Twin Cities Mobile and Web Software Development

We are delighted with the speed and attention to detail that you've given to our MBA Bookstore Events website restructuring. You solved a whole tangle of very frustrating functional problems quickly and effectively, and it has been a pleasure to work with you on this project. Thank you so much on behalf of our association and our member bookstores.

- Midwest Booksellers Association

We appreciate you taking a look at some of the work we have done for our clients. We try to continually update this page as much as possible. Sometimes however, due the nature of projects being under non-disclosure agreements, we are not able to disclose a lot of information. If you are interested in looking at any detailed aspects of the systems that we have developed, please don't hesitate to contact us and we would be more than happy to talk with you about the design, development and deployment of any of these applications.

As with all of the applications we develop, we use strictly Open Source Software and can give you some insight into what it would take to fully create your internet application. We are also available for direct consulting and team development with-in your organization if that is what you require.

Company
ZLAND

Background
ZLAND came to use with a mission - to be the best geographically based, online business directory in the world. We were up to the challenge! Partnering with another local software development firm, and using the framework, we developed a highly scalable and feature rich web application. Additionally, Localtone exclusively developed both an iPhone™ and Android™ native mobile applications for end users of the website. This project highlights our expertise both in the server and mobile development space. Technologies used: Grails, iPhone/Objective C, Android/Java, Amazon Web Services

Website
http://www.zland.com

ZLAND Screenshot
Company
Geek Squad

Background
Geek Squad needed an improved method to allow service technicians a way to access information from customers who drop off their computers to be serviced. We developed a pure VoIP service in which customers interface with a voice application that captures their responses on series of questions and stores them for access online. This application has been released in beta to 20 stores in Colorado and has the potential to roll out nationwide in 2009. Technologies used: Asterisk, Adhearsion, Ruby on Rails, Amazon Web Services

Website
http://www.geeksquad.com

Geek Squad Screenshot
Company
Thomson Tax & Accounting

Background
We have done a number of projects with Thomson Tax & Accounting. Most recently, Thomson came to us looking to implement web services with their product and help them create an online monitoring and data reporting tool for display at a number of their locations. We implemented these solutions using Java, Groovy and the Grails application framework with deployment on Websphere. Technologies used: Grails, Java, Websphere

Website
http://checkpoint.riag.com

Checkpoint Screenshot
Company
REBS Marketing

Background
REBS Marketing came to us with a specific business problem: Help us improve our workflow by creating an online back-office application that allows us to submit, monitor, track and manage the assets within our business. Working on-site at their office location and using quick, iterative development cycle, we built REBS Marketing an application that did all of what they asked for and much more. Their application is currently in production to hundreds of users within the organization. Technologies used: Ruby on Rails, Amazon Web Services

Website
http://rebsmarketing.com

REB Marketing Screenshot
Company
Midwest Booksellers Association

Background
We are very proud of the relationship we have built with the Midwest Bookseller Association (MBA). MBA came to us looking to create a website where booksellers can add their own bookstore information, upcoming events and allow visitors to search for bookstores and events in their area. Working with Mykl Roventine Design and under a tight timeline, we were able create an application that meet all of their requirements and was both on time and on budget. Helping businesses and organizations use the web to create real applications that solve problems is the focus of our business. Technologies used: Ruby on Rails.

Website
http://www.midwestbooksellers.org

Midwest Booksellers Association Screenshot
Company
CIDRAP Business Source

Background
Localtone Interactive helped CIDRAP ( Center for Infectious Disease Research & Policy ) launch a newly designed website to handle online purchasing of DVD and subscription sales, along with a modified content management system that allows the editors of the organization the ability to quickly edit content on their public facing website. Enhancements to back-end applications for management of products and user subscriptions was accomplished as well. Technologies used: Java, Sun Application Server, Struts

Website
http://www.cidrapsource.com

CIDRAP Source Screenshot
Company
Concord, Inc.

Background
Concord, Inc. contacted us concerning a website redesign they we going through as they merged their business operation under one corporate. Taking the illustrations from their designer, we were able to bring her creations and interactivity to the browser. We are continuing to work with Concord on enhancements and possible content management solutions where needed in the future.

Website
http://concordusa.com

Checkpoint Screenshot
Company
Pearson Drywall Co.

Background
Working with owner Jerry Pearson and his staff, Localtone Interactive created a clean and informational brochure type web page for his advertising campaigns. It features an automated slideshow of photos showing work being done, a list of testimonials and company information. We also integrated Google Analytics so Jerry can easily see where his advertising dollars are best spent, by tracking where visitors are coming from when they visit his website.

Website
http://www.pearsondrywall.com

Pearson Drywall Screenshot
Company
Center For Leader Development

Background
The Center For Leader Development is quickly becoming the largest online resource for individuals and organizations to learn about leadership development. We partnered and gave its founder, Scott Allen, the ability to write a daily blog, post resources and oversee the management of a leadership WIKI. This site is a prime example of using our U-Control Services, where our client is able to have full control over all aspects of content on his website.

Website
http://www.centerforleaderdevelopment.com

Center For Leader Development Screenshot
Company
Organization Development Connection

Background
Organization Development Connection is a premier organization in Northeast Ohio that promotes Organization Development philosophy and practice. We were able to give them the ability to update the content of their website themselves. In addition to creating a clean and attractive interface, we built a mechanism in which members could register online. Putting these new technologies in place allows the Organization Development Connection to become the expert resource for the local business and not-for-profit community.

Website
http://www.odconnection.org

Organization Development Connection Screenshot
Company
The Integra Group

Background
The Integra Group wanted a website to match their newly revised marketing material. Working closely with their marketing team, we created a full-featured website from the ground up, showcasing this company's expertise in the clinical research services sector.

Website
http://www.integracts.com

The Integra Group Screenshot
Company
Twin Cities West

Background
Twin Cities West focuses on upscale real estate in the western suburbs of the Minneapolis / St. Paul metro area. We put together not only the full website design, but the entire layout and color scheme to be used in all their marketing material. Twin Cities West is one of the most active real estate sites in the the Twin Cities metro area.

Website
http://www.twincitieswest.com

Twin Cities West Screenshot
Company
Break-A-Way-Sanibel

Background
For Break-A-Way-Sanibel, we created an entire website highlighting this magnificent rental property on Sanibel Island, Florida. This attractive site features a photo tour, online registration form and rotating images highlighting the many wonderful details of this home.

Website
http://www.break-a-way-sanibel.com

Break-A-Way-Sanibel Screenshot
Company
Real Estate Services by David Kleine

Background
Real Estate Services by David Kleine is the personal real estate website of David Kleine - a Coldwell Banker Burnett Realtor in the Twin Cities area. With countless years of experience, David was looking to create web presence to highlight just a sample of the many homes he has sold over the years.

Website
http://www.davidkleine.com

David Kleine Screenshot
Company
Debra Reble, Ph.D.

Background
Debra started working with Localtone Interactive through a client referral. We were able to provide a website up a running quickly for her to blog, promote her upcoming book, communicate with her clients and explain the unique mission of her practice.

Website
http://www.debrareble.com

Debra Reble, Ph.D.
More Clients
The porfolio samples here are just a small example of sites we have done and does not include the consulting or training we have done for our clients. Please feel free to contact us to find out more information about our work and for references. Any one of our clients will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have related to the work we have done for them.