApps were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Creation of a MVP web application for three user personas based on React, Node.Js, and PostgreSQL. Support for email notifications.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Delivery of the agreed-upon MVP according to user stories that were defined ahead of time. This encompassed all expected functionality.

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

DianApps was extremely communicative and responsive throughout the project. They were flexible when changes were requested to the agreed-upon scope. Delivery of projects sprints were almost always on time.

What was your primary form of communication with DianApps?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Their process for predevelopment and creation of user stories is well-defined and prevents future miscommunications. Additionally, their method of incorporating change requests in ongoing sprints gives them an agility to accommodate changing business requirements on the fly.

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

Improvement in initial QA of delivered functionality. All identified problems were rapidly fixed, but more internal testing would have saved time for the business users in identifying issues.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director of (a/an) Software

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Software Design and Development

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire DianApps to accomplish?

• App Design
• App Prototype Creation

SOLUTION

How did you find DianApps?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site

Why did you select DianApps over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit

What was the size of DianApps’s team?

2-5 Employees

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

Hired to design a mobile app prototype, including graphic and UX design for original elements. Final prototype presented on Figma.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Completed figma prototype
• Completed set of designed elements
• Fully designed logo

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

All items delivered within the estimated timeline, and the team responded quickly and efficiently during their working hours.

What was your primary form of communication with DianApps?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email
• Messaging App

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

Good work ethic, the team was cheerful and hardworking and was always willing to adjust work done in line with any feedback given. Their designers were talented, Prachi and Divyansh created some very impressive graphics and Prachi brought my logo concept to life beautifully.

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

The only area I would suggest that needs work is their English in the context of writing content; please note that if you use this company you will need to write and format any content, and to proofread anything written. However considering that the team is located in India and English will not be their first language I consider this a very minor issue. Overall very happy with the team and quality of work.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a director at a pharmacy software company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DianApps?

We hired them for software development.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

DianApps has built our web application. We created the infrastructure and architecture internally, and they've developed the bulk of the app, primarily front- and backend functionality and some integration work. They've also assisted us on the network and server side. 

Initially, we handed the team an overview document with feature and functionality items. From there, they created the functionality, we reviewed it, and we implemented and deployed the app. They've done various iterations of the app, adding different features and functionalities each time. Most of the time, we provide the wireframes. 

The web app's functionalities include patient booking, consent form-filling, and submission. The pharmacy can see the submissions and patient documentation on their calendar for any clinical service they offer. Patients can create their own accounts to access these services and see their results. For example, patients can submit assessments and reviews, and pharmacists receive them directly. 

What is the team composition?

We've worked with 4–5 teammates from DianApps, including Vikash (Co-Founder) and a project manager. 

How did you come to work with DianApps?

They reached out to us, and we gave them an interview. We hired DianApps because they had good software developers, and their pricing was good. 

How much have you invested with them?

We've spent around $200,000 CAD (approximately $148,000 USD). 

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them in January 2021, and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The app has been successful in the market, with over 10,000 patients using it to schedule pharmacy services. DianApps has delivered what they promised in terms of functionalities. 

How did DianApps perform from a project management standpoint?

They're good at project management, though it depends on the teammates working on the project. Therefore, we've made sure that we have a good team that delivers on time, so we've been successful in the delivery timeline. 

We use Jira for project management and Slack for communication. Additionally, we have daily meetings to check their progress. Internally, I also log information into a spreadsheet. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

I'm most impressed with DianApps' skilled and talented teammates. The quality of their development staff is really good and has surpassed our expectations. Moreover, we appreciate their flexibility in providing us with good development backing; when there's an issue, another developer within DianApps will step in. 

Additionally, their understanding of the project is great. The project manager understands our needs and allocates resources with our priorities in mind. They work with me to ensure that the team meets deadlines. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

Since I'm very detailed-oriented, I like to have everything perfect within the app, and I've noticed small mistakes. However, the team fixes these mistakes; they're so small that they're not an issue. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Interview the developers and ensure you can communicate and work well with them. Moreover, assess their skills to ensure they match what you need.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the former technical services manager for a veterinary service provider.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DianApps?

We engaged DianApps to build a web application to help us plan events with our veterinary business and farming clients. We wanted them to build a custom program to accommodate all our needs.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

First, we collaborated to define the project scope and determine the application’s core features and functionality. After a lengthy scoping process, the DianApps team moved to the design phase, where they outlined the application’s look and feel. 

built the application from scratch and customized it using AWS and other tools. Then, we expanded the project scope to include additional features, and the team delivered the final product. 

The final product is a web-based event planning application that incorporates multiple user profiles and features an internal messaging system. It can also be accessed via tablet. Even though they’ve completed the app, we’re currently working on performance testing. In the future, we plan to engage DianApps to create a mobile version of the app for iOS and Android. 

What is the team composition?

We’ve primarily worked with two project leads. 

How did you come to work with DianApps? 

We found DianApps through an internal referral. They worked with our company on a different project, and our team was impressed with their development speed. The previous project also helped solidify their knowledge of the animal health sector, which made us confident in their ability to build the application according to our needs.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve invested about $300,000 AUD (approximately $203,000 USD). 

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together from April 2021–September 2022. We’re still working together on performance testing. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

DianApps has executed a successful build and exceeded my navigation and functionality expectations. Our goal is for the app to help manage day-to-day service planning and product positioning, and DianApps has enabled the app to create reports to help drive this initiative. Secondly, we want to ensure that customers find the app acceptable and useful in assisting them with on-farm planning, so we’re looking forward to testing that feature. 

How did DianApps perform from a project management standpoint?

DianApps has followed the project scope and vision very well. The project lead who helped us with the scope was terrific; they had a lot of foresight into our needs and were skilled at troubleshooting. Our development project lead has also been fantastic. They’ve led the development team behind the scenes, and we’ve enjoyed only having to communicate with two points of contact. 

During the development phase, they worked in two-week sprints, which enabled us to perform user acceptance testing (UAT) in between each delivery. It took the team some time to understand the application and its intent, but their speed picked up as they ramped up their knowledge. They beat the overall timeline that we set during the scoping process. Overall, they completed a total of 11 sprints and delivered results more quickly than we expected, which was great.  

They’ve been a very responsive partner, and working with them has been easy. We’ve used Google Sheets and Basecamp to manage the project. Additionally, we’ve used Zoom and WhatsApp to communicate, which has allowed us to overcome time zone issues.

What did you find most impressive about them?

DianApps has two core strengths: market knowledge and speed. Their unique understanding of the intricacies of the animal health sector has helped them identify gaps in our business and data structures. We’ve been impressed by their dedication to providing solutions and making valuable recommendations as issues have arisen. Ultimately, they’ve put their knowledge into practice to build an application that functions according to our specific needs. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

Since DianApps built the app so quickly, we didn’t allocate enough resources to perform UAT testing, but that’s not an area for improvement since it was on us.  

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

I recommend investing the time to scope the project and determine your application’s functionality. Be diligent and thorough during the scoping phase, and troubleshoot as much as possible. Also, be prepared to put the work in during the development phase because DianApps works very quickly.