PurpleFire

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the office manager of a travel agency which arranges touristic, incentive and luxury travel.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

The major objective was to develop the entire platform.

SOLUTION

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

A colleague's recommendation.

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

We asked them to create a template that would portray us as an open-source platform. All the technology we were interested in was available to them. They have kept up with maintenance and updates after the site was finished.

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

We worked with two people from PurpleFire.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Since we launched the website, we've seen an increase in both existing business and inquiries about potential future business. They were always quite happy. Instead of stating a certain task will take longer or cost more, PurpleFire would offer better solutions.

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

Calls, emails, Slack, and Zoom are the main ways we communicate. They kept in touch frequently and effectively. If required, they were adept at raising the stakes. They didn't hesitate to get in touch with me if they knew I was needed. They would do so at the right moment so that we could still make the changes necessary to ensure the project's success.

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

They did amazing work, were really kind, and excelled at managing a difficult assignment on a tight deadline. Without a doubt, we would collaborate with them again and recommend them to friends.

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

No, I believe that a lot of the improvements might have been on our end.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m a product manager for a door manufacturing company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

Our goal was to find a system that would give us more control and provide more features. We reached out to PurpleFire to see if they could help. What they had to offer was appealing to us. As far as implementation costs are concerned, they are very realistic in their proposal.

SOLUTION

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

Our first contact with them was through a referral from a friend. There were other companies that submitted proposals, but PurpleFire was the clear winner in terms of organization, cost, and attention to detail.

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

This tool enables us to manage our assets and to create products in a very dynamic way. We can approach the program directly and visually, as opposed to before when we had to connect with our provider every time we had a problem.

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

My main points of contact at PurpleFire are a project manager and a developer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We’re constantly improving the performance of the platform by discussing client feedback with PurpleFire’s team and assessing how we can build new versions of the site. Problems are solved swiftly, simply, and with the contribution of original ideas. Both the agreed-upon prices and deadlines were consistently met. PurpleFire can help you discover a partner with whom you can work on a project like this without worrying about unpleasant surprises.

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

We have been able to work with the team despite late deadlines or a lack of prepared work. Our work has caused scheduling issues, and we see their persistence and willingness to check in as a positive. The team put in the hours needed to make sure we met some definite deadlines for specific milestones, such as the soft launch and beta launch.

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

The communication, organization, and support they provide are excellent, despite being a remote team.

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

They focus on what they're best at and might find it difficult to work with technology they aren't as familiar with. Though that can be negative, it can also be a positive thing too.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the manager of a bakery. We offer a variety of breads.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

Our objective was to develop a user-friendly platform that could draw and support numerous users at once. In order to draw customers and market the product, we also want a landing page with strong conversion rates.

SOLUTION

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

PurpleFire was referred to us by one of our colleagues.

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

We had a kick-off meeting to go over our goals and objectives. The developers then read the documentation and set up the development environment in preparation for our future tasks.

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

There was a backend developer and a front-end developer on the team, but the team's makeup changed frequently.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The platform received positive reviews and helped attract customers. PurpleFire has gone to great lengths to meet all needs. We were able to develop everything required thanks to the assistance of the PurpleFire team. They assisted us at every step of the process. We value their desire for a long-term partnership.

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

It was really a pleasure to work with the experienced team, although we handled management on our end. PurpleFire was incredibly responsive in our communications. Problems hardly ever happened.

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

We valued their dedication. The company was always willing to help if needed, adding more programmers or other expertise if needed. They provided reliable services and had great communication abilities.

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

Overall, we had a positive experience with PurpleFire and would highly suggest them to other businesses.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Store Manager of a pet store. Pet supplies and animals are both available at our full-service pet store.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

PurpleFire was hired to assist us in developing our website.

SOLUTION

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

Having carefully considered the competition, we chose PurpleFire. We wanted a website that could compete with the best.

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

The first steps in designing were a real eye opener as to how much I have to be grateful for in using PurpleFire. It's not just the fact that the design is pretty as heck, but they've made it highly functional as well.

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

The Project Manager and I are in direct contact. I generally work with 4-5 people at a time because different people come in and go out at different stages of the project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Wireframes have been set up beautifully by PurpleFire, who have also nearly brought our idea to life. They have also provided us with a wide range of choices. Even though we didn't fully grasp some of the steps, it nevertheless made us feel incredibly involved and like we were in charge of the entire process. Their willingness to communicate openly and their accessibility have really pleased us.

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

PurpleFire has shown great flexibility in adjusting to our various needs and comprehending how the product is meant to be created for our clients. They have adhered to a very strict schedule. Although the dashboard we're using to monitor the project is really helpful, we've discovered that talking to each other and holding regular meetings is a more effective way to share our progress. They have shown great intuition right away.

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

They knew our target audience and value proposition from the start, so it didn't take them long to create wireframes with our needs in mind. The tech they use is cutting-edge and well-suited for companies like ours.

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

I don’t have any constructive feedback. I just think they might benefit from being a little bit more flexible towards other time zones.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am a Co-Founder of a language school that caters children and adults of all levels.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We were looking for a front end design team to develop the look and feel aspect of our platform.

SOLUTION

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

My friend used to work with PurpleFire, so I had heard a lot about them. Another provider we were considering was a bit more expensive. However, when we contacted PurpleFire and found out they could handle our project, we decided to proceed with them.

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

The PurpleFire team developed both the frontend and the design. Our internal team and our outsourced backend developers collaborated on the project. I believe the frontend language was JavaScript, and they also used Vue.js.

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

Initially, we had two frontend developers and two designers. A technical manager was also assigned to the entire team at some point.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We're happy with how the project worked out in the end. They were very reliable, and they were always willing to accommodate changes based on input from our clients and our CEO. They were responsive to frequent changes in scope.

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

PurpleFire was very organized, communicated well with all of our changes to the scope, and never complained about anything. The entire project was completed smoothly, and we're very satisfied with their work.

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

It was a very positive experience; they helped us grow professionally.

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

As far as I can recall, there is nothing that comes to mind.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Owner, E-Commerce and IT Development Agency

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We hired PurpleFire team to design and develop a website for our e-commerce business using Magento OMS. We wanted to receive a turnkey solution, so we tried to find an agency that could deliver everything, not just design or development.

SOLUTION

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

We have really liked the professional approach of Daniel and his team from the start of our communication. They did not want to simply sell their services but were truly concerned about the task at hand and our aims. They asked many questions in order to tailor the solution to our needs as closely as possible. Having a huge experience in e-commerce PurpleFire team was not just passive order takers, but acted proactively and made many suggestions and generated ideas. Thus we have decided that they suit our needs in the best possible way.

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

The deliverables of the project included complete design and branding as well as development stage and maintenance. What we liked is that the team did not wait for all the pages to be designed but as soon as the first designs were completed - the development stage started. So we have received the final result faster. It was decided to use Magento as the base for development due to the specifics of our products and the need for a very efficient OMS to manage them.

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

We have mainly communicated with a project manager. Then they made sure that the team, whatever the size needed, delivered the expected result. And it was very convenient, time saving and efficient. We have received regular reports on progress and the whole communication process was professional.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We have launched this business from scratch, but compared to our previous endeavors, we believe that thanks to professional design, development, SEO advice from PurpleFire team, and overall professional approach we have reached the level of profitability much faster. They made suggestions to use or not to use certain approaches that saved us time and nerves, avoiding mistakes. So we are absolutely happy with the result of the project. We have also received much positive feedback from our customers and friends about the design of the website and the user experience.

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

The team used task trackers but mainly for their internal purposes. We had a messenger where it was possible to send feedback, ask questions, and place tasks. It was very convenient and quick. No need to write long emails. When needed we had calls to exchange ideas, talk about new features or make demos of another part of the website.

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

Their approach and commitment to the project were impressive. They are not simply executing what they are told, but suggest the best solutions and make recommendations. Sometimes they went far and beyond to accommodate some of our crazy ideas because they shared our passion and believed that those features will bring value to the website and our business.

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

The cost of the services might be a bit higher than you could get from a freelancer, but you can hardly find anywhere a similar level of services for the same price.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Owner of a digital agency

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

A client wanted an app to go with their new product launch, and we were happy to provide. However, we were fairly sure we needed to outsource as the project scope was beyond our capabilities

SOLUTION

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

I had done business associates of Purplefire before and was referred to do business with them if the need arose.

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

We needed an app to list items in possession of the client. Rare collectibles, valuable assets and etc.

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

We were working mainly through an account manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The project was up to specifications and our client was happy!

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

Professional, yet warm. We felt very included and taken care of!

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

We were impressed by how fast they worked! I had put up a scope of 4 months to the client, and the job was done in 3!

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

We had a small miscommunication in the early development stages, in regards to the product distribution, but nothing more than what could be fixed.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the CEO of a digital marketing agency based in Lisbon, we work primarily with the US market for paid media, email marketing & development services.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire PurpleFire?

We worked with PurpleFire on some of our crypto projects as well as Shopify development projects. Their technical expertise has been invaluable and helped us complete these projects much faster than we expected.

SOLUTION

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

I met Daniel at mastermind event and after seeing PurpleFire's work, I was sold on working with them.

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

We worked with PurpleFire on multiple projects such as: - Tehcnical infrastructure for an NFT launch, building the website, marketing campaigns and smart contracts. - Development and launch of 2 e-commerce stores on Shopify from design to development.

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

We worked with a project manager, two developers and a QA.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Both the stores and NFT launches were a success, there were no bugs or technical problems and the clients were happy.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Very effective, everything went smoothly.

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

Their technical expertise combined with a deep understanding of market trends.

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

No.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I work for a language training center as a business executive.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire PurpleFire?

Our company wanted to showcase its services on a new website.

SOLUTION

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

Their website caught my attention. They seemed like a good match to me, so I contacted them.

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

We hired PurpleFire to redesign our WordPress website. The purpose of this site is to provide information about our products and services, gather leads, and collect contact information from potential students or customers. Rather than using a theme, PurpleFire actually coded its own WordPress theme.

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

Three to four teammates, including a developer and a project manager, worked on the project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The PurpleFire team met all of our requirements based on how it looked and how easy it was to use. We really enjoyed working with PurpleFire because the site was well-designed and functional. Those people made up a great team.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Projects were managed very well by them. Daily updates and feedback were provided by the team. They also asked questions without hesitation. We communicated using Basecamp and email.

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

It was PurpleFire's responsiveness, kindness, and flexibility that made the project a success. I found the team to be very easy to work with. They make a great team because of their skills and friendly nature.

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

As far as the team is concerned, we have nothing to criticize.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the VP of marketing for a recruitment and staffing consultancy firm.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

It was critical for us to improve our digital presence so that prospective clients could easily find us. Having a better presentation of our identity was also important to us once a customer discovered us.

SOLUTION

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

We found their team on online.

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

During our initial conversation with PurpleFire, they gave us a survey to determine who we were as a firm and what we were focusing on. The project's timeline was also reviewed. Afterwards, they worked on the layout, content, and homepage of our WordPress site. During the development process, custom images and animations were incorporated.

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

A project manager and technical team from PurpleFire worked with us. They built the site with the help of their technical team. Along the way, we also worked with others who needed specific information.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our success was measured by the traffic we received. There was a significant increase in traffic to our site. Over the course of a month, it continued.

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

Schedules and budgets were met, and they were responsive. Email and video conferences were our means of communication. There were no project management tools used, however, we used a tool for finding bugs and other technical problems.

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

We had a very good experience with their technical team; they were able to resolve our issues and answer all of our questions. Also, they helped us think about things that weren't within our scope, such as the connection between other programs and the website.

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

No. Don't forget to stay in touch with your project manager to ensure that you get the most out of all the resources.