Supersourcing

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the CTO of Fit Shuffle. We provide distinct workout guides crafted by fitness experts that specialize in diverse training techniques. Our style takes away the guesswork and monotony from working out.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EngineerBabu?

We already had a pilot app in a hybrid environment, but it had a few issues. EngineerBabu came in to revamp the app using standard plugins.

What were your goals for this project?

We set out to build a user-friendly, intuitive mobile app with a rich UX/UI.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We researched around five mobile app developers. EngineerBabu’s past clients provided good references, which made our decision easy.

Describe the project in detail.

We had a series of discovery meetings where we established well-documented requirements and approval processes. Basecamp stores all our project details, documents, and communications.

What was the team composition?

We’re working with a 15-member team from EngineerBabu, including a project manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The app is currently undergoing QA and will launch in the middle of June. The process has been reliable and smooth so far.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Our project managers work together well, and Basecamp has been critical. They’re very easy to work with.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I’ve been blown away by their mobile and web app knowledge.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I’m not aware of anything at this time. Their team is awesome when given fleshed-out requirements.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the CEO and co-founder of Darlingo. It’s a relationship app that helps users connect with others based on the languages they speak.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EngineerBabu?

I needed help with app development.

What were your goals for this project?

I wanted to create the app, then launch it.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

I initially found them online. After speaking with their team, I was pleased with their ideas and decided they’d be a good fit for the project.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

They’re designing and developing the iOS mobile app and creating a corresponding website.

What was the team composition?

I work with a project manager, two iOS developers, a backend developer, a business analyst, a database administrator, and a tester.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Currently, EngineerBabu is working on our prototype. So far, they’ve been instrumental in our progress.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

They manage their workflow very well. We have an excellent relationship. The team is available, responsive, and professional. All of my questions and requests are quickly addressed.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I’m most impressed with their creative skills. When we tested their work with users, the design received unanimous praise. They’ve also been very flexible and responsive, accommodating our changing needs.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Unfortunately, the first project manager assigned to our account left the company midway through our project. The change caused some minor delays and miscommunications. However, they filled the position with another staff member who was already familiar with the project and quickly rectified the situation in a professional manner.

UPDATED REVIEW

This review was updated on March 19th, 2019, by the client. The original star ratings were: Overall- 4.5, Quality- 4.5, Schedule- 4, Cost- 5, NPS- 5. New content is below: 

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the CEO and co-founder of Darlingo, the only relationship app that allows you to meet someone special based on the language they speak.

For what projects/services did your company hire EngineerBabu?

We needed web and mobile app development.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted a finished product we could launch onto the app store.

How did you select this vendor?

We were impressed by their reviews, and they offered an affordable price point. They had also created previous apps in the same sector.

Describe the project in detail.

They did full-stack development based on my original idea. They also did testing and helped us launch the iOS app onto the app store.

What was the team composition?

I worked with a project manager, two iOS developers, a backend developer, a business analyst, a database administrator, and a tester.

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

They’ve been instrumental in our progress as we’ve moved from prototyping to launch. They also created an excellent website.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

They’ve managed it well and we have an excellent relationship. They answered all my questions and fulfilled my requests quickly. They’ve also been very flexible, accommodating our changing needs.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They used their creative skills to create designs which received unanimous praise from test users.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Unfortunately, the first project manager assigned to our account left the company midway through our project. The change caused some minor delays and miscommunications. However, they filled the position with another staff member who was already familiar with the project and quickly rectified the situation in a professional manner.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Founder of the car and bike pooling app, which is for the students and working persons to share their ride and share the expenses

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EngineerBabu?

For complete android application, I hired Engineerbabu

What were your goals for this project?

To cut down the expenses of travel of all the students and professional workers, by this we can also reduce the no of vehicle running on road and exit the pollution in some manner

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Engineeringbabu CEO was our known person so as per her image in the IT market we selected the vendor, also their salespeople seems confident about the project so out of 3 vendors we finalized them on the cost which they agreed.

Can you go into detail about the services they provided and the scope of the project?

Project should start from the designing and till the development, they have discussed scope of the project multiple times, even we have visited their office to reduce the miscommunication, but they have delayed the project and started the project after 3 months of time. Their designs were so kiddish when I asked them for the change they stopped working on the project, and was charging us huge ammount.

What was the team composition?

Earlier as per the contract, they said they will involve 6 people but they just include 4 member from the team. Also, they were changing their Project Managers very frequently, I talked with 4 different persons who were point of contact.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Their delayed timeline and as they stopped the service in mid has cost me a huge loss in terms of business and marketing. I put my hard earned money and they have declined working on my project.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

They changed the project manager very frequent due to this we faced lots of miscommunication, no proper response from the team. Their top management closed the project without any prior notice, they shared the code which other vendors denied to work.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Nothing as such, our decision was bad to choose them

Are there any areas where they can improve?

Their working style is very poor. From start to end, they did not have clarity about the project. Their casual attitude leads my project in bad loss, company is not in good hands

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the founder of the Buddy application.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EngineerBabu?

We needed resources to develop a travel app for iOS and Android.

What were your goals for this project?

Our goal was to create an app that would benefit all travelers who are fond of exploring new places.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

After proposing our idea to EngineerBabu, we discussed the app with the technical team, and they gave us a quote. We then presented them with a demo and development plan, which their project manager used to establish regular milestones. Once we tested their technical competency, we felt confident that their skills aligned with our needs.

Describe the project in detail.

EngineerBabu developed an iOS/Android app that allows customers to learn more about travel destinations and connect with local guides called buddies.

The app features two modules: a customer side and a buddy side. After registering, customers can view a detailed list of available buddies on the home screen. They can then select a buddy, exchange information, and interact with them (e.g., chat, photo, video).

Buddies must also sign up to act as local guides. They submit their personal details and payment information through the app for an admin to approve. Once they join the buddy network, they’re free to accept or deny guide requests from customers.

Other functionalities include voice messaging, document sharing, and location sharing. EngineerBabu also integrated a payment system along with a rating system so that customers could rate each buddy.

What was the team composition?

They assigned a project manager, two full-stack developers, a tester, an Android/iOS developer, and a database administrator.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

EngineerBabu completed the app with great expertise, and everything is running well. Our product helps people learn about different cities by allowing users to quickly find local guides.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The project was well-coordinated using Basecamp, so we could see our progress at every step of the process.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I was most impressed by their input and fast replies. Their technical team is hardworking, and they suggested ways to improve our project model to make it more efficient.

Are there any areas for improvement?

They’re great, but they’ll have to increase their team size as time goes on.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the co-founder of Achumen Technologies Pvt. Ltd, a business and technology solution provider. We also develop web-based apps for our clients.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EngineerBabu?

We needed EngineerBabu to develop a hybrid app. We were market testing a wine industry product called Snozzle.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to launch an app that was compatible with Android and iOS platforms.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

After researching a few mobile app developers, we chose EngineerBabu for the project.

Describe the project in detail.

EngineerBabu developed the hybrid app to have multiple functions, including a wine sommelier’s vocabulary list and the ability to generate a wine profile report. They built a share feature into the platform, as well. After creating the app, they spent one month testing its performance.

What was the team composition?

They provided a business analyst, project manager, web developer, QA analyst, two senior Android developers, and two senior iOS developers.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The market feedback reflects the high-quality of EngineerBabu's work. The final product exceeded what we originally envisioned. We were pleased with the collaboration.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

They were available whenever we needed. The business analyst coordinated the development, and their project manager took over in the later stages. The management transitioned seamlessly.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They managed our expectations and delivered more than they promised. Additionally, their team was humble and respectful.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I can’t think of any improvements—they’re a great, young team that will learn as they grow.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO and founder of Showground. We're a music event discovery application. Our software allows users to browse festivals through an approach that’s not possible on similar apps. The platform also contains tools to help streamline the booking process for artists and venues.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with EngineerBabu?

As the company founder, I started with an idea and some drawings. I needed a qualified development firm to build the app from the ground up.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

EngineerBabu led the app development process every step of the way. Their designers created the software’s frontend interface based on the wireframes I provided. Then, the developers handled all the technical requirements. That included understanding our needs and recommending a framework that could deliver. They built the native application for iOS and Android using Swift and Java, respectively. The backend was built using CodeIgniter and a PHP framework. They helped develop that app’s landing page to coincide with the platform’s launch.

Despite the platform only being an MVP at the moment, they programmed a feature that lets users log in to our software from Facebook, Spotify, or Google. The apps current build is designed for users in the Seattle area that want information regarding upcoming live music events. EngineerBabu implemented GPS features within the app to create an experience tailored toward our specific market. Once the app gets more users and traction, we’ll likely be working together full-time. The platform will need a lot of support in the future.

What is the team composition?

I interacted with the CEO, a director, a project manager, the lead software developer, and a designer. They assigned additional resources as needed.

How did you come to work with EngineerBabu?

While I have a background in managing engineers, my experience doesn’t include software development. So, I considered taking a programming boot camp to get my project off the ground. My research led me to one of EngineerBabu’s blogs. It seemed like they had the resources available to help me, so I contacted them. Our relationship evolved from there.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent $47,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

The majority of their involvement with us took place from May­–October 2018.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We’ve only been live on The App Store for a month, so it’s too early for accurate metrics. I’m working on using the app to build up its database of artists, but it’s a bad time of the year for shows due to all the holidays. Thus far, people have reacted positively to app’s visual design and fluidity.

How did EngineerBabu perform from a project management standpoint?

They use Mantis Bug Tracker to document coding issues and assign QA resources. If anything crashes the app, it immediately reports the problem back to EngineerBabu. Most of the bugs I’ve noticed are a result of trying new approaches and working through potential iterations. The approval process took some time to optimize, but we figured out the best way to handle everything.

Overall, the project manager did a great come keeping the process organized. The whole team was easy to get ahold of and open to collaboration. We used Basecamp to track assignments, but I’d mainly communicate with them via Skype, WhatsApp, or email.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I appreciate EngineerBabu’s competitive pricing. Considering the design quality they delivered, I can’t believe what I received for the price I paid. They’re a valuable resource, so I hope to continue leveraging them in the future.

Are there any areas they could improve?

At the moment, I can’t say for sure that everything was properly documented. However, I plan to review that with them soon. However, they’re staying involved with the platform, so I’m not worried about a subsequent project handoff.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Make sure to understand the project’s requirements and communicate that to EngineeringBabu. Open lines of communication are especially important when not working with a team side-by-side. To that end, I recommend asking for updates frequently to ensure that miscommunications are kept to a minimum.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m a project manager at Major Life Style Pvt Ltd. We’re a garment manufacturing company that manufactures and export all kinds of women’s wear.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EngineerBabu?

We needed to develop a dynamic, mobile-responsive e-commerce site.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to launch our fashion brand with a site that allows customers to mix and match styles and prints in their garments.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We read amazing reviews of EngineerBabu on various websites. They seemed knowledgeable when we discussed the project and assured me they could deliver everything as requested.

Can you go into detail about the services they provided and the scope of the project?

They developed the site’s backend admin panel and frontend. Unlike a normal e-commerce site, we wanted to implement non-traditional features such as B2B order forms and WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger integrations. The website was supposed to be completely mobile responsive and dynamic.

What was the team composition?

We were supposed to have a senior graphic designer, a web designer, a backend designer, a frontend designer, a tester, a project manager, and a server expert. However, only 2–3 people worked on the project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

EngineerBabu delivered after a four-month delay, launching a bug-filled site that was incapable of taking orders. We’d already submitted 90% of their payment at that point.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

They mismanaged every part of the project, which led to heavy losses for us. They didn’t take charge of updating me about their progress, so I was forced to call their project manager about everything.

After they delivered a non-functioning product well past the deadline, I reached out to their management. They told me they’d waive the final 10% of the payment and suggested I hire a freelancer to finish the project.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

There was nothing. On the other hand, I felt disappointed working with them.

Are there any areas where they can improve?

They ought to improve their project and client management, product development, payments, and on-time delivery processes.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the product manager for a consulting company that specializes in CRM, MMM, and marketing analytics with a focus on using AI.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EngineerBabu?

We wanted their team to help build the user interface for our AI-based product that tracks email open rates to assist marketers in maximizing their returns from these campaigns.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted them to build the user interface using a multi-tenant web application and SaaS.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

One of my colleagues referred the vendor to us. We reached out to them to see their portfolio and request a project proposal. We found them to be the best vendor for our project.

Can you go into detail about the services they provided and the scope of the project?

Their team helped us with the general graphic design of the user interface by translating the low-fidelity wireframes into high-fidelity screens. Next, they translated the screens into a working web application using Angular JS.

What was the team composition?

The team consisted of a project manager, point of contact, frontend engineer for the HTML/CSS component, and a backend engineer who worked on the Angular JS framework. One employee was the overall technical lead and another employee oversaw the graphic design elements.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The senior stakeholders of KYTE were impressed by the overall user experience of the web application. The rest of our staff and clients also relayed positive feedback about the application. The project was delivered on time with exceptional quality.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Our project manager worked effectively to deliver the project on time and with the best quality. He was very receptive to our technical and functional concerns and addressed them in a timely manner. He worked closely and frequently with me to discuss challenges and resolve issues.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The team focused on every element of the project from start to finish. The overall management, design, development, and testing. The team worked well around all the technical challenges that we encountered. Each team member has a diverse skill set that serves a purpose for every phase of the project and works diligently to ensure optimal quality.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m a national coordinator at Tata Consultancy Services. We’re an IT consultancy group with offices located internationally.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EngineerBabu?

We needed resources to build a system that we could use to verify our prospective employees’ credentials. Users would access the system through an online portal. The main area of development included data analytics, process improvement, and security.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to make a robust system using the latest technology to help automate some of our hiring processes.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

A friend referred them to me, so I reached out to them and talked with two of their clients. After looking at some samples of their code, I decided to go with them.

Can you go into detail about the services they provided and the scope of the project?

Since thousands of people needed to access the portal, we focused on implementing security measures and maintenance functions. They built the system using Angular, Node, and MongoDB and tracked the QA using Mantis Bug Tracker and Git. The final product featured record management, data analytics, and automated emails for specific triggers.

What was the team composition?

We worked with a project manager, three backend developers, a frontend developer, a QA tester, and a cross-platform developer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Their team did a wonderful job, demonstrating serious commitment and fast execution. The system currently handles over 90,000 users and works smoothly.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Unlike other IT companies that have good developers but lack strong project management, EngineerBabu provided an experienced delivery head. The team was professional from day one, delivering quality work within the established time frame. Occasionally, there were minor performance issues. However, they responded promptly to address those challenges. In terms of communication, we collaborated using Skype.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I appreciated their fast delivery, well-structured project management, and strong end product. They were a great value for our money.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the co-founder and CTO for Open Money. Located in Mumbai and Bengaluru, Open is a financial technology startup that focuses on empowering micro entrepreneurs to manage cash flows, automate accounting, and obtain easy access to credit lines. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EngineerBabu?

We hired them to create the HTML pages for our frontend. 

What were your goals for this project?

Our primary goal was to meet an aggressive timeline. The project’s complexity required at least 60-90 days for completion, but we wanted it in 45. 

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We had had some disappointing experiences with previous vendors regarding low quality work or overpriced quotes, so we were particularly cautious. We shared our previous experiences with them and discussed our requirements, specifically the timeline. The EngineerBabu team took the challenge head-on.   

Can you go into detail about the services they provided and the scope of the project?

They laid out the initial plan and provided all project management. They used a central Git repository to track updated codes for us to test and maintained a Zoho sheet for bug tracking. Because of our strict timeline, we used WhatsApp for quick communication, and all issues were reported and resolved in real time.

What was the team composition?

The team included one project manager, one web designer, and two frontend developers. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The project was developed on time.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

After the project manager established an execution plan and explicit milestones, they followed a standard management process. Modules were divided into tasks, and tasks were divided among teams and allocated fixed timelines. The whole project was divided into three sprints, and Excel sheets with detailed work scopes were maintained for each sprint.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We appreciated the direct access to developers.  

Are there any areas where they can improve?

They need to improve their communication.