endorsedCompleted

Instant School iOS & Android Communication App

Services Covered:

Mobile Application Development

Industry

Education

Duration

8 months

Budget

10K - 49K

Start Date

1 January 2017

Team Size

1-5 Employees

Engagement Model

Offshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

80/100

Strong

Project Capability Score (PCS) estimates how capable Zealous System is of successfully delivering a project like this, based on its past experience, track record, and ability to handle similar work. Learn more about PCS

Client

Instant School

South Africa

Project Summary

Zealous System developed the Instant School iOS and Android communication apps from scratch, focusing on safety, usability, and fast two-way messaging between parents and schools. They assisted with server setup to ensure performance and supported the client's in-house team. The app rolled out successfully, achieving positive downloads and adoption by multiple schools.

Key Challenges

Limited local access to newer technologies in South Africa required outsourcing development
Need for a user-friendly and secure platform where each parent only accesses their child’s information
Requirement for always-fast, two-way communication and performant server infrastructure

Project Deliverables

iOS and Android apps developed from scratch
Parent-only access controls to ensure each parent sees only their children
Two-way, fast communication between parents and schools
Server configuration and support to improve performance
Support and collaboration with the in-house team

Project Solution

Zealous designed and built native iOS and Android applications from scratch, implementing user-access controls so parents only see their own children and enabling two-way, fast communication between parents and schools. They also assisted with server infrastructure to improve performance and collaborated with the client’s account manager and project manager throughout development and rollout.

Project Outcome

Safety concerns were fully addressed to the client’s satisfaction
The app was rolled out about four months prior to the interview and adopted by 14 schools
Downloads from app stores and user feedback were positive
The vendor provided highly responsive project management and on-time delivery

Platforms

Mobile

Tech Stack

iOS
Android

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

4.75

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“User feedback is positive, with good download numbers. Zealous's quality service comes courtesy of their highly responsive project management and perfect adherence to deadlines. Successfully fulfilling all requirements with patience and attentiveness sets them apart from other developers.”
Louis Botha
Director
Date: 01/24/2018