DNA325

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm Director at Integrated Project Portfolio Management SaaS - PPM Express. We're a subsidiary of FluentPro Software Corporation with offices in Seattle (WA, USA) and our own development team in Ukraine.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DNA325?

We hired DNA325 to support our recruitment team in hiring new .NET developers. We needed a partner that would provide us with new, innovative ways of attracting a number of skilled candidates and then help us verify them.

SOLUTION

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

We were looking for a partner who will be able to provide us with highly skilled devs in Ukraine. At first, we decided to entrust DNA325 with a pilot project. They managed to deliver the project in 100%. After that, we decided to continue our cooperation, and DNA325 remains our recruitment partner till today.

Describe the project in detail and walk through their service package.

At the beginning of our cooperation with DNA325, we discussed both profiles during the online briefing. We agreed on 3 recommendations for each role. DNA325 sourced new candidates and provided us with recommendations based on our requirements. All candidates were well prepared for interviews with us and DNA325 kept them engaged during the whole process.

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

We worked with a dedicated Account Manager who managed the team of DNA325 recruiters. This person was responsible for tracking both processes and ensuring seamless communication.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the engagement that demonstrate progress or success?

We have cooperated with DNA325 for two months. During this time, DNA325 delivered us five recommendations for the .NET role and five recommendations for PowerApps. We think that our cooperation was successful because of an impressive number of high-quality submissions.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Our cooperation with DNA325 was very satisfying. We had weekly calls with our Hiring Managers and Account Manager from DNA325 to ensure efficient exchange of information. The Account manager always provided us with timely updates about both processes. During our cooperation, we always felt their determination and commitment in the entire process.

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

Hiring senior lvl developers that was hard to acquire proved DNA325 expertise and recruitment capabilities.

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

We had to dedicate some time to help them ramp up - it was well worth it in the end.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the founder and managing director of Kode Technologies, we build mobile apps for businesses and start ups in the UK

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DNA325?

Recruiting of technical personell, developers, designers and project managers

What were your goals for this engagement?

Hire good people that would fit our skill requirement and be a good cultural fit

SOLUTION

How did you select DNA325?

After speaking to a few different companies I found DNA325 to be the most accomodating to our unique requirements wheras other providers had a more general approach. Throughout the selection process DNA325 was much more attentive to my questions and needs and even had better pricing so it was a no brainer.

Describe the engagement in detail.

They would select candidates that matched our profile, pre-screen them and write up a summary. From there I would select the candidates I want to interview and they would arrange. They took care of all communications with candidates, collecting technical tasks and helped with drafting contracts, NDA's etc when we selected a candidate.

What was the team composition?

I had an account manager that helped with everything day to day and also a legal advisor that helped with drafting contracts, NDA's etc

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the engagement that demonstrate progress or success?

Recruiting inhouse is such a resource and time consuming task and DNA325 made it a very easy process. They were quick to understand what we needed and gave us really good candidates, all employees that htye have brought in I have been nothing but pleased with. I have more roles to hire for and I wont think twise before selecting DNA325 - I am very happy and satisfied with the service they provided

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Very effective, they align their communications to what suited us so we never had any issues

What did you find most impressive about this vendor?

They were very organzied and kept on track and anything they said you could count on. The pre-screening process they had before referring candidates to us was also really effective and made sure that we were only spending time on considering serious and qualified candidates

Are there any areas for improvement?

To be honest I am very happy with how we worked together and working in the exact same way for the next position sounds perfect to me so no suggested improvements

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the CEO of Somplo Ltd. Somplo, is an Israeli based startup company that develop the ultimate Creative Management Platform (CMP), for Rich Media Advertising Campaigns, to Agencies and Brands.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DNA325?

We decided to open a marketing and R&D office in Odesa, Ukraine in January 2020, and we needed the professional team from DNA325 to help us to recruit the perfect local team. Also, DNA325 provided us not only recruitment solutions, but also HR management of the staff, agreements, contracts, salaries, vacations, and so on.

What were your goals for this engagement?

Our goal was to find a boutique recruitment firm that would understand our "Somplo DNA" and will be able to recruit a professional talented team, in mixed positions, quickly, and at good affordable salaries cost.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We met in person the management team in DNA325 and we felt confident that this is the right provider for us. They are professional and communicative.

Describe the engagement in detail.

A full recruitment process was done from identifying the need, describing the position, level of experiences, market salaries, and then sending us a talented CV's to go throw together, and deciding who to interview, later scheduling the interviews, followups, feedbacks, negotiation with the prospective employee and in the end even finalizing the contract agreement as well.

What was the team composition?

We had only needed to be in touch with one focal point in DNA325, the COO of DNA325, and this focal point operated the entire team of professional placement managers in DNA325.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the engagement that demonstrate progress or success?

We manage to recruit a team of R&D, marketing, and design to our local office in Ukraine, and we still work with DNA325 as a leading vendor for our ongoing recruitment needs.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

We would say the workflow was very good. There was quick and open communication. Everything was clear and transparent.

What did you find most impressive about this vendor?

Their knowledge of the market and personal service impressed us.

Are there any areas for improvement?

None, nothing in particular that I felt was missing for my company's needs.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

iSG2 Technologies (www.isg2tech.com) provides world class software and services to fortune 100 clients in the metals, automotive and energy sectors since 2002

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DNA325 ?

When our business needed to scale up in size, but also retain talent, we decided to move from the classical outsourcing model and be able to recruit the best employees in the industry

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to develop a long term partnership with a company that would thoroughly understand our business and also help us gather talent that would meet both our current and future needs so we could focus on our core competencies.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

After conducting several interviews, we analyzed the analyzed, risks, benefits, costs, of self managing our team versus partnering. DNA325 put us at ease with their experience, flexibility, and desire to understand our specific needs in scaling up our business.

Describe the project in detail.

We started working with them in February 2019 and have been growing together since. DNA325 also provides HR consulting services to aid us in navigating the local market, accounting, and legal landscapes.

What was the team composition?

Valeria, COO at DNA325, serves as our account manager and the main point of contact. And we have a dedicated specialist fully immersed in our project. Recruiters and administrative personnel of DNA325 interact with our team directly on a daily basis.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We have successfully staffed our team with DNA325 in short order. Additionally, staff training and satisfaction have improved significantly. As a result of this relationship, we are more responsive to the dynamic nature of our customers' needs. DNA325 has helped iSG2 Tech grow more quickly.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

In a word: seamless.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We were impressed by their ability to quickly understand the timeline and requirements of iSG2's staffing needs. This allowed us to target staff augmentation quickly. And the quality of candidates gives us confidence to grow even more quickly in the future.

Are there any areas for improvement?

There have been a couple small gaps in non-operational areas. For instance, we could solidify reporting and review of objectives and efficiency more often.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the VP of human resources at Wyzoo, which drives direct marketing and industry marketing decisions by leveraging artificial intelligence and human intelligence.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DNA325?

Wyzoo opened an office in Ukraine and we needed help identifying talented individuals to join our team. Our recruitment efforts primarily center on data sciences staffing (data scientists, data engineers, and data analysts). 

What were your goals for this engagement?

We wanted to identify a trusted partner who would intimately understand our business and then be able to identify talent that would meet both our current and future needs. As an early stage startup, it’s imperative that our partner prioritize integrity and accountability. They should also be bold enough to challenge our current thinking and push us to be a better company.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We interviewed several possible partners. DNA325’s due diligence convinced me that their goals aligned with ours. I presented them to my executive team and had no concerns that they would win approval. I appreciated that they listened attentively as we discussed our needs.

Describe the engagement in detail.

The scope of their services primarily centers on recruitment. As a startup, we’re starting from scratch with our efforts. If we need to open a search, DNA325 first helps us to develop the job description and measurements of success. Valeria (COO, DNA325) offers her insights and assistance at every stage. Once we identify a candidate of choice, they then help us create offer letters and agreements. DNA325 also provides HR consulting services to aid us in navigating the local market HR, accounting, and legal landscapes. 

What was the team composition?

Valeria serves as our account manager and the main point of contact. There is a team of individuals working on our behalf as well.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the engagement that demonstrate progress or success?

DNA325 is keeping pace with our expectations, which is not easy to do. They maintain a focus on priority roles and deliver candidates that match our desired criteria. They understand the nuances of each role and present candidates for consideration that are on-target with our needs. They’re quick to communicate concerns about the pipeline and generate ideas that could yield greater results. 

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Communication happens on a regular basis and in a structured, organized manner. Valeria and I have a standing weekly meeting to identify needs, address changing priorities, discuss sourcing strategies, and discuss candidates in-process. This ensures that everything moves forward as it should. When I have concerns or ideas, she quickly communicates these things to her team of recruiters.

We also exchange emails throughout the week and DNA325 is extremely responsive. They make it hard for us to remember that there’s a seven hour time difference between us. They work very hard to respond as quickly as possible to all questions and emails. We can count on their team to work late as needed.

What did you find most impressive about this vendor?

DNA325 truly listens to and understands our needs. They treat our business as if it were their own. Valeria is so insightful, responsive, and results-oriented. It’s an absolute delight to work with this team.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No areas for improvement come to mind.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the president of an outsourcing and technology consulting company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with DNA325?

We needed to build a business development department to expand the company and take it to the next level.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

DNA325 educated us on the concept of business development, explaining how it should be structured. Then, they helped us recruit and mentor people and groom them for our goals. They also helped us draft paperwork, develop KPIs [key performance indicators], and different types of contracts. They provided coaching mentorship for our office in the Ukraine. They also helped with sales and provided documentation. Overall, DNA 325 helps keep the department going in the right direction.

How did you come to work with DNA325?

I’ve known Julie [CEO, DNA325] before the project. During a conversation, we realized that they might be able to help us. We considered other organizations for building our business development department, but DNA325 gave us the most valuable advice at no charge.

How much have you invested with DNA325?

It’s a sizeable, ongoing engagement.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them in September 2016 and have been working together since.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Could you share any evidence that would demonstrate the productivity, quality of work, or the impact of the engagement?

We were able to acquire new clients for our company. Right now, we are in the process of hiring 3–4 more people.

How did DNA325 perform from a project management standpoint?

The fact that we keep doing business with them speaks for itself.

What did you find most impressive about DNA325?

They are fully engaged in our project. We see how they try hard helping us and taking us to the next level. That makes DNA325 stand out from the crowd.

Are there any areas DNA325 could improve?

Nothing except I wish them to grow and while doing that maintain the same level of dedication to their clients.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of Impactable

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Impactable is a b2b LinkedIn ads agency.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire DNA325 to accomplish?

• Find talented marketers to help fill our staffing gaps

SOLUTION

How did you find DNA325?

Referral

Why did you select DNA325 over others?

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

How many teammates from DNA325 were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

As a fast-growing marketing agency, we were looking to build a team in Ukraine and needed help finding talent in different channels to join our team and help our agency scale. They have been so helpful in bringing us an amazing talent that fit our exact needs and even great culture fits with our team. Because of our partnership, we've been able to roll out additional segments of our busienss and improve client performance.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We've had 5-10 amazing new hires join our team and have helped our business thrive.

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

VNew thread for each candidate, very responsive, and takes feedback well.

What was your primary form of communication with DNA325?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The quality of the candidates they provide continues to impress me.

Are there any areas for improvement or something DNA325 could have done differently?

None that I can think of

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm CTO @ clevergig the #1 planning software for growing agencies

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DNA325?

We were looking for local partners who could help grow our technical team. We needed to strengthen our team with a few middle-senior level developers in the shortest time possible.

SOLUTION

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

We selected DNA325 because of their loyal conditions and high level of IT recruiting expertise.

Describe the project in detail and walk through their service package.

We gave them the following positions to work on:

• iOS Engineer
• Android Engineer
• Ruby Backend Engineers

Within the first week of work, we started getting candidates.

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

DNA325 assigned an account/project manager to work on my project, who communicated with me and coordinated the work of the recruiting team from DNA325.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the engagement that demonstrate progress or success?

The DNA325 team provided us with an excellent candidate in the first week of work, to whom we subsequently made an offer.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Our communication with the PM took place on an ongoing basis, we were also sent weekly reports, and always had up-to-date information.

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

I am impressed by their flexible communication, work efficiency, and high recruiting standards.

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

nope, everything is perfect

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the HEO of Trisk.io Trisk is a no-code software that allows you to easily automate workflows, communicate with clients and colleagues, manage projects, collect data, and more...with 100% security!

This isn’t another out-of-date software that you won’t ever use. We are focused on relentless innovation and building features you actually need.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DNA325, and what were your goals?

We had significant growth in the development, and as a result, the testing phase became a bottleneck. In a short period, it was crucial to find a skilled QA engineer who could quickly learn the existing software and adjust to the corporate culture and meet high-end standards.

An overheated market gets things much more complicated than expected at first glance.

SOLUTION

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

DNA325 already closed so many positions for us in the past with the proven level of engagement and quality, so there was no doubt that they could solve our immediate issue quickly.

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

DNA325 did a great job during the prep steps, such as collecting the preliminary data/information by asking the right questions. We've been receiving filtered candidates who meet the requirements from the job spec. It is enormously crucial for the business because it does save a tremendous amount of time.

All interviews happened on time and with full support from the DNA325 team, starting from schedule negotiation and till the final feedback.

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

DNA325 assigned the specific project manager who became a funnel of the entire project. As a client, we didn't need to worry about every little aspect of the process. We had one point of shake who addressed all the inquiries questions.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Simple. On-time. Clean and super easy.

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

DNA325 is available almost 24/7. But the good part is that their team can manage time properly and concerning the client schedule. The communication was efficiently made via email and separated threads per candidate, making the process significantly standardized and more accessible for us as the customer.

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

They do a pre-screening process! Simple, excellent, and efficient process!

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

As a wish, they have to scale up the team. To make more clients happier :)

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm a CEO of Cliqbird Company

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire DNA325?

As a marketing agency, we widely use CRM to track sales and automate parts of our sales process. The CRM we used wasn’t flexible enough, and we felt the need to tailor it to our evolving needs using its API. That is why the need to find the right developer to build a suitable solution for us arose.

The DNA325 team helped us with this. And it exceeded our initial expectations. They provided us with a good flow of candidates for the role to choose from, and that turned out to be more cost-effective, compared to performing hiring ourselves. Working with DNA325 was a good solution for filling a niche position within a tight timeline.

SOLUTION

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

I discovered, after talking to several different companies, that the DNA325 best matched our requirements.

Describe the project in detail and walk through their service package.

Our company is in a growth phase right now. We decided to expand our development team and DNA325 helped us perfectly!

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

Alex, Executive Director at DNA325, serves as our main point of contact. Also, we were in touch with the PM and a couple of recruiters.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the engagement that demonstrate progress or success?

Thanks to the efforts of DNA325, we hired suitable candidates who successfully passed the probationary period and is working on the project now.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Everything went smoothly. Most of the important questions were resolved even before the search process started. They provide weekly reports. I think our communication process is pretty effective.

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

They are an experienced team of IT recruiters who are well versed in the technical side of the IT sphere. They know how to recruit TOP engineers.

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

I think everything was top-notch.