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Decades of Experience, Building Platforms for the Worlds Top Brands - USA & Canada
Essential Designs offers 18+ years of experience in end-to-end web and app UI/UX design, spanning strategy, research, wireframing, MVP, user flow, and prototyping. Its impressive client portfolio includes Shopify, Lifeguard, Microsoft Azure, and Honeywell...
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Software Development
Mobile App Development
UI/UX Design
Web Development
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Location
Calgary, Canada
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
21 Projects Listed
Essential Designs Services
Software Development
Mobile App Development
UI/UX Design
Web Development
IT Services
Web Design
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Teck
Honeywell
BMW
Lifeguard
Government of Canada
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Essential Designs Reviews & Testimonials
Chris Bailey Director at BAILEY SERVICES LTD
5.0★
Web Development Review from Chris Bailey
I engaged their web-development team to rebuild and modernize our company's manufacturing website, and the experience has been exceptional. From the outset, communication was clear and responsive: they took time to understand our industry-specific compliance needs and translated them into a site structure that is clean, secure, and easy to navigate. Delivery was on schedule, and the final result exceeded expectations pages load quickly, the design feels professional and trustworthy, and the content layout supports clarity for both clients and regulators.In addition, the team proactively suggested helpful enhancements: mobile optimization, streamlined navigation, and improved documentation pages all of which have already resulted in noticeably increased user engagement and lower bounce rates. They handled feedback promptly and implemented corrections without fuss, making the collaboration smooth and efficient.Overall, this project added significant value to our online presence, giving us a polished, modern website that accurately reflects our manufacturing standards and commitment to quality. I would gladly work with them again and recommend their services to anyone seeking reliable web development for regulated-industry clients.
Kendall MacNabb Director of Operations at Sea to Sky Rental
5.0★
Web Development Review from Kendall MacNabb
We needed to have a custom guest communication platform built, due to our custom workflows at the business, connecting our team members with text, images, buildings and daily project tasks. Essential Designs was able to hit the exact deadline we had, to the day, and completed on budget. We continue to add on features, it's a good relationship.
Emilie H Technical Product Manager at Foundry Brands | Digital Strategy | Agile and Development Leadership | Helping Brands Reach The Next Level at Foundry brands
5.0★
Mobile App Development Review from Emilie H
The Essential Designs team's proactive approach to acknowledging their strengths and weaknesses not only enhances their performance but also fosters a culture of continuous improvement. Their fearlessness in tackling challenges is matched by their ability to successfully fulfill even the most demanding requirements. Beyond mere competence, the team's innovative spirit and enduring passion make them valuable and committed long-term collaborators. Their dedication to excellence sets them apart, ensuring a dynamic and mutually beneficial partnership.
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Since 2006, startups, non-profits, B2B, and B2C companies have received support from Vertical Motion Inc., a reputable Canadian software development and entrepreneur support company...
Top Services:
Web Design
Software Development
Mobile App Development
UI/UX Design
Graphic Design
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Location
Calgary, Canada
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$149/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Vertical Motion Services
Web Design
Software Development
Mobile App Development
UI/UX Design
Graphic Design
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University of British Columbia (UBC)
University of Calgary (UCalgary)
Olds College
BinBreeze
Admazing Savings
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Vertical Motion Reviews & Testimonials
Tim Roberts Review from Google
5.0★
Tim Roberts's Review Sourced from Google
Our experience with Vertical Motion has been exceptional. Combining a broad skill-set with an acute attention to detail, their team has played a critical role in identifying where we can strengthen our business and establish footholds in alternative markets.We've found Vertical Motion to be responsible, reliable and definitely recommend giving them a shout!
Ben Kerr Review from Google
5.0★
Ben Kerr's Review Sourced from Google
Jason at Vertical Motion has been helping us out with business advisory services for the past few quarters - he has a wide background of experiences to draw from and has helped us successfully navigate a series of new challenges related to executing on our strategic goals and initiatives.
Matt Schaubroeck Review from Google
5.0★
Matt Schaubroeck's Review Sourced from Google
Our team has meet a few times with Jason at Vertical Motion over the past year, helping us set up our project management and sprint processes. As someone in a founder role at a startup who doesn't come from the technical side, I've found these meetings to be extremely helpful - Jason's combination of technical know-how and clear communication style means I can easily understand the concepts he's sharing, and implement them to great effect within our organization.
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