About DD9

DD9 is a professional branding, web design and web development company based in Boulder, Colorado. For more than 15 years, they have offered a broad spectrum of creative, visual and internet-based design and development services to local and national businesses and organizations. They are dedicated to providing maximum benefit to their clients to help them succeed in a constantly changing and challenging the business world.

Last updated May 13, 2026

Services

Mobile App Development Web Development Mobile App Design App Marketing iPhone App Development

Industries Served

Travel & Hospitality Mining & Metals Agriculture Human Resources Aerospace & Defense Telecommunications Food & Beverage

DD9 Reviews

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Truly impressed with their expertise and commitment

William Brown / Senior Consultant - Brown Consulting
Verified
Feb 13, 2025

Project summary: We required a customer self-service portal and billing system to reduce support load and improve satisfaction.

The team demonstrated exceptional technical depth throughout every phase of the project. Communication was proactive and transparent — we always knew exactly where things stood. They challenged our assumptions constructively and suggested improvements that made the final product significantly better than our original spec. Delivery was on schedule, the code quality was outstanding, and post-launch support has been prompt and thorough. We could not have asked for a better partner.

PROS

Outstanding code quality, thorough documentation, smooth knowledge transfer, excellent post-launch support

CONS

Slightly higher day rate than some alternatives, but the quality justifies every penny

5.0
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5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Communication
Project TypePOS System Development
IndustryTelecommunications
Project Cost$150,000 to $499,999
DurationOct 2024 – Nov 2025

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We are a Senior Consultant-led organisation operating in the Telecommunications 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 Telecommunications 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 Telecommunications 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

Nathan Clarke / Investment Director - UK Ventures Ltd
Verified
Jun 20, 2024

Project summary: Our company needed a reliable technology partner to deliver a complex project within a tight timeline.

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

Strong engineering skills, clear and consistent communication, flexible and collaborative approach

CONS

Minor timezone overlap challenges early on, resolved quickly with async communication

5.0
Overall
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Communication
Project TypeE-commerce Development
IndustryFood & Beverage
Project Cost$50,000 to $149,999
DurationSep 2024 – Feb 2025

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We are a Investment Director-led organisation operating in the Food & Beverage 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 Food & Beverage operations through E-commerce 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 E-commerce 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 E-commerce Development and a strong portfolio of Food & Beverage 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 E-commerce Development projects going forward.

AI integration that genuinely transformed our operations

David Chen / VP of Engineering - Global Tech Inc
Verified
Dec 08, 2022

Project summary: Our company needed a reliable technology partner to deliver a complex project within a tight timeline.

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

Strong engineering skills, clear and consistent communication, flexible and collaborative approach

CONS

Initial onboarding took a couple of extra days, but the team hit full stride very quickly

5.0
Overall
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Communication
Project TypeAI & Machine Learning
IndustryMining & Metals
Project CostLess than $10,000
DurationOct 2024 – Jan 2025

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We are a VP of Engineering-led organisation operating in the Mining & Metals 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 Mining & Metals operations through AI & Machine Learning. 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 AI & Machine Learning 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 AI & Machine Learning and a strong portfolio of Mining & Metals 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 AI & Machine Learning projects going forward.

Company Info

Founded 2011
Employees 2 - 9
Hourly Rate $100 - $149
Client Rating 4.8/5 (8 reviews)

Rating Breakdown

Quality
4.8
Schedule
4.8
Cost
4.8
Communication
4.8

FAQs

What's the easiest way to actually get in touch with DD9?
Most businesses reach DD9 through its website, a direct email, or a contact form — any of which works for discussing what you need, booking an initial conversation, or asking for a rough estimate. For context, it has experience across industries such as Mining & Metals, Food & Beverage, Telecommunications, Agriculture, Human Resources and Aerospace & Defense, and its average project cost is reported at $10000+.
Does DD9 actually build with AI, or just talk about it?
Plenty of modern software teams, DD9 included, now build real AI and machine learning features — chatbots, predictive models, computer vision, and automation that goes beyond simple rule-based scripts. For context, its listed capabilities span iPhone App Development, Mobile App Design, App Marketing, Web Development and Mobile App Development, and its average project cost is reported at $10000+.
Roughly how long does a project with DD9 take start to finish?
It depends heavily on scope. A lean MVP might be a matter of weeks, while a full enterprise system or a larger digital transformation project can stretch into months once you factor in development, testing, and deployment. With a team of 2 - 9 professionals, DD9 can scale resources based on project urgency.
What kinds of industries has DD9 actually built for?
DD9 has delivered projects across a range of different industries, including Mining & Metals, Food & Beverage, Telecommunications, Agriculture, Human Resources and Aerospace & Defense.
Can I just hire developers from DD9 to sit alongside my own team?
Usually, yes — a dedicated developer arrangement is a common option with firms like DD9, where you get engineers working exclusively on your project as an extension of your in-house team rather than as a separate outsourced unit. For context, it has experience across industries such as Mining & Metals, Food & Beverage, Telecommunications, Agriculture, Human Resources and Aerospace & Defense, and it has been operating since 2011.
What's actually in DD9's technical toolkit?
The exact stack shifts by project, but DD9 commonly works across things like React, Angular, Vue.js, Node.js, Python, .NET, Java, PHP, Flutter, React Native, native iOS and Android, and cloud platforms like AWS and Azure. For context, it has experience across industries such as Mining & Metals, Food & Beverage, Telecommunications, Agriculture, Human Resources and Aerospace & Defense, and it has been operating since 2011.
Will DD9 sign an NDA before we even discuss the project in detail?
Most professional shops, including DD9, expect to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement before getting into specifics — it's a fairly standard ask and a reasonable one to make before sharing anything sensitive. For context, it has experience across industries such as Mining & Metals, Food & Beverage, Telecommunications, Agriculture, Human Resources and Aerospace & Defense, and it reports a team size of 2 - 9 professionals.
Would DD9 be a good fit for an early-stage startup?
Generally, yes — companies like DD9 tend to work well with startups because of what they typically offer: MVP builds, product strategy input, architecture that can scale later, and dedicated teams that keep costs manageable while still moving fast. For context, it has experience across industries such as Mining & Metals, Food & Beverage, Telecommunications, Agriculture, Human Resources and Aerospace & Defense, and it has been operating since 2011.
How do I actually get a real proposal out of DD9 instead of a generic reply?
The most reliable route is giving DD9 a clear, specific brief up front — through their website form, a direct email, or a call — since a vague ask tends to get a vague answer back, while a concrete one usually gets a proper estimate. For context, it has experience across industries such as Mining & Metals, Food & Beverage, Telecommunications, Agriculture, Human Resources and Aerospace & Defense, and its typical hourly rate is around $100 - $149.
Does DD9 only work locally, or take on clients elsewhere too?
DD9 isn't necessarily limited to one region and may take on clients across several countries, depending on market demand and business partnerships.