Stack Summation

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the director of three separate limited companies — a timber trading company and two financial services companies.

What challenge were you trying to address with Stack Summation?

Because our sites are in HTML, we were having difficulties updating them. We wanted to implement administrator and database functionalities into three of our websites, but we didn’t have the in-house expertise needed when it came to database design and PHP development.

What was the scope of their involvement?

Stack Summation handled three different projects for the three different companies that I am the director of. They provided database design and HTML development services across three sites.

The first project was for the timber trading company. Working on an HTML site that we already owned, they implemented a database into the site’s frontend so that administrators could log in, add news articles, change our members’ images, and update our prices. 

The second and third projects were for the two financial services sites, and they’re quite similar in terms of scope. We already had existing template HTML sites, but they weren’t really fit for their purpose. Stack Summation redeveloped the sites’ webpages and added a database functionality as well as an admin panel that enabled users to update their information and respond to inquiries.

Additionally, they handled the sites’ SEO, optimizing the header tags, descriptions, and page titles to help us rank higher in Google. Now, they’re tasked with providing maintenance services for all three sites.

What is the team composition?

I’ve primarily worked with Keyur (CEO & Co-Founder), but I’ve also worked with another person.

How did you come to work with Stack Summation?

I found them through a freelancing platform. I actually interviewed half a dozen other companies, but Stack Summation was by far the best at communicating and understanding the project, so I went with them.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent around $18,000 in total for all three sites.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in June 2020, and the engagement is ongoing.

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

We’re now on the first and second pages of Google for the search terms that we wanted, and we’re seeing a remarkable increase in our traffic and engagement as well.

All of the projects that Stack Summation handled started out as mere ideas only, but they were still able to make those sites work without any problems and do exactly what we needed them to do. So overall, we’re really impressed with all of the work they’ve done.

How did Stack Summation perform from a project management standpoint?

We have a shared spreadsheet that we use to track our tasks and deadlines. Stack Summation is really prompt in terms of getting work done and responding to emails. They deliver on time and within the budget, and they always respond to our messages within an hour.

Aside from that, they’re really great at planning and implementation. For instance, they have been able to spot and address problems and potential issues along the way, most of which we wouldn’t have found without their help.

We communicate through email, WhatsApp, Zoom, and Skype.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I’m really impressed with Stack Summation’s communication skills. They’re brilliant at communicating their ideas and processes in a simple, easily understandable manner — they’re able to relay complex information in a way that someone without any understanding of web development could understand. This has made for a very seamless experience; we tell them what we want and they go and do it without confusing us with all of the technical details.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I wouldn’t say that there’s anything they could do to improve — they’ve done everything the way I asked them to do it, so I just can’t say anything bad about them.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Make sure to use them and their services with confidence. It may also be helpful to prepare a scope of work before starting your project. I found that having a document that establishes the specifications of their work is helpful in ensuring a seamless process.

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a business analyst at a technology consulting company.

What challenge were you trying to address with Stack Summation?

We needed help with custom mobile application development.

What was the scope of their involvement?

We already had the design and wireframes of the application, but they built the solution for Android and iOS. They developed the solution on the Ionic platform. It’s a coupon app with several search features. Users can search based on location — city or zip code — or keyword. The app also delivers push notifications, and coupons are available in a list or a map view. If a user is traveling, the user can see a map of the deals around them.

What is the team composition?

I mainly worked with one person, the developer themselves.

How did you come to work with Stack Summation?

I came on after the project started. I believe one of our HR people interviewed several firms. That’s our usual process for every project.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent around $10,000–$25,000 with them.

What is the status of this engagement?

We’ve worked together since April 2019.

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

This app was for our client, and it’s taken off. It’s done very well and developed a lot of interests. There’s a lot of user growth and activity growth. There was an existing app, an old version, but there wasn’t a large response to it.

How did Stack Summation perform from a project management standpoint?

I usually communicated via email or on Microsoft Teams. The majority of the team was very easy. I didn’t have any trouble. They’re always available for a call if needed.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They’re very committed. There were times when, especially working with the Ionic platform (frequent updates required), when it took longer than we estimated. It wasn’t their fault, though, merely a consequence of how Ionic works with iOS apps. Other developers have told me the same thing. Stack Summation has always been committed to performing their best and completing the task on time. They would work late nights as well to finish up. I really appreciated that.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don’t know if they could have known about the updating issue with iOS beforehand.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Make sure you give a heads up and allocate enough time. Communicate as best you can so there’s less guesswork on their side.

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are a blockchain company based in the UAE. We have Blockchain solutions that can be implemented to any and every industry. I am a Senior Talent Acquisition Manager.

For what projects/services did your company hire Stack Summation?

They worked on a project that required some web development work. They helped us with the AG-GRID part of the project.

What were your goals for this project?

We needed to implement an implement a new tech which is AG-GRID to our web development project.

How did you select this vendor?

We came across Stack Summation on Upwork.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

We needed to implement an implement a new tech which is AG-GRID to our web development project.

What was the team composition?

We had our Solutions architects and Project managers work closely with the people from Stack Summation.

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

Our project was delivered at the right time and the results were good.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Stack Summation worked well with our team and they were easily reachable.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They worked well with our team and they stuck to their promises and delivery date.

Are there any areas for improvement?

At this moment of time I cant think of anything.

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Director of a startup UK based online web platform.

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

We required a custom built database. The technology we opted for was Laravel PHP and with other technologies built into the stack. We also required a huge amount of back-end functionality including admin management functions. We needed the technology to be adaptable as we are a startup tech business and may need to implement new functionality of the project developed.

How did you select Stack Summation and what were the deciding factors?

Their communication was immediate and concise from the start of the project and still continues to be reliable, honest and prompt.

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

Working from an agreed scopte of work document.

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

I have worked with two members of the team. The business owner and a member of their technical development team.

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

The project was completed exactly as per the specification document without a single problem. There were some issues with the hosting company we used, however this was our own error and Keuyur helped us overcome this very quickly.

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

Very consultative. No problems communicating at times that are suitable for us excellent attention to details.

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

We were impressed that no matter what we we asked them to do, they were capable of implementing any added functionality and our platform now functions exactly the way we had imaged from the outset.

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

Nothing comes to mind.

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the founder adviser of apnaamerica

For what projects/services did your company hire Stack Summation?

We hired Stack Summation to develop core value for apnaamerica using niche technologies.

What were your goals for this project?

Apnaamerica - one of the Indian/desi community online platforms, currently under development phase, basically this platform will help for community information feed across USA states, it is going to be free for blogs, events postings, Indian events tickets selling, business advertisements and movies trailer shows, shipping needs from India to USA and movies ticket buying.

How did you select this vendor?

Apnaamerica a community site, it is partially non profit online platform, I was looking for small startup group to help me with reasonable way, i found Stack Summation fits for our budget, so we were looking for 3 resources architect, BA, one developer (He has mixed knowledge - front end, UI/UX and api services).

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

1. Get things as expected 2. Work on major delivery on December 2019 3. Make home page design as easy to use and look good. 4. Blog post category and event post as expected to be scope for Dec 2019

What was the team composition?

It is ongoing about 3 resources are involved: architect, BA, one developer (He has mixed knowledge - front end, UI/UX and api services).

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

Getting things as expected, delivery is happening in a good way.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Communication is effective and they provide regular updates

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Best part is dedication, quality and good communication.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Ours is ongoing project & our main aim to make site more customer attractive design– I recommend them to enhance skills more in design (UI/UX)

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the director of Tactus Ayuway, a company that provides healthcare and wellness-related products that are 100% Ayurvedic.

For what projects/services did your company hire Stack Summation?

We hired them for web design and web application development.

How did you select this vendor?

After looking at several software solutions providers, we selected Stack Summation because their project analysis was excellent compared to other vendors. They provided good suggestions for our requirements and provided a clear timeline. In the end, we were convinced by their approach and costing.

Describe the project in detail.

We required user payout information, a business tree, a generation tree, and franchisee accounts, which would be managed by Stack Summation. Our web application has three types of users: administrator, customer, and franchisee. Users can buy our product and refer it to others using our web application.

What was the team composition?

About five persons were involved: a project manager, one tech lead, two developers, and a graphic and web designer.

What outcomes or results can you share that demonstrate progress and/or success?

Everything they’ve done is perfect and well managed. They delivered beyond our expectations.

How effective was the project management?

It was effective. Not only did they give us realistic demo dates, but they also met all of the deadlines for the modules. Aside from providing regular updates, we could communicate with them 24/7. Sometimes, we were not able to find the right words to explain what we wanted, but they understood us despite the language barrier.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We were impressed by the quality and methodology of their work.

What tips or recommendations do you have?

I recommend them for their quality output and technical skills. I will definitely work with them in future.

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are an IT company providing services to our clients. I am the CEO of the Company

For what projects/services did your company hire Stack Summation?

It is related to Organization Management

What were your goals for this project?

Goals were to keep good Quality of Code, Deliver in less time, Productivity

How did you select this vendor?

I had gone through their website and then interviewed the developers and I selected them.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

They developed the whole project from Design to Testing.

What was the team composition?

It is about 2 Developers

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

Due to timely delivery, we were able to deliver our product to our clients.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Their project management is impressive compared to others.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Developers are technical and understand all requirements very quickly.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I don't think so.

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are a real time flight and hotel booking portal. We also provide custom and group packages to DUBAI and Zambia.

For what projects/services did your company hire Stack Summation?

Stack Summation was hired for custom software development of the site

What were your goals for this project?

For a fast, efficient and secure booking portal customized to the needs of local clients

How did you select this vendor?

I have had past working experience with Stack Summation and they have proved to be a hard working company and have delivered on my expectations.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

A customized and secure payment solution was developed that does not require credit card payment gateways.

What was the team composition?

My interaction is with Stack Summations development team assigned to me.

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

The project is in going and I am sure Stack Sunmation will be hired by us again for continuous work on the project.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Project management has been smooth.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The capability to understand my requirements and execute on them.

Are there any areas for improvement?

The company is solid.