Project Description
For a major construction group, we developed an innovative shop-in-shop marketplace for building materials and construction elements. The platform revolutionizes the traditional procurement process in the construction sector by bringing together manufacturers, distributors, and customers on a single digital platform. The platform enables manufacturers and distributors to offer their products in their own shop area within the marketplace. At the same time, customers benefit from a comprehensive product range, transparent pricing, and a simplified ordering process. The platform offers advanced search and filter functions that allow customers to quickly find the materials they need. Particular attention was paid to user-friendliness and the specific requirements of the construction industry. For example, the platform supports ordering in project-specific quantities and offers features for budget control and project planning.
Scope of Services
- Shop-in-shop marketplace model
- Comprehensive product and supplier management
- Advanced search and filter functions
- Project-related procurement tools
- Multi-vendor management
- Integrated payment and logistics solutions
- Analytics and reporting
Challenge
The main challenge was the digitalization of traditional, often still analog processes in the construction industry. A platform had to be created that meets the complex requirements of B2B procurement in the construction sector while offering intuitive user-friendliness that convinces even less tech-savvy users.
Solution
We implemented a user-centered design process in which potential users from the construction industry were involved in the development from the very beginning. Through iterative prototyping and testing phases, we were able to create a solution that is both functionally powerful and user-friendly.
Results
The platform has successfully established itself in the market and is experiencing continuous growth in both the number of providers and transaction volumes. It has led to a significant increase in efficiency in the procurement process and is praised by users for its user-friendliness and comprehensive functionality.
The platform has fundamentally changed our procurement processes. What used to take days, we now complete in minutes. The platform is a game-changer for the construction industry.
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