MANU:TEAM

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the CEO of teambuilding.com, we run hosted virtual and in-person team building activities for clients around the world.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire MANU:TEAM, and what were your goals?

We wanted to create a custom Bingo card generator to use is events, and also on our blog for content marketing.

SOLUTION

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

We had 50+ applicants on Upwork. MANU:TEAM stood out because of their presentation as an agency, with many positive reviews, and it was also clear they had already read and understood the project paramaters.

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

The deliverable was a Bingo card generator packages as a WordPress plugin. The functions are primarily Javascript. The initial deliverable was the basic functionality, and then we did a final step where MANU:TEAM did some design adjustments and little fixes. It was especially important to me that the code was performance optimized.

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

There were three people.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The deliverable was great -- it was coded not only to specification, but with some small adjustments that show excellent judgement and perspective by the MANU:TEAM.

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

We communicated via Upwork's messaging platform. The communication was excellent, and even with a timezone difference the responses were quick and accurate.

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

MANU:TEAM understood what I was trying to achieve and made adjustments that were aligned with that goal. Also, they were very responsive with a few tiny fixes that were needed for the install/implementation.

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

Everything was great.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of a Digital Marketing Platform

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Our platform enhances online presence and boosts social media engagement through peer-driven popularity solutions.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire MANU:TEAM to accomplish?

• Overall Website/Wordpress/Elementor design and performance optimizing.
• Develop web app that that fetches social media posts, and connects to an external Api.
• Build a custom checkout solution including payment provider integration.

SOLUTION

How did you find MANU:TEAM?

Online Search

Why did you select MANU:TEAM over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fits our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from MANU:TEAM were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

• Prototyping: A functional web app prototype was developed, setting a solid foundation for the project. 
• Development: MANU:TEAM built the web app with Vue.js and JavaScript, ensuring a responsive front-end and a robust back-end via REST API. 
• WordPress Integration: The app was seamlessly integrated into the existing WordPress site, maintaining a cohesive user experience. 
• Custom Checkout: A new checkout system with secure payment integration and cross-selling was successfully implemented. 
• Optimization: Significant improvements were made to the website's speed and overall performance.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

MANU:TEAM provided exceptional service, demonstrating speed, efficiency, and a thoughtful approach. They skillfully transformed my Figma prototype into a fully functional web application, exceeding expectations by implementing strategic enhancements that added significant value to the final product.

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

Communication with MANU:TEAM via Upwork's messenger was seamless. They consistently responded promptly and proactively provided updates on the progress of the work. Milestones were not only met within the agreed timelines but were often completed ahead of schedule, showcasing their commitment to efficiency and client satisfaction.

What was your primary form of communication with MANU:TEAM?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

MANU:TEAM consistently demonstrated a great understanding of my requirements, understanding and executing complex tasks that were difficult to articulate, as if they could read my mind.

Are there any areas for improvement or something MANU:TEAM could have done differently?

I am extremely satisfied with their service.