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5.0
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ScaleFocus is an European IT solutions delivery center. Enabling our global customer base through technology excellence, R&D and innovation, we are focusing on advanced engineering services and bespoke consultancy in the domains of Digital, Data and Cloud. Through team care and customer success obsession, we are engaging in fulfilling partnership journeys of open communication, respect, trust and drive for tangible business outcomes.

ScaleFocus has built expertise and vertical knowledge in Telco, Banking, Finance, Insurance, Healthcare, Logistics, Government and Education. Our accumulated domain experience is due to past and current engagements with customers around the world.

Not a staffing agency or an outsourcing shop, ScaleFocus builds teams of excellence that become integral part of our clients’ development journeys. Beyond the simple outsourcing models that fail in delivery, transparency, trust, communication and respect, we offer Dedicated and Managed Teams.

700+ Specialists

200+ Customers              

300+ Completed Projects            

50+ Awards

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$25,000+
 
$50 - $99 / hr
 
250 - 999
 Founded
2012
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Sofia, Bulgaria
headquarters
other locations

Portfolio

Key clients: 

Shutterfly, KBC Group, Telenor, NBC Universal, Mobiltel, TheBigWord, Vivacom, Raiffeisenbank, SAP, IBM, EOS Group, JOIN Experience, Trading 212, Concord USA, Groundswell Group, Grosvenor Technology, Avnet

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5.0
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Data Warehouse Creation for Global Reporting Company

"The team has maintained timely, transparent communication."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
3.5
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
Confidential
 
Oct. 2017 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

ScaleFocus implemented a data warehouse to support the delivery of customer analytics reports. Services included performing a technical and business analysis prior to solution integration. 

The Reviewer
 
5,001-10,000 Employees
 
London, United Kingdom
Michael Schlemper
Director of Project Management Office, Belmond Ltd
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

The new system allows stakeholders to remain abreast of industry trends in customer analytics. ScaleFocus’ agile approach to project management resulted in a reliable, adaptable workflow. The results-oriented specialists are enthusiastic about understanding business goals. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m a director of the project management office at Belmond Ltd, which was acquired by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton in 2018. 

We are a leisure company operating luxury hotels, train services, and river cruises around the world. In my role, I’m responsible for the global management of projects from all functional divisions, and I also provide strategic support to the COO. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ScaleFocus?

We brought on ScaleFocus to implement a Data Warehouse (DWH) to facilitate our global reporting with a focus on customer analytics. In preparation for integration to the DWH, we wanted to restructure our existing systems. Before delivering the solution, the team would execute a Technical and Business Analysis (TBA) to shape the scope of the DWH.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to establish a robust DWH platform that would enable global reporting. The accurate output analysis would aid efficiency in our customer and operational processes. We also had a goal of modernizing our approaches to meet industry trends, preparing our company for future challenges of understanding customers through data.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

An IT industry peer recommended Belmond to one of our IT managers. After evaluating them and other vendors, we had the most confidence in ScaleFocus’ expertise, cultural alignment, case studies, and overall approach.

Describe the project in detail.

ScaleFocus’ consultants implemented a comprehensive TBA to understand what needed to be built into the DWH and which resources would be required. They helped turn our goals and strategy into a coherent set of requirements. Then, they worked closely with our team to implement the DWH.

Before integrating the DWH with customer-related systems, they prepared the data models and the extract, transform, and load system for customer-related information (e.g. account, product, and booking data). Within the initial four sprints, they implemented the integration. ScaleFocus also delivered a web portal for the manual import of other required data.

Currently, we maintain a monthly subscription to a package of services from ScaleFocus related to the DWH.

What was the team composition?

Depending on the phase, the team number ranges between 2–6 specialists. Their positions are business analyst, DevOps engineer, DWH engineer, project manager, and technical consultant.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The ScaleFocus team bridged our professional and technological goals by developing a comprehensive understanding of our needs. They delivered a high-quality solution while conforming to the schedule and budget. 

Using an agile methodology for project management, they lowered our business risk to a minimum. The plan called for deliverables within a fixed timeline and budget. They maintained a fixed-agile scope, where the scope is fixed for each sprint but can vary depending on discussions between parties.

The team has maintained timely, transparent communication. We’ve stayed in touch on a daily or weekly basis, clarifying requirements as needed. They always provide early feedback on any topic we discuss.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Working with the team members has been a fun, energizing experience. I was really impressed by their determination to deliver tangible results while adhering to our specific needs. They dedicated time and effort into understanding our business vision. 

Are there any areas for improvement?

We are happy with their services, and we may collaborate with them again in the future.

5.0
Overall Score
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 3.5 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Cloud-native CMS Dev for Interpreting Service

"They’re committed to innovating and providing services at the highest level."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
4.0
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
Confidential
 
Mar. 2016 - Dec. 2017
Project summary: 

ScaleFocus did frontend and backend development of a custom CMS. They also developed apps for iOS and Android. The solution includes portals for clients and service providers.

The Reviewer
 
501-1,000 Employees
 
Leeds, United Kingdom
Martin Burnside
QA and Release Manager, thebigword
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

The CMS proved crucial to the success and growth of the business and fostered successful long-term relationships with outside clients. ScaleFocus is communicative and flexible in scheduling. They’re willing to do whatever it takes to deliver an effective solution for their customers.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the quality assurance and release manager at thebigword. We’re one of the largest and fastest-growing translation and interpretation companies.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ScaleFocus?

We needed a modernized system to innovate our existing translation management platform. We decided to undergo a digital transformation initiative with a superior technology solution in order to facilitate our strong business expansion. We quickly grew our customer base and as a result, new functionalities were needed to fit the new requirements.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to build a team of over 30 specialists in a month.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We already had a small office in Bulgaria, so we explored engaging with local suppliers and ScaleFocus just worked out.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

Their teams were involved in the complete and ongoing frontend and backend development and customization of our Interpreter Management System (IMS). Moreover, ScaleFocus was responsible for the development of both iOS and Android mobile applications.

The new features and mobile extensions turned the IMS into an omni-channel user-friendly solution that provides reliable UX at all times. The modernized IMS empowers seamless collaboration between our customers and interpreters worldwide. The system enables comprehensive management and control of face-to-face interpreting services through its operational portal, client portal, interpreter portal, and Android and iOS mobile applications.

The system provides a tailored booking experience and allows our customers to search for interpreters based on their preferences and quickly view or edit bookings, using search criteria. Security and user permissions are based on roles and protect our clients with secure authenticated access that can be audited within the system. Our users can take advantage of interactive dashboards, online messaging, automated sourcing and match features.

What was the team composition?

We initially worked in three scrum teams, gradually increasing the engagement and reaching a team of 32 software engineers from ScaleFocus, grouped into seven scrum teams. Each team was composed of three to five software engineers and each team had one team lead and one quality engineer.

A senior business analyst on their team was actively involved in defining the requirements and design of the functionalities of the system. They also had a project manager, responsible for the reporting and the overall project execution.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

This project marked the biggest milestone in the history of our firm. It was the foundation of sustainable long-term partnerships with our clients, and it established us as not only one of the largest language service providers in the world but one of the fastest-growing.

Moreover, it enhanced our reputation internationally, and it strengthened our credibility, both with the thousands of commercial partners we already worked with and those we were still targeting. This solution gives us the resources and momentum we need to keep pushing ourselves to new heights.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Their team was ready to address our requests at any time. Both parties were involved in close collaboration every day. We scheduled daily video conference calls and weekly team lead scrum meetings. They were agile and committed to providing an outstanding level of professionalism. Their business analyst helped us with defining important project details and improving the collaboration between the teams in the UK and Bulgaria.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I was so impressed by how much they pulled together and their ability to deal with a range of challenging issues in a timely manner. Their go-the-extra-mile attitude for this specific project was amazing. They’re committed to innovating and providing services at the highest level.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, we’re very satisfied.

5.0
Overall Score They're beyond comparison.
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
    It was easy to schedule with them.
  • 4.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
    Their prices are reasonable.
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
    Their service was exceptional.
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer
    I would definitely recommend them.

Web Dev for Loyalty Marketing Company

“With their help, we managed to achieve a great distributed delivery partnership.”

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
5.0
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
Confidential
 
June 2018 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

ScaleForce provides web development, working on a complex platform migration from Rackspace to AWS. The team uses a range of technologies and languages to assist with modifications and customize the platform.

The Reviewer
 
11-50 Employees
 
London, United Kingdom
David Cox
CEO, Motivforce
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

The services provided by the ScaleForce team thus far are excellent, resulting in high-quality deliverables produced by a professional, agile, and adaptable team. They are consistent and offer excellent remote services, engaging extremely effectively at all times.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Motivforce is a loyalty marketing business. We focus on understanding behaviors that drive loyalty and engagement in B2B loyalty marketing. We develop bespoke customer loyalty, performance improvement and employee incentive programs to produce sustainable ROI to clients’ businesses. I’m the CEO.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ScaleFocus?

We found it a challenge to maintain a live marketing incentive platform, that has constantly growing customer demand, without documentation and best practices to follow. We had been looking for a new consultant, but it was taking us months to find, onboard and train someone to work on our development projects so we looked elsewhere. During the initial meetings with ScaleFocus’ team, we were also challenged with our public hosting cloud, Rackspace.

What were your goals for this project?

To migrate our whole marketing platform to AWS, divided into three initial phases. ScaleFocus was tasked to provide highly qualified and experienced specialists to help us prepare for this business-critical migration.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We searched on Google for IT outsourcing and narrowed down our selection based on cost, expertise, proven track record, and location. We wanted a partner who could address our need and support us with the necessary know-how, which led us to ScaleFocus.

Describe the project in detail.

They assisted with modification of the platform’s frontend elements and customized our product based on an open source CMS. They also helped our team with the interpretation of our PHP source code, which had been previously developed and implemented by another vendor. They work with technologies and software languages such as Umbraco, ASP.Net MVC, SQL Server, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and C#.

What was the team composition?

Initially, we started with two IT engineers, and now have a team of four experts working in data management and software implementation for .NET and PHP.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our experience is very positive. I’m happy with their overall performance and the results they brought—if I had to make my choice again, they would still be my top pick. Working with them is particularly fulfilling due to their high level of professionalism, open communication, and excellent agility and adaptability. Motivforce would never compromise with something less. They were able to orientate in our complex platform environment relatively quickly by always asking the right questions.

With their help, we managed to achieve a great distributed delivery partnership. Bridging the technology skills of the external team and our internal specific know-how was a winning engagement strategy.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

They are dedicated technology specialists with considerable professional experience. Their employees joined multiple engineering teams, covering domains that required an essential, premium contribution. They perform with passion, excellence and a tremendous level of engagement.

The workflow between all teams is fulfilling. There are regular ups and downs, but through open communication, we’ve always managed to continue stronger together. Everything we expected is delivered on time, with high quality.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their ability to engage a team of excellent professionals in such a short period was impressive. My colleagues and I can focus on our current crucial business relationships, while they take care of the platform’s maintenance, feature implementation, and cloud migration. We’re a global company and also enjoyed their culture and methodology of remote delivery combined from two locations—Sofia and Plovdiv.

Are there any areas for improvement?

The knowledge gained can be used as a foundation of supporting us into our cloud migration journey and future software development.

5.0
Overall Score
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 5.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Software Research & Support for Manufacturer

"We were absolutely thankful for our great collaboration with ScaleFocus."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
4.5
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
Confidential
 
Nov. 2017 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

ScaleFocus provided technical guidance and research to support a graphical UI and Linux patch. They assisted with multiple technologies, including C++ and Linux Embedded. 

The Reviewer
 
11-50 Employees
 
Winterhur, Switzerland
Urs Vögeli
Head of Software, Winterthur Instruments
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

Every element of the solution launched on time, successfully cutting production times and standardizing quality assurance procedures. ScaleFocus made smart suggestions and integrated seamlessly with the internal team. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Winterthur Instruments AG is a dynamic, fast-growing company. I'm the head of software. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ScaleFocus?

We needed support for our primary R&D effort. Our team continuously experiments and improves the product, and we needed support.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to implement the software and the graphical user interface (GUI) with certain platform specifics. Our general goal was to deliver top-notch support to our solution.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We wanted to invest in a reliable partner whose specialists understood our business.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

Their R&D consultant and embedded systems specialist dedicated two weeks to supporting our technology team. He guided us every step of the way, researching and proposing new technologies. He also monitored the hardware activation and software solution. He had expertise in various technologies and software languages, including Embedded Systems, Qt, C/C++, Serial Peripheral Interface, Linux Embedded, Cross Compilers, and Yocto Toolchain. We also collaborated further to improve and fine-tune the solution. 

What was the team composition?

We worked only with our consultant to streamline communication and achieve a seamless workflow.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We implemented the software, the graphical UI, and the exclusive Linux driver patch on time. These systems controlled industrial processes, quality testing, and reference measurements. This helped our customers save production time and helped us standardize our quality control.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Our consultant was a member of our professional family who helped improve our product.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We were absolutely thankful for our great collaboration with ScaleFocus.

Are there any areas for improvement?

There was very little to improve.

5.0
Overall Score
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 4.5 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Website Refresh & Managed Services for International Embassy

"I have no doubts that their team is striving for excellence all the time."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
5.0
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
Confidential
 
Sept. 2017 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

ScaleFocus revamped an outdated website, focusing on making it modern, easy to navigate, and mobile friendly. Their work involved IT infrastructure set up and has extended to ongoing support and updates.

The Reviewer
 
11-50 Employees
 
London, United Kingdom
Tanya Koicheva
Minister for Trade & Investment, Embassy of Bulgaria
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

The new website boasts a 60% increase in time spent on it, and users have positive remarks. ScaleFocus keeps smooth communication through a single contact and is dedicated to tailoring their strategy for their client’s specific needs. Their fair pricing, as well as top-notch service, also stand out.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

The Embassy of Bulgaria in the UK represents one of the largest Bulgarian communities abroad. Established in 1903, it promotes collaboration between the two countries and helps the Bulgarian citizens keep their connection with the homeland. I’m the minister for trade and investment in charge of boosting economic and commercial relations.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ScaleFocus?

Our mission is to present Bulgaria and its community in the UK in the best way possible. Our old IT infrastructure and website were failing to deliver the right online image for such an institution. Sections were confusing in terms of UI/UX experience, there was overlap in the content, and it was an overall challenge to navigate.

We’d also have problems such as the website going down or being difficult to update, as well as traffic overloads, which is why we needed to hire someone to help us update everything.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to modernize our website in order to be able to provide secure services to our users 24/7, which not only consist of Bulgarians but also investors, partners, etc., interested in Bulgaria as a strategic location. Our goal was to fully digitalize the experience for all the users who needed our collaboration, providing quick and proper access, easy navigation, a fast service, and more.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We were impressed by how ScaleFocus’ team transformed the online presence of the Bulgarian Embassy in the US and decided to entrust them the transformation of our online presence as well.

Describe the project in detail.

ScaleFocus helped us set up the IT infrastructure to keep our online presence at the highest standard. Their team transformed our website into a reliable and mobile-friendly portal according to our needs, using the latest technology and design imperatives for our purposes.

Their team reorganized the entire structure in order to address our main pain points. We’re now capable of providing a much better UX to all the citizens, investors, and partners that need our assistance and collaboration. ScaleFocus currently provides support and is responsible for handling the respective technology updates of the online platform.

What was the team composition?

ScaleFocus’ dedicated team consisted of three consultants. They currently provide support and managed services.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We’ve already received numerous positive comments by citizens who are in regular need of information. The time spent on the website increased by almost 60% in just a couple of weeks after the launch of the new platform. Moreover, since most of the users are using a mobile device, improving the mobile experience was of utmost importance. We've mitigated the risk of system failures and can always count on their support in case of technical issues. In a nutshell, their managed IT services empowered us to be of better help.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The communication between both parties has been smooth and effective from the very beginning of the project. We have one person as a single-point-of-contact who deals with their entire team.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

ScaleFocus provided brilliant support in identifying and formulating everything according to our needs. I was amazed at how fast we saw the positive impact of their services. Their team exceeds expectations by always trying to deliver outstanding solutions for the specific needs we have and by continuing to maintain our very beneficial relationship.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I believe there are always areas for improvement. From my experience with ScaleFocus, I have no doubts that their team is striving for excellence all the time and is looking for such opportunities.

5.0
Overall Score ScaleFocus is an impressive company that takes customer service seriously and works hard to meet the highest standards.
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
    They are excellent in this regard.
  • 5.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
    We’re extremely satisfied with their prices.
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
    It’s the best service we have ever received.
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer
    I will definitely refer ScaleFocus to friends.

Frontend Redevelopment for Large Telecommunications Provider

"Professionalism and outstanding results are intrinsic parts of their performance."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
5.0
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
$200,000 to $999,999
 
June 2017 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

After unsuccessful attempts with other vendors, ScaleFocus revamped the frontend of an entire B2B system, implementing UI/UX best practices and handling ongoing QA support, end-to-end testing, and more.

The Reviewer
 
1,001-5,000 Employees
 
Zurich, Switzerland
Philipp Leuenberger
Digital Marketing Manager, UPC Schweiz GmbH
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

Their involvement helps prioritize internal requirements, speeds up release cycles, and accelerates project validation processes, among other things. ScaleFocus maintains open communication and has a highly knowledgeable team that shares a similar company culture as the internal team does.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

UPC is the largest cable network operator in Switzerland. Nearly 1.5 million customers place their trust in our various products for television, Internet, telephony, and mobile services. Since late 2014, UPC has offered their customers Switzerland’s biggest free Wi-Fi network, giving them the opportunity to browse the web at around 500,000 locations in the country and over six million in Europe free of charge.

I’m the digital marketing manager of the company. With my expertise and innovative and energetic personality, I’m constantly open to give my best to UPC next-level digital world.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ScaleFocus?

UPC’s B2B marketing unit is pushing hard to update and transform the digital B2B portal to make its service offerings more transparent and easy to navigate for the different target groups. Our company needed a mature and reliable partner to escape quality degradation and the poor timeline execution issues we faced with freelance and other partners regarding the digital B2B portal.

What were your goals for this project?

One of the key requirements that UPC looked for in the new partner was the ability to steer delivery output instead of delivery capacity and bring in fresh ideas, UI/UX best practices, and telecommunications domain expertise.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

ScaleFocus was chosen as a partner for this initiative because they were a perfect match for the above-stated requirements.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

To begin, ScaleFocus’ team visited the UPC premises in Zurich to set up the project, meet the key stakeholders, and discuss business requirements and the roadmap for 2017 and beyond.

ScaleFocus was tasked with transforming the frontend for UPC Switzerland’s entire B2B portfolio. They worked with an agile methodology and quick release cycles, so we had something to implement every week. This also facilitated early user feedback and continuous QA.

The solution is based on top-notch UX practices, particularly regarding the content, structure, and flow of the main page and all sub-pages, the main and sub-navigations, and product categories and product detail pages. ScaleFocus’ experts work with technologies and software languages such as Adobe Experience Manager, HTML5, CSS2, CCS3, jQuery, JavaScript.

What was the team composition?

At the heart of the team is a project manager that’s also a senior UI/UX consultant, who acts as a single point of contact for all UPC stakeholders. She covers multiple roles from taking care of overall engagement supervision, main communication, escalation channels, and key knowledge build-up of the ScaleFocus team by regularly visiting stakeholders at UPC premises. She also manages the backlog and acts as the lead developer of the team.

Other team members include a UI/UX designer as well as QA specialists that perform early design test cases and validate functionalities before user acceptance testing. Also, part of their work includes end-to-end testing against functional and business requirements specifications.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

ScaleFocus’ work did accelerate our scope analysis validation process and the prioritization of our requirements, leading to faster release cycles, early feedback, improvements, and pivots in the newly implemented digital assets. Also, by providing a dedicated team, ScaleFocus’ specialists can provide flexible budgeting for UPC.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Thanks to ScaleFocus’ experience in delivering advanced nearshore services and managing such engagements, we were able to quickly gain velocity and build a distributed team comprised of UPC and ScaleFocus members. Communication is always direct and open, which helps us quickly build trust and cooperation on both sides.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their developers and designers demonstrated an outstanding level of professionalism and in-depth knowledge of UI/UX development. We’ve had a positive experience of working with ScaleFocus’ team. Professionalism and outstanding results are intrinsic parts of their performance.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We’re very happy with the entire engagement. Their team in Bulgaria has shown to us that the work ethic there is probably the closest one to Switzerland when comparing to other nearshore destinations like Portugal or Poland.

5.0
Overall Score
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 5.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Android App Dev for Elderly Care Service

"They offer transparency and in-depth market analysis and assist in defining key milestones." 

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4.5

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
4.0
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
$50,000 to $199,999
 
Apr. 2017 - Jan. 2018
Project summary: 

ScaleFocus designed and developed an Android mobile app with a .NET backend based on an initial business analysis they performed. The pre-work identified a valuable hypothesis and requirement set.

The Reviewer
 
11-50 Employees
 
Berlin, Germany
Felix Kuna
Co-Founder, Myosotis
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

The delivered product has played a critical role in fundraising efforts and securing an industry-leading partnership. Accessible and transparent, ScaleFocus provided regular progress updates and advice regarding product optimization. Customers can expect a thorough and experienced vendor.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m one of the founders of Myosotis. We’re a startup that’s digitizing and bringing transparency to the daily routines and interactions of caregivers, the elderly, and their relatives.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ScaleFocus?

All we had was an idea, so we wanted to find a consulting partner to bring it to life and assist us in implementing the technical part of our solution. Later, we asked them to develop a dedicated mobile app as well.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted a sophisticated business analysis so we could better understand what we were facing.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

A venture fund referred us to ScaleFocus as a top-notch service provider. After our first introduction call, we knew we were on the right track. Their team had an impressive technical background built on previous experiences with multinational companies and deep know-how of the newest technologies. They displayed an immediate understanding of our business needs and the problem we were trying to solve.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

ScaleFocus guided us through the entire MVP journey. They started with a comprehensive business analysis of our product to help us build the right solution, identify the best product/market fit, test our hypothesis, and determine functional and non-functional requirements to avoid unnecessary engineering hours. They then developed the app using a team of eight specialists. It runs on Android and has a .NET backend system. Connected to nursing homes, caregivers, and relatives, it has a user-friendly interface and can support an expanding feature set.

What was the team composition?

We worked with a project manager, a solution architect, a senior business analyst, and eight .NET and Android specialists.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The initial business analysis and design phase gave us a full overview of what we should expect. We used that to launch their MVP, which secured us further funding and a long-term cooperation with one of the leading nursing home providers in Germany.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

It was highly effective. ScaleFocus was always available to answer any questions, share ideas for solutions, and keep us informed of development progress. Their team completed everything as per deadlines and supported us with high-quality deliverables.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We owe a great deal of our success to the dedicated work, knowledge, and technical guidance of ScaleFocus. Therefore, we strongly recommend their services to any startup. They offer transparency and in-depth market analysis and assist in defining key milestones. They turned our idea into a reality.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Looking back, both ScaleFocus and we could have performed quicker, but it was our first experience designing and building a custom application. Pivoting during the process actually helped us deliver a better product.

4.5
Overall Score
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 4.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Managed IT Support for Systems Company

"They have shown unparalleled devotion, punctuality, and willingness to go the extra mile."

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5.0

Quality: 
4.5
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
4.5
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
Confidential
 
Jan. 2012 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

ScaleFocus helped develop a streaming set top box, a hybrid solution that blended cable and over the top TV service, and a digital rights content management platform. 

The Reviewer
 
1-10 Employees
 
Zurich, Switzerland
Rudolf Kiseljak
CEO, AVIQ Systems AG
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

Assistance from ScaleFocus freed the internal team to focus on core business objectives and market expansion. Their agile methodologies, innovative mindset, and deep technical expertise are key to the company's continued growth. The team is always communicative and prompt. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the CEO of AVIQ Systems, which provides innovative solutions at the point where Internet, digital media, and broadcast television converge. Our portfolio includes set top boxes with a supreme (U)HD viewer experience for live TV, video on demand, and catch-up, as well as a full suite of TV services.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ScaleFocus?

We carefully selected ScaleFocus to establish and operate our R&D center for over-the-top video solutions for content aggregators, distributors, and consumers. This project is a crucial stepping stone in our mission to offer an increasing range of products and services.

What were your goals for this project?

Our goal was to develop and continuously improve our Android products and TV streaming services.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We investigated the possibility of finding a reliable partner. I've worked on a variety of IT outsourcing projects and have substantial experience working in India, Ukraine, and China. Bulgarian software engineers possess a work ethic and sense of quality closest to ours. After interviewing several firms, ScaleFocus stood out. 

Describe the project in detail.

Their engineers and consultants have played a key role in our product development, using advanced methods and providing services of the highest quality. We've collaborated on three major projects.

First, we developed a streaming set top box that includes hardware platform management, low-level Android development, the integration of streaming providers on the backend, performance optimization of both software and hardware, UI and UX development, and frontend streaming.

Second, we set up a hybrid solution unifying cable TV and over the top TV. This solution tailors tokens as a service for cable TV operators, joining IPTV and Iegacy broadcasting technology. There are also soft- and hardware performance optimizers. 

Third, we built a digital rights management platform for live and on-demand content. They integrated Microsoft PlayReady, SmoothStreaming, and VeriMatrix with the set top box. Now our devices allow users to watch live TV, movies, TV shows, and applications like YouTube. Its most prominent features include time-shifting, 14 days of EPG, cloud-based video recording, a video on demand store, and 7-day catchup.

What was the team composition?

We always worked with a senior team lead, and the team size varied between three and 10 people. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

With their help, we could focus on our core business activities and open new distribution channels. This new model of cooperation, built on trust and common goals, encouraged our growth and development. The products and services showed constant market growth.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

To achieve our goals, we used the most advanced communication tools and agile practices. Every team member established those processes and streamlined development. We had a continuous process without disruptions, in which both parties openly exchanged ideas and opportunities. Their engineers provided flexible, custom solutions that perfectly matched our expectations. Despite being a new company during the initial stages of our cooperation, their professional demeanor showed their commitment to common growth. 

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Our work began as a typical customer-contractor engagement. After they far exceeded our expectations, it flourished into a mature partnership and strategic alliance. They have shown unparalleled devotion, punctuality, and willingness to go the extra mile. The technical guidance, knowledge, and capabilities of their internal R&D unit proved that they are the best IT partner for us. Their employees were the most impressive part of our experience.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Their team adapted to our requirements in a timely, adequate manner. Тhey should keep their standards the. We've had issues along the way, but can always discuss them and agree. We're quite happy with our partnership, and we respect their decisions and actions. We will continue to use their services, since they have provided high-quality solutions and became a long-term partner.

5.0
Overall Score
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 4.5 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 4.5 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Custom Platform Dev of Job Board

"We strongly recommend them as a trusted software development partner and thank them for their dedication." 

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
4.5
Cost: 
5.0
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
$50,000 to $199,999
 
Mar. 2018 - Jan. 2019
Project summary: 

ScaleFocus developed an online employment platform. They built multiple modules, integrated a job-vacancy database, and introduced flexible search features.

The Reviewer
 
1-10 Employees
 
Sofia, Bulgaria
Yordan Dimitrov
Co-founder, JOB CARE
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

The platform is live, and internal stakeholders are confident in its potential to radically impact job prospects for disabled Bulgarians. ScaleFocus used their technical experience to optimize the platform. They were highly accessible and committed to following through on project requirements.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the co-founder of JOB CARE, an innovative platform that matches businesses and people with disabilities with employment goals.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ScaleFocus?

We needed a partner who would be able to quickly understand and develop a web portal, which would serve as a mediator between businesses and people with special needs.

What were your goals for this project?

The main goal of the JOB CARE platform is to help Bulgarian businesses attract 120,000 people with disabilities into the labor market. Some of its other goals are to educate and train employees and businesses about how to collaborate for optimal end results.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

JOB CARE was implemented with European funding under Operational Programme Human Resources Development. Thus, we launched a public tender procedure to choose the best candidate for the task. After receiving several applications and carefully reviewing them, we decided ScaleFocus was the most suitable vendor.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

The ScaleFocus team successfully delivered the JOB CARE platform, taking into consideration all requirements and implementing all necessary features. They also developed several different modules using the latest technology and following strict security best practices.

The platform facilitates communication between jobseekers and employers using modern, internet-based technologies. End-users have access to a job vacancy database, currently available positions, flexible search capabilities, and different information access channels. The site provides a fast and reliable way to get feedback and establish contact between employees and employers.

What was the team composition?

We worked with a designer, a developer, a QA resource, and a project manager for the whole project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

JOB CARE is a social innovation with the potential to completely transform the reality of disabled people in Bulgaria. Our initiative is gaining momentum, and we can already see the tremendous impact it will have. The site is now live.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

The ScaleFocus team delivered the platform as per the agreed deadlines by complying with all requirements and needs. Their team was always there to help and assist by providing know-how and giving advice on how to proceed in certain areas.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

ScaleFocus was able to quickly grasp our needs, make them their own, and gather a team to deliver a finely-tuned platform. We strongly recommend them as a trusted software development partner and thank them for their dedication. We couldn’t have achieved these results without them.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, not that I can think of.

5.0
Overall Score
  • 4.5 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 5.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Web Dev for a Special Needs Charity

"We strongly recommend them as a partner."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
5.0
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
Confidential
 
June 2016 - June 2017
Project summary: 

ScaleFocus did full-stack web development pro bono. Features included an integrated online store. The solution has launched.

The Reviewer
 
1-10 Employees
 
Bulgaria
Nelly Radeva
CEO, I CAN TOO Foundation
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

The user-friendly site helps visitors locate information easily and facilitates online sales. Customers can expect an accessible and highly communicative partner whose deliverables exceed expectations.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am a Founder and President of I CAN TOO Foundation, an international charity organization supporting children with special needs and their families. We support more than 650 children with special needs and their families and three therapeutic centers.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ScaleFocus?

We needed a partner for web development. As a socially engaged company, ScaleFocus developed our new website pro bono.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted a well-functioning web portal to reach our target groups – families with children with special needs, potential donors, volunteers, and other users – and provide them with the information they need.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

One of our supporters recommended ScaleFocus, and we knew they were the right partner once we met with them. Their specialists have great professional experience.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

ScaleFocus familiarized themselves with our work and goals. After we agreed to a plan for the final look and functionality, they formed a team for full-stack development. They built an innovative and user-friendly web platform with an integrated online store.

What was the team composition?

We worked with a UX/UI designer and two frontend developers.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Visitors to our website can find the information they need. We’ve developed a strong visual identity on our user-friendly platform with an easily navigable online store.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

The team was always available to answer any question we had and kept us informed on the development progress. Our communication was highly effective.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

ScaleFocus did what we thought was impossible in rewriting and developing our new website. We strongly recommend them as a partner. They offer professional solutions and provide support with everything they can.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, we have only positive experience.

5.0
Overall Score
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 5.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer