NERDZ LAB

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of an AI contract management solutions company. We provide AI-powered contract management solutions to help companies avoid time loss, unintended renewals, and legal liabilities. Our services ultimately improve efficiency and reduce revenue loss.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with NERDZ LAB?

We needed help with requirements analysis, design, and programming for our AI-powered contract management solution.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

NERDZ LAB has built a features roadmap, designed the UI and company style, and developed our website. The team has also developed the software.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with four teammates from NERDZ LAB.

How did you come to work with NERDZ LAB?

Someone recommended NERDZ LAB to me. I had a meeting with them that inspired confidence and competence.

What is the status of this engagement?

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

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

NERDZ LAB delivers on time and stays close to the estimated cost and timing.

How did NERDZ LAB perform from a project management standpoint?

NERDZ LAB delivers on time. We use Slack for daily chatting and have weekly calls for project management and requirements gathering.

What did you find most impressive about them?

NERDZ LAB doesn’t just execute a project; they proactively think along. They act like a copilot in the cockpit, giving a second opinion and challenging assumptions. The team takes ownership and goes out of their way to deliver top-notch quality.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I’ve worked with many software development teams, and NERDZ LAB is the best in my experience. I have to think hard to find what they could’ve done better.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO & Co-Founder of Munchi Oy

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

All-in-one restaurant operating system.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Integrate Munchi with other solutions

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Referral

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• High ratings
• Referred to me

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Order and menu integration with third party delivery services and POS systems.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The integration was working as intented.

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

Some delays, but also originated because of the lack of response of the third party API providers.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They had a great attitude toward their customers and projects.

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

Better use of project management tools used by the client. Braking down the project into tickets and updating then promptly.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an Executive of Bezuke

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Bezuke is a social networking platform connecting travelers with shared destinations.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Design and build a web app

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Clutch Site

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

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

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

1. Created designs for the web app in Figma. The first stage involved working with a NerdzLab designer to translate the concept into a full layout of web and mobile-responsive screens. We worked in close collaboration to iteratively build out and refine the features and user journey, as she provided consultation on styles and enhancing user experience. 
2. Developed the web app. When designs were ready, the designer joined the development team and they built the app on the dev site and conducted thorough quality assurance testing. I was able to test the app as development progressed, and they were remarkably patient with accommodating my numerous change requests. Development was completed and the app moved to production. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

1) Designed completed in Figma.

2) Platform developed.

3) Testing demonstrated functionality and accuracy of search results / matching.

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

Their project management was phenomenal and well structured. We had weekly progress meetings, ongoing communication on Slack, and a progress tracking system for coordination system and visibility. They were highly responsive to questions and needs that arose, and extremely efficient with everything from providing estimates to implementing change requests. 

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

As others have noted, working with NERDZ LAB genuinely feels like a partnership with an in-house team. I was engaged in the process throughout, and received expert consultation and recommendations that significantly improved the design. They were kind and patient with explaining technical aspects I didn't undertand, and generously accommodated my preferred work and communication styles. They used creative problem solving, excellent communication, and they ultimately developed a high quality product that far exceeded my expectations. And they are a joy to work with.

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

I am more than satisfied with my experience. The team provided exceptional quality in both their product and customer service, and I have no areas of improvement to note.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Founder of a beauty & cosmetics company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We offer a e-shop, rewards and memberships app for medical aesthetics clinics and beauty salons.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Develop an MVP product
• Support go to market and iteration of product
• Technical insights / leadership along the way (given I have no CTO)

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

• The overall scope of the project involved all technical leadership and execution to bring a product to market, from idea stage. The product is a rewards and memberships app for medical aesthetics and beauty salons. The product involves an admin panel for clinics to set up their app environment, like a simpler version of square space. The consumer facing app enables browsing treatments, purchasing treatments, earning rewards and gifting rewards.
• Product leadership - working collaboratively with my team to design exact product functionality for both clinics (web admin) and end customers (mobile app.)
• UX Design
• Building and testing over web admin and mobile app
• Building integrations with a number of practice management software providers
• Competitor analysis, and market scanning for appropriate partners (e.g., payments providers)

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• The team build the project on time (a relatively tight timeline)
• Additional integrations and feature builds are added very quickly
• NerdzLab can mobilise team members within a few days to expand team capacity
• Users and investors are very impressed with the product design, functionality and usability
• The commercial / product insights of the NerdzLab team has consistently contributed value to the efficiency of our build / product iteration and speed to product market fit

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

Excellent overall project management skills, strong communication. The team is very responsive to any queries, and provide timely and detailed updates about all workstreams, blocks, reminders. I have total trust in their ability to keep things moving at pace.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

1. High quality deliverables across all dimensions, they have built a high quality product across web & apps in a relatively short space of time. I trust NerdzLab team to take a steer / new feature and deliver quickly and with very high quality (reliable technology, highest quality design & UX etc.)
2. Hugely valuable to us - the NerdzLab team are more than just a development shop or outsourced developer capacity. They have fantastic business nous and have helped our team thinking through product design / client needs / commercial considerations as we have designed and developed the product. They can truly act like partners, taking into account all business considerations whilst we make tech decisions such as feature prioritisation, user experience and investment pathway.  

Their leadership team are effectively a high quality CTO for us. We trust their steers and judgement and they are helping us build a commercial successful business, not just taking instructions and building, blindly.  This level of skill, commercial savviness and partnership mentality is invaluable and we will credit our business success to their critical role in these early months.

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

n/a

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Executive of LK COLLECTIVE.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Brand Strategy & Consulting

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

Website Development

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Referral

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

• UI/UX Design
• Website Development
• Quality Assurance
• Project Management

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• launch of website as planned within the given timeline
• UI/UX expectations exceeded

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

With over a decade of experience in the agency world on both sides of the table, this has been one of the best project management experiences I've encountered. Communication was outstanding across all stages of the project and with every team member involved.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Every team member was a standout expert in their respective fields. I greatly appreciated the no-nonsense, straight-to-the-point communication and highly effective meeting style. The skill sets of the individual team members were exceptional, contributing significantly to the project's success.

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

There really are no areas for improvement to suggest. NERDZ LAB executed every aspect of the project flawlessly, demonstrating both professionalism and expertise throughout our collaboration. Their approach and delivery not only met but exceeded all expectations, leaving no room for critique.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Owner of a technology products development company.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We develop technology products for global consumers.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Create an MVP
• Optimize the MVP
• Turn MVP to fully functional product

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Online Search

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

We worked with Nerdzlab to develop a mobile app for consumers in the rewards space. Through the project, Nerdzlab worked on all aspects of the project, including frontend, backend, and everything in between.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The project is still ongoing, but in a scaled way. This is due to the fantastic work from Nerdzlab, who can deliver value beyond the MVP stage.

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

Nerdzlab is always attentive to our needs, no matter the day or hour. Communication is one of their great strengths.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

NERDZ LAB is knowledgable in all aspects of technology. No matter the complexity, they have great problem solving skills.

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

Nothing. Keep doing great work!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Founder of a Celebrity Video Marketplace

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are an online marketplace where fans can purchase personalized video messages from a wide range of Thai celebrities.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• Full-stack development of the MVP

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Clutch Site

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

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

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

We required NERDZ LAB to design and build a user-friendly, intuitive, and responsive website that can accommodate all the key features such as;

• a robust search engine for easily finding specific celebrities, 
• secure user registration and login systems, 
• a straightforward and efficient booking process, secure and versatile payment gateways, 
• real-time notifications and updates, 
• high-quality video hosting and streaming capabilities, 
• user review and rating systems, 
• social media integration for easy sharing, 
• and a comprehensive admin panel for managing content and user activity. .

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Completion of Project Scope 
• User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Quality 
• Post-Launch Support and Maintenance

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

Their project management approach was highly efficient and responsive. They consistently delivered items on schedule, adhering to the agreed-upon timelines without compromising on quality. When it came to accommodating changes or additional requests, they demonstrated remarkable agility and speed, ensuring that any modifications were implemented swiftly and effectively. 
Their proactive stance was also evident post-launch; they responded promptly to any bugs or issues, resolving them with impressive speed to maintain the smooth operation and performance of the website.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

What stands out as particularly impressive and unique about NERDZ was their proactive approach to problem-solving and their eagerness to go beyond the standard scope of work to ensure the project's success.

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

One area that could see improvement is their proficiency in English language communication. At times, the language barrier presented minor challenges, however, nothing that had a significant impact on the project's success or its timelines

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Chief Manager of NGO Vilnyi Vybir

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Psychological support for Ukrainian veterans and their family members.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• To develop the application

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Online Search

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget

How many teammates from NERDZ LAB were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

Our task was to develop a mobile application for psychological support. We provided the concept, a sketched outline of the application, and its content. NerdzLab created wireframes, adapted our brand book for the mobile application, and developed it for both iOS and Android platforms.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We implemented the project thanks to donor funding, so it was crucial to meet the deadlines and stay within the budget.

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

The management performed its function well. The majority of the promised work was completed on time. The team adapted along the way and customized the product to fit our needs and capabilities.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Their ability to adapt to clients and work under various conditions, including blackouts, was evident.

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

In some matters, we would appreciate more clarity and definiteness in communication.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder, CEO of MIR Akademien

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Education and consultancy within diversity and inclusion in the workplace

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire NERDZ LAB to accomplish?

• To build a website Spotlight for video tutorials within D&I

SOLUTION

How did you find NERDZ LAB?

Other

Why did you select NERDZ LAB over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

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

They designed the website from scratch, starting from the wireframe to the complete product.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Wireframe
• Draft website
• Website

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

They always deliver on time and in line with the agreements we have. The project management is superb as they thoroughly plan all activities, update on delivery and all the time keep us informed.

What was your primary form of communication with NERDZ LAB?

Virtual Meeting

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

Great professionals in the area of IT. Smooth and clear project management. They are flexible and easy to work with.

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

No.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the COO/CTO at BestOfU, a SleepTech startup based in New York City

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We hired Nerdzlab to build our iOS mobile app MVP and the ongoing improvements/maintenance

SOLUTION

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

Communication, professionalism, ability to build a complex mobile application and user flow

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

We build a Native iOS mobile application with a data heavy backend

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

3 engineers and 1 project manager

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We are still doing beta testing internally but we have had hundreds of users who are pleased with the experience

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

we use agile, 1-week sprint since we are a very small team with fast turnaround and constant priority shift

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

The engineers working with us are dedicated, communicative, and keen on solving business and user problems.

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

None.