Online Scheduling Tool for IT Startup
Services Covered:

Industry
Software Development
Duration
188 months
Budget
200K - 999K
Start Date
1 December 2010
Team Size
1-5 Employees
Engagement Model
Offshore
Project Capability Score (PCS)
77/100
Good
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Client
Confidential
Project Summary
Railsware designed and developed an online scheduling tool from concept through launch and has continued working alongside the client on features, bug fixes, and performance improvements. The app reached 300,000 monthly active users, and the client credited Railsware with strong project management, QA practices, and higher engineering quality than in-house hires.
Key Challenges
- Needed a custom-built solution requiring a wide range of skills
- Wanted to maximize investment by using an offshore partner that could grow with the business
Project Deliverables
- Design
- Development
- Code reviews
- Bug fixes and feature improvements
- Performance improvements
Project Solution
Railsware provided design, development, and project management services and initially assisted with QA. Over time they embedded with the client's engineering team, reviewing code before delivery and focusing on bug resolution, feature improvements, and performance optimization. The engagement is collaborative, with Railsware acting as an extension of the client's team.
Project Outcome
- 300,000 monthly active users for the application
- Higher code quality and faster feature delivery compared to in-house hires
- Consistent delivery on time and within budget
- Client adopted many of Railsware's best practices
Platforms
SaaS
Tech Stack
Ruby on Rails
Client Endorsement
Overall Review Rating
4.5
5 out of 5 stars
Timeliness
Cost Rating
Willing to Refer
Quality of Deliverables
“The app has 300,000 consistent users per month. The team has great project management and QA systems built into their work. Railsware has surpassed the in-house engineers in terms of quality work and project ownership.”
Note: This endorsement is based on publicly available client feedback from external review sources.
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