디비컨설팅 | Divii Consulting

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the President of Sunreel

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

SunReel Media creates a diverse array of film, video art, and multimedia content, ranging from corporate promotional materials to captivating children's apps like "You and the Flying Squid," all while demonstrating our versatile production expertise.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Divii Consulting to accomplish?

• We hired Divii Consulting to develop and deploy our innovative children's app, "You and The Flying Squid," on the iOS platform, ensuring seamless user experience, efficient coding, and smooth performance using the Cocos2dx framework.

SOLUTION

How did you find Divii Consulting?

Referral

Why did you select Divii Consulting over others?

Pricing fit our budget, Great culture fit, Good value for cost, Referred to me

What was the size of Divii Consulting’s team?

2-5 Employees

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

Divii Consulting was tasked with developing the extensive and feature-rich iOS app, titled "You and the Flying Squid." The scope of work included the following key deliverables:

1. Development of an app containing four customizable in-app books, each with unique narratives and experiences tailored for children.
2. Implementation of Spine animations and interactivity to create an engaging and visually appealing user experience.
3. Integration of a mini-game within each book, providing additional entertainment and educational value.
4. Inclusion of a narration recording feature, allowing users to record and store their own voice-overs for the stories.
5. Avatar selection functionality to personalize characters within the app and foster a stronger connection between the story and the user.
6. Integration of iCloud storage and retrieval of narration recordings, ensuring seamless access and sharing across devices.
7. Support for two different languages, catering to a diverse user base and expanding the app's reach.
8. Adaptation of the app for various screen sizes, ensuring optimal display and performance on different iOS devices.
9. Twelve app upgrades to refine, enhance, and improve the overall user experience and features.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Divii Consulting's work on "You and the Flying Squid" app led to significant progress and success. The app was well-received by users and non-profit foundations, securing a grant from the New York Foundation for the Arts due to its high quality. Seamlessly integrating Spine animations, interactivity, and mini-games, Divii enhanced user engagement and retention.
• Their technical expertise allowed for exceptional performance across multiple devices, while realizing our artistic vision, resulting in a visually stunning and immersive experience. Divii meticulously optimized the app for various screen sizes, ensuring a polished appearance on all devices.
• Ultimately, Divii's commitment to meeting our technical and artistic requirements produced an app that resonated with our target audience, leaving us extremely pleased with their performance.

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

Divii's team consistently delivered items on time, even when faced with an initial tight deadline for a beta version needed to secure a grant from the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports of Spain. Their ability to adapt to our needs and provide guidance was invaluable, particularly as this was our first app development project. Instrumental in advising us on the best ways to create assets and the technology behind the app, Divii prioritized communication by making time for daily progress report emails and weekly phone calls. This ensured we stayed on track and aligned with the project timeline. Their responsiveness and commitment to meeting deadlines demonstrated their professionalism and dedication to our success.

What was your primary form of communication with Divii Consulting?

Virtual Meeting, Email or Messaging App

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

What truly set Divii Consulting apart was their multicultural, diverse, and talented team, which resonated with the spirit of our app and enriched our collaboration. Their exceptional problem-solving skills were apparent when one programmer encountered a challenge, and another team member would quickly step in to offer assistance. This collaborative approach ensured the smooth development of our vision.

Divii's expertise, combined with their ability to work within our financial constraints, made them a unique choice that we couldn't find with other companies in the US or Europe. Their commitment to delivering a high-quality product while respecting our budget made them stand out in the industry.

Are there any areas for improvement or something {provider_name} could have done differently?

Working with Divii Consulting, we faced the challenge of time differences between India and the US. Nonetheless, Divii accommodated our schedule, even staying late for video conferences when required. Their flexibility minimized the impact of this hurdle on our project.

A suggestion for improvement is better coordination across time zones, like assigning team members with overlapping work hours to streamline communication. This is a minor point, as Divii's dedication and adaptability already led to a successful collaboration.