EBS Agency

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co-founder of XY Digital Agency

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

IT outstaffing solutions for USA, EU and UAE.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire EBS Agency to accomplish?

We got a senior PHP resources for our client

SOLUTION

How did you find EBS Agency?

Online Search

Why did you select EBS Agency over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget

How many teammates from EBS Agency were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

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

Project Duration: 3 Months

PHP Development Deliverables:

• Backend Development: Build the core backend functionality using PHP (Laravel or core PHP). This will include user authentication (admin and student roles), course management (create, edit, delete courses and lessons), and student progress tracking.
• API Development: Develop RESTful APIs for handling data communication between the frontend and backend (if necessary).
• Database Integration: Implement a MySQL database to manage users, courses, lessons, and tracking data. Include necessary data models and relationships.
• Admin Dashboard: Create backend logic for the admin panel, enabling content management (courses, quizzes, student records) with PHP.
• Student Dashboard: Develop backend functionality to serve dynamic data to students, such as enrolled courses and progress tracking.
• Payment Integration (if applicable): Implement PHP-based integration for payment gateways to allow course purchases or subscriptions.
• Testing: Perform unit testing and integration testing for all PHP functionality.
• Security: Implement security measures, including data validation, encryption (e.g., bcrypt for passwords), and CSRF protection.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

It was an outstaffing project, we included EBS's developer to our client's project for 3 months. The agreement was for 3 months and our client was satisfied.

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

It was an outstaffing agreement, little to know management was required durinng the project duration.

What was your primary form of communication with EBS Agency?

Virtual Meeting

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

They were flexible in terms of pricing.

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

None that I can think of

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the President of Crystal Rain Distillery, Inc

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Crystal Rain Distillery is all about crafting top-notch distilled spirits, from vodka to whiskey and everything in between.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire EBS Agency to accomplish?

• I hired EBS Agency to accomplish specific goals related to my online presence, such as creating a professional and functional website that reflects my brand identity and supports my social media efforts to engage with customers and drive business growth.

SOLUTION

How did you find EBS Agency?

Referral

Why did you select EBS Agency over others?

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

How many teammates from EBS Agency were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

The scope of work with EBS Agency included several key components aimed at establishing a strong online presence and enhancing customer engagement: 

Website Development: 

• Design and development of a professional and visually appealing website. 
• Integration of essential features such as navigation menus, contact forms, and interactive elements. 
• Optimization for mobile responsiveness to ensure a seamless user experience across devices. 
• Incorporation of content management systems (CMS) for easy updates and maintenance. 

Brand Identity Integration: 

• Incorporating brand colors, logos, and visual elements consistently throughout the website. 
• Ensuring the website design aligns with the overall brand image and messaging. 

Content Creation and Optimization: 

• Collaborating on content creation, including writing engaging copy, creating visuals, and selecting imagery that resonates with the target audience. Optimizing content for search engines (SEO) to improve organic visibility and attract relevant traffic. 

Social Media Support: 

• Providing support and guidance in developing social media strategies aligned with the website and overall business objectives. 
• Integrating social media links and sharing functionalities on the website for seamless social interaction.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The outcomes from working with EBS Agency have been excellent and clearly demonstrate progress and success. Our website traffic has significantly increased, leading to a notable rise in leads and conversions. The social media support they provided has boosted our online engagement, resulting in a growing follower base and higher interaction rates. 
Overall, EBS Agency has helped us achieve measurable outcomes that have positively impacted our business growth and online presence. I highly recommend their services for anyone looking to enhance their digital footprint and achieve tangible results.

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

Based on my experience with EBS Agency, their project management was exceptional. They consistently delivered items on time, adhering to established timelines and milestones throughout the project. Their team was proactive in communication, providing regular updates and promptly addressing any concerns or questions that arose. 
In terms of responsiveness to our needs, EBS Agency was highly attentive and responsive. They were receptive to feedback and made adjustments swiftly to ensure our requirements were met. Their level of professionalism and dedication to meeting our needs contributed significantly to the success of the project. 
Overall, I was impressed with EBS Agency's project management approach, timely deliveries, and responsiveness, which made the collaboration smooth and productive. I would certainly commend their commitment to client satisfaction and effective project execution.

What was your primary form of communication with EBS Agency?

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

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

What impresses me most about EBS Agency is their attention to detail and commitment to understanding our specific needs. They took the time to delve into our brand identity, goals, and target audience, which resulted in a website and social media support that truly resonated with our audience. 
Their ability to combine creativity with a strategic approach was unique and led to a solution that not only looked great but also delivered tangible results. Additionally, their level of professionalism, timely communication, and dedication to client satisfaction set them apart as a reliable and trustworthy partner.

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

EBS Agency demonstrated excellence in every aspect of our collaboration. Their project management was impeccable, delivering items on time and exceeding our expectations. Their responsiveness to our needs was outstanding, and they showcased a deep understanding of our requirements from the outset. 
I found their attention to detail, creativity, and professionalism to be top-notch, making our experience with them truly exceptional. I would highly recommend EBS Agency to anyone looking for a reliable and talented partner for their digital projects.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the President/CEO of WGN Flag & Decorating Co.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a full-service flag, flagpole, & sign/banner company that has been serving Chicago and the world since 1916.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire EBS Agency to accomplish?

• Revamp Website

SOLUTION

How did you find EBS Agency?

Referral

Why did you select EBS Agency over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from EBS Agency were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Revamp company ecommerce website, fix existing issues, and modernize all ecommerce aspects of the company.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Usability and feel of the website, functionality, create custom product integration, set up shipping parameters

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

Doina and her team worked tirelessly to create, modify, update, and revamp all aspects of the site that we requested. They met every deadline they set out for, typically only having to wait for me or my team to review and give proper feedback. All requests and feedback were taken to heart and worked on/fixed immediately.

What was your primary form of communication with EBS Agency?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They were very fast to respond and addressed major issues immediately. Any problem I've encountered, they have been right there to help.

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

Beforehand communication could be improved. EBS would reach out long after making a login request (to our shipping account, virtual terminal, etc.) to let us know to forward them the details or to approve the login. Had I know ahead of time (even 10-15 minutes), I could have prepared and gotten them the information/approval they needed more timely. I don't want to be the one slowing progress down when I could have been fully ready to assist.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the COO of a metal service center called Osorio Metals Supply Inc. We sell structural steel and do in-house fabrication services.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with EBS Agency?

We hired them for their web development services. We wanted to completely rebuild our old website and make it accurately reflect the services that we provide. We also wanted to incorporate an e-commerce functionality to allow customers to purchase our products online.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

EBS Agency rebuilt our website with WordPress. They handled the entire process and implemented all the e-commerce features we requested, including a WooCommerce plug-in. Additionally, they helped us sync our QuickBooks POS system with our Webgility account, enabling customers to purchase any of our products through the site. 

What is the team composition?

We worked with two people from their side, but we were mostly in touch with their business development manager.

How did you come to work with EBS Agency?

It was through a recommendation.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent around $24,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked on this project from November 2020–August 2022.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

EBS Agency did a great job of building a very complex website for us. They dug really deep to truly understand our business and products inside and out, as well as learn how to use our POS system and integrate it correctly with different third-party platforms and technologies.

How did EBS Agency perform from a project management standpoint?

We didn’t stay on budget, and they failed to meet deadlines because of us. We kept delaying the process; for instance, whenever they asked us to review something, it would take us more than a couple of weeks to do so, which pushed the project further. We also wanted to add more items to the site, which led to additional costs.

For tracking tasks and sharing information, we used Google Sheets. For communication, we only used Zoom.

What did you find most impressive about them?

We really appreciated the fact that they went above and beyond to make our website work; any other web developer wouldn’t go that far or would have charged us more money. The team was also very professional, patient, and wonderful to work with.

Are there any areas they could improve on?

They could’ve worked a little faster, but that was understandable because our website was very complex; they had to do a lot of research.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

I definitely recommend working with them. They will really work hard to make whatever it is that you want out of your website.