iOS App with HIPAA-compliant AWS Backend for Digital Health (POPS! Diabetes Care)
Services Covered:

Industry
Healthcare
Duration
118 months
Budget
200K - 999K
Start Date
1 October 2016
Team Size
6-10 Employees
Engagement Model
Onshore
Project Capability Score (PCS)
83/100
Strong
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Client
POPS! Diabetes Care
Project Summary
MentorMate developed an iOS mobile app for a digital health company (POPS! Diabetes Care), building a HIPAA-compliant connection to a cloud database using Amazon Web Services and creating a web interface for healthcare professionals. The vendor produced controlled documentation and testing to support an FDA submission, completed the project on the schedule provided, and delivered a high-quality user interface. The client praised MentorMate's project management and noted the project finished close to the estimated cost.
Key Challenges
- Need to develop software in an FDA-regulated way with appropriate documentation and testing
- Requirement for a secure, HIPAA-compliant connection to a cloud database
- Desire to transform a concept into a compelling, user-friendly interface
Project Deliverables
- iOS mobile application
- HIPAA-compliant secure connection to a cloud database (AWS)
- Web interface for healthcare professionals
- Documentation and testing artifacts for FDA submission
Project Solution
MentorMate built the iOS mobile application and an associated web interface, implemented a HIPAA-compliant secure connection to a cloud database using Amazon Web Services, and produced the documentation and testing required for an FDA submission. They managed a mixed onshore/offshore team with daily stand-ups, delivered the project on the agreed schedule and within about 10% of the estimated cost, and provided design and productization support to refine the user experience.
Project Outcome
- Project completed on the initial schedule (started Oct. 2016 and finished in Mar. 2017)
- Final cost within approximately 10% of the original projection
- Positive feedback on the look and feel of the product from industry peers
- Strong project management with efficient mixed onshore/offshore coordination
Platforms
Mobile
Web
Tech Stack
iOSAmazon Web Services (AWS)
Client Endorsement
Overall Review Rating
4.5
5 out of 5 stars
Timeliness
Cost Rating
Willing to Refer
Quality of Deliverables
“The project was finished on time and on budget. The look and feel of the app has received positive feedback, and the design is very high quality. MentorMate’s project manager listens well and manages her internal team efficiently and effectively.”
Note: This endorsement is based on publicly available client feedback from external review sources.
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