Geniusee

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of a transportation software company. We create mobile ticketing apps that help bus companies issue fares to their riders. We simplify the ticket purchase process.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Geniusee?

We needed help with custom software development. We came in with already established software, but we needed more manpower. Our challenge was to find a team that also possessed mobile app development expertise in natively written iOS and Android apps.

Another main challenge was that we needed a particular project management style that could break projects down into smaller, easily digestible components.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We partnered with Geniusee to scale up our development team and create added value. Onboarding them took a week. Basically, we retained our core development team and relied on Geniusee for several portions of our development process that needed refinement.

We worked hand-in-hand with them to create a custom white-label platform for several of our end clients. In addition, their team worked with us on developing the apps. Geniusee’s team also assisted in some design work; they helped us design the UI.

What is the team composition?

We worked with five of their teammates, including a project manager, senior developers, and standard developers. We had a couple of their teammates rotate out depending on our needs.

How did you come to work with Geniusee?

We contacted several firms but finally decided on Geniusee. We found them on Google.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent close to $50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together from late 2022–May 2024.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

They got us to a really good stage where we could release an app in a matter of months. We thought we would be out in six months, which cut our development time by 50%.

We deployed successfully and went from nothing to over 10,000 daily active users, which was a pretty big deal for us. There were a few little bugs here and there that we needed to work on and migrate through, but nothing too crazy.

How did Geniusee perform from a project management standpoint?

Geniusee’s project management was great and experienced, making working with them easy.

Their project manager set things up for us, which was very helpful. He attended calls alongside the developers and would split up tasks between team members using Asana. He introduced us to agile methodology and helped us set up a Kanban board to track the progress of each project. This way, he helped us set up these chunks of work that needed to be done. He was a core part of the team.

The project manager was always in communication with us. We would go back and forth to better understand how to work with them. So we met with them three times a week to share status updates and questions, assign tasks, and review any blockers. To sum it up, we used Slack and Zoom to communicate. This would be a really high-level overview of the process.

Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?

Bohdan, the project manager, was very helpful. He was easy to work with and very flexible. Serhii was also a great developer and an excellent problem solver. He worked very quickly. Ilya was another great developer who helped us quite frequently. I also want to give a shout-out to Pavlo, a backend developer who helped us get things going.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Geniusee’s responsiveness and ability to scale up and down were impressive. They showed great flexibility by scaling as our requirements changed.

Moreover, they were easy to figure out and available to chat almost any time of the day, which we appreciated since we had periods of time where we were waiting on our clients and partners to get back to us with details and didn't have work. All of this assisted us with costs, which was also important and helped us a great deal.

Are there any areas they could improve?

It was on our end that we really needed to figure out things, like what our project requirements were. We needed to iron out some client communication, but that was more on my end than anything. It was just about getting the client up to speed and ensuring they understood the scope of work, which we needed to take responsibility for.

It was totally fine, I don’t have any complaints or issues. I truly enjoyed working with them, and things worked really well.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

It’s really important to have a good and robust onboarding process to minimize delays in development down the line. Focus on making your onboarding process very robust to avoid hurdles later on.

Ensuring the team is onboarded is crucial to the success of the working relationship. Geniusee needs to feel good about their work and have their questions answered. That’s something your company needs to invest time in upfront.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the founder of a stealth startup. We're building software that intersects fintech and AI, resulting in a selling solution to investment managers.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Geniusee?

We were trying to stand up the first version of our software.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Geniusee has worked on multiple fronts of our software. We initially came to the team with a blank slate, and they've worked on project management, UI/UX design, front- and backend development, and DevOps. We've partnered with Geniusee to chart and execute our roadmap.

Geniusee is building a web application for us. We've been prescriptive about some of the frameworks we want to use. Geniusee develops on Azure and Databricks, using Python on the backend and Material UI on the frontend. The team also uses Figma for design. We've asked Geniusee to use flexible, modular, and easily iterable frameworks.

What is the team composition?

We work with a designer, a business analyst, a relationship manager, a frontend engineer, a backend engineer, a DevOps engineer, and an AI engineer.

How did you come to work with Geniusee?

We found Geniusee through a referral. Given the stage we're at, referrals are worth a lot.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent between $25,000–$50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in August 2024, and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The quality of what Geniusee has built is high. All the components we've seen work robustly, even when there are changes around them. The team has been great in using the frameworks we've requested. I'm happy with Geniusee's work, and the entire team has been excellent. Geniusee has been exceptionally flexible given the early stage of our company. We can be chaotic and dynamic with a lot of changes. The team has worked with us to keep services right-sized, lean, and focused. Geniusee was hungry to work with a company at our stage, and we appreciate it.

How did Geniusee perform from a project management standpoint?

I operate on a requirement basis with Geniusee. I manage the AI work, and the team is self-directed in the software engineering tasks. Geniusee is very communicative. The team manages numbers exceptionally tightly, which is essential to me. Geniusee's ability to keep a budget has been exceptional, and their agility to develop under budget constraints is excellent. 
I get frequent touchpoints and contact. We talk multiple times a week, and we use Slack a lot. We also use video calls for higher bandwidth conversations. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

Geniusee's ability to be dynamic and flexible is impressive. We cold started in August 2024, so things change constantly. The team's willingness to pivot and agility in that process while managing a budget has been exceptional. Geniusee stays focused on the important things for the business in a dynamic environment.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I can't think of anything Geniusee can improve on — I’m extremely happy.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

I recommend engaging with Geniusee early on in your software development. Creating a shared context of what you’re building is essential. Some software developers want to engage when the requirements are fleshed out, but you can engage Geniusee before the requirements are fully fleshed out. The team is very helpful in crystallizing the granular development tasks. You can engage with Geniusee early before you even have all the clarity yourself.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the co-founder of a company that creates study tools for high-stakes exams in North America.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Geniusee?

We needed help with custom software and website development.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Geniusee has been responsible for developing our website and software from the ground up. The team has built our front- and backend systems. We had several old WordPress websites, and Geniusee consolidated them into one using a design we created. One site at a time, the Geniusee team has migrated our old websites into the new product. The team has guided us on what technology stack to use and how to approach everything. They’ve also helped us with animations.

One of the website’s features is called game challenges. These are mini-games in which students answer questions in a fully animated game, and whoever gets the highest score wins a prize at the end of the week.

What is the team composition?

We’re currently working with around 16 members of Geniusee's team.

How did you come to work with Genusys?

We found Geniusee on Clutch. They had good reviews, and we got a good feeling with them. We interviewed a few other agencies and narrowed our options down to three. Geniusee took the most personalized approach. 

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent between $1 million–$9 million.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in January 2023, and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Geniusee has saved us a lot of time. In one year since we switched from the old site to the new site, our product revenue has grown by 60%–70%. We’re also a lot more efficient. Before working with Geniusee, it took us around a month and a half to fix a bug, while Geniusee fixes them in less than 24 hours.

How did Genusys perform from a project management standpoint?

Geniusee delivers work on time and within budget. We primarily use Jira and Slack for communication.

Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?

I’d like to give a shout-out to our QA teammate.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I've worked with other agencies, and, in comparison, Geniusee is very organized, and they always get back to us right away. For example, I needed statistics on how many users were using a feature on the site, so I reached out to Geniusee. This was the first time I asked for these specific metrics, and Geniusee gave the full metrics. They do their best to go above and beyond.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I can’t think of anything they can improve on because they've done such a good job. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Trust what they say. Geniusee is the real deal and they are very experienced.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m an executive at a small education technology company. We provide schools and academies with software tools that control students’ internet access. The policies are defined by the academies, schools, teachers, or parents. We also provide classroom management services where teachers control their students’ computers during class.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Geniusee?

Our solution is hosted in the cloud, and we have several cloud providers, mainly AWS and Google Cloud Platform. To administer this infrastructure, we need DevOps services, so we hired Geniusee to provide them.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Geniusee provides us with DevOps services and manages our cloud infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform and AWS. Initially, we described to Geniusee what we needed, which was one mandate per day. The team provides a resource to help us administer the cloud, including maintaining our infrastructure, servers, and nodes and supporting us in urgent matters. They also develop new scripts for automation when needed.

What is the team composition?

Initially, we had two resources working part-time. Now, we have one one DevOps engineer for four hours per day. We also have the support of their project manager, but we only meet for one hour per month.

How did you come to work with Geniusee?

I wasn’t involved in looking for DevOps services. That was my boss’s responsibility.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent a little below $100,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in March 2023, and the engagement is ongoing. We'll work with Geniusee for at least 3–4 more months. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Geniusee is very good at managing our infrastructure; we haven't been disappointed. We measure success by the time it takes for Geniusee to solve our problems or execute tasks. Typically, it takes them 1–3 days to complete a task, which is reasonable. We’re satisfied with their work. 

Compared with other contractors we've worked with, Geniusee is also very good at communication regarding spoken English and documentation. The team provides us with detailed graphs. Overall, we've had a good experience with Geniusee. 

How did Geniusee perform from a project management standpoint?

We have daily 15-minute calls with them. They’re quite responsive. Our developers sometimes also need their help. We now have a process in place, and whenever there’s a request for Geniusee, we receive an immediate answer for when they can address our needs. We use Google Meet to communicate.

Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?

Maxim does a very good job. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

Geniusee has good DevOps skills and knowledge of what’s available on AWS and Google Cloud Platform. They also speak very good English. Our company's CEO is very satisfied with Geniusee's work.

Are there any areas they could improve?

There’s nothing I can think of for them to improve at the moment. We’re satisfied with Geniusee.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Insist on documentation and reporting at the beginning of the partnership. I had to remind Geniusee about this aspect a handful of times; the team has understood and now provides reporting and documentation. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Head of Data of Financial Edge

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Financial Training

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Support development and enhancement of our training and data platform

SOLUTION

How did you find Geniusee?

Referral

Why did you select Geniusee over others?

• Great culture fit
• Referred to me
• Technical skills/experience

How many teammates from Geniusee were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Collect and organize financial data for European companies to publish on our online learning and data platform. This included:

• Using API's from a number of different sources for data retrieval and subsequent data cleaning 
• Testing and implementing mapping rules to organize the data into more usable/searchable buckets
• Use of AI to translate data in foreign languages and to provide summary information about the data

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Write code which collects and updates company data in sync with the underlying data sources
• Ensure that all data collected to our databases is clean, maps to appropriate categories/buckets and is appropriately titled 
• Ensure that company data has unique identifiers to allow us to link up data from different sources

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

• Constructive and collaborative approach to problem solving
• Responded positively and constructively when changes were made to the project requirements
• Rigorous and systematic approach to testing 
• Deliverables were made on time and to a very high technical standard

What was your primary form of communication with Geniusee?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The team had more than just strong technical, data engineering skills - they really understood what we were aiming to achieve, so they could be very proactive about problem solving and recommending improvements. There was also a very regular, open dialogue throughout the project. 

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

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the CEO of a legal AI-powered tool company.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

AI-powered tool for law enforcement that streamlines report generation, enhances accuracy, and ensures legal compliance.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Build MVP

SOLUTION

How did you find Geniusee?

Online Search

Why did you select Geniusee over others?

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

How many teammates from Geniusee were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

System design, UI/UX, DB/BE setup, login, admin panel, dashboard, notifications, reports and registers.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our primary measurable outcomes for this project were focused on early user interaction and feedback to validate the product's core concept. Key metrics include user engagement and retention rates, indicating our MVP's ability to meet user needs. Feedback volume and quality provide direct insights from users, informing necessary adjustments and enhancements. 

Additionally, tracking feature usage has helped us identify which aspects of the product are most valuable to users. The speed of launching the MVP has been critical for quicker user feedback integration. Finally, the team's ability to quickly pivot as customer feedback came in mid-development has been amazing.

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

Excellent. The project management exceeded all our expectations, we were well informed with weekly meetings, slack messages, and emails. The project was delivered on time and under budget.

What was your primary form of communication with Geniusee?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Geniusee's commitment to customer satisfaction and flexible project management are very impressive. They offer various engagement models to suit different client needs, whether it's complete product delivery or augmenting an existing team. 

Their technical proficiency and dedication are further demonstrated by their proactive approach to staying ahead of all tasks and resourcefully pulling in extra support when needed. The Geniusee team has exceeded all our expectations and we hope to work with them again in the future.

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

None, we had a perfect experience overall.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Project Manager of Zap Media Group

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Zap Media Group is a dynamic digital agency specializing in web and app development, innovative branding, and creative print and digital design solutions, dedicated to enhancing the digital presence and success of businesses.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Build profession application for web and mobile
• Research and present different options for building application
• Setup backend admin dashboard to manage application

SOLUTION

How did you find Geniusee?

• Referral
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Geniusee over others?

• High ratings
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Geniusee were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

Project Title: Torah Lectures App Development 

Project Overview: Develop a multi-platform app for Torah Lectures, including iOS, Android, web, and admin sections. Users can access daily lectures, follow topics, save notes, and receive notifications. 

Key Deliverables: 

• iOS and Android apps with user-friendly interfaces. 
• Web app for desktop and mobile. 
• Admin section for content management.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• App Downloads and User Engagement 
• Content Consumption 
• Server Performance and Uptime 
• Admin Section Efficiency 
• User Feedback and Reviews

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

Geniusee has been an exceptional partner throughout our project. Their project management is top-notch, consistently delivering items on time and with the highest quality. They have shown a remarkable ability to respond to our needs promptly and effectively. Working with Geniusee has been a pleasure, and their dedication to our project's success is evident in every aspect of their work!

What was your primary form of communication with Geniusee?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

What truly set Geniusee apart was their unwavering sense of responsibility coupled with their remarkable ability to provide creative solutions. They took ownership of the project's success and consistently went above and beyond to address challenges with innovative ideas. The exceptional combination of responsibility and creativity made our collaboration a standout experience!

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

nothing specific

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Technical Prodcut Lead of Event UK

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a payment bureau for the hospitality industry. We pay workers on behalf of our clients.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Azure & Azure B2C
• React web services
• Design

SOLUTION

How did you find Geniusee?

• Referral
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Geniusee over others?

• High ratings
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Geniusee were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Geniusee have helped us deliver some challenging work which we was struggling to accomplish.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Geniusee have been fantastic. They have a good team of clever individuals willing to help us deliver our goals.

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

I had the pleasure of working with an exceptional project manager on our recent project, and I cannot speak highly enough. She demonstrated excellent leadership skills, always keeping the team motivated and focused. Communication was a strong suit, with regular updates and clear instructions. They were adept at problem-solving, addressing any issues that arose with efficiency and creativity. 
Overall, this project manager played a crucial role in the project's success, and I would highly recommend their services to anyone seeking a skilled and reliable project manager.

What was your primary form of communication with Geniusee?

Virtual Meeting

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

The camaraderie and support among team members have made the work enjoyable, even during challenging times. I believe our team's strong bond is the secret ingredient to our success, and I look forward to many more productive and enjoyable projects together.

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

Weekly standup, although not always needed

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Project manager of Mind by Gab

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Software and mobile app development

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Improve algorithm
• UX UI design of wireframes of a POC

SOLUTION

How did you find Geniusee?

• Referral
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Geniusee over others?

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

How many teammates from Geniusee were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

The project aimed to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and overall performance of an existing algorithm for a high interval training platform.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

1. Improvement and accuracy 
2. Design outcomes 
3. Effective communication
4. High quality deliverables 
5. Business analysis

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

The quality of work delivered by Geniusee exceeded my expectations. The attention to detail, precision in coding, and thorough testing processes ensured that the final product was robust, reliable, and user-friendly. They went above and beyond to deliver a solution that not only met but surpassed my requirements. Their communication was clear, prompt, and transparent. 

They kept me informed at every stage, providing regular updates and addressing my worrieswith patience and clarity. Their professionalism fostered a collaborative and productive working environment.

What was your primary form of communication with Geniusee?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

I was particularly impressed with the attention to detail demonstrated by their team. They meticulously tested and refined the algorithm, addressing even the smallest of issues to ensure a flawless end product.

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

They are the best software development company I have worked with.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of Zebulon.ai, a software development company with a platform to connect mature people to meet and gather.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenges were you trying to address with Geniusee?

We wanted to outsource the development of our platform to a cost-effective partner that could deliver an enterprise-level quality solution.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Geniusee has been helping us with mobile app development for this task, using React Native, React.js, various databases, and a collection of sophisticated and scalable technologies.  We’ve started this process by discussing our requirements and highlighting and documenting user stories to develop wireframes and ensure we all understand what we’re looking for. 

What was the team composition? 

We’ve been working directly with a team manager and a product owner, who is our main point of contact.

How did you come to work with Geniusee?

We found Geniusee in online research and chose them among a list of potential after testing them through technical calls.

How much have you invested with them?

So far, we’ve spent $50,000–$100,000 for this project.

What is the status of this engagement?

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

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our partnership with Geniusee feels like more than just working with a service provider. They’re a professional team that treats us like partners that care about my project since they care about the product’s maintenance and support for further development even after its completion. Moreover, Geniusee’s team is very open-minded regarding our questions to ensure we’re comfortable with their work. Overall, they give us a lot of comfort and confidence in the fact that we have a solid and trusted partner behind us.

How did Geniusee perform from a project management standpoint?

Geniusee adapts to our requests and meets our deadlines within the expected budget. They’re also very transparent in their working hours. Their team is also responsive, available, and organized because we always know who’s working on what task.

Regarding communication, my team has daily stand-up meetings with them — we feel we have full access to their staff members. We also share a Slack channel to keep flowing and strong communication. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

We like that we can call Geniusee’s team to request further development several months after they finish a project, and they immediately start working on it again.

Are there any areas they could improve?

Geniusee is based in Ukraine, and despite the geo-political situation, their technology works, and they’re delivering what we asked them without problems, so I don’t think there’s anything they can improve on.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

I recommend working with Geniusee as early as possible. Give them as much information as possible and trust in their work so they can provide their smart, open-minded, and constructive work to help you meet your needs.