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Space Nation Cross-Platform Mobile App

Services Covered:

Mobile Application Development • Software Maintenance and Support • Solution Architecture

Industry

Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

Duration

14 months

Budget

200K - 999K

Start Date

1 March 2017

Team Size

1-5 Employees

Engagement Model

Nearshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

68/100

Good

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Client

Space Nation

Tampere, Finland

Project Summary

Qualium Systems developed a React Native cross-platform mobile game for Space Nation, managing architecture, implementation, maintenance, and in-game content. The app's features and core functionality received positive user feedback, and the vendor was responsive and communicative. However, the app underperformed commercially and scope changes and poor documentation created implementation challenges.

Key Challenges

Build a world-class cross-platform mobile app to promote the Space Nation contest.
Operate within limited startup budget constraints.
Poor and changing documentation and shifting designs caused implementation issues.
Language barrier issues occurred with one developer.

Project Deliverables

Cross-platform mobile app (Android and iOS)
In-game content (Javascript/HTML5/CSS)
Architectural design and implementation
Ongoing maintenance

Project Solution

Qualium Systems was selected after vetting and client references. They led the architectural design, implementation, and maintenance of a React Native cross-platform mobile app, and produced in-game content using Javascript, HTML5, and CSS. The client designed UI and backend APIs in-house while Qualium provided engineering, implementation, and ongoing support; the vendor staffed the engagement with two developers, one tester, and a part-time project manager.

Project Outcome

Software production was successful and the app performed well with positive user feedback on core functionalities.
The app did not achieve the expected business momentum.
The teams used agile workflows with GitHub and JIRA; Qualium addressed issues promptly.

Platforms

Mobile

Tech Stack

React Native
HTML
CSS

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

4.63

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“The app's features and functionalities received great feedback from users. Qualium Systems addressed issues promptly, delivered outstanding code, and communicated frequently about their status. Their dedication was crucial to the project's success.”
Tero Viitala-Kiss
Former CTO
Date: 12/26/2018