ECHIZH

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

MEGAWATT ENERGY LLC is the official supply of gas and electricity. We provide high-quality service for buying gas and electricity for business. We created a high-tech online system that is quick and clear for a buyer. Our head office is in Kiev, Ukraine. I`m CEO and founder of the company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We wanted to create a mobile application for our customers in addition to the web service. Main target was to have a tool using which a person can see all the expenses and bills in one-two clicks. We wanted to make the process of paying a bill easy. Aside from that we wanted to have a new chanal of informing users about our news and sending them marketing information directly.

SOLUTION

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

We contacted a number of potential contractors and had several meetings with them. We decided to work with Echizh as during the first 1-hour meeting with their team we received more answers and solutions to our needs than during a week of communications with other contractors.

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

Our backend engineers created Mobile App Requirements - a document that describes the work of an application and its integration with the backend. Then our frontend contractor with Echzh team participation created the design of the app.

The Echizh team developed the app during 6-8 weeks. As well they integrated it with our backend and frontend during that time. Finally, all together we tested all the features, fixed bugs and made a release in the App Store and Play Market. We used native languages for mobile apps for iOS and Android.

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

There were two developers, the Head of Mobile development department, and some participation of their designer. Their Project Manager and CEO were involved too.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We have ~1500 users of iOS and more than 1000 of Android after two months. That's really good. We also see that this channel of communication is much more effective than others.

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

We had permanent and direct communication with the whole team including developers chief of the mobile development department. We used common chat in messenger and zoom calls to coordinate our actions.

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

They were 100% involved in the project from the first minute of our dialog.

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

No, everything is OK. We plan to start another project with Echihz by the end of this year.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I`m Head of Ecommerce at Flagman company. We are the biggest in Eastern Europe online and offline store of fishing tools and equipment. Our head office is in Kiev, Ukraine. We have several hundred employees.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We have a lot of customers. And our marketologists decided to create a tool to have a permanent communication channel with our customers. First of all we wanted to work with existing clients and to create new experiences for them. Second task was to attract new buyers. So we decided to create a mobile application as no one of our competitors has it.

The main goal was to create an app in short terms because we wanted to launch it by the beginning of a new season. We also wanted to use our corporate design in the app and connect it with our online store.

SOLUTION

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

We created a description of our project and sent it to ~10 different companies. After receiving feedback we had interviews with each company and finally we took into account experience and price of the project of every company. We liked Echihz company the most. Their price was good and they had a lot of experience, so we decided to work with them.

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

We created detalized app documentation together with the Echizh team. 8 weeks were spent on the design stage and around 5 months on development. Right after launching the app we started the first update (adding a new language version).

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

There were designer, 4 developers, chief of Echizh mobile development department, project and account managers and one or two tests people.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We launched the app on time as we planned. I believe that is quite important as I know there may be delays with custom app development. At the moment we have more than 100 000 active users of the application. We increased the average check of the purchase. We can also quickly inform our customers about new or interesting products they may like. We also can inform them about discounts etc. using push messages.

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

It was fine. No doubts at all. We had permanent communication with their project manager, account manager and chief of the mobile development department. Designers and developers were involved in the communication with our specialists as well. Mostly we used phones and messengers or zoom calls

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

Echizh team had a lot of experience in e-commerce projects as they work with development of both apps and online stores. They had good ideas and advice about our project, and our team liked their involvement.

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

No. Everything was on a high quality level. Now we continue to work with Echizh company when we need or want to add something to our application.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the Projects lead in the advertising company Sigma

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We contacted echizh with several tasks at once, the completion of which would improve our service and convenience for users.

SOLUTION

How did you select ECHIZH and what were the deciding factors?

We chose the company very carefully, as we needed to find a web studio that would have an extensive portfolio with recognizable brands, the competence of specialists in the work and, of course, adequate deadlines.

It was also important for us that the ECHIZH company has 9 years of experience and approaches the creation of a web product in an integrated manner: from creating a website layout to promoting it with the help of a SEO.

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

The project implied the creation of a web service and a website for the campaign, which would help our company to attract more users and improve interaction with them on social networks. We set clear tasks for ECHIZH, which included: creating a unique website, a web service for uploading photos, a convenient system for publishing photos on social networks and the ability to choose a frame for a photo.

In addition, our company Kinder had a goal to preserve the original color and style, which also became a requirement in the development of design for the PC and mobile version of the site. It was important for us that the site was not only beautiful, but also workable, so that we set the task of performing a general optimization of the site. In the process, we got a website that has a simple, intuitive interface.

Our task of uploading photos to the service and choosing a frame was completed, the site worked perfectly, our corporate identity did not contradict the created design.

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

Project managers, programmers, graphic designers and seo specialists participated in the creation.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We were very pleased with the result of working with ECHIZH, since now we have a convenient photo service, and our participants win prizes on a pleasant platform and remain happy with the interaction with it.

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

We found the optimal pace for each other and were helpful in our work. We were informed on all issues of interest, which made the work transparent and understandable.

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

The strategy for performing the work left pleasant impressions after working with the ECHIZH and the fact that there were no difficulties in interaction and we got what we wanted initially, of course, we, as customers, really liked it.

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

We can only wish for the realization of even bigger projects!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the head of R&D Department at Benish GPS – the big international company engaged in up-to-date solutions for vehicles in order to provide them monitoring and protection. Benish GPS is the market leader in satellite security and monitoring systems in Ukraine with more than 150 people employees.

Among our clients there are largest auto-importers, dealers, insurance, pharmaceutical, leasing and FMCG companies and government institutions. Since the company's foundation, it's a part of Benish Group GmbH established in 1981 in Israel and now operating in 15 countries.

Global cooperation covers the spheres of car security and GPS-monitoring of cargo, personnel, and transport.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ECHIZH?

We wanted to make our B2B vehicles tracking service more comfortable for our clients. We had only the web version and decided to create a mobile application as well.

What were your goals for this project?

The main goal was to create a tool that can be useful for our customers on the one side and can give our service and company in general more competitive advantages.

SOLUTION

How did you select ECHIZH?

We made a research of app development companies and sent all of them busines requirements and technical specifications of our application. Then we selected several of those who offered the best price and had 1-2 live meetings with them to see if the team is really interested in our project.

Describe the project in detail.

We provided a detailed technical specification, which described all the functions and their details that we wanted to see in the application. In turn, the company Echizh suggested how to improve the interface, and what can be added.

While developing the app we had several changes in the project itself and faced some difficulties with API implementation but both our teams worked together and found solutions.

What was the team composition?

We have contacted three people from their team. CEO, project manager and designer. We didn’t work with developers directly. However, of course, we had accepted all the results at the sprint reviews and were always able to communicate with the software engineers when necessary.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The best outcome is our mobile application BeM2M. It is simple and easy to use. Everybody of our teammates likes it. And our customers are satisfied as well. Frankly speaking, I think we have one of the best apps for vehicles monitoring in the world nowadays.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

It was really quick communication. We had scheduled meetings in our office and also calls at any time when it was really needed. In addition, we had Telegram and Skype chat to solve issues asap.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

A huge experience in design and app development and was impressive. They saved us a lot of time. Project was done in term and we constantly received the necessary information about the development process.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We are completely satisfied with the work done by now. We hope to add new features to the BeM2M app in future. In fact, by now we have started and already finished one more app project with Echizh team.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Carrera Ukraine is manufacturer of designer appliances for space heating

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ECHIZH?

We wanted to have a website for our company. A website to present information about our company and products.

What were your goals for this project?

There were two goals. Firstly we wanted to give information about us to our potential clients and partners. Secondly we wanted to start sell our products and generate new leads through our site.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

This company was recommended to me a my business partner, his company ordered a new site from them earlier

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

We gave them descriptions of what we want to see and have on our site. They also had several ideas that we liked about how to improve our site compared with our competitors. The design stage took four - five weeks in general but we really liked what we`ve got at the end. The development took around six weeks. After the end of the project we have a website that fully satisfies our needs and expectations.

What was the team composition?

We contacted two people from their team. Project manager and designer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

I think the best outcome is our website https://carrera.ua/ . It is modern and comfortable in use. Everyone from our team likes it. Our first clients from the site like it as well. So I believe the project is successful.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Usually we had phone calls several times per week during the design stage. When developers started their work, the project manager informed us about the situation once a week.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They had a lot of experience in design, development and online advertising. It was easy to communicate with them.

Are there any areas for improvement?

It was our first experience so I don't have what to compare with but I am satisfied with this company. Next time we will definitely contact them if we need any web services.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of an electronics shop in Basel, Switzerland.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with ECHIZH?

We needed to update our Magento system.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

ECHIZH helped us prepare a new system. They made a transfer from Magento 1.9 to Magento 2.3, reinstalling multiple modules. They also provided SEO services. 

What is the team composition?

There were three people from their team involved. Our main point of contact was Boris (CEO).

How did you come to work with ECHIZH?

They were selected before I took over the project, so I don’t know how we found them.

How much have you invested with them?

So far, we’ve invested at least $30,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with ECHIZH in September 2019, and our work is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We give them daily tasks, and I check over their work myself. Everything’s been implemented as I wished.

How did ECHIZH perform from a project management standpoint?

We communicate via Skype, email, and phone calls. We don’t use any project management tools.

What did you find most impressive about them?

What I like most about them is their fast communication.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don’t think so. I have nothing bad to say about them.

Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?

I don’t have any specific advice. Clients should just go ahead and work with them. ECHIZH is good with Magento, they have good communication skills, and they work hard.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I`m co-founder and CEO at VamPromo discount service. We are a start up that offer new marketing possibilities to b2c sales business. Our company is situated in Kiev, Ukraine and have 12 employees at the moment.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ECHIZH?

We had an idea how to promote and advertise products and services in Instagram and Facebook by the customers. We encourage them to publish information of the purchase in their news feed and share it with friends providing a discount on the purchase. So we needed to create an application for iOS and Android to make our idea real.

What were your goals for this project?

The main goal was to create an app in short terms because we wanted to launch it till the end of 2018. The app had to be simple for any user to understand how to use it. And flexible for future updates.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

I send our app conception to several agencies for primary estimates. Echizh account manager gave me feedback very fast during several hours. The estimates were on the middle level but I liked their speed and real interest to our project.

Describe the project in detail.

Firstly we spend a week creating detalized app documentation. On this stage we were offered to use qr-codes scanning to make the process of using the app even simpler then we considered it to be. Design was finished and confirmed in two weeks. Apps were released in stores 70 days after the beginning of work.

What was the team composition?

Mostly I contacted with project manager and designer. I also had several conversations with Evgenii - Echizh CEO and founder about our business processes and how app can influence them. 3 developers were involved in app development and one for testing it.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Apps were launched within 3 months. Since then we have increased number of our clients and users of our app. We had feedback from users and even have made an update of the app based on it. I can admit that our users and our team are fully satisfied by app usability and design.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

It was extremely easy to communicate with project manager, team members and even CEO when we want to discuss any question. Mostly we used phone and messengers but it was not a problem to visit their office when we needed it. We used online services to track the project development. So I can tell they were very open to communication and our engagement to the app development.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The Echizh team is very open to collaboration with their customers. I liked the interest and involvement they showed before and during their work on our project. We always were given good advices about app development. They also provide good quality of services for acceptable prices. We also wanted our vendor to fully maintain and update the app in future and so we continue to work with Echish company in this field.

Are there any areas for improvement?

At this moment we are fully satisfied with Echizh work. So I cant tell we would like to change something.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

My name is Anna, I`m CEO assistant and I am responsible for business development and spreading in Khvilya zdorov'ya. Our company provide water delivery service for homes and offices. We have more than 40 000 corporate and private clients.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ECHIZH?

We decided to create a mobile application for our clients.

What were your goals for this project?

The main task was to create an application that will allow our clients to make an order for water delivery making only one clic in the application. We also saw the possibility of reducing staff expenses, and several other business issues. Some of them are already implemented and some we still work on.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We had good recommendations about this vendor and had made several meetings and discussions before choosing them.

Describe the project in detail.

First of all, the project is ongoing. We have started with minimum of functions to understand what our clients want to have and would the app itself suitable for us. During a year we`ve made several updates of the first version of the app. Step by step we add and improve functions that are important for our business.

What was the team composition?

Usually, we work with project manager. We also had several meetings with their CEO, designer and developers when it was necessary. 6-7 people all together.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

From the very beginning we saw that more and more our clients prefer to use app for ordering water instead of using website or calling to our managers. At the moment we almost fully automatized the whole order-delivery process. During a year we lowered our staff expenses into 60%. We also implemented bonus system with rewards for inviting friends to use our service and it gives first new clients.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

We worked using short splits to provide a new version of application to our clients, collect and process their feedback and create an improvement plan for next split. They were ready to start as soon as were finishing our part of work.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We got offers and recommendations from them not only about development, but also about promoting the app and promoting our services in common and about implementing the app into our business processes. They were fully involved in the cooperation, sometimes even more than our side.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We think Echizh fits our expectation about good mobile app developing company. This is why we continue to work with them.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the chief digital officer at Odlar Yurdu Sigorta Brokeri, responsible for adopting digital technologies.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ECHIZH?

We created a service where anyone could buy from the best insurance companies. We needed to develop the necessary web service. We wanted to help customers buy insurance without making any calls or visiting any offices. 

What were your goals for this project?

It's difficult to find a good insurance provider if you live in a small town or village. Our goal was to occupy this niche market before potential competitors capitalized on this opportunity.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We researched web development companies in our country, but their prices, portfolio quality, and understanding of our needs were unsuitable. Then we searched in Ukraine because their developers have a good reputation. We chose ECHIZH because they understood our idea best and proposed smart solutions.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

The whole project took almost half a year because of government registration and law requirements. We used a scrum methodology to implement user feedback and make our product as comfortable as possible. Now, we use ECHIZH developers for technical support and ongoing implementations.

What was the team composition?

We had front- and backend developers and a project manager. I usually worked with the project manager but spoke directly with their developers for technical questions. We also had several conversations with their CEO.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

We launched the project several months ago and have updated and improved it several times. At the moment, we're the only service that matches customers with the best insurance providers in several minutes. We're satisfied with the web service and our progress.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

They arranged our project around a scrum framework, and we interacted several times a month. We weren't entirely comfortable without personal meetings, but we felt involved. We saw exactly how they implemented our ideas.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They were interested in the development and improvement of the project. They offered a great ratio between quality and speed.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, we were satisfied with ECHIZH. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the IT manager at YourLogistics, which provides a full range of logistics services for international freight transportations by sea, air, and road.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ECHIZH?

ECHIZH developed and implemented a new mobile application architecture for our company. We continue to engage them to maintain and update our application.  

What were your goals for this project?

We hoped to produce a mobile application that would help our customers.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We met with several companies following a request for tenders. We discussed the project details and cost with each team, but we selected ECHIZH based on their understanding of the scope and their promise of a fair price.

Describe the project in detail.

Our application is available on Android and iOS and is built to obtain all sorts of information about our customers’ cargo. Using the mobile app, our customers receive around-the-clock updates without having to contact their manager.

What was the team composition?

We work with five members of their team.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

After two months of working together, our clients successfully started using our application. We are still working to improve the app by refining its existing elements and by adding new functions.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

We managed to have a productive workflow, which yielded quick results.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

ECHIZH’s team completes their tasks on time, finds quicks answers to our questions, and has a transparent pricing policy.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No. At this point, we are completely satisfied with their work.