Alora Labs is a boutique development agency based in Toronto that helps businesses elevate their tech products. From start-ups to public companies—industry-leading companies lean on us to lead the development of their tech products. With deep technical and industry expertise, our team has developed custom products ranging from wearables to apps to enterprise systems. We work with organizations of all sizes to create products that their customers love.
Alora Labs is a boutique development agency based in Toronto that helps businesses elevate their tech products. From start-ups to public companies—industry-leading companies lean on us to lead the development of their tech products. With deep technical and industry expertise, our team has developed custom products ranging from wearables to apps to enterprise systems. We work with organizations of all sizes to create products that their customers love.
Alora Labs is a boutique development agency based in Toronto that helps businesses elevate their tech products. From start-ups to public companies—industry-leading companies lean on us to lead the development of their tech products. With deep technical and industry expertise, our team has developed custom products ranging from wearables to apps to enterprise systems. We work with organizations of all sizes to create products that their customers love.
Their existing solution was struggling against increased competition and the demand for more affordable products.Objex came to the realization that they needed to rethink their approach and chose to work with Alora Labs because of their integrated approach and experience with hardware and software.It was important that the solution delivered an optimal user experience while maintaining compatibility with their existing suite of custom software.We delivered a prototype, ahead of schedule, that exceeded the functionality of their current generation product, then proceeded to refine and iterate the product over the following months.Objex Unlimited is now armed with a cost-effective product that is market ready and composed of installation packages, professional documentation, and a codebase that is scalable which will serve them well into the future.
Mero developed proof of concept composed of development boards and jumper cables. While this solution was successful at demonstrating demand for their idea, it would have been expensive and time consuming to assemble and manufacture, even in small batches.Hand-soldered connections depend on time consuming skilled labor and extensive quality assurance - not to mention they can also be less durable and have the appearance of unprofessionalism. Naturally, they wanted to create a more integrated solution to scale production as their business grew.We created a system that actively monitors toiletry levels and bathroom cleanliness, and instantly notifies cleaning staff via email or SMS when necessary. This allows staff to prioritize their workload and provide building visitors with a cleaner and more pleasurable experience.We analyzed their prototype and miniaturized features into a condensed schematic diagram. Next, we created a layout using Altium with similar components that was compatible with their existing code.The resulting PCB combined the functionality of the many individual pieces that made up their prototype. The miniaturized product was designed to fit in an aesthetic plastic enclosure suitable to installation.We delivered a printed circuit board with embedded software that optimized the energy consumption and electrical footprint. It was tested to ensure that data was properly able to flow to the back-end systems for data visualization and analysis.
Mero wanted to launch a new product quickly to help their customers react to the new COVID-19 situation. The goal was to take the data they had already been collecting and displaying to cleaning staff and use it in new ways.Allowing building tenants to view restroom cleanliness information in realtime enables them to make informed decisions and feel more comfortable going about their day.We were able to transform their wireframes and mockups into a functional product within 4 weeks. Visit Comfort by Mero for a live demo.
Roster Point was bouncing around between freelancers and development agencies who were billing hours but accomplishing very little. They had been forced to take their site offline and users were becoming frustrated waiting for them to relaunch.Alora Labs introduced modern software development methodologies like automated testing, version control, continuous integration and agile project management.The client was understandable stressed about relaunching as soon as possible but we were able to balance the desire for features with the necessity to launch the site and provide a reliable and high quality experience.The platform relaunched with the agreed upon features. We used modern development methodologies like test driven development, version control, continuous integration and agile project management.
Overall rating
9 Reviews
Expertise
Accuracy of Cost Estimates
Value for Money
Communication
Accuracy of Timeline
The Project
IT Staff Augmentation
Completed
Dec 2021 - Jun 2023
Chief Strategy Officer
Confidential
10 - 49 employees
Overall rating
Expertise
5Accuracy of Cost Estimates
5Communication & Responsiveness
5Accuracy of Timeline
5Value for Money
5Willingness to Refer
Summary
Alora Labs successfully transformed our student loyalty program provider’s product, providing us with a roadmap and clear strategy. Their responsiveness and communication through various channels made the project efficient and effective. I highly recommend working with them.
Project Description
I discovered Alora Labs through an online search and was impressed by their pricing and company values. They assigned 1 employee to our project and led a high-performing product team, creating innovative product strategies and business models to transition our analog program to a digital subscription-based model.
Pros
Alora Labs displayed a clear approach to strategy and execution, delivered project items on time with frequent communication touchpoints, and were culturally aligned with our team.
Cons
I cannot think of any areas for improvement or anything Alora Labs could have done differently. They are an exceptional team to work with.
Switched from another provider?
yes
Considered other providers?
yes
The Project
Web Design
Completed
Apr 2021 - Feb 2023
Digital Marketing Manager
Business services
50 - 249 employees
Overall rating
Expertise
5Accuracy of Cost Estimates
5Communication & Responsiveness
5Accuracy of Timeline
5Value for Money
5Willingness to Refer
Summary
Working with Alora Labs on integrating Google Analytics has been a great experience. Their personalized approach, expertise, and timely responses have greatly contributed to the success of our marketing efforts. We look forward to continuing our partnership with them.
Project Description
I discovered Alora Labs through a trusted referral, and their expertise in integrating Google Analytics across our platforms has greatly enhanced our marketing efforts. They provided personalized support and custom funnels to align with our marketing goals.
Pros
Alora Labs is very knowledgeable, responsive, and solutions-oriented, offering their expertise and support to meet our company’s goals. They provided valuable resources, consistent communication, and timely responses to all our needs.
Cons
There are no significant areas for improvement that I can identify. Alora Labs has consistently delivered valuable support and exceeded our expectations.
Switched from another provider?
yes
Considered other providers?
yes
The Project
Product Design
Completed
Feb 2019 - Oct 2020
25000-50000 USD
VP Engineering
Confidential
10 - 49 employees
Overall rating
Expertise
5Accuracy of Cost Estimates
5Communication & Responsiveness
5Accuracy of Timeline
5Value for Money
5Willingness to Refer
Summary
Thanks to Alora Labs, our product’s design was approved by stakeholders and manufacturing partners, moving us closer to our mass production goals. Their team’s expertise in product development and engineering guidance was instrumental in our project’s success.
Project Description
I discovered Alora Labs through an online search and chose them over other options due to their proximity, affordable pricing, and shared values. They assigned a team of 2-5 employees to help us transform a prototype-level CAD into a design ready for mass production. Their key deliverables included DFM review, product development, CAD revisions, and electrical engineering guidance.
Pros
The quality of Alora Labs’ work, combined with their affordability and speed, truly sets them apart from the competition. Their project management and timeliness were exceptional, ensuring that all our requirements were met and any delays were handled efficiently.
Cons
I have no areas for improvement to suggest as Alora Labs excelled in all aspects and went above and beyond to ensure our satisfaction as clients.
Switched from another provider?
yes
Considered other providers?
yes
The Project
Web Design
Completed
Dec 2017 - Aug 2019
25000-50000 USD
CEO
Information technology
10 - 49 employees
Overall rating
Expertise
5Accuracy of Cost Estimates
5Communication & Responsiveness
5Accuracy of Timeline
5Value for Money
5Willingness to Refer
Summary
I found Alora’s team to be responsive and professional, delivering excellent quality work in design, development, and project management. They helped us rebrand our cybersecurity company with a unique luxury aesthetic both online and off, meeting all deadlines and exceeding expectations.
Project Description
I discovered Alora Labs through an online search and was impressed by their good value for cost and alignment with our company values. They were assigned a team of 2-5 employees to help us rebrand from a general IT provider to a high-tech and high-compliance security show. The project consisted of four phases: Discovery and Alignment, Branding, Web Design, and Web Development.
Pros
Alora’s team provided consistently excellent quality work in design, development, and project management. They were responsive and professional throughout the engagement.
Cons
Not really. Alora is one of the strongest design organizations I have worked with in my 25 years in the technology industry.
Switched from another provider?
yes
Considered other providers?
yes
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