endorsedOngoing

Native iOS App for Online Marketplace

Services Covered:

Mobile Application Development

Industry

Business Consulting & Services

Duration

95 months

Budget

200K - 999K

Start Date

1 September 2018

Team Size

1-5 Employees

Engagement Model

Offshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

75/100

Good

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Client

Confidential

Seattle, United States of America

Project Summary

iteo developed a native iOS mobile application for an online marketplace focused on elective cosmetic surgery. They collaborated with the client's in-house designers and backend teams, delivering Objective-C native implementations and ongoing support. The vendor met deadlines, was responsive and proactive, and remained engaged for maintenance and future iOS versions.

Key Challenges

Introduce a native iOS mobile app for the marketplace.
Deliver a mobile experience focused on content curation, reviews, Q&A, promotions, and booking features distinct from the website.

Project Deliverables

Native iOS mobile application
Backend server implementation and integration
Automated content feed and content curation features
Booking flow to connect users with providers
Ongoing support and maintenance

Project Solution

The vendor built a native iOS application (Objective-C) tailored to content curation for highly engaged consumers. They implemented features such as an automated feed of procedures and treatments, review and Q&A updates, promotional content from providers, and an in-app booking flow. Development used open-source technologies and coordinated with the client's in-house designers and backend teams; communication was integrated through the client's Atlassian/Jira tooling. One dedicated vendor engineer managed the app development, with ongoing support and maintenance work planned.

Project Outcome

They consistently met deadlines and objectives.
There was no disruption in service when the team switched engineers in 2019.
The vendor was responsive, proactive, and integrated into the client's Atlassian/Jira workflow.

Platforms

Mobile

Tech Stack

iOS
Objective-C

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

4.75

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“The team at iteo consistently met expectations and deadlines. They're responsive, proactive, and skilled. Their accommodating approach complemented their flexible workflow.”
Anonymous
VP of Engineering, Online Marketplace at Confidential
Date: 06/30/2020