SKOUMAL, s.r.o.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CTO of Poetizer, a social network for poetry.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with SKOUMAL, s.r.o.?

We needed help building a new version of our platform.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They were responsible for the analysis, design, development, and communication during our MVP project. They built our website and mobile apps for iOS and Android. The platform has user registration and interaction through typical social media functions such as comments, likes, and followers.

There was an issue with the migration of profiles from the previous platform as we needed to keep users, passwords, and other data. SKOUMAL, s.r.o. was able to migrate with no problems.

What is the team composition?

We worked with 5–7 people from their team, including the CEO, who was the main partner. For the second phase, we connected directly with the developers of each platform, with around six people involved.

How did you come to work with SKOUMAL, s.r.o.?

They won our tender because of the pricing, the delivery dates, and their people. They delivered what they promised from the beginning, which was the key thing for us.

How much have you invested with them?

The total cost was around 1 million Czech korunas (approximately $30,000–$40,000 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked with them October 2018–April 2019. We’re looking to expand the functionalities of the platform, so we’re still in touch with them.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We have some data from our support team, which is responsible for the communication with our users. There were small bugs related to the web platform, but overall, nothing too serious.

How did SKOUMAL, s.r.o. perform from a project management standpoint?

The MVP project was set for four months, but it took six months to complete, which they were flexible with. They’re a young company, but the collaboration was perfect. It was mostly done via Slack and video calls.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They’re a part of our team and are young, flexible, and responsible. Their communication and delivery management are amazing for us. They delivered what they promise, which was important for us and our users.

Are there any areas they could improve?

We don’t have face-to-face meetings with them, so a more human touch could improve our collaboration, though we haven’t requested it. On some occasions, it took us a bit more time to explain requirements.

Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?

I recommend them for a scope similar to ours, but I have no specific tips.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Project manager of RYXOO UNIVERSAL s.r.o.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a group of job portals where there are daily new and verified job offers and temporary jobs.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire SKOUMAL, s.r.o. to accomplish?

• Redesign and UX
• Improved mobile app functionality

SOLUTION

How did you find SKOUMAL, s.r.o.?

• Online Search

Why did you select SKOUMAL, s.r.o. over others?

• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from SKOUMAL, s.r.o. were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

New version of the application and development of other functions.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our users spend more time in the app and return to it more often.

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

The cooperation was fine in everything - they deliver tasks on time and are willing.

What was your primary form of communication with SKOUMAL, s.r.o.?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

We like their system of work and project management.

Are there any areas for improvement or something SKOUMAL, s.r.o. could have done differently?

Now all areas of their work are fine.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am a tax manager at a multinational professional services firm that provides tax, accounting, assurance, and advisory services to various clients.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire SKOUMAL, s.r.o.?

We hired them to develop a mobile application.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted a new platform to replace our old and outdated one.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Not only were they a Czech-based vendor familiar with the local market, but they also offered the most value for the best price.

Describe the project in detail.

SKOUMAL created a new app that displays news to our clients, promotes our services and events, and attracts new employees through job postings. 

What was the team composition?

The team consisted of a tax manager and a knowledge management specialist.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We are very satisfied with the application, which has received a lot of positive feedback. 

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The workflow was very effective with seamless communication.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They were eager to understand our business.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No.