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BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Our company - InStream Group - specializes in helping B2B companies to connect with their potential customers. As a marketing manager, I am responsible for our image online and making sure our inbound marketing is effective.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Applover?

Our website is an important source of information for our potential clients. Having said that, it is crucial that the page is always updated and that it complies with our current visual communication.

This was to reason to reach out to Applover and work together on the development of our website.

What were your goals for this project?

The main goal of our project with Applover was to design a couple of new subpages based on our needs and according to the types of content, we would like to share with our clients. The designs needed to be consistent with the brief, prepared with UX in mind, and aesthetically pleasing.

SOLUTION

How did you select Applover?

Having considered a couple of companies, we decided to work with Applover because basing on our introductory interviews we predicted our cooperation to be fruitful and the process leading to the finished project smooth.

Describe the project in detail.

We had several online meetups to establish common ground for the project. After talking about our needs, Applovers prepared the first visual concept for our subpages. We worked page by page, including feedback sessions and adjustments when needed.

What was the team composition?

Our contact was mainly moderated by the project manager on Applover's side. During our online sessions, we also worked with Applover's graphic designer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The biggest outcome of the project is our website that is updated and complies with our refreshed branding.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The workflow was impeccable. The appointed stages of the project were finished on time and communication was good.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Project management is one of the strongest sides of Applover.

We were left feeling that someone is always paying attention to our project and taking care of it even if for short periods of time we were not able to be as involved in the process.

Are there any areas for improvement?

The biggest area for improvement would be giving clients more freedom with choosing the graphic designer from their team that is the most compatible with client's style and vision.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

KBSR is one of the biggest notary firm in Poland. We provide various legal and notary services for our clients. I am a Managing Partner at KBSR.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

Applover was responsible for the development of our mobile application. The product allows our clients to contact us, schedule a meeting and provides access to all of the necessary documentation. The team was responsible for design and development of the mobile application, as well as integration with our employees’ calendars.

We wanted to build a functional and user-friendly mobile app, which allows us to work more efficiently and be closer to our clients. Our goal was to make it easier for them to use our services and schedule meetings.

SOLUTION

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

Applover approached and provided us with a reasonable offer. They did so at a time during which we came to the realization that we need a tool that will automate and smooth the process of scheduling numerous meetings and integrating various calendars. Moreover, their previous projects and understanding of our needs were huge advantages, so we decided to go for it.

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

Our project was to develop a mobile application that integrates calendars of over 65 employees of KBSR and allows our clients to schedule a meeting automatically with an employee. Applover team conducted a thoughtful assessment of our needs so the product could meet them all.

After writing out a specification of all the necessary functionalities and external integrations (like Google Calendar), they started the product design process. After the approval of all mockups of individual screens, presented by a UX/UI designer, they started the application development. The product is a mobile app so it was developed both for iOS and Android devices.

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

We started with 2 developers (1 Android developer and 1 iOS developer), Project Manager, the UX/UI designer and a QA Specialist. We were working directly with the team and the Project Manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The team’s design work aligned with our vision and needs. The mobile application looks and functions exactly how we desired it to. Overall, we’re really satisfied with the result and our cooperation with Applover. Thanks to their work, we can now work more efficiently and provide great value to our clients by being closer to them.

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

We cooperated 100% remotely and Applover’s managed to accomplish everything that was expected from them only by online consultations, calls, emails, Slack messages and Jira tasks. The Project Manager was really communicative, available for us almost 24/7. Their dev team is very knowledgeable.

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

Our cooperation with Applover’s team was successful. They delivered exactly what we needed and were very helpful and highly-engaged in our project.

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

Everything went smoothly. The project was delivered within the deadline and at the estimated cost.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the CEO of Steppie, tech solution that enables Insurer / Healthcare to sell products of the future. Through the use of wearables, Steppie brings telemetrics and data-driven risk management to the industry by introducing an easy and transparent way for policyholders and patients to gain back control over their insurance premium or health plan.

We were listed as one of the top fintech startups in 2020 by Business Insider.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

Applover was responsible for the design and development of our mobile app for Android and iOS. The product allows users to track and see how their healthy habits translate into prizes and discounts.

We wanted to build a functional and user-friendly application, that will promote a healthy lifestyle. For users’ comfort, we wanted to integrate our app with other health tracking applications so they can still use them as they liked to and treat Steppie as an extension that allows them to win prizes and gather various discounts.

Content is divided into several categories so every user can easily find what they are looking for. Our goal was to deliver all of that and educate people in an engaging and friendly way.

SOLUTION

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

We were looking for a reliable partner who would understand our vision perfectly and with whom our cooperation will just be smooth. Applover was recommended to us as meeting both of the requirements above. They delivered us with a valuable offer at a price we were able to accept.

We discussed our project thoroughly and then decided that we can trust them with our product.

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

Our project was to design and develop a responsive application for Android and iOS. We wanted the design to allow users to easily find everything they need. That’s why the layouts look modern and are associated with health due to blue hues -from navy blue to turquoise.

The team conducted a thoughtful assessment of what is required. Moreover, they provided several insights and suggestions that we found helpful. We wrote out a specification of all the necessary functionalities, and then they started the product design process. After all of the mockups of individual screens were approved, Applover team started the application development.

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

We worked with 3 developers, Project Manager, UX/UI designer, and a QA Specialist.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The design work aligned entirely with our vision and needs. The application looks and functions even better than we expected. We’re really satisfied with the result and our cooperation with Applover. With our new app, we are able to promote our idea more effectively and enlarge the number of users.

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

We worked remotely and Applover managed to accomplish everything that was expected from them through online consultations, calls, emails, Slack messages. All designs were provided in Figma so we could easily access them and provide the necessary feedback.

The Project Manager was highly communicative, engaged, and helpful. What is more, everything was delivered on time.

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

The Applover team delivered the product within the deadline. They advised us on the most important matters and shared their knowledge and market experiences with us. They were helpful and highly-engaged in our project from the very beginning.

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

Everything went smoothly. The application was delivered within the deadline and at the estimated cost. The team was highly communicative, and we were always informed of what they’re working on at every stage of the project.

We appreciated that they listened carefully to our needs and feedback. Our cooperation was highly effective, which was really important to us.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm an Account Manager at Cukier, a creative agency and we developed a website for one of our clients from the natural resources industry.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Applover Software House?

Applover was responsible for the design and development of our client’s website. The product allows users to get all of the necessary information and news in the photovoltaic and natural energy industries. It provides useful content in an engaging way.

The website displays various photovoltaic products divided into several categories. Every product page contains a product photo and description.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to build a functional and user-friendly website, which allows presenting various information and the company’s offer. Content is divided into several categories on the website so every user can easily find what they are looking for. Our goal was to deliver all of it to users in an engaging and friendly way.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Applover team delivered us a valuable offer at a reasonable price. We looked into their previous projects and decided that we can trust them. They also really paid attention to our needs when we sent them a product brief, which was a great advantage over other companies.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

Our project was to develop a responsive company website so it can promote its products online. We wanted the design to allow users to easily find everything they need. That’s why the website looks modern but provides all the necessary information for potential clients.

The team conducted a thoughtful assessment of our needs so the product could meet them all. Moreover, they provided several insights and suggestions that we found invaluable. After writing out a specification of all the necessary functionalities, they started the product design process.

After the approval of all mockups of individual screens, presented by a UX/UI designer, Applover started the website development. They introduced a lot of useful WordPress plugins so the website works efficiently and content is well-optimized.

What was the team composition?

We worked directly with 1 developer, Project Manager, UX/UI designer, and a QA Specialist.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The team’s design work aligned perfectly with our vision and needs. The website looks and functions even better than we expected. We’re really satisfied with the result and our cooperation with Applover. With the new website, our client is able to promote their business more effectively and enlarge the number of visiting users.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

We cooperated remotely and Applover managed to accomplish everything that was expected from them through online consultations, calls, emails, Slack messages.

All designs were designed in Figma so the client could easily access them and provide us with the necessary feedback. The Project Manager was highly communicative, engaged, and helpful.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Applover team delivered the product within the deadline. They advised us on the most important matters and shared their knowledge and experiences with us. They were very helpful and highly-engaged in our project from the start to the end of it.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Everything went as planned. The website was delivered within the deadline and at the estimated cost. The team was highly communicative, and we were always informed what they’re working on at every stage of the project.

We highly appreciated that they listened carefully to our needs and feedback and were able to change the designs accordingly. They were also willing to help us with smaller issues even after the project ended.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are a Polish Venture Capital fund with a capitalization of PLN 50 million, focused on new technologies - mainly software and martech.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Applover Software House?

Applover was responsible for the development of our website. The product allows our clients to contact us and provides all of the necessary information for our potential clients. The team was responsible for design and development of the website (mobile and desktop version).

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to build a functional and user-friendly website, which allows us to showcase our investments and present our venture capital. Our goal was to reflect our manifest and our vision in the designs and to make it easy to navigate the website.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Applover is one of our portfolio companies and the team approached and provided us with a reasonable offer. We know each other for a few years now and we knew we can trust them with our website. What is more, their previous projects and understanding of our needs were huge advantages, so we decided to develop our website with Applover.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

Our project was to develop a responsive website. We wanted the new design to reflect our brand values, manifest and our goals, and to stand out from the other websites from our niche. Applover team conducted a thoughtful assessment of our needs so the product could meet them all. After writing out a specification of all the necessary functionalities, they started the product design process. After the approval of all mockups of individual screens, presented by a UX/UI designer, they started the website development that is user-friendly.

What was the team composition?

We started with 1 developer, Project Manager, the UX/UI designer, and a QA Specialist. We were working directly with the team and the Project Manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The team’s design work aligned perfectly with our vision and needs. The website looks and functions exactly how we wanted it to. It has various effects that are unique in the industry. We’re really satisfied with the result and our cooperation with Applover. Thanks to their work, we can now present our website to potential clients and promote our business more efficiently.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

We cooperated remotely and Applover’s managed to accomplish everything that was expected from them only by online consultations, calls, emails, Slack messages and Jira tasks. The Project Manager was really communicative, helpful, and available for us almost 24/7.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Applover team delivered exactly what we needed within the deadline. They advised us on the most important matters and shared their knowledge and experiences with us. They were very helpful and highly-engaged in our project from the start to the end of it.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Everything went as planned. The website was delivered within the deadline and at the estimated cost.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Signium Poland specializes in Executive Search assignments for C-level and upper management positions in the CEE region as well as provides clients with Assessment Center services. I am a Senior Researcher and Recruitment Specialist at Signium.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Applover Software House?

Applover was responsible for our web application version of our solution. The product allows us to research and manage the database of the candidates. The team was responsible for the design and development of a web application, as well as data migration from the old database.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to build a functional and user-friendly web app, which allows us to work more efficiently while searching for the right person for the given position.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We knew Piotr Sędzik, COO of Applover, and knowing him, we decided to trust them with our project. They have provided us with a reasonable offer and we’ve decided to cooperate with Applover. Their previous projects and understanding of our needs were their other advantages that have convinced us.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

Our project was based on developing a new database of potential candidates for the C-level and upper management positions. It was crucial for us to migrate the data from the old database, as well, because there were a lot of valuable records.

The web application contains the database and allows us to work with it effectively. We need it to be easy to work with as most of our team has a lot of work and we wanted it to be as helpful for them as possible. Applover was building the web app from scratch and right now all the data is migrated as well.

What was the team composition?

We started with 2 developers (1 on the front-end and 1 on the back-end), Project Manager, the UX/UI designer and a QA Specialist. We were working directly with the team and the Project Manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The team’s design work aligns with our vision and needs. The web application looks and functions exactly how we want it to. The code was clean and bug-free. Overall, we’re really satisfied with the result and our cooperation with Applover. Thanks to them, we can now work and recruit more effectively as we have the perfect tool for it!

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

The Project Manager was really communicative, available for us almost 24/7. Their dev team is very knowledgeable. We were able to track our development tasks constantly. For daily meetings and sprint-planning sessions, we used mainly Google Hangouts.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Applover Software House’s team delivered a high-quality product and made for a swift and professional collaboration. We had a great experience with Applover; they went above and beyond to deliver what we needed, were helpful and highly-engaged in our project.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Everything went smoothly, the project was delivered within the deadline and at the estimated cost.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the CTO of a company based on innovative technologies in healthcare. We provide AI technology for fast, convenient, around-the-clock prevention, as well as diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of diseases.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Applover Software House?

Applover was responsible for our mobile app version of our solution. The app allows you to schedule and perform tests in medical facilities near your location and analyse the results. The team was responsible for the design and two mobile platforms - IOS and Android.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to build an MVP and test it with our current clients. After completion of this stage we needed a partner for future development and maintenance.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We had worked with them before and we were impressed. We did interview a couple of other providers, but we already knew what Applover was capable of. They won the bid over more affordable offers, because we had a chance to test them to ensure that they were the right fit.

Describe the project in detail.

Our system allows you to order tests quickly and easily, receive the results and get their interpretation. The application saves your results in one safe place.

The application allows you to perform the necessary tests in a medical facility located near your location. The clear interface of the test catalog allows you to find for a test by name, type or location. In the catalog, you can quickly compare the cost of testing at various facilities.

Applover was building the app from scratch and right now is adding new features.

What was the team composition?

We started with 4 mobile developers (2 on IOS and 2 on Android), Project Manager and a QA Specialist. We were working directly with the team and the Project Manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The team’s design work aligns with our vision. The app looks and functions exactly how we want it to, and we’re really happy with that. The code was clean and bug-free, with the potential to scale it up in the future.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Their Project Manager was really communicative, available for us almost 24/7. Their dev team is very knowledgeable. We used Jira and Confluence to track our development tasks and Slack for communication. For daily meetings and sprint-planning sessions, we used mainly Google Hangouts.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They delivered a high-quality product on time and made for a swift and professional collaboration. We had a great experience and vibe with Applover; they went above and beyond to deliver what we needed.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Maybe more consistency on the project management and scheduling, but our current project manager from Applover has been great.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the founder and CEO of Amino App Technology. We provide a mobile app for on-demand personal training.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Applover Software House?

I needed someone to build the app that my business is based on from scratch.

What were your goals for this project?

I wanted to create a user-friendly booking system for personal training clients. It needed to be visually appealing and intuitive.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

I researched several app developers in various countries, but none of them had the right combination of quality, communication skills, and pricing. Eventually, a colleague referred me to Applover. Following an initial call and visit to their offices, I decided they were the right developers.

Describe the project in detail.

I already had a concept and general structure in mind. They worked on everything, from creating screen mockups and user journeys to developing a fully functional MVP. The final iOS and Android apps feature architecture they developed, as well as payment integrations they introduced. They also designed and coded my website. I’ve since retained them for ongoing development work.

What was the team composition?

I worked with a project manager, a frontend developer, a backend developer, and several graphic designers, web developers, and app developers. The front- and backend developers each changed once after the majority of the work was done. Overall, it was a well-managed team with clear lines of communication.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The app is doing what it was designed to do. It's user-friendly and intuitive, and clients are very happy with it. I have yet to get a negative response from a user, excluding those surrounding minor bugs. We were also nominated for Best Fitness App 2018 by Men’s and Women’s Health Magazine. Although we didn’t win, Applover definitely delivered.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Despite the long distance, it was very smooth. We communicated daily via Slack and arranged Skype calls when necessary. They were very responsive (even on weekends). We utilized Trello to manage the development workflow, which was very helpful, and there was no language barrier whatsoever.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their youth and enthusiasm were outstanding, but communication was the true highlight. I’ve heard horror stories surrounding communicating with developers, but this wasn’t the case at all.

Are there any areas for improvement?

They could be more proactive in suggesting their own thoughts/ideas. Although I was clear about what I wanted, I was always open to new ideas regarding any aspect of the apps. This isn’t to say they didn’t do any creative problem-solving when we faced issues, because they certainly did. 

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the CEO and co-founder of Node Capital, a data science company that brings analytics to the cryptocurrency market.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Applover?

We needed some programs and algorithms coded into a web-based platform.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

The solution is proprietary but focuses on automatic trading and data analysis. Using Ruby on Rails, they created a platform that allows us to use inefficiencies in the cryptocurrency marketplace to produce a profit.

What is the team composition?

We have one main project manager who we go to if there’s ever any problems or concerns. They delegate the work to a lead developer and the rest of the team.

How did you come to work with Applover?

One of my co-founders found them online. We sent them an RFP and they came back with a proposal. We decided to work with them based on their past work, and how well it matched our current needs.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent $15,000 to date, but it will end up being closer to $20,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them in February 2018 and we're expanding the scope of work to a new stage.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The solution is very reliable. We work together to implement different features. In terms of functionalities, we can pick out a certain price and they’re able to identify metrics. We initially hired them to do the minimum viable product (MVP). They've done such a good job that we’re going to use them to create the full product.

How did Applover perform from a project management standpoint?

They’re always available for calls even though they’re in Poland and we're five hours behind. They work very late and get up very early. We use GitLab and Slack to communicate, and they do a good job of being responsive.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They're very knowledgeable within the space so it’s easy to convey our ideas to them. They catch on quickly, and even provide some improvements to our thinking. With other developers, we tried to give them multiple tasks at once and it diluted the process. Applover likes to get one task done and then move on to the next. They fully complete something, test it, and then move on. They’re an asset in every way.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, they’ve exceeded our expectations.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

As with any project, have a very detailed description of what you want done. Give it to them in increments so you don't flood them with information. Let them know what the priorities are.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the owner of a branding studio called Holy Sheep! We provide services for web and app design.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Applover Software House?

We needed resources to build an app within strict deadlines for a London startup.

What were your goals for this project?

For the past few months, we developed a list of functionalities from our numerous developed mobile apps from other vendors. We needed the Applover Software House team to review the codes and propose optimizations that our client could use to improve his app within his budget.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We contacted a few software agencies but felt the strongest connection to Applover Software House. We valued how immediately they built a relationship with us.

Describe the project in detail.

We’ve worked on the project in biweekly sprints, delivering functionalities based on the aforementioned list. They tested and completed our client’s app within the time estimates. Currently, we’re pursuing other projects with them.

What was the team composition?

The team comprised of a project manager, a backend developer, an iOS developer, and an Android developer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

They launched the apps on time to our client’s satisfaction, minimizing the number of updates after the testing stage. Since then, the app boasts a few hundred users.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

To complete such a time-sensitive project, we kept a constant feedback loop to foresee any potential problems. The team worked effectively and remained engaged to meet the deadlines.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We appreciated their strong work ethic and commitment to finishing the project. When one of the developers couldn’t work for a few days, their CEO took care of the development himself.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Although they successfully delivered the app, one of the developers seemed a bit pessimistic about the timelines and needed us to motivate him. Other than that, we were satisfied with their work.