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iOS and Android App Development for Electric Utility IT Provider

Services Covered:

Mobile Application Development

Industry

Information Technology

Duration

15 months

Budget

10K - 49K

Start Date

1 October 2018

Team Size

1-5 Employees

Engagement Model

Offshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

76/100

Good

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Client

Smart Grid Tech, OATI

Minneapolis, United States of America

Project Summary

Net Solutions augmented the staff of an IT solutions provider in the electric utility sector to produce native iOS and Android apps and to implement REST interfaces defined in YAML. The team delivered the mobile apps and associated APIs on time and with high quality, leveraging project management tools and frequent builds for fast iteration. The vendor demonstrated flexibility with scope changes and strong domain knowledge.

Key Challenges

Need for staff augmentation and iOS/Android expertise
Requirement to produce native iOS and Android apps for a hosted offering

Project Deliverables

iOS mobile app
Android mobile app
REST API (YAML-defined)

Project Solution

Net Solutions provided staff augmentation and development capacity to produce a hosted mobile offering by delivering native iOS and Android applications. They implemented REST interfaces defined via YAML, initially using simulated endpoints and later integrating with a real test backend. The engagement included two app developers plus testers, a product manager, and an engagement manager to manage delivery and coordination.

Project Outcome

Delivered on time with high quality
Flexible handling of scope changes and provided innovative suggestions
Effective collaboration via weekly checkpoints and Basecamp email, enabling frequent builds and fast bug fixes

Platforms

Mobile

Tech Stack

iOS
Android
REST API

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“Net Solutions delivered a high-quality solution on time. The team skillfully leveraged project management tools to ensure a smooth engagement. They proved to be flexible in the face of changing scope and were skilled builders. Their expertise and their ability to execute quickly were phenomenal.”
Nemat Sarnevesht
Sr. Director
Date: 02/10/2020