endorsedOngoing

Geospatial Data Architecture and API Development

Services Covered:

Custom Software Development

Industry

Business Consulting & Services

Duration

105 months

Budget

200K - 999K

Start Date

1 November 2017

Team Size

6-10 Employees

Engagement Model

Offshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

77/100

Good

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Client

Confidential

San Diego, United States of America

Project Summary

MasterDynamix provides backend, database, and frontend development for a geospatial data provider, focusing on PostgreSQL GIS databases, API development, and geospatial data processing. Their team documents work thoroughly, maintains communication via Slack and Jira, and has become a critical partner for complex problem solving. The client highlights the vendor's efficiency, responsiveness, and creativity.

Key Challenges

Build entirely new data architecture from the ground up
Find a firm to help design and implement that architecture

Project Deliverables

PostgreSQL GIS databases
API and data ingestion routines
Data processing and transformation routines
Frontend work for the website

Project Solution

MasterDynamix acted as the client's backend developer, primarily using Ruby to build and maintain PostgreSQL GIS databases, process geospatial data, and move data into usable formats. They built the client's API and established routines to populate it, and they also completed frontend work for the website. The vendor supported the engagement with a team of about seven individuals including the owner, a project manager, three developers, and a GIS specialist.

Project Outcome

Problem solving that was critical to progress
Doubled client spending this year, indicating increased trust and reliance
Strong project management with thorough documentation and communication via Slack and Jira
High client satisfaction due to efficiency, creativity, and responsiveness

Platforms

Web
API/Integration Platform

Tech Stack

PostgreSQL
Ruby

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“The work is complicated, and MasterDynamix provides critical support. They document everything and keep projects on track. Their work is supported by their efficiency, responsiveness, and willingness to take on any project.”
Bob Frady
CEO
Date: 12/03/2019