Big Solutions for Small Enterprises
SmartDev is a Swiss company that focuses on helping businesses develop the technology they need to operate. Anything from websites, apps, to features that improve Customer Experience. Businesses will have bigger and better tech needs, but not all will have the human resources to develop the supporting Tech they need to make their company perform on an ideal level. That's where we come in. For the past five years, our dedicated Swiss and Vietnamese teams have helped businesses with all sizes and markets, develop and implement their ideas. The best part? We provide service in both English and French and we plan to introduce other languages soon. We will be with you every step of the way, from concept to roll out. We'll make sure the final work checks the necessary boxes, is safe, secure, and adds value to your business, but also sets you apart from your competitors. Want to know how we can make your tech dreams come true? Visit https://bit.ly/3hcMWUw to give the first step in revamping your business.
Focus
Portfolio
Smartlink SA, BigPay, Loci Amica, Secotti, Kitchen Pal, AppyGuide
Secoti
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BigPay App
BigPay is an app with a card that allows its users to spend, send, receive and track money anywhere in the world.
KitchenPal App
KitchenPal (iCuisto) is the only pantry manager, grocery list, and recipe ideas app, all rolled into one. You can use one just feature or all; and the app learns and provides suggestions the more you use it, just like a personal assistant.
AppyGuide
AppyGuide is an easy and convenient way to explore when you travel. All of our audio guides are easily accessible on your phone. Wherever you go, you can find a story to listen to.
Reviews
the project
Development for Wallet Application Solution
“The overall quality and communication with the experienced Agile development management and developers is great.”
the reviewer
the review
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.
Introduce your business and what you do there.
We are a mobile wallet application solution provider for banks and card issuers. I am the founder and CEO.
What challenge were you trying to address with SmartDev?
I needed disciplined Agile mobile developers who performed well and were cost effective. We had previous bad experiences in India, Ukraine, Romania, and Morocco.
What was the scope of their involvement?
SmartDev was involved with development on Android, iOS, backend, and design.
How did you come to work with SmartDev?
Out of all the offshore development experiences I have worked with in my life, Vietnam offers the best English skills, discipline, and overall performance. I started with another firm, then moved to SmartDev since they offered better prices and a better work environment for the developers; quality was proven over time to be there.
How much have you invested with SmartDev?
We had 22-24 permanent developers and 2 product owners. We spent approximately $50,000 per month including regular overtime.
What is the status of this engagement?
The collaboration is ongoing. It started in January 2015.
Could you share any evidence that would demonstrate the productivity, quality of work, or the impact of the engagement?
As we work on white label products for banks, I am rarely allowed to share my client’s names, but the quality has been satisfactory for Swiss banks, and myself. Most of the success comes from also managing them properly, which has worked well for me because they are overall professional. My previous frustrations with other firms have not been an issue here.
What did you find most impressive about SmartDev?
The overall quality and communication with the experienced Agile development management and developers is great. In regards to their location, Da Nang, Vietnam, it is always a pleasure to be onsite for extended periods of time. Their office is clean, with European standards, and has proper internet and video conferencing abilities which are crucial for managing remote development teams.
Are there any areas SmartDev could improve?
The time zone difference is the only real drawback, but if one gets up early its fine. This can’t really be improved. What is important in remote management is to manage the developers properly with regular skype/video meetings and a proper service desk/Jira. The issues we have had have been contained to the occasional developer considering his worth and asking for a raise, which inevitably is transferred to me for the final decision to raise or replace that resource.
The quality of the work SmartDev produced far surpassed other vendors, as well as their diligent project management style.