endorsedOngoing

Web Streaming App for Subscription-Free TV Company

Services Covered:

Custom Software Development

Industry

Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

Duration

110 months

Budget

200K - 999K

Start Date

1 June 2017

Team Size

11-15 Employees

Engagement Model

Onshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

80/100

Strong

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Client

Martell Broadcasting Systems, Inc.

Los Angeles, United States of America

Project Summary

Scio Consulting developed an MVP and then a fully functional television-streaming web application based on wireframes and concept art. They planned the user flow and architecture, refined the UX across staged releases, and implemented custom features for a subscription-free streaming platform targeting web, iOS, Android and Roku. The client praised the team's communication, QA, and innovative engineering though the app has not yet launched.

Key Challenges

Build an MVP and a deployment-ready web app for iOS, Android, and Roku TV
Create an innovative subscription-free video streaming platform with novel features

Project Deliverables

MVP
Television-streaming web application
Deployment-ready apps for iOS, Android, and Roku TV
User flow and architecture design
UX refinements and custom features

Project Solution

Scio planned and refined the application's user flow and architecture from concept-art wireframes and regular correspondence with the client. They developed an MVP and iteratively built the full, deployment-ready streaming web app while refining UX across staged builds. The vendor added engineers as needed, worked with a product manager, and used iterative meetings and live video conferencing to address UI questions and feature refinements.

Project Outcome

Developed a high-quality, innovative streaming app with unique features
Maintained effective communication and regular daily and weekly meetings to refine features
Resolved the few bugs that passed QA; launch pending but client expressed confidence in success

Platforms

Mobile
Smart TV
Web

Tech Stack

iOS
Android

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“The app hasn’t launched yet, but the few bugs that have evaded QA have been resolved. Scio is regular in their communication, and the value they place on low-turnover has led to a smooth partnership. Their team is intelligent and capable, and they strive to find innovative solutions.”
Martell Broadcasting Systems, Inc. C/O Breather
President
Date: 05/23/2018