Wits Enj Web Development and Design

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the president of the Central Vermont Refugee Action Network (CVRAN), which serves refugees and asylum seekers in central Vermont.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Wits Enj Web Development and Design?

We needed someone to create our website from scratch.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Wits Enj Web Development and Design has created and updated our website using WordPress. They’ve done the programming and worked with a team to achieve our goals. We’ve collaborated on the project, and Ben has told us what’s possible. We’ve looked at colors and possible navigation and gone from there.

The team has also helped us with a fundraising campaign called March Arts Marathon through our website. Artists create things in their studios or homes and send digital images to sponsors. We’ve done this for several years; each artist has 10–50 sponsors. There has to be a means for people to check which artists they want to sponsor, so there has to be a set of profiles and daily products. 

Moreover, the artists have to communicate with their sponsors, so there has to be a database list that includes the addresses of the artists. Wits Enj Web Development and Design has created much of this project.

Additionally, they’re our webmaster and continue to upgrade the website. They’ve figured out how to do things efficiently and redesigned it. They’ve also automated some tasks, such as ensuring that all volunteers who sign up online have their preferences and personal data sent to the volunteer coordinator. All donations that come through the website are sent to the treasurer. 

What is the team composition?

We work with 5–7 teammates, but Ben is our sole point of contact from Wits Enj Web Development and Design.

How did you come to work with Wits Enj Web Development and Design?

We were an all-volunteer organization, and Ben did some pro bono work for us. We continued with him from there. 

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent around $12,000. 

What is the status of this engagement?

The project started in January 2023, and it’s ongoing. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Wits Enj Web Development and Design has put in many volunteer hours and has been paid. They’ve done much good work, and we’ve raised over $60,000 annually through the March Arts Marathon campaign. 

How did Wits Enj Web Development and Design perform from a project management standpoint?

They’re good at meeting deadlines and continue to improve how the product is done. We communicate through Zoom, email, phone, and occasional in-person meetings.

Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?

We appreciate that Ben isn’t egocentric — he’s easy to talk to, smart, and understands us. He gets the concept, boils it down, and gives us a nice, succinct answer. He communicates well with everyone, including the artists he’s signed up. If someone doesn’t know how to sign up, he helps them through it or troubleshoots patiently and without complaint.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I value Ben’s clear communication the most. He communicates well with our volunteer website editor, shows good initiative, and tells us how to do better. Overall, Ben keeps inventing better and more efficient ways to do things, and he’s creative about that.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, there aren’t any. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Clear communication is key. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of Joan Clark Consulting

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Provides graphic design, web design, copywriting, and technology coordination and assistance to small businesses and schools.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Wits Enj Web Development and Design to accomplish?

• Outsourced work as a web designer and developer on various projects.
• Website maintenance and upgrading.

SOLUTION

How did you find Wits Enj Web Development and Design?

Referral

Why did you select Wits Enj Web Development and Design over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Wits Enj Web Development and Design were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

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

Scope of Work: Website Development and Maintenance

Project Overview:

We provide end-to-end website development services, encompassing strategic design, technical implementation, content integration, and ongoing maintenance to create a robust, user-friendly, and high-performing digital platform.

Key Deliverables:

1. Discovery and Strategic Planning

• Comprehensive website strategy consultation
• Detailed project requirements analysis
• User experience (UX) and user interface (UI) research
• Defined project timeline and milestones

2. Website Design

• Custom responsive web design optimized for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
• Unique visual identity alignment with client brand guidelines
• Wireframe and mockup development
• User interface design with intuitive navigation
• Color palette and typography selection
• Graphics and visual asset creation

3. Website Development

• Responsive, mobile-first website architecture
• Front-end and back-end development
• Content management system (CMS) integration
• E-commerce functionality (where applicable)
• Search engine optimization (SEO) foundational setup
• Website security implementation
• Performance optimization
• Cross-browser and cross-device compatibility testing

4. Content Integration

• Content migration from existing platforms
• Copywriting and editing support
• Image and multimedia content integration
• Meta description and SEO content optimization

5. Launch and Initial Setup

• Website deployment
• Domain and hosting configuration
• Initial search engine submission

6. Ongoing Maintenance and Support

• Website performance review
• Security updates and patches
• Content updates and revisions
• Technical support
• Backup and disaster recovery planning

Deliverables are completed in phases, with regular client communication and approval checkpoints throughout the project lifecycle.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Based on the project scope provided, here are potential measurable outcomes:

• Performance Metrics
• Improved website loading speed
• Increased mobile responsiveness
• Enhanced user engagement metrics
• Technical Achievements
• Successful website migration
• Complete SEO foundational setup
• Implemented cross-device compatibility
• Business Impact
• Increased website traffic
• Improved search engine rankings
• Streamlined content management process
• Design and User Experience
• Positive user interface feedback
• Security and Reliability
• Zero security breaches
• Consistent website uptime

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

Their project management was quick and well-communicated. Response time was always within promised and expected timeline.

What was your primary form of communication with Wits Enj Web Development and Design?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Personable, responsive to needs of the businesses, creative thinker.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Wits Enj Web Development and Design could have done differently?

No areas of improvement 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Library Director of Dansville Public Library

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Our company is a rural public library chartered by NYS Education Dept to serve a population of 10,000+ by providing popular reading materials, DVDs, audio books in hard copy or downloadable formats for loan; educational and creative programs, online assistance at public access computers, reference and referral services to visitors and users of all ages. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Wits Enj Web Development and Design to accomplish?

New Website with Wordpress Backend

SOLUTION

How did you find Wits Enj Web Development and Design?

• Referral
• Other

Why did you select Wits Enj Web Development and Design over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned
• Personal knowledge of vendor's professional skills

How many teammates from Wits Enj Web Development and Design were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

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

Required work involved supporting a visually pleasing "homepage" with tabs providing links to the library catalog; regular assistance to train staff on creating and uploading content of "news" articles and coming events announcements; managing searchability of available historic information about the library, 
the community and surrounding area; easy to use tabs providing hours of operation, policies, and board member data; maintenance and functionality of a searchable obituary index for genealogical purposes.  Wits Enj Web Development included a major update of the homepage to increase searchability, data delivery speeds, and to be more in keeping with users' growing knowledge of search techniques.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Number of website "hits" monthly.  Comments to staff members from library visitors.  Email inquiies regarding family history materials available in addition to the online obituaries index.

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

In a word, Wits' Enj Web Development is reliable.  As a vendor, the company responded quickly to the library's needs.  Our inquiries were promptly handled primarily via email and there were no major issues.  Direct telephone contact was always available.  Wits' Enj was sensitive to the unique features of a library, confidently recommending and creating content in keeping with an entity committed to providing superior public service.  The need for a website update was identified and recommended to the library by Wits' Enj itself  ---   the update was produced in a short period of time and up and running glitch-free.  Public comment was very positive.

What was your primary form of communication with Wits Enj Web Development and Design?

Email or Messaging App

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

Wits Enj Web Development was intuitive about our needs as a library.   With creativity and deep knowledge of functionality, Wits' Enj delivered web pages allowing users to seamlessly travel from page to page easily.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Wits Enj Web Development and Design could have done differently?

The library was completely satisfied with the web presence provided by Wits' Enj.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of Fitch House

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

vacation rental

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Wits Enj Web Development and Design to accomplish?

• create website for new business

SOLUTION

How did you find Wits Enj Web Development and Design?

Referral

Why did you select Wits Enj Web Development and Design over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Wits Enj Web Development and Design were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

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

Website created to promote VT farmhouse rental including interactive pricing feature and calendar.  Many links to external websites  and web pages with location trail maps, art work, area interests.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Top Results for search of town and lodging in the area. Fills Booking Calendar Regularly

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

They had timely responses to emails. Personal stay in the farmhouse which added to accuracy and creativity for the website.

What was your primary form of communication with Wits Enj Web Development and Design?

Email or Messaging App

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

Ben seemed excited and innovative in his approach, had a talent for capturing the ambiance we wanted to convey. He tweaked the site after it went live as needed.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Wits Enj Web Development and Design could have done differently?

Ben did a great job.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Storyteller of Cris Riedel Storyteller

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

I am a performing storyteller, telling the old tales in as many venues as I can.; I am also beginning a career as a novelist for middle grade readers.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Wits Enj Web Development and Design to accomplish?

• Website Design and Maintenance

SOLUTION

How did you find Wits Enj Web Development and Design?

I knew Ben personally when he again the business.

Why did you select Wits Enj Web Development and Design over others?

High quality work

How many teammates from Wits Enj Web Development and Design were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

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

Ben designed a full webpage with a blog/commentary section. He has updated sections and visuals, added videos, updated materials quickly after I request.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

People have commented that it is easy to navigate the site, videoes run simply.

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

Ben has always been quick to respond and has always provided artistic solutions.

What was your primary form of communication with Wits Enj Web Development and Design?

Email or Messaging App

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

Ben's artistic feel for beauty combind with functionality.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Wits Enj Web Development and Design could have done differently?

Not that I can think of!