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We provide a full cycle of web development services, from the initial concept to a live application. We always keep in mind the client’s global objectives and business goals of a future solution to build high-quality web products that can generate real profit. No matter what project you’ve envisioned, our team will make every effort to create lasting value for your company and end-users.
Locations
Ukraine
str. Volgogradskaya 26A,
Zaporizhia,
Zaporizhia
69000
+380665659496
Focus Areas
Service Focus
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Web Designing (UI/UX)
- E-commerce Development
Client Focus
- Medium Business
- Small Business
Industry Focus
- Real Estate
- Advertising & Marketing
- Business Services
Flexi IT Executive Interview
Anton Cherevko
CEO & Founder
Please introduce your company and give a brief about your role within the company?
Flexi IT is a team of professionals specializing in Web development and Business Analysis services. Our service is well-organized for Entrepreneurs. Most of our clients are from United Kingdom, Israel, Netherlands, and Canada. I'm Anton Cherevko CEO and Founder of Flexi IT. I have 8+ years experience in IT field.
What is your company’s business model–in house team or third party vendors/ outsourcing?
Currently, we have 15 team members working under one roof. Our company positions itself as an entirely in-house team. The first reason we chose to operate like this is it aids something central to our way of working. Through working together as a team in one office space, we drastically reduced the time it takes to collaborate and problem solve on a daily basis. Through being located in one space, it keeps the team working in cohesion and ensures that we continually deliver an excellent level of service to clients. When members of the team struggle to communicate it can create serious problems, but by working together in one space this never happens. Communication is fundamental to our company ethos.
Secondly, this way of working preserves the knowledge base within the business. Technical knowledge is easy to lose when a team becomes fragmented and split up, so by working within the same space we constantly collaborate and share thoughts and skills. Not only does this help build an intellectual foundation for future projects, but it nurtures the growth and development of each team member. Lastly, keeping things in-house maintains our company culture, which we’re fiercely protective of. It’s what makes us unique. We maintain control over timescales, quality control and every other aspect of a project, something which becomes difficult if a third party is introduced. Plus, everyone in the team has their own specific specialty, but we encourage them to problem-solve together. It creates a better way of working, meaning that we can offer our clients a well-rounded, efficient team of professionals to take care of their project from start to finish.
Secondly, this way of working preserves the knowledge base within the business. Technical knowledge is easy to lose when a team becomes fragmented and split up, so by working within the same space we constantly collaborate and share thoughts and skills. Not only does this help build an intellectual foundation for future projects, but it nurtures the growth and development of each team member. Lastly, keeping things in-house maintains our company culture, which we’re fiercely protective of. It’s what makes us unique. We maintain control over timescales, quality control and every other aspect of a project, something which becomes difficult if a third party is introduced. Plus, everyone in the team has their own specific specialty, but we encourage them to problem-solve together. It creates a better way of working, meaning that we can offer our clients a well-rounded, efficient team of professionals to take care of their project from start to finish.
How is your business model beneficial from a value addition perspective to the clients compared to other companies' models?
There are four key points that highlight this within our business model:
Communication - Our project managers take responsibility for translating the client’s request from an idea into reality. From initial briefings to fine-tuning the end result, they pride themselves on not only their impeccable bilingual skills but also their prompt handling of client communications.
Keeping promises - Honesty is the best policy. That’s why we never agree to something that we can’t do. Whether it is a minor detail that a client specifically requests, or meeting a very tight deadline. We are proud to be a transparent business, and offer our clients a service that they can trust.
Truth - We hate manipulative sales techniques that our competitors use, that’s why we’re totally upfront and honest with our clients from day one. Throughout the development process we keep them updated with our thoughts on the project, any slippery moments and potential obstacles. This way we’re both on the same page, and walking through the project together.
Openness - We don’t hide anything from our clients. If the client wants to meet the whole team and get to know our faces, we arrange a conference to introduce ourselves. They want to visit the office? Not a problem, we’re happy to welcome them in with a cup of coffee and some biscuits. They’re trusting us with their project, so it’s important they have the chance to meet the talented people working on it.
Communication - Our project managers take responsibility for translating the client’s request from an idea into reality. From initial briefings to fine-tuning the end result, they pride themselves on not only their impeccable bilingual skills but also their prompt handling of client communications.
Keeping promises - Honesty is the best policy. That’s why we never agree to something that we can’t do. Whether it is a minor detail that a client specifically requests, or meeting a very tight deadline. We are proud to be a transparent business, and offer our clients a service that they can trust.
Truth - We hate manipulative sales techniques that our competitors use, that’s why we’re totally upfront and honest with our clients from day one. Throughout the development process we keep them updated with our thoughts on the project, any slippery moments and potential obstacles. This way we’re both on the same page, and walking through the project together.
Openness - We don’t hide anything from our clients. If the client wants to meet the whole team and get to know our faces, we arrange a conference to introduce ourselves. They want to visit the office? Not a problem, we’re happy to welcome them in with a cup of coffee and some biscuits. They’re trusting us with their project, so it’s important they have the chance to meet the talented people working on it.
What industries do you generally cater to? Are your customers repetitive?
The majority of our work focuses around dealing with CRM systems and development, as well as real estate booking projects.
Mention the objectives or the parameters critical in determining the time frame of developing a web app.
There are certain parameters which are taken into consideration to decide the time frame:
Functional Specification: With this step we are able to give a broad estimation of the project time, but this is a very general estimation and is always subject to change.
UX design: This step gives us around a 50% certainty of how long the project will take.
UI design: A particularly important step, here we get can give a time frame that we’d be 70% certain of.
Understanding using which technologies we will implement into the project: The practical step that gives a much clearer estimation, as we know what technologies will be deployed throughout the project’s lifetime.
Understanding who will be in the team. (Specific people from the team): Here, we will be 90% certain of the delivery date for the project, as the perfect team members for the task are selected and allocated appropriately. After that we will be able to break the project down into different areas, milestones and tasks.
Further, we create a Gantt chart to create an overview of the process, so each process can be outlined and we can observe what tasks will run parallel and separately. After this stage is complete, and tasks have been allocated, we will be 98% certain of a final delivery date. The last 2% of this time will be left as a variable depending on human factors that cannot be implemented into the project outline.
Functional Specification: With this step we are able to give a broad estimation of the project time, but this is a very general estimation and is always subject to change.
UX design: This step gives us around a 50% certainty of how long the project will take.
UI design: A particularly important step, here we get can give a time frame that we’d be 70% certain of.
Understanding using which technologies we will implement into the project: The practical step that gives a much clearer estimation, as we know what technologies will be deployed throughout the project’s lifetime.
Understanding who will be in the team. (Specific people from the team): Here, we will be 90% certain of the delivery date for the project, as the perfect team members for the task are selected and allocated appropriately. After that we will be able to break the project down into different areas, milestones and tasks.
Further, we create a Gantt chart to create an overview of the process, so each process can be outlined and we can observe what tasks will run parallel and separately. After this stage is complete, and tasks have been allocated, we will be 98% certain of a final delivery date. The last 2% of this time will be left as a variable depending on human factors that cannot be implemented into the project outline.
How much effort in terms of time goes into developing the front end and back end of a web app?
This is highly dependent on the specific project and it’s impossible to give a general answer. Each project is different, and comes with unique features and challenges that absorb different amounts of time.
What are the key parameters to be considered before selecting the right platform for a web application?
The complexity and desired functionality of each project has a significant impact on the platform that it is built on. For example, frameworks like Laravel are better suited for private-use CRM systems. For online commercial systems, it is better to focus on pure programming language than a predetermined framework. This way we deliver exactly what the client needs. The same is with CMS systems. If we consider eCommerce we definitely suggest OpenCart or WooCommerce. But if we speak about a blog or corporate website which should be easily manageable, Wordpress will always be a good option. It is entirely dependant on the needs and wants of the client, which we interpret using our expert knowledge to find the perfect platform or hand-built solution.
Which platform and technologies do you prefer to use in development of your web apps?
We prefer to use Laravel, CakePHP, Angular.js/Vue.js/Node.js and Pure PHP Development.
Do you offer website design templates or customised website design, and do you have a responsive website design?
Web design is not a primary focus of our service offering, but all websites and web apps developed by us are fully responsive and functional.
Which Content Management System do you prefer to use (Wordpress, Jumla, Drupal etc)?
We would always prefer to use either Wordpress or OpenCart. These offer accessibility to clients, whilst remaining versatile platforms that can meet the demands of modern web browsing.
Do you provide website maintenance services?
Yes, we are happy to offer this service to our clients. Our team of experts have extensive experience in website maintenance across a spectrum of platforms.
What are the key factors that you consider before deciding the cost of a web application?
Project cost absolutely depends on the development time. This is the one and only factor that has a bearing on the final cost of a project. We don’t make random figures up to exploit a client, we only charge for the work and time that we dedicate to their project. They’re giving us their hard-earned money to deliver something that is integral to their daily lives, and their trust is something we value extremely highly.
What kind of payment structure do you follow to bill your clients? Is it Pay per Feature, Fixed Cost, Pay per Milestone (could be in phases, months, versions etc.)
We offer a number of payment solutions depending on the however the client feels comfortable. We’re happy to explore options with each individual client, ensuring that they’re getting the end result that they want, without paying for it in one lump sum straight away. Popular payment schedules are Pay per Milestone, Pay per Phase & Pay per Month
Do you take in projects which meet your basic budget requirement? If yes, what is the minimum requirement? If no, on what minimum budget you have worked for?
For our new clients our minimum project budget is 800 USD. Our regular clients don’t have a minimum project spend, we really appreciate their loyalty, and enjoy the relationships that we build with them.
Flexi IT Clients & Portfolios
Flexi IT Reviews
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Johan Hermansson, React and Wordpress Developer at Sumway AB
Posted on May 18, 2022
Great experience of the work on a client's Wordpress plugin
Review Summary
Flexi were always responsive and keen to understand the project. They invited to weekly meetings to always keep us up to date. Of course there were language barriers, and of course you need to know what you want and how it should work, but all of this is normal when outsourcing work.
What was the project name that you have worked with Flexi IT?
New functionality to a Wordpress plugin
Describe your project in brief
Adding new functionality to a Wordpress plugin receiving data from an external API, used on 10 different sites in different languages, which also meant get familiar with the old code base.
What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?
Flexi were really attentive when changes arouse and always got back with questions if something was unclear
What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?
The CSS code could've been more resuable and less complex, but it started more as a sketch – so could've been ordered more clearly by us
Mindaugas Zukas, COO at at Altinity
Posted on Aug 10, 2020
Website migration to Wordpress.com platfom
Review Summary
We needed to move our website to Wordpress platform. The project was more complex than we initially expected, but Flexi IT helped us complete the project within the desired time-frame. I enjoyed working with Flexi IT's professional team.
What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?
Professional, responsive team.
David Hare, Business Solutions Specialist at Cobwebb Communications Ltd.
Posted on Dec 22, 2018
Amazing as always, Thank You Flexi IT!
Review Summary
I have worked with Vlad and the team at Flexi on 3 projects in 2018 and all three have been a Great success. Flexi are always on hand to help out following delivery, always on hand to advise and are really a joy to work with.
Thanks again and I look forward to the next project!
Thanks again and I look forward to the next project!
Victoria Fishel, Strategist at MCS Brands
Posted on Apr 19, 2018
Great work (as always)
Review Summary
Excellent, working with Flexi IT was great. Thanks to their knowledge and determination our client's website functions as it should. They did everything we asked thoughtfully and in a timely matter. I will definitely be recommending them to other companies. Thanks for such good work.
Helder Suffenplan, Founder & Creative Director at HELDER SUFFENPLAN — creative thinking
Posted on Feb 07, 2018
Excellent performance, friendly communication!
Review Summary
Flexi - IT Company did an excellent job in adopting a WP theme for our online magazine. They managed to do changes and adaptions other programmers failed to acomplish. They always deliver in time and communication with Vlad is always friendly, professional and swift.
John Yanni, COO at VividMaths
Posted on Nov 27, 2017
Excellent work delivered within the deadline
Review Summary
It has been a pleasure to work with Vlad as he is very easy to communicate with and always submits work on time. He has done an excellent job helping us build our website.
Roza Wolfson, Mechanical Engineer at Physical Logic
Posted on Sep 24, 2017
Excellent service and great job!
Review Summary
Flexi - IT Company did an excellent job,understanding my needs in website and bringing that vision to life in,even in ways I hadn't considered before.
Thank you for good work!
Thank you for good work!
What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?
professionalism of team qualitative work good pricing
Peter Delaney, Head of Business Development/Creative Director at One Productions
Posted on Aug 01, 2017
Flexi IT always deliver above and beyond.
Review Summary
Have engaged Flexi to work on a number of projects, large and small; cannot recommend them highly enough. Always deliver on time, on budget. Always available and helpful and corteuos.
What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?
Helpful, professional, give good advice to save on budget, top quality work.
What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?
They should open an office in Dublin!
Vincent Bernier, Chief Technology Officer at Trade Tree Online
Posted on May 13, 2017
Excellent service and quality
Review Summary
Everyone from Flexi - IT was competent , skilled and a pleasure to work with. I will definitely use them again.
Gal Erez, Sales and Marketing Assistant at Physical Logic
Posted on Apr 19, 2017
Excellent team and great job!
Review Summary
The team that worked on our project, the project manager and the developer of the company, were extremely impressive. They solved all bugs which we got from previous developers and were ready to start the new project which is already completed.
Vadym Gavrylov
Posted on Apr 14, 2017
Good job!
Review Summary
Flexi - IT Company delivered a functional site without crashes or bugs of any kind. At the same time, they met all project timelines and budget requirements and even made sure that extra features were added to the app. Thank you for good work, guys!
What was the project name that you have worked with Flexi IT?
Good job
Jeff Blecha, Open source coder at The Internet
Posted on Mar 27, 2017
Friendly and Reliable Service at a competitive rate.
Review Summary
I use Flexi for all of my front end design needs. Their rates are better than anyone available at the quality needed by a modern business. When I originally posted a job listing for a frontend position I had to wade through stacks of under qualified freelancers. Looking at Flexi they immediately rose to the top of that stack with a clean interface and code on their own business site. After a brief negotiation, they hit the ground running and were happy to resolve any issues promptly. Overall a stellar company to work with.
What is it about the company that you appreciate the most?
<p>Reliability and pricing are unbeatable.</p>
What was it about the company that you didn't like which they should do better?
<p>It takes some work translating from the project manager to developers due to a language barrier, but I believe this is an issue when you work with any company rather than talking directly to developers.</p>