Naked Development

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner and designer of a swimming pool company. I’m also a contractor.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?

We need help to develop a design app and website.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Right now they’re designing and developing a prototype from scratch for a cross-platform app and a website. The app has design-based functionalities. The final platform will be available on iOS, Android, and the web. I’m sure we’ll go back to them once we get the funding for the building of the app.

What is the team composition?

Our first contact was John (Owner), and there are about five people currently working with our team.

How did you come to work with Naked.?

I found them on Google when we were searching for app developers. Naked. offers a $395 master class that goes through all the steps needed to build an app, from templates to funding. I purchased the class because it’s expensive to build an app, and I don’t have the funding for it myself. 

After watching the video I had questions, so I contacted John and sent him my idea with images and thoughts. He called me back right away, and we were in touch for the next three days; I didn’t even call other companies when I decided to do the prototype with them.

How much have you invested with them?

Our total investment will be $30,000 at the end of the project.

What is the status of this engagement?

We’ve been working together since March 2021. We still have several weeks before we finish developing this app, so the project is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We’re still in the prototype stage, so we don’t have any metrics, but we’re excited about this project. I’ve been working hard my entire life and this project is going to make a life-changing difference for me. When I talk to Naked’s team, I can see they’re as excited as me,  and that’s very cool.

How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?

They’re good and consistent; we have weekly meetings as well.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The personal attention we get from their team is impressive.

Are there any areas they could improve?

So far, I don’t think there’s anything they could improve. 

Any advice for potential customers?

At the moment, I can just recommend letting them guide the project.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner of an online retail company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?

We needed someone to develop a mobile app and website.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Naked is in the process of developing an e-commerce platform for our company. They’re starting from scratch and have just finished the prototyping phase where we did a lot of discovery to define the purpose of the app. It also involved identifying the problems and then solving them, coming up with the concept, the flow, the different functionalities, and creating the prototypes and screens based on what we discovered.

The final product will be a mobile app with a couple of different components. It’ll be a website for the admin part, and then the mobile app will be the other piece. It will be available for both iOS and Android.

What is the team composition?

I talk to John (Co-Founder & CEO), Jason (Co-Founder), Robbie (Executive Creative Director), and Jenna (Account Manager). Jenna is kind of like the gatekeeper of all the information. She goes to all the meetings and makes sure that our communication goes to the team. John was the person that I originally talked to, and made me want to work with their company.

How did you come to work with Naked.?

It all started with a Google search and it led me to another company with whom I had a consultation. My search led me to Clutch and I wasn’t too pleased with their reviews so I started looking for other companies. I probably consulted with at least six different developers on Clutch before I decided to go with Naked.

Naked. was one of the last companies that I talked to, and I was sold after just talking to John because he’s very transparent. He gives very honest feedback and he just sounds like he really knows the business — he also likes my idea. On top of all that, I love their website’s aesthetic and content because that is important in the development of my app. I wanted to go with a company whose own aesthetic really reflected what I wanted with the app. 

Just talking directly to John makes me excited about developing the app.

What is the status of this engagement?

The actual project started in January 2021, and we’re still working together.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The process in itself is amazing. The collaboration that we had with the weekly meetings was very productive, encouraging, and inspiring — it got us even more excited about the app. They asked all the questions about things I haven’t really considered and helped me answer them. They bring our ideas to life, as well as the technical aspect of how the app will function.

As far as the deliverables go, we saw the product evolve from being a basic idea, to being a good representation of our initial vision for the app. They do a good job of letting you take the lead on your idea, and giving you very valuable and insightful guidance about the industry standards. That was a big part of me understanding things from a technical aspect so I can put them into our marketing.

Moreover, they’re very receptive to feedback. I’m very picky and tedious about every small detail, but they don’t even bat an eye when I request small revisions on pieces. That’s a good thing for me because I can be very specific, and I want to make sure everything is perfect. They’re also willing to make even the smallest changes to ensure we’re happy with the results.

How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?

We have weekly Zoom meetings and we typically communicate through email. They’re sort of like an extension of our team, and you would think that we all worked together already.

What did you find most impressive about them?

We’re impressed with their knowledge. You can tell they’re really knowledgeable in the areas they specialize in, and they’re a really diverse team — which I really appreciate. Their communication style is also good and enjoyable. I remember when we had our first meeting, it took hours, but we talked so much and it went by so fast because it wasn’t just a mundane meeting. I like meeting with them, and I’m excited to continue the relationship and further develop the app.

Are there any areas they could improve?

From my perspective, there’s nothing I want to change. I just think our team is a really good fit for them. Our personality and aesthetic really match, so that’s why I think everything went so smoothly.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

My advice would be to just be prepared to think outside the box, and prepare to articulate exactly what you want and what your vision is.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the co-founder of Agents of Radical, and we are building an e-commerce platform targeted towards beauty professionals. This is so they can build and create their own e-commerce site with products from our inventory.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?

We were going to build a small number of Shopify sites for our clients when we realized it was a much larger need in our industry. Naked. is our solution to basically everything when we decided to make our own version of Shopify.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They’re building this platform from scratch. This is a web-based application that uses unique domains per store. We are using other platforms like Stripe for payment and Zoho for inventory processing. Everything is customized, and Naked. is overseeing the entire process from design to development.

What is the team composition?

We work directly with Jenna (Project Manager). They also have different people stepping in and out on different stages of the site, so I probably work with around 8–12 people at a time.

How did you come to work with Naked.?

They’re actually an acquaintance of my business partner. He’s been trying to work with them for several years, but the right idea just hasn’t come across his plate until we partnered up. I’m not actually sure how they met but they’ve known each other for over 15 years.

We still shopped around with other development companies and web builders, but the experience and expertise that Naked. had far surpassed everyone else’s. They had the clients and reviews from other startups like us. Basically, they just had a lot of proof of concepts (POCs), and that’s how we chose to go with them.

How much have you invested with them?

On the first round of development, we have spent about $300,000. There are several layers that we’re going to be adding in, so starting at that price point, it will go up significantly.

What is the status of this engagement?

Our ongoing partnership with them started in June 2020.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We don’t have any financial metrics as of the moment since we’re in pre-launch. However, one thing I can say for them is their attention to detail and their intuitiveness are absolutely incredible. 

I went in with the creative idea and spent several hours together in their boardroom drawing up this entire concept. Nine times out of 10 it would take 3–5 rounds of explaining before a typical dev team would get the idea — these guys got it on the first shot. They came back to me about a week or two later with a mock-up of the design, and they put exactly what I envisioned on the screen.

How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?

Jenna is one of the most prompt and timely people that I’ve ever worked with. She’s always on Zoom two minutes before the actual hour and replies to our emails regardless of what time in the day they come in. She’s always so responsive and makes sure that I know she received my messages.

As far as timeliness and deadlines go, the entire team has been phenomenal. There have been some setbacks, but I don’t consider any of them to be reflective of the team. It’s more of a COVID-19 pandemic situation, and honestly, when things are late it’s probably coming from me and my partner’s side of things.

They use the Monday dashboard to keep track of all the progress.

What did you find most impressive about them?

What’s impressive about them is collectively, they all understand what we’re doing. It feels like they’re really dedicated to our process, and I always feel like we’re a priority — I’ve never felt shuffled around the mix with Naked.

Their team is so open to critiques and new ideas. They will pivot on a dime if I have an idea that wasn’t originally part of the game plan. Everything that I have asked for, as wild and impossible as it may seem, has always been answered with a “Yes,” and they have always followed through with it. They have never misled us and have always made everything happen. Even if it’s a little bit difficult, they always find the answer.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I really don’t know. Truthfully, I’ve been so happy with this experience that I haven’t had any critique for them. Even in a pandemic and living in a state where things are pretty rough, they’re constantly always working.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

My advice would be to meet them with the same attitude you want them to meet you with. I’m always open and happy to see them and excited to see what they’re presenting.  We’re very communicative and are happy to critique back and forth.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I am the co-founder of Agents of Radical, an e-commerce platform looking to democratize retail in the beauty space. One of the unsung heroes in the beauty industry is the independent professional. They get very little compensation, and we are looking to bridge the gap between large retailers and independent professionals.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?

We were looking for help in building our platform.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Naked. Developed our e-commerce platform for us. They are the technology team that is helping bring my concept to life. Our platform allows independent beauty professionals to create a unique URL that allows them to sell their products directly to customers. 

First, we went through a 4–6 week design process. During this time, we met with their team on a weekly basis and shared our entire hearts with them. We took them through our notes and drawings so they could really understand what it is we’re trying to do. Then, they mapped out exactly what we wanted to build.

Within a month after that process, we pulled the trigger and had them start developing the platform for us. Their team builds the engine that will house my platform. 

What is the team composition?

We work with John (Founder & CEO), Jason (Co-Founder), and Jenna (Account Manager), and a few developers. We’ve been consistently working with a team of seven. 

How did you come to work with Naked.?

I’ve known John for about 25 years and Jason for 40. In past positions in the beauty space, I’ve wanted to work with them but was never able to. I always knew that when I had the possibility to build my own thing that I was going to partner with them. 

How much have you invested with them?

We have invested about $305,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

Our ongoing engagement began in July 2020.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

While we are still in the pre-launch phase, I am overwhelmingly happy with the product. We’ve looked at what other models exist in the beauty space and we have really outdone those existing platforms. 

How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?

Every week, we have a dev team meeting where they walk us through everything they’re working on. There’s never any question of where we’re at in the process with them. We communicate via text or email and I can always get ahold of anybody that I need to. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their ability to understand what we wanted to accomplish set them apart. They spent the whole design phase trying to get a deep understanding of our project. They don’t just create an outline or a blueprint, they put the time in to map the whole thing out. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, everything was great. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

I highly recommend going through their design process or at least speaking to John. He’ll be able to tell you in five minutes if your idea is good or not. By starting there, at least you can revise from there.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m one of the co-founders of Mentally Fit Community Inc. We build communities to provide access to support and resources for improving mental health. We have about 100,000 people in our community worldwide.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?

We were looking to build an iOS and Android application to take our organization to the next level. To do that, we needed to create a prototype that we could show to investors to secure funding.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Naked. developed a clickable prototype of a mental health support application. We had an initial meeting where we talked through our scope, ideas, what we wanted the app to look like, and how we wanted it to be functional. 

We then looked at the wireframes and edited them before starting on the design. For this process, we started by sharing brand guidelines so that they could understand the look and feel we were going for. Next, they presented a mood board along with drafts of the app. All of them were really good and showed us that they understood our brand. We ended up choosing the design that day from the samples they showed us. 

The team also helped us with our investor and pitch deck. They handled the creation of the prototype photos and everything that we’d need to start our fundraising stage. With the initial part done, we’ll start the development process with them later this year.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with 5–6 people. John (Co-Founder & CEO) advises us on how to raise money, how to approach investors, and other similar business strategies. We’re also in close communication with Jason (Co-Founder & Chief Design Officer). He’s been working closely with us on our MVP and designs. 

There’s Adrienne (UI/UX Designer) who has a psychology background, which is really cool. Then we have Robby (Executive Creative Director) and Jenna (Account Manager). She’s been organizing everything, making sure we receive deliverables on time, scheduling meetings, and taking notes.

How did you come to work with Naked.?

I met a company that specializes in AI at a tech networking event and talked to them about our app. They recommended Naked., so I reached out. It was really the way they carried out their process and structured approach that made us choose them.

How much have you invested with them?

We've invested $10,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Naked. around September 2020. The initial project is done, but we’re planning to continue working with Naked. to develop the app. I’m still in contact with them as we’re raising funds, and we’re on track to start development by December 2020.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Currently, we have a working prototype developed for both Android and iOS devices. The prototype will help us raise funds while also helping our audience understand our goals for the community.

How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?

Working with Naked. is such a close-knit and communicative process. We’re the type of client that prefers to be very involved at each step, and they make it very easy to follow along. They have a Monday board where we can see our progress on the full project dashboard. We never feel like we don’t know what’s going on.

It’s great to have a project manager who brings all the pieces together so that we can see the bigger picture. They email, text, and conduct weekly calls to keep us up-to-date. We also had the chance to work and meet with them in-person.

What did you find most impressive about them?

We are impressed with the overall clarity of the project. The way the team communicates is really great, and they understand what they're doing. Lifestyle-wise, I think it's a good team. They're really cool, too. They have a dog in the office and everything that we would want.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don’t think that there’s really anything to be improved. They’re hitting all the marks right now.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

If you’re going to hire Naked., you won’t have to do much to get the most out of the engagement. Their project manager will make sure that things are moving forward. Just email them back and show up to the meetings.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the founder of Raava.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?

I had ideas for a self-improvement app.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We gave them a lot of creative flexibility, and Naked. designed and developed an iOS and Android app.

What is the team composition?

I worked with four of their teammates routinely. 

How did you come to work with Naked.?

I research developers and interviewed 5–7 app developers in the country. I eventually flew out and met with Naked. They had everything that I needed, including the experience.

How much have you invested with them?

We began working with them in June 2020, and I just wrapped up with them a couple of weeks ago. My work with them is over until the next step is ready to be taken. 

What is the status of this engagement?

We spent $15,000

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

I’ve researched over 20 apps that are similar to mine, and I’m excited about where it’s going to go. It’s a great prototype.

How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?

Their project management was good. They had a lot of online project management programs including Monday. I could go online and see where we were in terms of the weekly routine. There was never a question that didn’t have an immediate answer

What did you find most impressive about them?

The team always shared their honest opinions, which was helpful. No one was standoffish, and I never felt like it was on me to come up with everything to say. They were helpful and polite.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, not that I can think of. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Do your research, and be open to change and their opinions. 

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of an app startup.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?

I hired Naked. to build a mobile app for my company.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They took my ideas and brought them to life in app form.

What is the team composition?

I worked with John (Co-founder & CEO), Jason (Co-Founder), Robby (Executive Creative Director), and Jenna (Mobile App Development Manager).

How did you come to work with Naked.?

I found them initially on Clutch, and then again when I was doing my own research. I reached out to several other companies. Their leadership gave me very personal attention, and I liked their philosophy to startups.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent $15,000 so far.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in June 2020, and our work is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The team was experienced and helpful in making me feel comfortable in sharing my ideas. It was a great two-way conversation. They did a great job of creating something fun and transparent, that’s also secure. When I showed it to my family and friends, they loved it and thought it was very user friendly.

How did Naked.perform from a project management standpoint?

They were spot-on and always kept me in the loop. We laid out what we would be going over week to week. If we needed to go back and reviews something, it was always noted in the follow-up meeting. We used Figma and EnVision for project management.  

What did you find most impressive about them?

The culture they built throughout the project was very impressive. It feels like we’ve been working together for years. Everyone has great energy and ideas, and they’re open and honest. Overall, it’s a very calm and receptive culture. Especially during the pandemic, meeting with them was the highlight of my week.

Are there any areas they could improve?      

No, they really exceeded my expectations.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

If you’re new to creating an app, like I was, I would recommend working with Naked. They’ll guide you through the process at every step and won’t shame you for not knowing the terminology.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of a platform that connects wineries and consumers. We’re a website and an app.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?

We needed a cost-effective way to grow in our early stages.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We had a basic MVP, and because of their assistance, I had access to capital, a tech team, and designers. They help build out my stack and whatever I need to in order to acquire funding. Once we have the funding, for the next year, we can hire people through their infrastructure in a much more cost-effective way, so we can go to market at half the price.

They also provide moral and people support for me, since I’m the only person who’s hired by the company as a founding partner. I have access to resources here and there so I can raise cash.

What is the team composition?

I work directly with 4–5 people from their team. They’re mostly upper-level management.

How did you come to work with Naked.?

I met the founder & CEO, with his co-founder, at a networking event. We connected and it all worked out from there.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent around $100,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We began working together in January 2019, and our relationship is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

They’ve provided great quality. We’ve got exactly what we need to test our product and raise money, as well as build something more elaborate.

How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?

They’re great. Our communication is clear and upfront. If there are a couple of projects that have been added, I’m aware, but they always get back to me and fulfill their obligations. We use monday.com for project management.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They’re good people who do good work. They’re reliable and I feel like I not only have the support of a great team, but I also have amazing mentors and friends that have come along with it. They’re very trustworthy, which is important when you’re just starting out.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, nothing comes to mind.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

My advice is don’t be afraid to let them be an integral part of your team. Communicate clearly and effectively, and trust them; you’ll be able to see the results that you want.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Our company is a Social Network startup designed to target a niche demographic. I am the CEO.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Naked.?

We hired Naked for development of the product as well as assistance with the launch/marketing etc.

What were your goals for this project?

Our goal is to have a top tier product on the back and front end of development.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We had conducted several interviews with companies in the Orange County area (we wanted a local company). Naked seemed like the most capable of creating the product we envisioned and we meshed the best with Naked.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

The project is a social focused app for Android/Apple stores. Naked was hired to complete the front and back end development starting from scratch. They have been working on features that are common in social platforms today.

What was the team composition?

The team composition consisted of a lead developer, creative director, chief design officer, UI/UX designer, project manager and 2 software developers

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

This project is the entirety of our business. Naked took an idea from scratch and has helped in every aspect of getting the product we envisioned into the market.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

The project management has been great. Between then founder and his directors/engineers I can always get into contact with the team regarding the project.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The company has a great team. All of the employees at Naked are great at their craft. From the creative side to the development side to the project oversight, all has been impressive.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Our project isn't complete at this time, but at this stage I have no complaints with Naked Dev and I am very happy we decided to work with them on this project. I would choose them again and will continue to work with them.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner of Jared F. Bossola, PLC., a law firm.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?

I’m developing a mobile application.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They’re providing me with start to finish design, placing my innovative ideas into someone’s pocket in an application. They’re also currently retained to market and potentially the application. The app itself is for my legal practice, and it’s cross-platform.

What is the team composition?

I work with 8-9 people including a project manager.

How did you come to work with Naked.?

I found them online through a Google search.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent over six figures on this project.

What is the status of this engagement?

We’ve been working with them since March 2019. I’ve had this idea for years and it just became a question of money.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

If I was to rate them on a scale of 1-10, they’re a 13.5. They act as a project manager, owner, and support staff. They’re all top-notch and have great personalities. I’ve received everything I paid for. They think outside the box and are exactly who you hope to hire when you hire someone. I can’t speak any higher of this company than their own parents could.

How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?

They’re on-time and polite, just perfect.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I’m a creative, forward-thinking person, and so are they. Working with people that are as creative as I am is awesome. They’ve opened my eyes to so many different things that I didn’t know. Then, they took it to another level where they made it work. They created digital versions of my designs that came to life for me. I don’t want to sound like Disney, but they really do an amazing job. Additionally, their follow-up care and attention make me like them and want to continue working with them.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, if I said something here it would be untrue.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Don’t worry about the cost. You’re going to get what you pay for. I waited for years to be able to pay for this and I don’t regret it.