Unexify

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director of Engineering of Tract

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Aligning sustainability measurement to accelerate agriculture supply chain transformation

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Unexify to accomplish?
Augment our software development team with skilled software experts

SOLUTION

How did you find Unexify?

Referral

Why did you select Unexify over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Unexify were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

Scope of Work

Unexify provided comprehensive support for our Sustainability Measurement Platform by bringing together a team of highly skilled professionals across multiple disciplines. Their contribution included several Data Engineers, DevOps Engineers, Frontend Engineers, QA Automation Engineers, and Product Managers, all coordinated by a seasoned Delivery Manager. This multi-faceted team was integral to the various phases of our project, from initial design through to the launch and ongoing maintenance.

Key Deliverables

1. Unexify facilitated an exceptional hiring process, providing a hiring funnel with top-tier candidates who were a perfect match for our specific needs. This allowed us to seamlessly integrate their engineers into our teams. 
2. The expertise of Unexify's Delivery Manager was instrumental in unsticking and streamlining our delivery processes. This led to a noticeable improvement in the efficiency and effectiveness of our project execution.
3. With Unexify's engineers on board, we saw a significant increase in the quality of our deliverables and the speed of development. Their skilled and motivated engineers brought a boost in productivity and team morale.
4. The shorter feedback loops enabled by Unexify's contributions allowed our Product Management team to iterate and respond more quickly to changes, enhancing our overall product development cycle.
5. Unexify has proven to be a reliable partner, maintaining excellent relationships and providing continuous support throughout the project lifecycle. Their commitment to our success was evident in every interaction.

In summary, Unexify's outstaffing services have been invaluable in advancing our Sustainability Measurement Platform. Their ability to provide highly skilled professionals, streamline our processes, and maintain robust support has significantly contributed to our project's success.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Product Launch

One of the most significant outcomes of working with Unexify was the successful build and launch of our Sustainability Measurement Platform. This milestone was achieved efficiently and effectively, demonstrating the high level of expertise and dedication provided by Unexify's team.

Customer Satisfaction

Post-launch, we were able to deliver excellent service to our first customers. This was evidenced by the outstanding feedback we received, highlighting the quality and reliability of our platform. The positive customer feedback underscores the success of the project and the competence of the Unexify team.

These outcomes clearly indicate that the collaboration with Unexify was instrumental in achieving our project goals and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.

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

Unexify's project management was nothing short of exemplary. Thanks to their seasoned Delivery Manager, the entire process was smooth, efficient, and highly effective. From the outset, Unexify demonstrated a keen understanding of our needs and maintained a proactive stance throughout the project.

Deliveries were consistently on time, a testament to meticulous scheduling and resource management. There was never a moment where we felt left in the dark, thanks to their clear and regular communication. We received frequent updates and progress reports, and any potential challenges were openly discussed and addressed swiftly.

One of the standout aspects of their management style was their proactive problem-solving. They didn't just react to issues; they anticipated them, often resolving problems before they could impact our timeline. This foresight was invaluable and kept the project running smoothly.

Unexify's team was incredibly adaptive to our needs. Whether it was adjusting priorities based on new feedback or scaling resources to meet evolving demands, they demonstrated remarkable flexibility. Their responsiveness was always timely and effective, ensuring that our project stayed on track.

Quality assurance was another area where Unexify excelled. They adhered to best practices rigorously, with thorough testing phases, continuous integration, and regular code reviews. This ensured that every deliverable met the highest standards of quality, which was reflected in the final product.

Stakeholder engagement was handled masterfully. The Delivery Manager ensured that all parties were aligned with the project goals and expectations, maintaining a cohesive and focused effort throughout. This level of engagement was crucial for maintaining momentum and achieving our objectives.

Overall, Unexify's project management was marked by professionalism, efficiency, and a deep commitment to our success. Their ability to deliver on time, coupled with their responsiveness and adherence to best practices, made for a seamless and highly successful project execution.

What was your primary form of communication with Unexify?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Unexify impressed us on multiple fronts. Their speed was remarkable; they quickly integrated into our teams and got up to speed with our processes without missing a beat. This rapid integration allowed us to maintain momentum and accelerate our development timelines.

Their efficiency was equally noteworthy. Unexify streamlined our workflows and optimized our delivery processes, ensuring that every aspect of the project was handled with precision. They maximized productivity, which significantly boosted our overall output.

The quality of execution stood out as well. Each deliverable met or exceeded our expectations, reflecting their commitment to high standards and attention to detail. The final product was polished, robust, and highly functional, thanks to their rigorous quality assurance practices.

Finally, Unexify's operational excellence is a defining feature of their service. From clear communication and stakeholder engagement to proactive problem-solving and adaptive strategies, their operations were smooth and effective. This excellence in operation ensured that the project ran seamlessly from start to finish, making Unexify a truly unique and impressive partner.

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

Throughout our collaboration with Unexify, we found it challenging to identify any significant areas for improvement. Their approach to understanding our needs, combined with their reliability and capability, set them apart from other talent providers we've worked with in the past. Unexify's ability to listen attentively and respond effectively to our requirements was exceptional. From the start, their dedication to delivering high-quality results was evident. They maintained excellent communication, demonstrated flexibility, and consistently met our project goals. In every aspect, Unexify exceeded our expectations, making it difficult to pinpoint any areas where they could have done better. Their performance was truly outstanding, and they proved to be an invaluable partner for our project.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Interim CTO of an agriculture company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Tech start-up

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

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

• Build a sustainability platform for the agriculture and food industry

SOLUTION

How did you find Unexify?

Referral

Why did you select Unexify over others?

• Good value for cost
• Provided the best people

How many teammates from Unexify were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

Unexify provided us with people that contributed to the delivery of our digital platform.  In particular they provided highly competent developers, testers, delivery managers and so on.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The Unexify team helped us develop a highly complex, secure, digital platform that is enabling major players in the industry to share sustainability information and improve their sustainability performace

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

Our start-up works in a fairly classic agile manner with the Unexify team responsible for delivering their code/completing their testing/meeting their objectives within every sprint.  While some slipage is always to be expected, the Unexify people work well with our team and produce high quality work on time and supported their other colleagues to emulate these behaiours

What was your primary form of communication with Unexify?

Virtual Meeting

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

As a tech start up we had engineers spread around the world, covering all different skillsets and technologies.  The Unexify team were all highly competent, worked collaboratively with the other team members and their day rates were highly competitive especially when you factor in the quality

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

The Unexify team were involved heavily in our continuous improvement, continuous learning culture and processes.  If there were problems (and I don't remember any major ones) they were used as learning opportunities and improvements quickly adopted