Encyphers

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the VP of eComemrce of a textile company.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

My company builds new materials and software to enable better textiles. It is best known for its first technology, a knit made from one of the world's strongest polymers, which has disrupted hosiery through impossibly strong pantyhose.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Build a headless architecture to improve site performance and scalability.
• Implement Shopify Plus for our eCommerce platform with custom functionalities.

SOLUTION

How did you find Encyphers?

• Referral
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Encyphers over others?

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

How many teammates from Encyphers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Encyphers was responsible for implementing Shopify Plus and headless architecture for SRTX. The project involved developing custom scripts for advanced "Add to Cart" features, building a custom Shopify app to streamline specific workflows, and creating an analytics app to track user behavior. Key deliverables included seamless integration between the headless frontend and Shopify backend, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The project led to significant improvements, including a 30% increase in site speed due to the headless architecture, a 20% boost in conversion rates with the custom "Add to Cart" features, and enhanced decision-making through the custom analytics app, which provided detailed insights into user behavior. 

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

Encyphers demonstrated excellent project management, consistently delivering items on time and meeting all deadlines. They were highly responsive to our needs, quickly adapting to changes and providing regular updates throughout the project.

What was your primary form of communication with Encyphers?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting

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

What impressed us most about Encyphers was their deep expertise in Shopify Plus and headless development, combined with their ability to deliver custom solutions tailored to our specific needs. 

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

Encyphers was outstanding overall.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an executive of MiRi Home & Living

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Online store selling cosumer household goods

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Build a website

SOLUTION

How did you find Encyphers?

Online Search

Why did you select Encyphers over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost

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

We hire Encyphers to build our company website. Deliverables included: 

• Customise the Shopify theme 
• Build a custom landing page for our flagship product 
• Advise on conversion tactics

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We are very happy with the website we were able to build with Encyphers. All the pages have been designed to our satisfaction and this allows us to operate our business smoothly.

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

I was assigned a project manager (Aafiq) and he was always very responsive through email. Responses rarely took more than 24 hours and if I had additional questions, booking an online meeting was always an option. They were very open to feedback and working with my specific needs and wants.

What was your primary form of communication with Encyphers?

Virtual Meeting

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

You have to give very specific instructions which sometimes was a little difficult because I wasn't clear on what I wanted myself but they follow instructions very well and are able to bring your designs to life.

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

Area of improvement for me would be trying to understand my needs a little bit better but that's mostly also on me being not clear enough. I think we spent a little too much time on certain things that could be done quicker.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Revitalize Energy

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We sell an energizing eye drop designed to treat screen fatigue

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Build our website from designs we had completed
• Redesign and optimize several pages of the new website
• Integrate with a subscription service

SOLUTION

How did you find Encyphers?

Online Search

Why did you select Encyphers over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from Encyphers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Primary goal is for Encyphers to implement the UI/UX designs provided by Revitalize and revamp the existing Shopify store to enhance its aesthetics, user experience, and overall performance. Encypher's team of designers and developers will work closely with Revitalize to ensure the successful implementation of the provided designs while optimizing the store for conversions and growth.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Complete redesign and implementation of new website. Increased conversion rate by 54% and increased overall traffic to our website by over 100%

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

They delivered items on time and quickly responded (usually less than 12 hours and never exceeding one business day.) We had nearly a dozen round of edits and every time their team implemented our requests rapidly without hesitation or protest. Even when we changed our minds and went back and fourth internally in terms of design, they still made every change we ask for in the final version, even after multiple exchanges.

What was your primary form of communication with Encyphers?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They laid out an entire project scope early on and then set deadlines within that project scope. All of those deadlines were hit and they consistently pushed for over communication meaning we were always on the same page regardless of where we were in the project.

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

There was nothing they needed to improve on.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the founder of a new luxury home fragrance company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

I hired Encyphers to create and launch my e-commerce website through Shopify. The goal was to get the structure and the navigation of the site complete, any apps integrated into the site, custom code, and all of my launch products listed.

SOLUTION

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

I reached out to e-commerce web designers that had experience with Shopify as a platform and had done other sites similar to what I was looking for. I interviewed three of them, and picked Encyphers based on a combination of factors.

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

We had three milestones throughout the project: A first draft - wireframes, layouts, theme integration, a second draft - a more detailed draft with placeholder photos and copy plus all features and apps integrated, and a final draft - a production-ready version that can be used for live traffic. All of the work was done on the Shopify platform including external app integration.

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

Aafi (Web Developer & Designer)

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The site launch was successful, and we had five orders flow through the site in the first day.

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

We used Upwork to message each other, answer questions, and discuss project details. We shared files and assets through Google Drive. We met using video conferencing through Google Meet. I felt comfortable with our communication style and frequency.

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

Aafi was very hands-on and made sure everything worked the way I wanted. He also provided recommendations from previous projects he had completed.

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

The project ended up delayed (because of me), but when I had everything ready for launch we had to rush to complete a few last-minute fixes to the site to make sure we met the new deadline.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m an executive at RV*n, a booking system that connects RV owners and property owners. Our customers can find RV rentals, sites, campgrounds, and storage units, all with online self-booking.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Encyphers?

We needed help building our website.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Encyphers built our website from scratch, including back- and frontend development. The project also involved the development of APIs. I gave them an idea of what I was looking for, and they put together a couple of proposals. From there, we built the site together, changing and deleting some aspects as we went. 

The team helped us add functionalities that enable individual landowners or RV parks to rent out whatever space they have for people traveling in an RV or camping, ensuring that travelers find a place to stay and that sites don’t get overcrowded.

Currently, Encyphers updates the site and makes necessary changes. They also help us with PPC and social media marketing.

What is the team composition?

I work with two people from Encyphers, though I mainly deal with the owner, who has a team behind him.

How did you come to work with Encyphers?

I talked to another provider who couldn’t do what we needed. Then, someone from Google sent us to Fiverr, where we found Encyphers. 

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in February 2020, and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Encyphers’ work has helped us promote our business and get our name out in front of people. Since our company is fairly new, we still have to get it to the general public. We’ve already seen an increase in signups to our service. Overall, Encyphers has been right on ever since our partnership began a little over a year ago.

How did Encyphers perform from a project management standpoint?

In terms of meeting deadlines and staying on budget, they’ve been 100% right on. In the beginning, we communicated through Fiverr until our agreement was complete. Then, we started dealing with Encyphers directly, first through a couple of phone calls, and now we mainly use email.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Encyphers’ patience, cooperation, and diligence have stood out.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, there’s nothing they need to improve at all.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

My advice is to be on your toes because Encyphers is good and quick and what they do, and you’ll need to do some research to get them some information. The Encyphers team doesn’t mess around; you’re paying them to do something, and they’re all over it.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner of ACME Homes. We sell windows and doors.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Encyphers?

We needed a new e-commerce website.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Encyphers has built a new, fully-functional e-commerce site from scratch using WordPress. The website allows people to purchase items, and it has a standard interface. We also included a blog to maintain the site active, and they’ve put on a call button at the bottom so customers can contact us easily.

What is the team composition?

We’ve only dealt with Aafaq (Co-Founder & CEO); he’s my point of contact.

How did you come to work with Encyphers?

I initially found them on Fiverr. I put up a request for web designers on the platform, telling my requirements and budget. I didn’t know the name of the software of plugins that I needed, but I knew what I wanted the website to do. In the end, I went with Encyphers because Aafaq responded to me and explained exactly what I needed. He was the only one who gave me information about the technology I wanted, which showed me he had the knowledge and was willing to share it.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent €2,500 (approximately $3,000 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in August 2021, and our relationship is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

In general, we’re satisfied with the look and feel of the website — it’s now more user-friendly. Also, they’ve incorporated software from one of our suppliers, which allows people to design their own doors and send us the design for a quotation. We’ve already gotten sales from a couple of people using that functionality. 

How did Encyphers perform from a project management standpoint?

How did Encyphers perform from a project management standpoint?

Due to COVID-19, our deadlines we’re extended without any additional charges,  Encyphers team always responds quickly and delivers the work on time. We typically message Aafaq directly, and he’s responsive.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They stand out for their product knowledge. I’d previously engaged with other web designers who had told me that what I wanted was impossible. When I asked Encyphers, not only did they know the answer, but they already had experience with those products and processes. It gave me a lot of confidence in using their services.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don’t think so. They’ve done a great job; I’d have no problem handing them over to somebody else.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Trust them. They’re experts at what they do; they’ll guide you through the process.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the General Manager of Chatterbox Wine Marketing

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

DTC sales and marketing

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Dynamics to Shopify Website Conversion

SOLUTION

How did you find Encyphers?

Online Search

Why did you select Encyphers over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Encyphers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

• Migration of a website from Dynamics to Shopify.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Excellent communication.
• Timely responses and very good work.

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

We aren't fully done with the project, but, we are in line with the agreed upon timeline.

What was your primary form of communication with Encyphers?

Virtual Meeting

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

I’m impressed with their strong communication skills and responsiveness to questions. 

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

None

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Co-Founder and Director of a business services company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a marketing and Business Consultancy company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Our goal was to optimize one of our Shopify sites for better appearance, easy navigation, and increased sales. Specific tasks included updating the font, highlighting free shipping, fixing product listings, creating a market schedule, adding a "where would you like to see us" section, and optimizing the site for mobile.

SOLUTION

How did you find Encyphers?

• Online Search
• Referral

Why did you select Encyphers over others?

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

How many teammates from Encyphers 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 was conducting a site audit, updating the font, emphasizing free shipping, fixing product listings, creating a farmers market schedule, adding a section for location suggestions, and optimizing the site for mobile. Key deliverables included a visually improved and functional website.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Measurable outcomes are progress by ensuring a visually appealing website, easy navigation, and a streamlined checkout process. Specific achievements included updated fonts, highlighted free shipping, fixed product listings, and improved mobile optimization.

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

Encyphers did effective project management by delivering items on time and responding promptly to our needs. they ensured a smooth and timely project execution.

What was your primary form of communication with Encyphers?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

What impressed us most was Encyphers' ability to swiftly address project's specific needs.

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

We had a positive experience with Encyphers, and no specific areas for improvement were identified. They effectively handled the tasks assigned.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of an Environmental Tech Company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a Dutch company that produces and sells air quality meters and home batteries.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Complete design and development overhaul of our Shopify store, focusing on user experience, product display, checkout process optimization, and localization for the Netherlands market.

SOLUTION

How did you find Encyphers?

Referral

Why did you select Encyphers over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fits our budget
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Encyphers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Upgrade our Shopify store for a better user experience, improved product display, smoother checkout, and customization for the Netherlands market. Key outcomes include a fresh design, better product presentation, and a streamlined checkout process.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

outcomes are increased user engagement reflected in higher conversions. Positive feedback on social media underscores the store's visually appealing design and proper functionality of store

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

they approached the project with professionalism, delivering it on time. Their impressive responsiveness to concerns made the overall experience excellent.

What was your primary form of communication with Encyphers?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Their professional project management and effective communication were notable.

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

I think they are good at their job