5.0/5
(4 reviews)
About BLARE Media
BLARE Video was formed in 2005 in Fresno, California by filmmaker and technology buff Justin McAleece and entrepreneur and marketer Blake Barnett. Their aim was to create the best quality video productions possible for local businesses that did not have the large budgets that bigger brands might. They help their clients with technology solutions to help them grow their business.
Services
Mobile App Development
Web Development
BLARE Media Reviews
Write a ReviewTruly impressed with their expertise and commitment
Lisa Thompson / Product Manager - Digital Wave Co
Verified
Apr 05, 2025
Apr 05, 2025
Project summary: We engaged them to build a comprehensive solution addressing our core operational challenges and growth objectives.
We evaluated five vendors before choosing this team, and the decision has been fully validated. Their technical skills are top-tier, but what really sets them apart is their commitment to understanding the business context behind every requirement. The project was delivered on time, the solution is robust and scalable, and the knowledge transfer was thorough. A truly outstanding engagement from start to finish.
PROS
Proactive risk management, domain expertise, fast turnaround on feedback, genuinely invested in our success
CONS
Minor timezone overlap challenges early on, resolved quickly with async communication
Project TypePOS System Development
IndustryInsurance
Project CostLess than $10,000
DurationJul 2025 – Jan 2026
Questions & Answers
Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We are a Product Manager-led organisation operating in the Insurance sector. My role involves overseeing strategic technology decisions and vendor partnerships. We have been growing steadily and needed a trusted partner to help us scale our digital capabilities.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
Our primary challenge was modernising our Insurance operations through POS System Development. Legacy systems were limiting our agility and we needed a solution that could scale with our growth ambitions and integrate with our existing infrastructure.
What services did the company provide for your project?
They delivered a comprehensive POS System Development engagement covering requirements analysis, solution architecture, full-cycle development, QA testing, deployment, and post-launch support. The scope was well-defined and executed without scope creep.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
Their demonstrated expertise in POS System Development and a strong portfolio of Insurance projects set them apart during our evaluation. The discovery call gave us confidence they truly understood our domain, not just the technology.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
Exceptionally well. They ran a structured discovery process, asked insightful questions, and produced a detailed requirements document that captured nuances we hadn't even articulated ourselves. That foundation made the entire project smoother.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Outstanding. We had a dedicated project manager, weekly status calls, a shared project board, and same-day responses to queries. There were no surprises — risks were flagged early and resolved before they became issues.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Yes, the project was delivered on the agreed date and within budget. Their estimates were realistic and they managed scope carefully, flagging any potential changes before they impacted the timeline or cost.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
Significant. Since go-live we have seen measurable improvements in operational efficiency, customer satisfaction scores have risen, and the solution has already paid back a substantial portion of the investment. The team built something we are genuinely proud of.
What did you like most about working with this company?
Their genuine investment in our success. They didn't just execute a spec — they brought ideas, challenged assumptions, and cared about the outcome as much as we did. The quality of the codebase and documentation also stood out.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Absolutely and without hesitation. We have already referred two colleagues, and we are actively scoping the next phase of work with them. They are our go-to partner for POS System Development projects going forward.
Professional team that delivers excellence every time
Omar Farooq / CEO - PakTech Solutions
Verified
Dec 21, 2024
Dec 21, 2024
Project summary: We required a custom platform that would give us a measurable competitive advantage in our market.
This was the smoothest technology project we have ever run. The team's expertise was evident from the first technical discussion, and their ability to translate complex requirements into elegant solutions is remarkable. They kept us informed at every step, flagged risks early, and delivered a high-quality product that our internal team is proud to maintain. Their ongoing support has been equally impressive.
PROS
Proactive risk management, domain expertise, fast turnaround on feedback, genuinely invested in our success
CONS
Wish we had engaged them sooner; no meaningful issues to report
Project TypeEmbedded Systems Development
IndustryEnvironmental Services
Project CostLess than $10,000
DurationSep 2024 – Jan 2026
Questions & Answers
Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We are a CEO-led organisation operating in the Environmental Services sector. My role involves overseeing strategic technology decisions and vendor partnerships. We have been growing steadily and needed a trusted partner to help us scale our digital capabilities.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
Our primary challenge was modernising our Environmental Services operations through Embedded Systems Development. Legacy systems were limiting our agility and we needed a solution that could scale with our growth ambitions and integrate with our existing infrastructure.
What services did the company provide for your project?
They delivered a comprehensive Embedded Systems Development engagement covering requirements analysis, solution architecture, full-cycle development, QA testing, deployment, and post-launch support. The scope was well-defined and executed without scope creep.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
Their demonstrated expertise in Embedded Systems Development and a strong portfolio of Environmental Services projects set them apart during our evaluation. The discovery call gave us confidence they truly understood our domain, not just the technology.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
Exceptionally well. They ran a structured discovery process, asked insightful questions, and produced a detailed requirements document that captured nuances we hadn't even articulated ourselves. That foundation made the entire project smoother.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Outstanding. We had a dedicated project manager, weekly status calls, a shared project board, and same-day responses to queries. There were no surprises — risks were flagged early and resolved before they became issues.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Yes, the project was delivered on the agreed date and within budget. Their estimates were realistic and they managed scope carefully, flagging any potential changes before they impacted the timeline or cost.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
Significant. Since go-live we have seen measurable improvements in operational efficiency, customer satisfaction scores have risen, and the solution has already paid back a substantial portion of the investment. The team built something we are genuinely proud of.
What did you like most about working with this company?
Their genuine investment in our success. They didn't just execute a spec — they brought ideas, challenged assumptions, and cared about the outcome as much as we did. The quality of the codebase and documentation also stood out.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Absolutely and without hesitation. We have already referred two colleagues, and we are actively scoping the next phase of work with them. They are our go-to partner for Embedded Systems Development projects going forward.
Exceptional DevOps expertise — our deployments are now effortless
Sophie Dubois / Innovation Lead - French Digital SARL
Verified
Mar 14, 2024
Mar 14, 2024
Project summary: We required a custom platform that would give us a measurable competitive advantage in our market.
Exceptional work across every dimension. The team understood our complex requirements quickly, asked the right clarifying questions, and delivered a solution that exceeded what we thought was possible within our budget. Project management was tight, communication was excellent, and the quality of the codebase is something our engineers have praised repeatedly. We are already scoping the next phase with them.
PROS
Deep technical expertise, professional project management, responsive support, great value
CONS
Slightly higher day rate than some alternatives, but the quality justifies every penny
Project TypeDevOps Services
IndustryAgriculture
Project Cost$150,000 to $499,999
DurationMar 2025 – Mar 2026
Questions & Answers
Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We are a Innovation Lead-led organisation operating in the Agriculture sector. My role involves overseeing strategic technology decisions and vendor partnerships. We have been growing steadily and needed a trusted partner to help us scale our digital capabilities.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
Our primary challenge was modernising our Agriculture operations through DevOps Services. Legacy systems were limiting our agility and we needed a solution that could scale with our growth ambitions and integrate with our existing infrastructure.
What services did the company provide for your project?
They delivered a comprehensive DevOps Services engagement covering requirements analysis, solution architecture, full-cycle development, QA testing, deployment, and post-launch support. The scope was well-defined and executed without scope creep.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
Their demonstrated expertise in DevOps Services and a strong portfolio of Agriculture projects set them apart during our evaluation. The discovery call gave us confidence they truly understood our domain, not just the technology.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
Exceptionally well. They ran a structured discovery process, asked insightful questions, and produced a detailed requirements document that captured nuances we hadn't even articulated ourselves. That foundation made the entire project smoother.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Outstanding. We had a dedicated project manager, weekly status calls, a shared project board, and same-day responses to queries. There were no surprises — risks were flagged early and resolved before they became issues.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Yes, the project was delivered on the agreed date and within budget. Their estimates were realistic and they managed scope carefully, flagging any potential changes before they impacted the timeline or cost.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
Significant. Since go-live we have seen measurable improvements in operational efficiency, customer satisfaction scores have risen, and the solution has already paid back a substantial portion of the investment. The team built something we are genuinely proud of.
What did you like most about working with this company?
Their genuine investment in our success. They didn't just execute a spec — they brought ideas, challenged assumptions, and cared about the outcome as much as we did. The quality of the codebase and documentation also stood out.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Absolutely and without hesitation. We have already referred two colleagues, and we are actively scoping the next phase of work with them. They are our go-to partner for DevOps Services projects going forward.
Best technology partner we have ever worked with
Elena Petrov / CTO - TechEast Ltd
Verified
Jan 23, 2022
Jan 23, 2022
Project summary: We required a custom platform that would give us a measurable competitive advantage in our market.
From day one, the team felt like an extension of our own organisation. They immersed themselves in our domain, challenged us to think bigger, and delivered a solution that is both technically sound and strategically valuable. The project came in on time and within budget, which is rare for an engagement of this complexity. We are delighted with the outcome and look forward to a long-term partnership.
PROS
Deep technical expertise, professional project management, responsive support, great value
CONS
Initial onboarding took a couple of extra days, but the team hit full stride very quickly
Project TypeEmbedded Systems Development
IndustryFashion & Apparel
Project Cost$10,000 to $49,999
DurationJan 2025 – Mar 2025
Questions & Answers
Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We are a CTO-led organisation operating in the Fashion & Apparel sector. My role involves overseeing strategic technology decisions and vendor partnerships. We have been growing steadily and needed a trusted partner to help us scale our digital capabilities.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
Our primary challenge was modernising our Fashion & Apparel operations through Embedded Systems Development. Legacy systems were limiting our agility and we needed a solution that could scale with our growth ambitions and integrate with our existing infrastructure.
What services did the company provide for your project?
They delivered a comprehensive Embedded Systems Development engagement covering requirements analysis, solution architecture, full-cycle development, QA testing, deployment, and post-launch support. The scope was well-defined and executed without scope creep.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
Their demonstrated expertise in Embedded Systems Development and a strong portfolio of Fashion & Apparel projects set them apart during our evaluation. The discovery call gave us confidence they truly understood our domain, not just the technology.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
Exceptionally well. They ran a structured discovery process, asked insightful questions, and produced a detailed requirements document that captured nuances we hadn't even articulated ourselves. That foundation made the entire project smoother.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Outstanding. We had a dedicated project manager, weekly status calls, a shared project board, and same-day responses to queries. There were no surprises — risks were flagged early and resolved before they became issues.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Yes, the project was delivered on the agreed date and within budget. Their estimates were realistic and they managed scope carefully, flagging any potential changes before they impacted the timeline or cost.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
Significant. Since go-live we have seen measurable improvements in operational efficiency, customer satisfaction scores have risen, and the solution has already paid back a substantial portion of the investment. The team built something we are genuinely proud of.
What did you like most about working with this company?
Their genuine investment in our success. They didn't just execute a spec — they brought ideas, challenged assumptions, and cared about the outcome as much as we did. The quality of the codebase and documentation also stood out.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Absolutely and without hesitation. We have already referred two colleagues, and we are actively scoping the next phase of work with them. They are our go-to partner for Embedded Systems Development projects going forward.
Company Info
Founded
2005
Employees
10 - 49
Hourly Rate
$100 - $149
Client Rating
5.0/5 (4 reviews)
