endorsedOngoing

Media Web Editing and Publishing Tool Development

Services Covered:

Website Development

Industry

Media

Duration

115 months

Budget

200K - 999K

Start Date

1 January 2017

Team Size

1-5 Employees

Engagement Model

Offshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

75/100

Good

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Client

Confidential

Sweden

Project Summary

Altoros provided development outsourcing to a Swedish media company, helping build a web-based editing and publishing tool for journalists. The vendor developed the frontend in React and supplied two remote developers who work as part of the in-house team. Despite remote collaboration, they integrated closely via Slack/Skype/Jira, contributed to problem solving and user-value discovery, and demonstrated strong technical skills.

Key Challenges

Need for frontend development assistance
Requirement for a partner that actively participates in solving user problems and product discussions

Project Deliverables

Web-based article editing and publishing tool
Frontend built in React
Backend components in JavaScript

Project Solution

Altoros developed a web-based editing and publishing tool for journalists, building the frontend in React and contributing remote team members who work closely with the client's staff. The engagement included close daily collaboration (Slack/Skype) and use of Jira for project management; the vendor participated in product discussions and problem-solving rather than only delivering finished features.

Project Outcome

Close integration with the client's internal team despite remote work
Improved problem-solving and user-value discovery through collaborative development
High technical quality and reliable communication

Platforms

Tech Stack

React.js

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

4.75

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“Despite working remotely, Altoros facilitates a close collaboration and has integrated well with the internal team. The open-minded team does more than deliver a finished product; they also help find user value and solve complex problems. They communicate regularly and have good technical skills.”
Anonymous
Development Team Lead
Date: 12/03/2019