tectera

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

The founder of PICKLE Sri Lanka, a maverick digital agency based in Colombo

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We've had the pleasure to work with Visha and his team at Tectera over a number of projects. As a digital agency, our needs have varied from client to client as the solutions provided were unique to each case. Tectera as a team was able to give us coherent solutions for all our needs from e-commerce, webapps, WordPress, HTML5, java to php and more.

Tectera and the team was hired to give us an end-to-end solution for a mobile marketplace website that had complete vendor management and a seamless frontend UI/UX for comparing prices of mobile phones within the domestic market.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

As an experienced digital agency servicing clients over a long period of time, we've dealt with many vendors found both offline and online. When we found Tectera through an agency network, it is their simplicity in understanding the brief and the ability to match the right technology for the brief (both in the short and long run) was super impressive, we immediately signed up.

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

We had an extensive meeting with the client listing down KDs that included complete vendor and user management, product management, dynamic and seamless frontend UI that fetched data from third party resources and display them separately under different data labels. HTML5 and PHP based solution.

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

An experienced Business Analyst and two more senior developers handling both the frontend and backend separately.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

It was an unmeasurable success as the product delivered had not only achieved key deliverables, but went beyond to include more features such as a search engine with options to filter upto 12 different specifications.

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

We had weekly meetings with the Business Analyst who would give us a round up of upto date progress, explaining us the revisions and taking in feedback from client whilst scheduling the next phase of work. The team at Tectera planned the project over 3 stages and was able to achieve each stage on time. We were on Jira the whole time and was quite happy with their response time.

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

They took action over changes and issues in a short time, which was the most impressive

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

There was none.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Co-Founder of nyle.LK one of the leading Online stationery Trading Platform in Sri lanka.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

We saw a high demand in Online Purchases for Stationery and we wanted specialize only in School and Office Stationery. We designed our dream with Tectera.

SOLUTION

How did you select tectera and what were the deciding factors?

We Got numerous quotes and Proposals . We have shortlisted many developing firms in the basis of Cost, Time, Portfolio & No. Of Years in the business . Finally We have handover our dream Project to the best firm in the Market.

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

Initially we started comparing Opencart and Wordpress for development then our management have desired to go with wordpress due to User Friendliness and SEO healthy .

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

A Project Manager and 2 backend developer, 1 Graphic Designer and everything was personally monitored by one of the Director.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

It was User-friendly and had a good SEO Health initially, We ranked top in many keywords within 2-3 Months.

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

We had a meeting using Zoom at least two wise a week for until the launch of the site. Time Management was awesome since we we can clarify any doubts literally at any time . They were awesome and friendly, and the team taught everything about the business management

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

The experience and the portfolio they have was impressive this leads us to give the project to them.

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

They should improve communication between clients and keep regular meetings and listen to the client.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the founder of Dihan de Silva Photography which is a brand that focuses on Food photography

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire tectera?

I wanted to reach out to a bigger market hence the website was an essential requirement to showcase the portfolio.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

Looking at their portfolio and cost I felt the team was perfect for the job. After an initial chat they understood the brief therefore I felt they were the better option considering the decision making factors.

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

The first stage of the project was to understand the brief I gave the team, they were on top of it from the first meeting and submitted design layout options for my selection. They also outlined the pros and cons of each project, Cost for additional plugins and Future improvements that can be done.

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

Total of 3. Designer , Client Servicing and Top management

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The website allowed me to tap into a new market segment within the country and also was able to reach out to foreign markets as it was easier with such a website.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The project management team was very attentive and responded fast with accommodation to the changes that I gave some that were ad-hoc from my end ( like submitting the portfolio work )

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

The factor that made me very happy with them was the turnaround time and the accommodation of the changes that were made. they were not reluctant at all.

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

I think the way they work right now the flow is very easy. If they can maintain it would be great.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Marketing Manager. We have been in the industry for 40 years.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

Website Development, SEO,

SOLUTION

How did you select tectera and what were the deciding factors?

The company was recommended by the management. After reviewing their previous projects. The company decided to go ahead with Tectera.

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

We had a couple of meeting to discuss our goals and objectives. From that stage onwards the team delivered mockups and wireframes for our site. Their team designed and developed a very informative site that reflects our school's services.

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

The project manager was our main point of contact throughout the process. there was one developer who was communicating with us.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The management was happy with the layout and the design of the website. And the viewers now have a better understanding of our services and it is easy to navigate from page to page.

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

Very easy to work with. If there are any delays the project manager will inform us.

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

They were easy to work with, and their on-time delivery was impressive. After we launched the site, there were few changes we wanted and they were very quick to fix the issues.

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

No.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the managing director at Shinrai Lanka Private Limited, a project-based IoT company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with tectera?

We wanted to develop our digital online presence.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We started by giving a context on our company’s history, and tectera then developed our website from scratch with a customized WordPress template. They used a dedicated cloud server exclusively for our website. They designed the website, UI/UX, and some graphics content. Additionally, they produced media, one of which is a video for our home page.

The site is already live, but they continue to manage our social media platforms, specifically Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. For our social media marketing, they came up with written and visual content. The team also works on SEO and PPC to get our rankings up.

What is the team composition?

I coordinate directly with their project manager and digital marketing lead. I work with about four people on the marketing side, while the development team consists of around 6–7 teammates.

How did you come to work with tectera?

They were recommended to me.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent $30,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in April 2019, and it’s ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

tectera created a comprehensive, mobile-friendly website with colors that flowed while remaining within our brand guidelines. We only had a digital marketing budget of $100, but they’ve managed to give us a revenue of about $15,000. Overall, we are pleased with tectera’s work. If our clients need more detail, we send them straight to our website, and everything they need is presented clearly to them.

How did tectera perform from a project management standpoint?

Their project management is excellent — they stick to the deadlines and are very responsive and professional. We communicate through email and WhatsApp.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They give very professional and high-quality service at a highly competitive price.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They don’t have many shortcomings. However, it would’ve been nice if they could’ve worked on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn at the same time instead of working on them separately. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Have weekly meetings and make sure you review everything at once. They’re flexible, but it’s good to have weekly meetings to make sure everything is on schedule.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the DIRECTOR of INNOVA COST CONSULTING

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

cost control & project mgmt.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire tectera to accomplish?

• website development

SOLUTION

How did you find tectera?

Online Search

Why did you select tectera over others?

• High ratings
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from tectera were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Website Design from scratch - including about us, projects, contact information, colour scheme, logo/ branding etc. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

More visibility online to market the business and contact with future potential customers

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

good team - easy to understand and communicate on phase by phase and each milestone before and after launch...

What was your primary form of communication with tectera?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They were based in Sri Lanka and Canada and had good English language skills. They understood business models well and had a good tiered pricing structure.

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

no

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the CEO of a software company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Tectera was the best decision for our online growth

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire tectera to accomplish?

• Online presence
• Marketing
• Social Media Handling

SOLUTION

How did you find tectera?

Online Search

Why did you select tectera over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from tectera were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Tectera provided end-to-end web development and digital marketing services to enhance our online presence, increase traffic, and drive conversions.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The newly developed website achieved a 40% faster load time and a 25% increase in user engagement, improving overall user experience. Their strategic SEO efforts helped the site rank on page 1 for key industry keywords within just three months.

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

Tectera was highly organized and professional throughout the entire project. They set clear timelines, kept us updated at every stage, and delivered everything on schedule. Their communication was top notch, always responsive, open to feedback, and quick to adapt to our needs.

What was your primary form of communication with tectera?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

tectera was a total game-changer for our business. From the moment we connected, their team demonstrated not just technical expertise but a genuine passion for helping brands grow. They didn’t just build us a website they created a digital experience that truly reflects who we are.

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

Everything was smooth in our project. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Managing Director of a hospitality & leisure company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Tavel and tourism inbound to Sri Lanka

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire tectera to accomplish?

• Official website
• Up to date layout in a website

SOLUTION

How did you find tectera?

Referral

Why did you select tectera over others?

• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from tectera were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Creation of a tourism based website 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Personal feedback from a team 

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

Yes

What was your primary form of communication with tectera?

Email or Messaging App

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

Their creative thinking was unique

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

None noticed 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Executive Digital Marketing of D SAMSON INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Leading Foowear Brand Across the Sri Lanka Named DSI Footwear.

We offer the range of footwear collection For women , men , kids and adults. Further we offer the fashion clothing , bags items around the Sri Lanka as well as Aborad with reputed several brands.

As one of Brand representing brand TBH in DSI , We dedicated to providing a  easy shopping experience, one which you can enjoy from the comfort of your own home. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire tectera to accomplish?

• Web Site Development
• SEO
• Web Maintenance

SOLUTION

How did you find tectera?

third party

Why did you select tectera over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from tectera were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

• Rewamp the E-Commerce website with new UI UX design belongs to DSI Waves team. 
• Overall website design suggestions for single product pages and main pages
• Create the banners for each brand pages
• Develop the website with new features
• Plug the promotion tools
• Allow the back end analytics 
• SEO 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

• Sales Growth
• More Customer engagment
• Customer Feedback
• Userfriendly Interface
• Cost efficiency

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

Supportive and monitoring the each step regulalry. Track the progress and always get in touch with us. Provide the suggestions to improve the website each product page. Support and guide the how the website process and back end functions are working. On time available. Pleasure to work with the team tectera.

What was your primary form of communication with tectera?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They were a supportive and talented team, well organized, and adhered to the timeline.

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

Not to improve. almost good in deliverables. Well organized and use the modern trendy styles with easiness and much effective.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Managing Director of SIT IT (Pvt) Limited

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Sells Office Chairs

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire tectera to accomplish?

• Reach the customer fast and simply
• Web site need to be customer oriented
• Staff communication and support for the client
• Make sure the client satisfaction

SOLUTION

How did you find tectera?

Referral

Why did you select tectera over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from tectera were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

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

Have the Unique and customer freindly chair web site

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Client get more knowledge on the technology on wed development

Very supportive member been allocated to make it inline the web site. 

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

Yes and they are more quick and very supportive 

What was your primary form of communication with tectera?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

They were supportive and friendly.

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

Give us a small video on the web development, since customer point of view there first experince on web development.