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SNIKEY Web & Mobile Platform for Automated Key Exchange

Services Covered:

Custom Software Development • Mobile Application Development

Industry

Hospitality, Travel & Tourism

Duration

34 months

Budget

50K - 199K

Start Date

1 January 2018

Team Size

6-10 Employees

Engagement Model

Onshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

75/100

Good

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Client

Confidential

Warsaw, Poland

Project Summary

A B2B automated access-technology client engaged WebMakers Software House to develop SNIKEY, a web and mobile platform to manage exchange of RFID-tagged items via the company’s SNIKEYbox cabinets. WebMakers built a comprehensive web-based management system, integrated with external reservation systems and the physical cabinets, delivered Android and iOS apps, and deployed a multi-server infrastructure. The client reported that project goals were achieved, communication was transparent, and project management was professional.

Key Challenges

Manage the exchange of RFID-tagged items (e.g., keys) via the SNIKEYbox cabinets
Provide a user-friendly web-based system to manage end-user access to cabinets
Integrate the platform with external reservation systems and the physical key-exchange cabinet

Project Deliverables

Creation of an advanced system for managing key collection and returns
Integration with an external reservation system
Integration with SNIKEYbox key exchange cabinet
Network connecting devices that store keys
SMS and email notification system
Multi-server infrastructure supporting the platform
Android and iOS mobile applications
Administration panel

Project Solution

The vendor was recommended by a partner and selected for attractive costs and transparent communication. They developed the SNIKEY web and mobile system, implementing an advanced key collection/return management system, integrations with an external reservation system and the SNIKEYbox cabinet, a device network connecting key-storage devices, SMS and email notifications, and a complex multi-server infrastructure. Technology choices included a PHP Symfony back end, Bootstrap front end, an administration panel (Sonata Admin Bundle), and a network of TCP servers connecting via VPN. The delivery team included a CTO, project manager, UX/designer, two back-end developers, one front-end developer, and one mobile developer.

Project Outcome

The project achieved its planned goals as expected
The team maintained constant communication and matched the initial plans with minor adjustments as requirements evolved
Management was transparent and professional and timelines were met unless additional work was required

Platforms

Mobile
Web

Tech Stack

PHP
Symfony Framework
Bootstrap
Android
iOS

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“The company has achieved all goals thanks to WebMakers Software House's efforts. The team regularly contacted the client and made some beneficial adjustments during the process. Moreover, their project management style was transparent and professional.”
Hubert Stuczyński
CEO & Co-Founder
Date: 02/22/2021