Futured

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am in charge of software development at Golden Gate CZ which is a company offering precious metals savings plans.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We wanted to provide our customers a mobile application they can use to manage the portfolios they have with us.

SOLUTION

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

We contacted a few vendors that were recommended to us by our network of contacts and asked each one to submit a proposal to us. We thought the Futured's one had the highest quality to price ratio.

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

We provided Futured with an access to our web application and sent them requirements document containing which features of the website version we would like to be available through the mobile app as well. After they came up with the first designs, we had review calls to refine the final wireframes which were subsequently implemented.

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

I've been mainly in touch with the project manager, the designer, and the lead developer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

A mobile application had been long time pending for us, often requested by our clients. Since the launch 1 month ago we received a lot of positive feedback. The app has been downloaded over 2 500 times so far.

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

We had weekly status calls with occasional e-mails in between. The project manager always made sure I had the latest update on the progress.

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

The designs were delivered through Figma which made it very easy to get the idea how the app is going to feel like once developed. This was especially the case when the on-the-phone clickable prototypes were built by Futured for some specific parts of the app. They designed and developed at quite a fast pace.

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

There is always room for improvement no matter what we do. What's great about Futured is they are proactive about gathering feedback and looking to improve their communication and processes for the furutre. After the first phase of the project we had a retrospective meeting where all the project's participants had a chance to express themselves.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Managing Director of Hyperinzerce (company Inzeris)

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We needed to develop a mobile app for the most extensive online marketplace in the Czech Republic where customers can sell and buy quickly and conveniently with a few clicks. It needed to be a modern, timeless and easy system for creating the offers and their administration.

SOLUTION

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

We were looking for a well-experienced team that already has a similar project in the portfolio. The Futured team was able to deliver just what we needed in the time that was predetermined concerning the upcoming marketing campaign – we only had three and a half months. Moreover, they came with new ideas for the app as well.

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

The team had divided the project into four complex parts, which they proposed solutions. The moment all the observations were incorporated, the team started with the work.

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

The project manager (who is also a QA) was assigned to me and my team and was the primary contact during our cooperation. In total, two designers and two developers were working on the app with the occasional help of few other developers.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Within three and half months, the app was released. The team created a great app with features a modern app should have. As a shopper, you can search the app by categories, keywords, and even item distance. You can also sort the offers by price and the time seller added them. The app is an easy system for creating offers and their administration.

 The application also offers a simple messaging system where you can easily communicate with the buyer or seller directly.

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

Since we didn't have much time, the team came up with a proposal to make the process more efficient. We dealt with technical and business issues at Slack, where we were in daily contact. The team worked closely and resolved the topics and problems instantly. The app was delivered in time.

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

We were a demanding client, and the Futured team delivered fantastic results. We are glad that we have chosen them as the supplier, and I believe that our cooperation does not end with the release of the application, but on the contrary, it begins.

Further development of the application and possibilities awaits us, and we will be happy for long-term cooperation with the Futured team.

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

After delivery, we had a common meeting where we discussed the process. There is nothing for me I would change, cooperation was professional, but also full of ideas and inventions from the supplier's tear.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the founder and CEO of the Gastromapa platform.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

I wanted to develop a mobile app for foodies to access my gastro tips from their phones while traveling. I needed to find a way not to spend much time creating content yet still adding significant value.

SOLUTION

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

Futured team reached me. They didn’t like the way the online Gastromapa looked. They tried to find a review of a specific place on my Facebook page, but it took time, and it wasn’t their choice when already hungry. They offered app development. Moreover, they are pros – well experienced in the gastro segment. How could I say no?

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

We had few meetings, and I was amazed by the team's proactiveness. They tailored the solution for me and my needs. They found a way to still publish reviews on my Facebook page but with tags and hashtags insert them into the app.

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

The project manager was assigned to me and was the primary contact during our cooperation. In total, two designers and four developers were working on the app.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Within three months, the app was released. The team created a super-user-friendly platform that was easy to use and easy to update from an admin perspective. Based on reactions on social networks, people simply love the mobile Gastromapa, and it’s already been downloaded by more than 100 000 users. It won several app awards.

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

I received daily updates and we have valuable meetings. The app was delivered in time.

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

Their mobile app development skills, proactiveness, and creativity blew me away. They were in charge of every step, and they walk me through the whole process.

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

No.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the mobile application team coordinator for Skoda Auto a.s., a car manufacturer in the Czech Republic.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Futured?

We needed someone to build a mobile application for us.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Futured developed a mobile app from scratch for iOS and Android. They also built web pages for administration on the backend.

The app shows how large our luggage compartments are. It includes an animation that teaches users how to load their baggage, as well as a tool that allows users to estimate if their baggage will fit inside by inputting its measurement. The app also recommends how to effectively load the baggage, suggesting positions for each piece.

What is the team composition?

We worked with five people: Jana (Project Manager), Lukas (CEO & Art Director), an Android specialist, an iOS specialist, and a teammate working on the backend.

How did you come to work with Futured?

We opened a vendor page about the project. Out of the five qualified companies, Futured had the best presentation, so we hired them.

How much have you invested with them?

We had spent 1 million Czech koruna (approximately $47,000 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together from January–June 2019.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We conducted QA after accepting Futured’s code, and we neither had complaints nor did we find anything that needed fixing. We also tested the pilot version among our employees before sending the app to our production team, where it was incorporated into a bigger application.

How did Futured perform from a project management standpoint?

Futured was cooperative and performed well once they learned our internal system. We used Jira and Confluence for the project.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Futured is a growing company with a young and friendly team that used agile processes. Working with them was easy, and they made it simple for us to add graphic proposals and implement changes on the app.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They could improve their ability to adapt with different work systems. However, once we explained our system to their team, they performed better.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Futured’s team is supportive, and they will help make the partnership become smooth and functional. They’ll deliver the product, even though they have a small team.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I am a co-founder and CEO of Nesnezeno. We are a mobile app company that is fighting food waste.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Futured?

We were looking for someone to develop our mobile app.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Futured is working on an existing app, as we had another developer before. The app is developed for both iOS and Android. 

When restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores have leftovers at the end of the day, they can use our app to sell these leftovers at a discount. Our users can buy cheap food and avoid food waste at the same time.

What is the team composition?

We are working with about seven people. 

How did you come to work with Futured?

Lukáš (CEO) asked us if we would like to partner with them. I knew their company and that they built good mobile apps, so we arranged a meeting — that’s how we started working together. 

How much have you invested with them?

We have spent about €100,000 (approximately $119,000 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

The partnership began in about January 2019 and it is ongoing. Futured has a small share in our company, and we are still developing the mobile app.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The cooperation is very successful. We have received a lot of positive feedback and good publicity. People like the idea that we are fighting food waste with our app.  

How did Futured perform from a project management standpoint?

We have a lot of meetings because we are in the same city. We also communicate through Slack, email, Messenger, and video calls. They are very good at meeting deadlines. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

I really like the CEO’s ideas. He has good insights about how to build the app. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

I can’t think of any. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

You should present your idea and talk about it with them. You can brainstorm with Futured. I’d recommend them.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Wandera provides a unified cloud security solution to protect this new way of working. We secure your data and devices against cyber threats, help you apply policies to filter internet access and reduce risk exposure, and enable zero-trust access to all your applications. We believe in making security simple. This is why we created a unified offering, managed through a single console and supported by the broadest range of ecosystem integrations.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Futured?

Futured helped us to develop mobile applications on Android and iOS that we are going to use for internal and external validations of our new product offering. We continue cooperating on MacOS app development too.

What were your goals for this project?

We required and on time delivery of a functional set of applications that we could use to validate or backend development efforts. The main challenge was in the network area, SSO authorisation and working on UX together.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We looked at various options and Futured was favourable because of a very good response to our initial needs and proximity with our own teams - reside in the same office building.

Describe the project in detail.

The applications authorise using SSO and when connected to our backend they provide a high speed VPN services on a pre-selected set of domains.

What was the team composition?

We worked with Android, iOS developers and cooperated a lot on the UX, UI.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We achieved functional prototypes in a very short time. The final set of applications have been very stable and easy to use. We iterated a lot on the UX, UI part and Futured came with a very good design and usability options.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

This was very smooth. Helping each other, direct access to developers to agree on our needs. They were very willing to help and we integrated them with our teams easily.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Level of cooperation, very good and quick technical outcome.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Nothing significant really.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CMO and co-founder of Grason, a restaurant recruitment platform that specializes in finding temporary staffing.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with The FUNTASTY?

The local restaurant market is missing talented workers for permanent positions. We hired The FUNTASTY to develop a mobile app that would inform others of new jobs in the industry. We wanted to engage with people who only use cell phones and not email.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Before starting the app, we had several meetings where we discussed the business. The FUNTASTY came up with the complete design and workflow, developing our iOS and Android mobile app from scratch. They also built a backend, via which we can control the app. We can track what is sent to users and which ones log into the app.

What is the team composition?

We worked with six to eight people.

How did you come to work with The FUNTASTY?

I previously worked with five or six IT development companies, but the engagements weren’t successful. A friend recommended The FUNTASTY. We were hesitant because they’re located in a different city. After seeing their ideas and approach in several meetings, we knew we wanted to work with them.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent over $90,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with The FUNTASTY in February 2018. The app launched in April 2018 and their team provides testing and maintenance support.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Over the last ten months, we’ve made more than 20 releases of the app. The FUNTASTY team is exceptionally agile.

How did The FUNTASTY perform from a project management standpoint?

Their team is young but smart. They’re fresh and have fantastic ideas. We communicate with The FUNTASTY though Slack and have daily standups.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I appreciate their work ethic during our releases. There are no significant bugs, and their team can fix any issues within a few hours. They do a great job with testing.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, there are none that I can think of.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Clients should let their team do the work. We had a few ideas, and their team was able to use them in a way that works with the app. The FUNTASTY knows the rules of app development and helps our business move forward.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the product owner of Jablotron Cloud Services. We develop Cloud-based mobile applications and web portals for alarms and HVAC systems.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire The FUNTASTY?

We engaged The FUNTASTY to help us develop an unfinished mobile app.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to finish the project within a specific timeframe and release it to the market.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We had worked with The FUNTASTY in the past and enjoyed their professional and constructive approach.

Describe the project in detail.

The app—built for iOS and Android—allows users to operate heating, cooling, and ventilation within a building. The FUNTASTY first analyzed the existing code and our project needs. They then rewrote parts of the app and finished the project.

What was the team composition?

We worked with a project manager, a UI/UX designer, a few iOS and Android developers, and several testers.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The FUNTASTY met our deadline. We’ve released the app into the App Store and Google Play and are now working on new functionalities.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The project ran smoothly from start to finish. We had daily stand-ups and regular face-to-face meetings to clarify open matters. We also communicated via Slack and Jira.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The team had an open-minded and personable approach. They always found solutions to our challenges.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I can’t think of anything significant.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the lead Android developer at a small fintech company called Rubicoin. We have two mobile apps, Learn and Invest. Learn is a small app, with a book-like format, with which we teach our users the basics and fundamentals about investing. Invest is our subscription-based flagship app, through which our team of expert analysts recommends stocks.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire The FUNTASTY?

We hired them for the development of our iOS and Android apps along with QA testing.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to launch the Invest product on Android and speed up our iOS development.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Our head of IT previously worked for them and vouched for their passion and the quality of their deliverables.

Describe the project in detail.

They worked to get our Android app for Invest on the same level as our existing iOS app. We then added a QA engineer from The FUNTASTY to our project, who has now been with us for over a year.

What was the team composition?

We worked with an Android developer and a QA engineer throughout the engagement. We also worked with an iOS developer on an occasional basis.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our apps have run smoothly, with a 99.85% rate of crash-free sessions over the last few months. We’ve also had very few support tickets from customers. Refactoring has helped us keep up to date with the latest technologies.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

We communicate through Slack, Jira, and Confluence, as well as Zoom for meetings. Our conversation through Zoom was always effective, and we stayed on top of implementation, scheduling, and fixes through our channels. Our in-house team had whiteboard discussions, drawing flows and edge cases, and we kept The FUNTASTY informed through Jira and Confluence. They hit almost all deadlines, and their QA engineer established an almost perfect QA flow.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They have an outstanding passion for IT, a sharp eye for detail, and they’re flexible. They never took development shortcuts. Their ability to take on changes fits well with our startup culture.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We had a few scheduling difficulties but resolved them easily.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of YIAMI - Animic S.r.l.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

we provide a proximity-based app designed to overcome social barriers and foster spontaneous interactions between nearby individuals, leveraging geolocation and shared interests, our goal is to transform every physical space into a safe and stimulating environment where users can easily meet their "DAYMAKER"—a person or an event capable of making their day better.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• design and develop the app

SOLUTION

How did you find Futured?

Clutch Site

Why did you select Futured over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Futured were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

1. Requirements Analysis and Design
Definition of Functional and Non-Functional Requirements: Creating detailed specifications for required functionalities such as geolocation, personalized profiles, and interest-based filters.
UI/UX Design: Developing intuitive, user-friendly interfaces to encourage spontaneous interactions with a design that fosters trust and connection.
2. Backend Development
System Architecture: Choosing a scalable architecture to support a growing number of users (e.g., microservices or monolithic, depending on requirements).
API Implementation: Creating RESTful APIs for communication between the frontend and backend.
Database Management: Configuring and optimizing the database to handle user profiles, interests, interactions, and geolocation data.
Integration with Geolocation Services: Connecting with external APIs (e.g., Google Maps or alternatives) to manage user locations.
3. Frontend Development
Mobile App Development: Developing the app using React Native, Flutter, or Swift/Java/Kotlin to ensure a cross-platform experience (iOS and Android).
Interface Optimization: Implementing a responsive and interactive design focused on simplicity and speed.
Push Notification System: Setting up a notification system to alert users of events or nearby people who could be their "DAYMAKER."
4. Security and Privacy
Data Encryption: Protecting user information and location data.
GDPR Compliance: Ensuring data is collected and managed in accordance with European privacy regulations.
Authentication and Authorization: Implementing secure login mechanisms (e.g., OAuth 2.0) and managing roles and permissions.
5. Testing and QA (Quality Assurance)
Functional Testing: Verifying key features like interest-based matchmaking and geolocation.
Usability Testing: Involving beta users to collect feedback on user experience.
Performance Testing: Analyzing the system’s scalability with load simulations.
Bug Fixing: Identifying and resolving technical issues.
6. Release and Distribution
testing the appa by way of testflight: Improving the app's visibility and ranking in app stores.
Post-Launch Monitoring: Gathering data on performance and usage to continuously improve the product.
7. Evolution and Maintenance
Regular Updates: Adding new features and optimizing existing ones.
Feedback Management: Continuously monitoring reviews and user requests.
Feature Expansion: Integrating new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to provide smarter "DAYMAKER" suggestions.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

WE are still testing the app, all tester are astonished by the quality of the work made by Futured. 

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

Futured's service is truly outstanding. The project manager has been consistently available and incredibly supportive in every single aspect of the project. Their technical team comprises extraordinary professionals who are always attentive and dedicated to transforming our requests into reality. They have gone above and beyond by providing invaluable advice, enabling us to implement the project flawlessly from every perspective. Moreover, their commitment to excellence is unmatched, as they have met every deadline on time without exception. Futured's workforce exemplifies professionalism, reliability, and expertise—it was truly a pleasure to collaborate with such a remarkable team!

What was your primary form of communication with Futured?

Email or Messaging App

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

the exceptional quality of the human capital, the internal organization, the way people discuss issuesl the respectful and kind relationship among workers

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

no so far