Unanet AE ERP helped Eskew Dumez Ripple, a New Orleans design firm, overcome financial and project management challenges. Their old ERP... system caused delays and errors, making it hard for project managers to get timely, clear data. With Unanet, the firm gained a single source of truth, easy-to-read visual reports, and fast adoption by project managers. The new system enabled better decisions, smoother operations, and set the stage for future growth.
Heeros PSA helped Lahdelma & Mahlamäki architects improve time tracking and invoicing. Before, they used outdated tools that slowed their... workflow. Now, billable hours transfer directly to invoices and expenses are calculated automatically. Employees find time tracking clear and easy. The firm recommends Heeros PSA for simple invoice management.
Vtiger CRM helped Lemon Yellow, a design agency in India, centralize its sales data. Before, sales information was scattered in... spreadsheets, making tracking hard. With Vtiger CRM, Lemon Yellow reduced record duplication by up to 50%. The sales team saved 25–30% of their time on tracking and reporting. Manual work dropped, and everyone could see deal progress more easily.
Vtiger CRM helped Lemon Yellow, a design agency in India, centralize its sales data. Before, sales information was scattered in... spreadsheets, making tracking hard. With Vtiger CRM, Lemon Yellow reduced record duplication by up to 50%. The sales team saved 25–30% of their time on tracking and reporting. Manual work dropped, and everyone could see deal progress more easily.
Act! helped Landform Professional Services unify CRM, email marketing, and reporting. The firm moved 6,300 contacts into one cloud-based platform.... This made it easy to track campaigns and assign follow-ups. Landform now has one source of truth for all client and marketing data. The team saves time and makes better decisions with clear analytics. Act! supports both remote and in-office work for future growth.
Gold-Vision CRM helped Paragon Design Joinery speed up their quoting process. The team now creates complex quotes quickly and formats... them professionally. Gold-Vision’s reporting tools replaced manual spreadsheets and improved sales meetings with live dashboards. Paragon can easily customize screens for new projects without extra help. The mobile-friendly CRM lets the sales team update information on the go.
Simplicate helped Draw2design cut administrative time by 65%. The company struggled with slow decisions and a confusing billing system. Simplicate... gave them one clear system for projects, hours, and invoicing. Project leaders now have more control and teamwork improved. Draw2design saw 35% less project overspending and faster, error-free billing. They now spend more time on strategy and clients.
Acht Grad Ost AG used Vertec’s cloud CRM and ERP to replace legacy systems. The company quickly implemented the Abacus... web receivable extension with minimal support. Vertec’s clear instructions helped them set up the integration almost independently. This move improved process transparency and future-proofed their business operations. The solution is tailored for project-oriented service providers.
Daylite helped typneun, a graphic design agency in Germany, organize project management and internal communication. Before Daylite, the team struggled... with email chaos and manual tracking for 30 projects at a time. With Daylite, they now link emails to projects, delegate tasks, and track project stages and budgets. The Time&Budget plugin lets them monitor hours and stay within budget. Daylite's mobile app gives instant access to project details and notes, improving client meetings and team collaboration.
Dubsado helped Elizabeth McCravy grow her solo graphic design business into a thriving enterprise. She automated contracts, invoicing, and client... onboarding, saving hours each week. This let her take on more clients and expand into website templates and podcast sponsorships. Using Dubsado, she generated $1.4MM in template sales and earned multiple six-figure salaries. Clients praised her organized, seamless process and professional experience.
BIG used Sugar Enterprise to replace Outlook and Excel for contact and project management. The firm needed a CRM that... could handle custom color-coding and integrate with Outlook. Sugar was customized to match BIG's visual workflows, helping users adopt the new system quickly. Now, BIG manages its multi-country pipeline and business development in one place. Teams report better access to information and improved collaboration.
Quickbase helped ProPoint Graphics cut unproductive staff time by 33%. The company gained $100,000 in billable staff time and reached... a 95% staff utilization rate. Quickbase centralized project management and improved real-time data access. Staff can now manage four times more projects without missing deadlines. Repeat customer business increased by 10%.
NetHunt CRM helped iGarden Vision, a landscaping design company in Swindon, UK, organize client and lead management. The business grew... quickly, and manual tracking with Gmail, Google Docs, and Sheets became unmanageable. NetHunt CRM streamlined their sales pipeline and automated email linking. The team saved time and improved productivity. The director reported a 100% increase in efficiency and praised the tailored support.
Onware helped IBI Group manage contract administration for the General Recycling facility project. The project involved a three-building expansion in... Edmonton. Onware enabled role-based access for different project teams and streamlined RFI and submittal tracking. The software also made it easy to store and review concrete test results. IBI Group used Onware to assign roles for both the owner and contractor, improving project visibility and control.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Dropbox and Dropbox Paper help Designit connect 16 global offices and nearly 1,000 users. Teams use Paper to work together... in real time, cutting down on emails and admin work. The Design Research team uses Paper to organize research and highlight key insights. The Marketing team manages content and social media plans in one place. Designit creates over 100 marketing assets a year with Paper, making collaboration simple and fast.
Dropbox and Dropbox Paper help Designit connect 16 global offices and nearly 1,000 users. Teams use Paper to work together... in real time, cutting down on emails and admin work. The Design Research team uses Paper to organize research and highlight key insights. The Marketing team manages content and social media plans in one place. Designit creates over 100 marketing assets a year with Paper, making collaboration simple and fast.
Dropbox and Dropbox Paper help Designit connect 16 global offices and nearly 1,000 users. Teams use Paper to work together... in real time, cutting down on emails and admin work. The Design Research team uses Paper to organize research and highlight key insights. The Marketing team manages content and social media plans in one place. Designit creates over 100 marketing assets a year with Paper, making collaboration simple and fast.
Superformula used Zeplin and Figma to deliver large-scale web and app projects for MGM Resorts. Their team managed 40–50 screens... per project, using Figma for creative iteration and Zeplin for organized handoff. Zeplin’s versioning and commit messages kept designers and engineers in sync, reducing confusion and delays. Styleguides in Zeplin helped scale design systems, ensuring consistency and fewer errors. This workflow improved speed, quality, and collaboration for distributed teams.
TeamViewer DEX helped Arup decommission 95 physical servers with no disruption. Arup automated over 5,000 monthly IT instructions using ServiceNow... integration. The company now manages 20,000+ devices based on real performance data, not age. Device compliance improved for 18,000 hybrid employees. Arup extended device lifecycles and cut hardware costs. TeamViewer DEX enabled a smooth shift to a cloud-first model.
Framer helped wild, a global creative studio, launch over 10 sites with faster delivery. Designers used Framer to control projects... from idea to launch, cutting site build time from four weeks to two. Clients could iterate quickly and take over after launch. wild used Framer for both internal and client projects, including award-winning sites. The platform enabled collaboration, experimentation, and designer ownership throughout the process.
Pigiama Kasama used the Spatial SDK to build Kasama The Awakening, a cinematic, story-driven adventure game. The studio wanted to... create an immersive digital world that blends narrative depth with interactive gameplay. Using Spatial's Unity-powered tools, they delivered a visually stunning experience accessible on web, mobile, and VR. Players explore a magical land, solve mysteries, and shape the story. The project set a new standard for digital brand engagement and interactive storytelling.
Missive helped Avenue Systems unify team and client communication. Before Missive, they struggled with fragmented tools like Gmail, SMS, and... Monday.com. Missive centralized their emails, chats, and tasks in one place. Team inboxes and internal chat improved project coordination. Automation features saved time and kept conversations organized. Avenue Systems now has a more efficient and inclusive workflow.
Innovatemap uses Whimsical to create user flows, diagrams, and product maps for client projects. The team struggled to find tools... that balanced polish and speed for early-stage product concepts. With Whimsical, they quickly build presentable, low-fidelity visuals to align with clients and gather feedback. Features like auto-formatting and comments help Innovatemap move faster and reduce re-work. Whimsical is now their main tool for product management deliverables.
Egnyte helped Lionakis migrate 16 TB of data to the cloud in under two weeks. The design firm eliminated disaster... recovery delays and enabled instant file access for remote teams. Egnyte’s platform improved collaboration across offices and construction sites. Lionakis now onboards acquired firms faster and keeps projects running smoothly. Clients benefit from quicker project timelines and reliable service.
Moodzer used Uploadcare to automate image processing for its SaaS moodboard platform. With only two employees, they needed to generate... thumbnails and analyze image color patterns for a 'search by color' feature. Uploadcare's Smart CDN let them replace custom scripts and cron jobs, enabling thumbnail generation in just 20 minutes. Moodzer now manages all image uploads and processing through Uploadcare, saving significant development time and maintenance effort.
Freelo helped Authentica s. r.o., an in-store design specialist, improve internal communication and project management. Before Freelo, project updates relied...on emails, phone calls, and in-person meetings, causing confusion. With Freelo, the team tracks all projects in one place and assigns tasks quickly. This change made collaboration with external experts easier and reduced missed information. Authentica now manages both long-term and short-term projects more smoothly.
Tresorit helped Forge Design, a London-based network of 200+ automotive designers, secure confidential client files. The company needed a simple,... secure way to share sensitive automotive design materials with clients and external collaborators. Tresorit's end-to-end encryption and zero-knowledge authentication provided the highest level of data security. The solution enabled easy file sharing, flexible workflows, and strong client trust. Clients and investors appreciated the assurance of secure, encrypted document handling.
Tabidoo helped Ateliér A8000, a leading Czech architectural studio, unify project management and resource planning. Before Tabidoo, data was scattered... across spreadsheets and platforms, causing inefficiency. The studio implemented Tabidoo to centralize business data, automate workflows, and standardize processes. Key modules now include CRM, HR, helpdesk, and project management. The result is a robust system that manages the entire company and supports growth.
Matrix42 SaaS Management helped Metacore gain full visibility into its SaaS tools. The company reduced software spend by identifying and... removing unused subscriptions. Renewal processes became faster and more consistent. Metacore eliminated shadow IT and improved governance. User feedback features supported better decision making. The platform now supports ongoing IT and finance planning.
Kernel Data Recovery helped KPG, a design firm in Seattle, fix a critical Exchange Server issue. KPG could not mount... its Exchange database and faced repeated error messages. The Kernel Data Recovery team analyzed the problem, checked for database inconsistencies, and used their Exchange Recovery software. The solution restored access and enabled migration from Exchange 2010 to Office 365. KPG was fully satisfied with the results.
Content Snare helped LightHouse Graphics cut content meetings from 5 to 2 per project. Before, projects dragged out for 6-9... months due to slow client content delivery. The team wasted billable hours chasing clients for content. With Content Snare, reminders are automated and clients find the process easy. Projects now move faster and the team can focus on design work.
Merge Rocks used WeWeb to cut development time by 2–3×. The agency faced slow project cycles due to friction between... designers and developers. With WeWeb, both roles worked together in one environment. Designers handled visual changes, while developers managed logic and integrations. Feedback loops shrank from weeks to minutes. Merge Rocks now delivers client portals and data-driven apps faster and with fewer developer hours.
Cloudalize helped Ayre Chamberlain Gaunt (ACG), a UK architectural studio, work with Revit on macOS from any location. ACG wanted secure,... flexible cloud access for digital collaboration. Cloudalize delivered a virtual desktop solution for real-time teamwork and visualization. The firm now collaborates on projects remotely and securely. This supports ACG’s digital transformation goals.
Turnstyle, a creative agency, needed a secure way to share large files with clients worldwide. Their old FTP system was... slow, not secure, and did not allow client uploads. Onehub provided a cloud-based solution that made file sharing fast and safe. Turnstyle now manages about 80 workspaces for clients and projects. The branded portal helps them look professional and saves time finding digital assets. Clients can access and manage files easily, improving collaboration.
Templafy helped White Arkitekter centralize template management for over 900 employees. Staff can now easily find up-to-date, brand-compliant templates and... digital assets. The solution integrates with their digital asset management system, streamlining workflows. Email signature management ensures consistent branding in all communications. This digital transformation supports quality control and a unified visual identity.
Magnolia CMS helped ffbk Architekten organize over 70 projects into a dynamic, structured website. The new platform made it easy... for clients to find relevant work using filters for typology, status, and region. The site has delivered stable performance for 5 years and supports ongoing client acquisition. The structured data now prepares the firm for future AI-powered archive search. Magnolia enabled a unique tile-based design that matches business areas.
Annett Grauel, a web designer and photographer from Germany, uses Pulse CMS to build unique websites for small businesses and freelancers. She values the... freedom to design custom HTML and CSS layouts. Her clients, including kindergartens and schools, find it easy to update their own content without agency help. Pulse CMS offers a simple, secure, and database-free solution. Annett has relied on Pulse since 2011 for its reliability and ease of use.
Egnyte helped Lionakis migrate 16 TB of data to the cloud in under two weeks. The design firm eliminated disaster... recovery delays and enabled instant file access for remote teams. Egnyte’s platform improved collaboration across offices and construction sites. Lionakis now onboards acquired firms faster and keeps projects running smoothly. Clients benefit from quicker project timelines and reliable service.
Pulse helps RealtyNinja, a creative agency in Vancouver, manage cash flow with ease. The team uses Pulse to visualize income... and expenses, making accounting simple. Pulse lets them quickly see the impact of new prospects on their finances. The tool reduces stress and fear about running out of cash. RealtyNinja finds Pulse easy to use and easy to teach to others.
M-Files helps VDA improve document flexibility and business efficiency. VDA designs and engineers elevators, escalators, and lift systems. The platform... streamlines how VDA manages documents. This leads to better project workflows. VDA gains more control over information. The company works faster and more efficiently.
Apryse SDK helped OEC Graphics upgrade its FUSION workflow system. OEC needed a fast, customizable PDF web viewer for client... collaboration. Their old tool was too complex, leading to client dissatisfaction and lost users. Apryse SDK enabled a simpler UI, faster PDF loading, and easy annotation management. Training time dropped from 3 hours to 1 hour per week. Deployment time per client fell from 2-3 days to less than one day. User satisfaction and adoption increased.
Apryse SDK helped OEC Graphics upgrade its FUSION workflow system. OEC needed a fast, customizable PDF web viewer for client... collaboration. Their old tool was too complex, leading to client dissatisfaction and lost users. Apryse SDK enabled a simpler UI, faster PDF loading, and easy annotation management. Training time dropped from 3 hours to 1 hour per week. Deployment time per client fell from 2-3 days to less than one day. User satisfaction and adoption increased.
Sanity helped Rich Brilliant Willing improve their B2B e-commerce site. They enabled real-time product configuration with extensive product variations. Automations... reduced manual work for ERP onboarding and product sheet creation. Middleware integration with Sanity sped up site build times. The team could focus on creative work instead of data maintenance. Sanity provided reliable data management and flexible workflows.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Directus helped Heinrichs & Heinrichs (H&H) agency move from WordPress to a headless CMS. H&H used Directus and Nuxt 3... to build dynamic websites for clients, including a recruiting agency. The platform made it easy to manage complex data and create flexible, editable digital experiences. H&H saved time and improved project maintainability with Directus Flows and user-friendly content management. Clients can now manage content without coding, and H&H can quickly bring new ideas to life.
CloudCannon helped Usecue, a digital agency, move away from WordPress and reduce time spent on site management. Joost van der... Schee, the owner, found CloudCannon's integration with Jekyll made site creation and content editing easier for both developers and clients. The switch improved security, cut maintenance costs, and allowed Joost to focus on development instead of managing plugins. Clients now edit content directly, freeing up developer resources and increasing efficiency.
Design by George used ContentBox CMS to quickly build a website for a federal internship program. They had just six... weeks to launch the site. ContentBox let them create custom modules for student applications and staff selection. The team used features like blogging, comment moderation, and RESTful APIs. ContentBox’s modular design helped them deliver a robust solution fast.
Fastly helped 7digital improve music streaming performance. 7digital needed a CDN with real-time configuration and better visibility. Fastly's CDN let... them make instant changes and integrate with their development cycle. Streaming Miss reduced time to first byte for large audio files. 90% of requests are now cached at the edge, cutting latency to 400–500 ms. Real-time analytics and responsive support helped 7digital scale their global music platform.
Fastly helped 7digital improve music streaming performance. 7digital needed a CDN with real-time configuration and better visibility. Fastly's CDN let... them make instant changes and integrate with their development cycle. Streaming Miss reduced time to first byte for large audio files. 90% of requests are now cached at the edge, cutting latency to 400–500 ms. Real-time analytics and responsive support helped 7digital scale their global music platform.
Cosmic helped Erik Olsen, a part-time developer, manage content for his image-heavy photography websites. He switched from complex CMS tools... to Cosmic for its easy setup and powerful media management. With Cosmic, Erik uploads photo shoots in days instead of months. The platform's JSON metadata and responsive image features save him hours. Flexible pricing and a simple UI let him focus on building his sites, not file management.
Forecast helped Candyspace fix slow reporting and project delays. The finance team now gets real-time data for faster decisions. Project... managers use better scheduling and analytics to track burn rates and resources. Employees like the easy interface and use the tool more. Candyspace can now grow and manage more complex projects with Forecast.
Backlog helped Shikumi Design manage large-scale projects with many changing tasks. Before Backlog, teams struggled to track and prioritize work.... With Backlog, they organized requests in bulk and set clear task priorities. They used milestones to plan work in two-week cycles. This improved communication and let them handle both user requests and internal goals. As a result, projects ran more smoothly and the team reached new audiences.
Advent Designs needed a project management tool that artists would enjoy using. They chose TeamGantt for its easy and attractive... interface. The design team uses TeamGantt to plan and track many projects. Brad Jones, VP of Design, says the software is fluid and works for them every day. TeamGantt helps Advent Designs manage creative projects for their clients.
Cerebro helped United 3D Labs manage over 200 tasks for a major museum project in Kazan. The team used Cerebro... to organize 17 installations, each with many subtasks, making project tracking simple. Before Cerebro, they tried other systems but found them less convenient. With Cerebro, new employees learned the system quickly. The tool made it easy to keep all project communication and previews in one place. United 3D Labs now handles tight deadlines and complex projects with less stress.
Racing Post used Aha! to organize product strategy and roadmaps. They struggled with unclear product boundaries and time-consuming management reporting.... Aha! let them create multiple products by subject area and plan initiatives with senior management. Custom fields helped map initiatives to delivery channels. Reporting became faster and clearer, saving many hours each week. The team gained flexibility and better alignment across projects.
CCM2 Architectes used Redbooth to improve project management and save time. The team wanted a tool to make follow-ups easier... and standardize projects. Redbooth helped them transfer knowledge between senior and junior staff. The software made it simple to check every important point in each project. As a result, CCM2 Architectes reduced mistakes and made project handovers smoother.
Neighborly Creative (formerly White Space)
- Design
- Small
Rochester, USA
ActiveCollab helped Neighborly Creative, a small branding agency, organize projects and tasks. Before, they struggled with scattered emails and unclear... timelines. Now, they use columns for each project phase and assign tasks easily. Team members track time, share feedback, and communicate in one place. Email overload is gone, and workflow is smoother. The team feels more connected and efficient every day.
FunctionFox helped Paper Laundry, a design and advertising studio, organize their project management and time tracking. The team used FunctionFox... to track actual time against estimates and manage billing. They replaced spreadsheets with automated timesheets and invoicing. Paper Laundry found it easier to estimate project time and validate hours with clients. The system improved their productivity and record-keeping. They also appreciated dedicated customer support from FunctionFox.
White Arkitekter used MeisterTask to manage complex architecture projects. Before, they struggled with outdated tools and lacked clear project oversight.... MeisterTask gave them structured workflows and automated processes. Teams now use project boards, templates, and integrations with Slack and Zendesk. This improved project tracking, saved time, and made responsibilities clear. The company reports more efficient teamwork and precise project delivery.
Quickbase helped ProPoint Graphics cut unproductive staff time by 33%. The company gained $100,000 in billable staff time and reached... a 95% staff utilization rate. Quickbase centralized project management and improved real-time data access. Staff can now manage four times more projects without missing deadlines. Repeat customer business increased by 10%.
Cloud Coach helped Red Bee save 2 full-time employees by automating project data administration and resource management. Before Cloud Coach,... Red Bee managed projects manually with data scattered in different places. Now, all project information is centralized in one tool. Project managers can see all data and report on portfolio performance easily. Red Bee improved efficiency and gained better insight into project demand.
Kantata helped PlainJoe Studios increase the number of projects closing within budget by 50%. The design studio replaced manual tools... like Smartsheet and Google Sheets with Kantata to consolidate project data. This improved business intelligence and made it easier to manage resources and profitability. PlainJoe Studios also saw a 15% increase in billing rates. The team gained better insights into project needs and budgeting.
Flowlu helped Pasley Commercial Interiors replace four separate tools with one unified platform. The design firm used Flowlu to manage... sales pipelines, project workflows, and client communication in a single place. The team quickly adapted, finding it easier to track projects and deadlines. Internal and client conversations became more organized. Pasley Commercial Interiors now delivers projects with fewer gaps and better visibility for everyone involved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Anima helped Gaia Zuccaro, a freelance UX/UI designer, cut production time from 1 week to 1 day. She uses Anima... for Figma to create interactive prototypes for major Italian clients. With Anima, she hands off high-fidelity designs and code to developers, saving at least 30% of their coding time. This workflow boosts client satisfaction and speeds up project delivery. Gaia credits Anima for making her business more efficient and responsive.
Arcadis N. V. partnered with ELB Learning to launch a global sustainability eLearning program. The curriculum included 14 modules, interactive...media, and was available in seven languages. Within two years, the program achieved a Net Promoter Score over 70. Employees across 30+ countries gained a unified understanding of sustainability. The training helped standardize knowledge and drive behavior change worldwide.
Dear Alice (Alice Lane Interior Design Team)
- Design
- Small
Salt Lake City, USA
Dear Alice, an interior design podcast by the Alice Lane Interior Design Team, used Podbean to grow their audience and monetize their show. The team leveraged... their design expertise to create engaging content and share creative tips. Podbean's features helped them boost both their design services and home goods sales. Their partnership with Podbean enabled flexible collaboration and effective podcast monetization. Dear Alice built a strong listener community and shared advice for new podcasters.
Figma helped Lollypop Design Studio cut prototyping effort by 3–4x and reduce feedback cycles from days to one day. The agency moved... its entire workflow into Figma, using FigJam for discovery, Figma Design for prototyping, and Figma Make for faster front-end delivery. Teams and clients now collaborate in one place, speeding up design and development. Lollypop delivers projects in weeks instead of months, improving quality and client satisfaction.
Truescape used Wipster to improve their video review process. Before Wipster, feedback was slow and confusing, with emails and documents... scattered. Wipster let clients comment directly on videos, keeping all feedback in one place. The team saved time on both internal and client reviews. Wipster's version control and integrations with Adobe Creative Cloud and Wistia helped manage complex projects. Truescape now delivers projects faster and keeps clients happy.
Innovatemap uses Whimsical to create user flows, diagrams, and product maps for client projects. The team struggled to find tools... that balanced polish and speed for early-stage product concepts. With Whimsical, they quickly build presentable, low-fidelity visuals to align with clients and gather feedback. Features like auto-formatting and comments help Innovatemap move faster and reduce re-work. Whimsical is now their main tool for product management deliverables.
The Laboratory of Everyday Things
- Design
- Small
Coral Gables, USA
The Laboratory of Everyday Things used Vyond to create an animated video for the Smart City Solutions Competition in Coral Gables, Florida. Their team developed... a five-minute video proposal to address traffic problems in the city. Using Vyond allowed them to quickly animate storyboards and integrate architectural drawings. The video helped them win first place in the competition. The team found Vyond's character customization and collaboration features especially valuable.
Elucidat enabled Brand Style and Graphics to create an interactive elearning case study. Learners matched products to customers in a... scenario-based training module. The course used Elucidat templates for easy setup. The solution helped deliver engaging product and sales training. The interactive format improved learning experiences for users.
Heco used Webflow to build custom websites for major clients without needing developers. Before Webflow, their process was slow and... required handoffs to engineers. With Webflow, Heco's team could design, build, and launch sites faster. The platform let them merge prototyping and development, speeding up delivery. Heco also enabled clients to update content directly in the Editor. This improved collaboration and reduced project timelines.
Unknown Ink Design LLC used WordPress powered by Installatron from AWS Marketplace. They found the admin environment awkward and not... easy to use. The installation process was messy and did not follow a typical directory structure. They were disappointed with the lack of access to the WordPress directory. The overall experience did not meet their expectations.
Unknown Ink Design LLC used WordPress powered by Installatron from AWS Marketplace. They found the admin environment awkward and not... easy to use. The installation process was messy and did not follow a typical directory structure. They were disappointed with the lack of access to the WordPress directory. The overall experience did not meet their expectations.
Easyship helped Craighill automate order fulfillment and save thousands on shipping. Before Easyship, Craighill spent over 10 hours a week... preparing shipments and relied on a single, costly courier. With Easyship, they used automation, batch label printing, and real-time shipping rates. Customers could choose from multiple discounted shipping options at checkout. Craighill saw a 150% increase in sales and faster delivery speeds, improving customer satisfaction.
Design Group used Pepperi's B2B commerce platform to manage omnichannel trade promotions and B2B eCommerce. The solution included order taking,... route accounting, merchandising, and mobile CRM. The platform supported integrations and third-party applications. Design Group operates in sectors like food and beverages, health and beauty, and FMCG. The case highlights the use of enterprise-level tools for sales automation and retail execution.
Sortly helped Dead House Designs, a prop and set design company in Louisiana, modernize their inventory management. Before Sortly, they... struggled with pen, paper, and spreadsheets, making it hard to track items and locations. With Sortly, they now save $6,000 a year by cutting software costs and boosting productivity. Inventory tasks that took six hours now take just one. The team found onboarding easy, even for less tech-savvy staff. Features like QR codes, image uploads, and mobile access made a big difference.
Shopify helped OMHU, a Copenhagen design studio, double its monthly revenue within three months after migrating from WooCommerce. OMHU consolidated five... region-specific stores into two, now serving 25 markets across Europe and North America. The team saved about 10 hours per month on analytics using Shopify's Sidekick tool. OMHU launched in the US with 200,000 email sign-ups and set new monthly revenue records. Shopify enabled OMHU to focus on brand and product, not platform maintenance.
Shopify helped OMHU, a Copenhagen design studio, double its monthly revenue within three months after migrating from WooCommerce. OMHU consolidated five... region-specific stores into two, now serving 25 markets across Europe and North America. The team saved about 10 hours per month on analytics using Shopify's Sidekick tool. OMHU launched in the US with 200,000 email sign-ups and set new monthly revenue records. Shopify enabled OMHU to focus on brand and product, not platform maintenance.
FlowMapp used FastSpring to grow 2. 5x year over year. They needed an ecommerce solution to support global sales and...recurring payments. FastSpring enabled them to enter over 100 countries and manage SaaS subscriptions. The VAT refund feature improved customer experience. FlowMapp now enjoys a high success rate for global transactions and steady income.
ShipStation helped ADAMJK, a solo artist and e-commerce shop owner, manage a surge in orders after a successful Kickstarter campaign. The integration with... Big Cartel streamlined his shipping workflow and reduced manual effort. ShipStation's automation features, like batch label printing and automatic shipment notifications, made it easier to handle up to 100 orders at once. Customers now receive timely tracking updates, reducing support emails. ADAMJK can focus more on creating art and less on shipping logistics.
Zibster built a custom website for Nikki Blair Ceramics. Nikki wanted a clean, gallery-like site to showcase and sell her... sculptures. The Zibster Pro Services team delivered a site that highlights her art and is easy to navigate. Nikki received positive feedback from peers and colleagues about the new site. The project took only a few weeks to complete. Nikki recommends Zibster to other artists and businesses.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Bravo Business Media’s SPEX Builder helped Natural Selections Design Center speed up proposal creation. The team used to struggle with... slow, unprofessional proposals made in PowerPoint. With SPEX Builder, they now make high-quality, customized proposals in just a few clicks. The tool includes product info and spec sheets, so staff no longer search catalogs or websites. The company avoided hiring extra staff and now looks more professional to customers.
Loom helped MetaLab cut meetings and boost productivity by 20%. The design team saved eight hours a week by using... video messaging instead of emails and calls. Loom made it easy to share feedback and project updates with remote teams and clients. Designers now deliver thousands of dollars of extra value on every design sprint. MetaLab improved collaboration and sped up the design process with Loom.
ClickMeeting helped Arturo Tedeschi, a Milan-based architect and computational designer, reach students worldwide with online courses. He used webinars to... expand his teaching beyond in-person sessions, making it easy to connect with hundreds of learners at once. The platform's simple interface, registration, and real-time features let him focus on sharing knowledge, not managing tech. Arturo now grows his business and community by teaching computational design online. He recommends ClickMeeting for its ease of use and ability to scale education globally.
Moxo helped Suzie Turner Couturier create a digital workflow for bespoke gown design. The new app let clients and designers... share ideas, files, and updates in one place. Real-time messaging and visual tools improved communication and feedback. Clients could track their dress progress anytime, from anywhere. The app reduced errors and delays, keeping clients happy and engaged. Suzie Turner Couturier set a new standard for digital client service in couture fashion.
TeamViewer DEX helped Arup decommission 95 physical servers with no disruption. Arup automated over 5,000 monthly IT instructions using ServiceNow... integration. The company now manages 20,000+ devices based on real performance data, not age. Device compliance improved for 18,000 hybrid employees. Arup extended device lifecycles and cut hardware costs. TeamViewer DEX enabled a smooth shift to a cloud-first model.
O'Reilly used ON24 to grow its online training program from 500 to 2,000 sessions per year over 14 years. The platform enabled... O'Reilly to deliver interactive, instructor-led training to thousands of learners worldwide. ON24's analytics and engagement tools helped O'Reilly align content with learner needs and improve session quality. Custom templates and workflow integrations saved production time. O'Reilly values ON24 for its security, flexibility, and partnership.
Pexip helped EGGS, now part of Sopra Steria, connect Microsoft Teams with their in-office video systems. The company needed a... flexible video meeting solution for hybrid work after the Covid-19 lockdown. Pexip’s Teams integration and VMRs let staff join meetings from home or office devices. This made video meetings easier and more scalable. EGGS praised Pexip’s user interface and customer support.
BigMarker powered Canva Create 2024, a hybrid event with 4,000 onsite and 115,000 virtual attendees. Canva used BigMarker for adaptive... registration, a browser-based attendee hub, and enterprise-grade live streaming. The solution enabled seamless access for both in-person and online audiences, with no app downloads required. Attendee hub adoption was high, and livestreaming reached a global audience. The unified platform ensured a consistent, engaging experience for all participants.
Designhill used Livestorm to host live Q&A webinars for their global design community. The team wanted to connect designers with... clients and share knowledge on design and entrepreneurship. Livestorm's analytics, automation, and ease of use helped them engage their audience. They saw improved community growth and retention rates. The platform's features like polls and auto recording made webinars simple and interactive.
Matrix42 SaaS Management helped Metacore gain full visibility into its SaaS tools. The company reduced software spend by identifying and... removing unused subscriptions. Renewal processes became faster and more consistent. Metacore eliminated shadow IT and improved governance. User feedback features supported better decision making. The platform now supports ongoing IT and finance planning.
HENN used RIB iTWO 5D software to improve project management for complex construction projects. The team integrated 3D CAD models... with cost and schedule data, automating quantity calculations and reducing manual work. This digital process increased transparency and helped keep projects within approved budgets. HENN reduced their IT systems from five to three programs, improving coordination and security. The new workflow allowed more time for design and precise cost planning.
Perkins and Will used CARTO's indoor mapping software to help 2,600 employees return to their studios safely after COVID-19. They mapped 21... studios in North America and automated presence tracking with data-driven dashboards. The process to plan workspace resource allocation became three times faster. CARTO Builder enabled quick deployment of dashboards, helping maintain high hygiene standards. The solution provided timely, accurate information to employees during uncertain times.
Stonefield Query for GoldMine helped Gillespie Graphics solve reporting challenges. Before, their team struggled to create custom sales reports and... mail merges in GoldMine. After switching, they quickly built detailed sales forecasts and automated report delivery. The sales team now tracks pipeline stages and sales activities weekly. This made their sales process more effective and improved access to business data.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Directus helped Heinrichs & Heinrichs (H&H) agency move from WordPress to a headless CMS. H&H used Directus and Nuxt 3... to build dynamic websites for clients, including a recruiting agency. The platform made it easy to manage complex data and create flexible, editable digital experiences. H&H saved time and improved project maintainability with Directus Flows and user-friendly content management. Clients can now manage content without coding, and H&H can quickly bring new ideas to life.
NetX helped Gresham, Smith and Partners cut search time for digital assets in half. The firm needed a better way... to manage over 16,000 files for project proposals and marketing. NetX integrated with Deltek Vision and Adobe Creative Suite, making it easy to find and use images and documents. Employees now spend less time searching and more time on important work. The quality of marketing materials improved with faster access to the right assets.
BUCK switched to Simian to better manage its large media library. The team needed improved tagging tools and a pricing... model based on storage, not user count. Simian’s platform helped BUCK organize assets, create demo reels, and support creative work. Fast support and quick feature implementation set Simian apart. The Executive Producer team uses Simian to win new business, while creatives use it for project references.
Quantum StorNext Pro Foundation helped Swordfish, a motion design studio, handle large 4K projects and rapid growth. Their old storage... system could not keep up with big 3D renders and a growing team. StorNext delivered high-speed performance and real-time playback for huge files. Swordfish expanded post-production services and now competes with top LA studios. The system runs reliably in the background, protecting critical business data.
eyebase Media Asset Management (MAM) helped Gärtner von Eden, a cooperative of 60 garden designers, manage media assets for projects and documentation. Each member company... now has its own account to organize images, customer solutions, and construction progress. The platform enables secure sharing and authorization of media, improving collaboration and marketing. A presenter app lets users access content offline at construction sites. Workflows are faster and media is easier to find for all members.
OpenAsset helped Schmidt Associates centralize project data and break down silos between teams. Before, project photos and documents were scattered... across different tools, making collaboration hard. With OpenAsset and Synthesis, the firm created a single hub for images, project sheets, and resumes. Teams now work together more easily, and proposal materials are generated faster. Employees are more engaged, and AI tools help them find and use project data quickly.
Burda used Coupa to manage €500 million in spending across 80 companies. Before Coupa, 85% of purchases were not approved... and processes were fragmented. Coupa's procure-to-pay and sourcing tools brought all spending into one platform. Now, almost 50% of Burda's spending runs through Coupa. The company fixed control and transparency issues and unified procurement processes.
Daminion helped Leroy Street Studio organize decades of design archives. The firm replaced Google Picasa with a centralized, searchable system.... Staff can now find project files and images in seconds, not hours. Custom tags and metadata make it easy for architects and marketers to filter and share resources. Daminion supports both creative and marketing teams with one unified tool.
Bynder helped Monotype manage over 30,000 digital files. Before Bynder, Monotype struggled with outdated systems and scattered resources. Employees had... trouble finding and sharing approved files. Bynder made it easy to organize, access, and share media. Now, 96% of new accounts use the platform and the download rate is 10%. Monotype's teams work faster and avoid using outdated assets.
Design Success stories in Driving ROI and Results using Email Marketing solutions
UK based design and production service company
- Design
- Small
UK
Astrea IT Services integrated Shopify with Salesforce for a UK design company. The solution automated order syncing and managed both... person and business accounts in Salesforce. Astrea also uploaded past sales data and set up daily MailChimp syncs for marketing emails. The integration reduced manual work and improved data accuracy across platforms.
Design Pickle used Opensense to manage email signatures and keep their brand consistent. They launched targeted email ad campaigns with... Opensense. These campaigns led to at least 17 purchases from email signatures. Design Pickle also used the tool to promote events, collect reviews, and communicate with customers. Opensense helped them grow their business and improve marketing reach.
Kit helped Kelsey Baldwin, owner of Paper and Oats, grow her email list to over 8,000 subscribers. She used Kit... landing pages and forms to offer a free 15-page InDesign Cliffnotes PDF, which alone brought in 1,800 subscribers. Kit automations delivered the PDF and nurtured leads with targeted email sequences. Kelsey also hosted an evergreen webinar using Kit, deepening engagement and driving course sign-ups. Her strategy focused on building trust with free resources and simple, effective marketing tools.
emBlue helped El Comercio, Peru's oldest newspaper, triple its newsletter open rates in two years. The platform enabled real-time campaign... tracking and advanced user segmentation. El Comercio used automation, SMS, onsite, and push notifications to reach users. Personalized newsletters now achieve open rates over 30%, sometimes exceeding 50%. Sender scores for El Comercio remain the highest on the emBlue platform.
Snov. io helped Fablab Design automate LinkedIn outreach. Manual prospecting was slow and limited their growth. With Snov.io, they automated...connection requests, follow-ups, and profile visits. Their LinkedIn connection acceptance rate increased from 50% to 75%. Lead generation improved, freeing up time for strategic work and boosting client engagement.
Ocelott used Sendloop to manage email marketing for its clients. Before Sendloop, Ocelott struggled with multiple email platforms and slow... feedback. With Sendloop, Ocelott now runs all client campaigns from one place. This saves time and energy for their marketers. They deliver results to clients faster. Ocelott says Sendloop Studio helps them run better campaigns than any other platform they tried.
Klaviyo helped Toots Design generate 50% of its revenue through email marketing. Lorna Gibson, the founder, used Klaviyo's automation and... Shopify integration to build personal connections with subscribers. She set up welcome flows and weekly newsletters, leading to a 10% average click rate and a 5% order rate from flows. Klaviyo's segmentation allowed for sensitive, targeted post-purchase messages. The platform made it easy for a creative business to manage marketing and grow its audience.
MailerLite helps Remon de Jong, a visual artist, grow his email list to over 4,500 subscribers. He uses MailerLite's drag-and-drop... editor and pop-up forms to send monthly newsletters. These emails drive attendance to his art exhibitions and boost direct sales of his artwork online. Remon values the direct communication and data insights MailerLite provides, helping him promote popular pieces and connect with his audience.
Top Stories in Design about adoption of Website Builder software
Pixel Vista
- Design
- Small
UK
Pixel Vista, founded by Linda Layhe, helps small businesses build affordable websites and graphics. Linda chose one.com for its low... cost and easy-to-use control panel. She values the reliable technical support and timely alerts for domain and security issues. Using one.com lets her clients save money and manage their sites easily. Pixel Vista has grown through word-of-mouth, supported by one.com hosting.
Kayla Rose used the Divi theme from Elegant Themes to redesign her web design business site. She switched from Genesis... to Divi after testing its features and found it easy to use and highly customizable. Within one week of launching her new Divi-powered site, her conversion rates doubled. Kayla now relies on Divi to deliver unique websites for her clients. She values Divi for its intuitive design and fast learning curve.
Framer helped wild, a global creative studio, launch over 10 sites with faster delivery. Designers used Framer to control projects... from idea to launch, cutting site build time from four weeks to two. Clients could iterate quickly and take over after launch. wild used Framer for both internal and client projects, including award-winning sites. The platform enabled collaboration, experimentation, and designer ownership throughout the process.
EmPress Web Design and Consultation
- Design
- Small
Seattle, USA
DreamHost's Shared Unlimited hosting plan helped EmPress Web Design and Consultation manage up to 12 sites without space issues. Founder Judith Card... used DreamHost for reliable hosting, SSL certificates, and strong customer support. The platform's user-friendly interface and included SSL improved client site security and traffic. DreamHost's support team resolved technical issues quickly, saving costs for both Card and her clients. This partnership allowed Card to focus on creative web design for nonprofits and businesses.
Simvoly helped a private web design business grow to 53 customers and $1,881 in monthly recurring revenue. The company needed... a true white label website builder with flexible packages, onboarding, and template control. Simvoly provided a platform with websites, funnels, blogs, and email marketing. The solution enabled the business to deliver more value to clients and build a steady income stream. The team at Simvoly is praised for constant innovation and support.
Zibster built a custom website for Nikki Blair Ceramics. Nikki wanted a clean, gallery-like site to showcase and sell her... sculptures. The Zibster Pro Services team delivered a site that highlights her art and is easy to navigate. Nikki received positive feedback from peers and colleagues about the new site. The project took only a few weeks to complete. Nikki recommends Zibster to other artists and businesses.
Heco used Webflow to build custom websites for major clients without needing developers. Before Webflow, their process was slow and... required handoffs to engineers. With Webflow, Heco's team could design, build, and launch sites faster. The platform let them merge prototyping and development, speeding up delivery. Heco also enabled clients to update content directly in the Editor. This improved collaboration and reduced project timelines.
POWR Product Reviews helped Good World Graphics improve their website. The app made it easy to collect and display customer... testimonials. Lisa Hardy said it made her life easier and enhanced her site. The tool required no coding and was simple to set up. This helped build trust and encouraged more customer engagement.
Loom helped MetaLab cut meetings and boost productivity by 20%. The design team saved eight hours a week by using... video messaging instead of emails and calls. Loom made it easy to share feedback and project updates with remote teams and clients. Designers now deliver thousands of dollars of extra value on every design sprint. MetaLab improved collaboration and sped up the design process with Loom.
BUCK switched to Simian to better manage its large media library. The team needed improved tagging tools and a pricing... model based on storage, not user count. Simian’s platform helped BUCK organize assets, create demo reels, and support creative work. Fast support and quick feature implementation set Simian apart. The Executive Producer team uses Simian to win new business, while creatives use it for project references.
David Silverman & Associates (DSA)
- Design
- Small
USA
Dubb helped David Silverman & Associates (DSA) boost email reply rates by 500%. DSA used Dubb to send personalized prospecting... videos and book more meetings. The platform enabled the sales team to educate clients and speed up the sales cycle. DSA saw a 30% increase in sales and generated 1,605 new contacts. The team also used Dubb for internal training and video showcase pages.
Playable helped Louis Poulsen add gamification to their showroom at 3daysofdesign. Over 6,000 people played the Scratchcard game, with 135,000... total gameplays in three days. The claw machine experience drew crowds and boosted excitement. Online, 1,200 people registered and played 46,000 times. Email click-through rates rose 72% above average. The campaign became an always-on digital lead generator for the luxury lighting brand.
Truescape used Wipster to improve their video review process. Before Wipster, feedback was slow and confusing, with emails and documents... scattered. Wipster let clients comment directly on videos, keeping all feedback in one place. The team saved time on both internal and client reviews. Wipster's version control and integrations with Adobe Creative Cloud and Wistia helped manage complex projects. Truescape now delivers projects faster and keeps clients happy.
The Laboratory of Everyday Things
- Design
- Small
Coral Gables, USA
The Laboratory of Everyday Things used Vyond to create an animated video for the Smart City Solutions Competition in Coral Gables, Florida. Their team developed... a five-minute video proposal to address traffic problems in the city. Using Vyond allowed them to quickly animate storyboards and integrate architectural drawings. The video helped them win first place in the competition. The team found Vyond's character customization and collaboration features especially valuable.
Frame. io helped Elastique. deliver a complex AR trade show experience for BMW. The team used Frame.io to securely share...high-value designs across Germany. They managed 20TB of data and created a 15-minute 6K animation for the IAA motor show. Frame.io enabled real-time collaboration and feedback, speeding up production. BMW praised the process and results, calling it a "talk of show" success.
LifterLMS helped The Design Space launch a membership site and online course. Melissa Love enrolled 500 students in her first... course. She used LifterLMS with WordPress, Divi, and WooCommerce to build and sell courses. The membership site features expert training, live events, and a community. Melissa created a 6-month waiting list for her services by meeting her community’s needs.
Arcadis N. V. partnered with ELB Learning to launch a global sustainability eLearning program. The curriculum included 14 modules, interactive...media, and was available in seven languages. Within two years, the program achieved a Net Promoter Score over 70. Employees across 30+ countries gained a unified understanding of sustainability. The training helped standardize knowledge and drive behavior change worldwide.
Colliers Engineering & Design used Vector Solutions to simplify license tracking and employee training. The company improved compliance and saved... time by automating license management. Vector Solutions helped strengthen employee development programs. The solution made it easier to track certifications and training progress. Colliers Engineering & Design saw better employee engagement and streamlined processes.
Robert Williams used Podia to run Folyo, a business helping web designers and agencies find high-value leads. He started with... a paid newsletter, earning $3,000 in monthly recurring revenue in the first month. As his audience shifted to agencies, he pivoted to a paid online community, making it easier for members to access RFP leads. Podia simplified his tech stack, saving him time and money. Recurring revenue from memberships became his most reliable income stream.
AccessAlly helped EmbodyArt by Colormaiden overcome creative limits set by other platforms. Katie Colormaiden used AccessAlly to design custom membership... and course sites for clients, offering flexible navigation and e-commerce tools. She launched her own online courses, expanding her business beyond client work. AccessAlly’s customization features let her deliver unique, branded experiences. This platform enabled her to grow her business while staying true to her artistic vision.
General Assembly’s UX Design Bootcamp helped Kyle move from graphic design to a new career. He felt stuck in his... old job and wanted more purpose. The bootcamp taught him to solve problems and understand users. Kyle gained skills in critical thinking and communication. After the course, he became a copywriter, using what he learned to succeed in his new role.
Joomag helped SewSew Def turn a static magazine into an interactive digital publication. In the first month, SewSew Def reached... 15,700 visits and 69,622 page views, with 62% of views on mobile. The platform let them add videos, slideshows, and plugins easily. SewSew Def expanded to a global audience and tracked engagement with advanced analytics. Joomag made design, editing, and distribution simple for the team.
UBM plc used Ion Interactive to promote London Technology Week with an interactive guide. The guide helped users plan their... event journeys and provided real-time insights. Over 25% of users engaged via mobile, and average time on page was 120 seconds. 80% of positive feedback came from this experience. The project helped UBM gather leads and understand audience interests for future content.
Contently helped NineTwoThree Studio use AI-driven content to boost sales leads. In 90 days, they generated over $1 million in... qualified leads from ChatGPT. Their AI-optimized strategy increased AI search traffic by 6.4 times. NineTwoThree now ranks at the top for 92% of target AI queries. The firm stands out as a leader in AI product design and engineering.
XMPie StoreFlow helped Yellow Slate Design double its revenue in one year. The agency automated manual print order tasks, reducing... job turnaround time by six weeks. Staff tripled in size and shifted focus from repetitive work to creative projects. Client onboarding became 90% faster, and work-life balance improved for the team. The solution enabled global service delivery and stronger client relationships.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Bynder helped Monotype manage over 30,000 digital files. Before Bynder, Monotype struggled with outdated systems and scattered resources. Employees had... trouble finding and sharing approved files. Bynder made it easy to organize, access, and share media. Now, 96% of new accounts use the platform and the download rate is 10%. Monotype's teams work faster and avoid using outdated assets.
Design Success stories in Driving ROI and Results using Revenue Management solutions
VRANDED
- Design
- Small
Madrid, Spain
Holded helped VRANDED, a creative consultancy in Madrid, manage projects and billing in one place. The team needed a cloud... ERP to handle design projects, online stores, and client communication. Holded integrated with tools like Shopify and Paypal, streamlining inventory, HR, and cash flow. VRANDED now tracks project profitability and daily operations easily. The company values Holded’s customer support and ongoing improvements.
Kittl used Tipalti Mass Payments to automate over 300 monthly payouts to designers and partners. Before, manual processes took a... full day each week and caused errors. With Tipalti, payment processing now takes just two hours. The finance team no longer needs to handle invoices by hand. Kittl can now scale without hiring more staff. This improved accuracy and efficiency in global payouts.
Robert Williams used Podia to run Folyo, a business helping web designers and agencies find high-value leads. He started with... a paid newsletter, earning $3,000 in monthly recurring revenue in the first month. As his audience shifted to agencies, he pivoted to a paid online community, making it easier for members to access RFP leads. Podia simplified his tech stack, saving him time and money. Recurring revenue from memberships became his most reliable income stream.
Osmo used Outseta to launch a membership site for design and Webflow components. They built a pre-launch waitlist of 6,000... subscribers using Outseta's email tools. In the first 48 hours, Osmo gained 300 members and over $100,000 in revenue. Outseta's all-in-one platform managed payments, CRM, and email, saving time and reducing tool complexity. The site now has over 700 paid members, with most choosing a lifetime membership.
FlowMapp used FastSpring to grow 2. 5x year over year. They needed an ecommerce solution to support global sales and...recurring payments. FastSpring enabled them to enter over 100 countries and manage SaaS subscriptions. The VAT refund feature improved customer experience. FlowMapp now enjoys a high success rate for global transactions and steady income.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
2ndFactory used ReportPlus and Ignite UI to improve their QOOpa restaurant order management solution. They needed better ways to visualize... real-time data and understand customer needs. By integrating ReportPlus, they enabled restaurant managers to see trends and share dashboards on mobile devices. This helped them quickly spot issues and suggest improvements. The solution provided true self-service business intelligence for their clients.
Architectural Resources Group (ARG)
- Design
- Small
San Francisco, USA
Fulcrum helped Architectural Resources Group (ARG) automate DPR forms for historic resource field surveys. ARG used Fulcrum to integrate data... from many sources and pre-populate survey points, saving hundreds of labor hours. The app made photo documentation easy and accurate, and its in-app help improved data entry consistency. ARG’s team, including non-technical historians, found Fulcrum’s interface simple to use. Fulcrum’s cloud backup stopped data loss and made documentation much faster.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
PrintXpand helped FormeCreative let customers personalize photo frames, wallpaper, and furniture. The solution created print-ready PDFs and live previews for... custom designs. Customers saw real-time pricing and could view their products in a virtual room. FormeCreative increased conversions and reduced returns with accurate previews. The live pricing feature lowered cart abandonment and improved customer experience.
Gooten helped a painter turn their art into a profitable business. The artist used Gooten’s product catalog to sell their... artwork online. Gooten’s automated fulfillment let the artist focus on creating new designs. The artist doubled productivity and cut costs by avoiding excess inventory. Adding one new product increased revenue by 30%.
Design’N’Buy’s web to print platform helped Curio Press automate their printing process. Clients can now personalize and preview stationery in... real time, reducing errors and saving time. The platform’s self-service tools cut manual work for staff. Curio Press saw more orders and new customers. Customer satisfaction improved with easier customization and strong support.
Design’N’Buy’s web to print platform helped Curio Press automate their printing process. Clients can now personalize and preview stationery in... real time, reducing errors and saving time. The platform’s self-service tools cut manual work for staff. Curio Press saw more orders and new customers. Customer satisfaction improved with easier customization and strong support.
XMPie StoreFlow helped Yellow Slate Design double its revenue in one year. The agency automated manual print order tasks, reducing... job turnaround time by six weeks. Staff tripled in size and shifted focus from repetitive work to creative projects. Client onboarding became 90% faster, and work-life balance improved for the team. The solution enabled global service delivery and stronger client relationships.
Aimtell helped Aristegui Noticias engage over 600,000 subscribers and generate 1. 5 million monthly clicks. The news site used web...push notifications to deliver breaking news and video updates. In 30 days, they added 370,000 new subscribers and achieved a 2.1% average CTR. Manual and RSS feed campaigns drove high engagement, with some campaigns reaching up to 4.96% CTR. Segmented and broad campaigns kept readers informed and boosted website traffic.
Flowlu helped Pasley Commercial Interiors replace four separate tools with one unified platform. The design firm used Flowlu to manage... sales pipelines, project workflows, and client communication in a single place. The team quickly adapted, finding it easier to track projects and deadlines. Internal and client conversations became more organized. Pasley Commercial Interiors now delivers projects with fewer gaps and better visibility for everyone involved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Klaviyo helped Toots Design generate 50% of its revenue through email marketing. Lorna Gibson, the founder, used Klaviyo's automation and... Shopify integration to build personal connections with subscribers. She set up welcome flows and weekly newsletters, leading to a 10% average click rate and a 5% order rate from flows. Klaviyo's segmentation allowed for sensitive, targeted post-purchase messages. The platform made it easy for a creative business to manage marketing and grow its audience.
ITV used Red Sift OnDMARC to secure its email communications. In 90 days, ITV achieved a 95% email deliverability rate... for over 15 million emails. The solution blocked 18,962 unauthorized email sources and protected 1,018 domains. ITV integrated OnDMARC with business systems using APIs. The project helped ITV build a strong supplier cybersecurity strategy.
ITV used Red Sift OnDMARC to secure its email communications. In 90 days, ITV achieved a 95% email deliverability rate... for over 15 million emails. The solution blocked 18,962 unauthorized email sources and protected 1,018 domains. ITV integrated OnDMARC with business systems using APIs. The project helped ITV build a strong supplier cybersecurity strategy.
Fastly helped 7digital improve music streaming performance. 7digital needed a CDN with real-time configuration and better visibility. Fastly's CDN let... them make instant changes and integrate with their development cycle. Streaming Miss reduced time to first byte for large audio files. 90% of requests are now cached at the edge, cutting latency to 400–500 ms. Real-time analytics and responsive support helped 7digital scale their global music platform.
Unknown Ink Design LLC used WordPress powered by Installatron from AWS Marketplace. They found the admin environment awkward and not... easy to use. The installation process was messy and did not follow a typical directory structure. They were disappointed with the lack of access to the WordPress directory. The overall experience did not meet their expectations.
DynamicWeb eCommerce helped aida launch a B2B webshop for distributors. The solution integrated with Dynamics AX to support custom pricing... and real-time product data. Sales reps use iPads to assist retailers directly, with features like order history and saved favorites. The platform reduced sales administration and improved distributor support. aida's team now serves dealers more efficiently across Denmark.
Shopware 6 helped Klapster boost revenue by 43% in six months. The new site features a 3D staircase configurator, automates... manual tasks, and connects to Xentral ERP. Klapster cut consultation and order handling time by 80%. SEO traffic rose 30%. The platform now supports B2B and B2C sales, multilingual content, and regional payments. Customers can personalize staircases and book consultations online.
SamCart helped Remiah Trask, a web designer in Baton Rouge, double his business and reach $10,000 per month in recurring revenue. Before SamCart, Remiah... struggled with manual proposals and invoicing. Switching to SamCart's online course platform made selling web design products faster and easier. The platform's one-page checkout, payment recovery, and order bump features saved him time and increased sales. SamCart also recovered $2,000 to $5,000 in failed payments monthly, letting Remiah focus on growing his digital business.
Bravo Business Media’s SPEX Builder helped Natural Selections Design Center speed up proposal creation. The team used to struggle with... slow, unprofessional proposals made in PowerPoint. With SPEX Builder, they now make high-quality, customized proposals in just a few clicks. The tool includes product info and spec sheets, so staff no longer search catalogs or websites. The company avoided hiring extra staff and now looks more professional to customers.
Design Clients Speak: The Impact of deploying Digital Analytics solutions
Panoramic Images
- Media
- Small
Illinois, USA
FileMaker helped Panoramic Images manage millions of professional photos. The custom app lets them archive, sell, and organize complex images... with ease. They quickly search 300,000 images and deliver large, high-res files to clients. The app supports many formats and tracks all project actions. It enabled digitizing 1,200 historic negatives, each up to 4GB, for museum exhibits. Panoramic Images relies on FileMaker to adapt workflows and preserve rare photo archives.
movingimage
- Media, Entertainment & Gaming
- Medium
Berlin, Germany
New Relic helped movingimage cut Kubernetes costs by 50%. The company gained code-level visibility and improved incident detection. Engineers now... use application metrics to fix issues before they impact customers. Custom dashboards let teams rightsize containers and make data-driven decisions. Development teams own monitoring and alerts, driving innovation and stability.
Flipboard used GWI to better understand its global audience. The team needed to shape a unique brand message and identify... new audience segments. GWI provided deep psychographic insights, helping Flipboard profile users beyond basic demographics. This data enabled Flipboard to expand partnerships, secure new business, and drive revenue growth. The platform also helped align internal teams with a shared view of their target audience.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
TeamViewer DEX helped Arup decommission 95 physical servers with no disruption. Arup automated over 5,000 monthly IT instructions using ServiceNow... integration. The company now manages 20,000+ devices based on real performance data, not age. Device compliance improved for 18,000 hybrid employees. Arup extended device lifecycles and cut hardware costs. TeamViewer DEX enabled a smooth shift to a cloud-first model.
PerformYard helped SERA Architects move from a manual, inconsistent review process to a structured system. The firm now uses quarterly... check-ins and annual reviews, including 360 peer feedback. This change brought more transparency and reduced favoritism in performance management. Employees find the platform easy to use and visually appealing. SERA Architects now holds everyone to the same standards with a clear, consistent process.
Lattice helped Huge, a global design and technology company, overhaul its feedback process. Huge replaced inefficient annual reviews with project-based... and quarterly feedback cycles. This change saved 2,000 hours and boosted manager effectiveness scores by 9 points. Employee engagement rose, with 80% giving feedback by the end of 2023. Now, 60% of employees have individual development plans, making growth a daily focus.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Little Diversified Architectural Consulting
- Design
- Large
Charlotte, USA
GroupMap helped Little Diversified Architectural Consulting connect teams across five US offices. The firm needed a way to maintain a... strong, collaborative culture despite distance. GroupMap's online brainstorming tool let everyone join, share ideas, and vote in real time. Even shy team members contributed more. The solution made it easy to gather feedback and improve sessions. Little now keeps creative momentum and finds new ideas faster.
Doodle helped Lullabot, a design firm, solve scheduling problems for remote teams and product development. Lullabot used Doodle 1:1 to... quickly set up user interviews and team meetings. The tool let them schedule up to 100 interviews at once, saving time. Doodle worked with any calendar system, making it easy to meet with people inside and outside the company. The dashboard made it simple to track meetings and reduced admin work for leaders.
TRIO uses Skedda to manage hot-desking for their design team. Staff book desks easily with interactive floor plans and SSO.... Onboarding was fast and simple, with personal support from Skedda. Custom booking windows and buffer times help control space use. TRIO values the platform's usability and seamless experience.
Corpo Two, a firm of architects and engineers, uses MindView from Matchware. They say MindView gives them a competitive advantage.... The tool helps them with mind mapping for their projects. This makes their planning and organization easier. Corpo Two values MindView for its impact on their business.
Architectural Resources Group (ARG)
- Design
- Small
San Francisco, USA
Fulcrum helped Architectural Resources Group (ARG) automate DPR forms for historic resource field surveys. ARG used Fulcrum to integrate data... from many sources and pre-populate survey points, saving hundreds of labor hours. The app made photo documentation easy and accurate, and its in-app help improved data entry consistency. ARG’s team, including non-technical historians, found Fulcrum’s interface simple to use. Fulcrum’s cloud backup stopped data loss and made documentation much faster.
Tresorit helped Forge Design, a London-based network of 200+ automotive designers, secure confidential client files. The company needed a simple,... secure way to share sensitive automotive design materials with clients and external collaborators. Tresorit's end-to-end encryption and zero-knowledge authentication provided the highest level of data security. The solution enabled easy file sharing, flexible workflows, and strong client trust. Clients and investors appreciated the assurance of secure, encrypted document handling.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Flock helped HIYO Design, a global creative agency, connect remote teams across Miami, New York, Puerto Rico, and France. The team switched... from Slack to Flock for its easy interface and faster onboarding. Flock’s video conferencing and mobile apps let HIYO work with clients worldwide and handle urgent projects quickly. The team uses Flock for project tracking, communication, and file sharing, replacing tools like Asana. HIYO credits Flock for boosting efficiency and supporting their flexible, remote work culture.
Text Request’s SMS Chat widget helped Magnolia Dreams, a custom wedding decor business, boost website sales by 50%. The company used... Zapier integration to send discount coupons to leads who engaged via SMS Chat. This made it easy to collect customer details and follow up with targeted messages. Magnolia Dreams moved most communications from email to text, reducing lost messages and speeding up responses. The SMS Chat widget became a key part of their customer acquisition strategy.
TimeCamp helped 7CGI, a 3D rendering studio, save over 33 hours each month on timekeeping. Before TimeCamp, artists tracked hours... in Excel, leading to errors and lost time. With TimeCamp's automated desktop app, time tracking became easy and accurate. Invoices are now more reliable, and clients trust the billing. The team enjoys a user-friendly interface and error-free timesheets.
Firefly, a creative design agency in Edinburgh, adopted AnywhereWorks to enable flexible remote work. The team faced challenges with equipment... and adapting design workflows for remote settings. By setting up new infrastructure and planning concept work for remote days, they overcame these hurdles. Firefly now enjoys the benefits of working from anywhere, including improved work-life balance and reduced office energy use. The agency also implemented eco-friendly initiatives like tree planting for new clients.
Hotjar Engage helped UX studio cut participant recruitment time from weeks to just 1–2 days. The design consultancy used Engage’s... 200,000+ global participant pool to find highly specific user profiles for research projects. This enabled them to run interviews and usability tests for clients in many countries and industries. Researchers could focus on insights, not manual recruiting. The platform’s flexible compensation and diverse reach made it their go-to tool for user research.
Neumann Monson Architects made client experience their top priority in a three-year strategic plan. They used the Client Feedback Tool... to gather structured feedback during five design phases of each project. This approach advanced seven of their nine strategic objectives. The firm saw improved client experiences from 2015 to 2017, earning PSMJ Client Satisfaction Awards. Their team-wide CX initiative focused on building better partnerships and continuous improvement.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
NAOS Ship and Boat Design used the 3D EXPERIENCE platform to improve ship and boat design. The platform let teams... in Italy, Spain, Croatia, and Sweden work together in real time. NAOS expects to reduce design time by up to 40% using Designed For Sea. The solution helps catch design errors early and makes it easy to create manufacturing plans. NAOS delivers safer, more efficient vessels to its customers with this technology.
RecurPost helped Jill Anderson automate her social media posts. Before using RecurPost, Jill spent too much time managing social media... by hand. This made it hard to post often and attract new clients. With RecurPost, she scheduled posts and kept her channels active. Her LinkedIn engagement grew. She saved time and focused more on client work. The tool also helped her plan a new SEO product for designers.
Sendible helped Green Wallscapes automate social media publishing across 10 accounts. The company needed to reach B2B buyers and keep... up with AI and SEO content demands. Sendible enabled seamless multi-channel scheduling and easy delegation to remote teams. Green Wallscapes saw direct ROI and increased B2B inquiries. The tool has remained a core asset for over five years, surviving every quarterly audit.
Hiding Elephant used Buffer's API to add social publishing to its AI design workspace. Before, users had to leave the... platform to share content, slowing down their workflow. Now, they can create, generate captions, and publish on-brand visuals to multiple social channels in one click. The integration saves time and keeps brand messaging consistent. Hiding Elephant's team built the integration in under a week, letting them focus on creative features instead of platform maintenance.
Picsart used Semrush Enterprise to boost their SEO. The creative design platform increased clicks by 20%. Semrush helped Picsart grow... their search visibility. The platform supported technical site improvements. Picsart saw more engagement from their content. Semrush enabled better market research for Picsart.
Colliers Engineering & Design used Vector Solutions to simplify license tracking and employee training. The company improved compliance and saved... time by automating license management. Vector Solutions helped strengthen employee development programs. The solution made it easier to track certifications and training progress. Colliers Engineering & Design saw better employee engagement and streamlined processes.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Neumann Monson Architects made client experience their top priority in a three-year strategic plan. They used the Client Feedback Tool... to gather structured feedback during five design phases of each project. This approach advanced seven of their nine strategic objectives. The firm saw improved client experiences from 2015 to 2017, earning PSMJ Client Satisfaction Awards. Their team-wide CX initiative focused on building better partnerships and continuous improvement.
PerformYard helped SERA Architects move from a manual, inconsistent review process to a structured system. The firm now uses quarterly... check-ins and annual reviews, including 360 peer feedback. This change brought more transparency and reduced favoritism in performance management. Employees find the platform easy to use and visually appealing. SERA Architects now holds everyone to the same standards with a clear, consistent process.
Hyphn used Poll Everywhere to improve feedback in virtual meetings. The tool helped gather real-time input from up to 200... participants. Icebreaker questions and interactive activities made meetings more engaging. Heather Leachman-Beck used Poll Everywhere to collect, organize, and share feedback with leadership. The platform helped both internal and client meetings become more interactive and inclusive. Hyphn plans to keep using Poll Everywhere for both virtual and in-person sessions.
Jaime Kornick's team uses Lookback to speed up research insights for design. They bring live research sessions directly into Figma,... letting the whole team join and share context fast. One-click transcripts from Lookback are added to Figma boards, linking user feedback to design decisions. This approach removes the need for slow presentations and helps the team act on insights quickly. The result is faster design changes and higher research impact.
Top Stories in Design about adoption of Lead Generation software
Bamburai
- Design
- Small
Seminyak, Indonesia
GetProspect helped Bamburai build a database of 100,000 contacts in just 6 months. The team used GetProspect’s LinkedIn Email finder... Chrome extension to quickly find and verify prospect emails. This tool made lead generation faster and more accurate. The email verifier feature improved data quality for outreach. Bamburai also praised GetProspect’s responsive customer support.
RSP Architects, Planners and Engineers
- Design
- Large
Dubai, UAE
Deltek Vantagepoint helped RSP Architects, Planners and Engineers gain real-time project visibility and stronger financial control. The firm replaced disconnected... systems with a unified ERP, making financial data easier to access and billing more controlled. Teams now track labor and expenses with structured workflows. The platform supports scalable growth and advanced forecasting. Early results include faster access to data and more consistent, traceable processes.
Karla Pamanes used a brand quiz lead magnet to grow her email list. The quiz generated 837 new email subscribers... at a 38% conversion rate over five years. Visitors answer questions about their brand style and get a personalized result. The quiz helps start conversations with new clients and supports her design business. It continues to bring in leads with little ongoing effort.
Contivio’s CRM integration helped BrandNet cut call handling time by 30%. Agents now get instant customer data with screen pops,... making calls faster and smoother. Disposition codes improved CRM updates and analytics. Customer satisfaction went up as agents resolved issues more quickly. BrandNet is now ready to focus on outbound sales using Contivio’s tools.
AireSpring helped Gould Evans, an architectural firm, solve major connectivity and communication issues across five offices. The firm upgraded to... managed SD-WAN and SIP trunking, boosting bandwidth and reliability for large file sharing and daily cloud backups. Integration with Microsoft Teams enabled seamless voice calls and collaboration for 135 employees, even during a rapid shift to remote work. 4G failover and real-time network monitoring improved uptime and IT control. One vendor contact simplified support and increased responsiveness.
KP Creative Solutions uses Unitel Voice to manage business calls. The studio gets a professional business number and separates work... from personal calls. The automated system and extensions help keep communication smooth. This supports their interior design work and helps them serve clients better. The CEO says Unitel Voice makes their business look professional.
Swoogo helped Third Door Media cut event management costs by 15–20% each year. The company switched from a costly, hard-to-use... platform to Swoogo for easier event setup and management. Swoogo’s flexible tools let them build and optimize registration sites fast. The built-in CMS enabled a quick pivot to virtual events. Fast support and responsive development teams made the transition smooth.
BigMarker powered Canva Create 2024, a hybrid event with 4,000 onsite and 115,000 virtual attendees. Canva used BigMarker for adaptive... registration, a browser-based attendee hub, and enterprise-grade live streaming. The solution enabled seamless access for both in-person and online audiences, with no app downloads required. Attendee hub adoption was high, and livestreaming reached a global audience. The unified platform ensured a consistent, engaging experience for all participants.
Hyphn used Poll Everywhere to improve feedback in virtual meetings. The tool helped gather real-time input from up to 200... participants. Icebreaker questions and interactive activities made meetings more engaging. Heather Leachman-Beck used Poll Everywhere to collect, organize, and share feedback with leadership. The platform helped both internal and client meetings become more interactive and inclusive. Hyphn plans to keep using Poll Everywhere for both virtual and in-person sessions.
Design Success stories in Driving ROI and Results using Proposal Management solutions
Dimensional Innovations
- Design
- Medium
Overland Park, USA
Proposify helped Dimensional Innovations fix a slow, complex proposal process. Before, their sales team struggled with Word and Excel, losing... track of versions and wasting time. With Proposify, they use a single, detailed template for all proposals. The Salesforce integration lets them pull opportunities and set up approvals. Now, proposals go out faster, collaboration is easier, and signatures come in quicker. The customer success team made onboarding smooth and reliable.
Creative Click, a Sydney-based web design agency, uses Better Proposals to streamline their sales process. Their conversion rate is 58%... after switching from PDF proposals. The team values Better Proposals for its payment integration and detailed proposal features. Proposals now take about an hour to prepare, even for complex projects. The tool helps them present their business professionally and win more clients.
QwilrPay helped MV Design, a solo interior rendering studio, collect 90% of its revenue through integrated proposal payments. Before Qwilr, clients... often dropped off after accepting proposals, causing lost deals and extra follow-up. With Qwilr, payment happens instantly when a client accepts a proposal. This change removed payment friction and boosted pricing confidence. MV Design now spends less time chasing payments and more time growing the business.
Picsart used Semrush Enterprise to boost their SEO. The creative design platform increased clicks by 20%. Semrush helped Picsart grow... their search visibility. The platform supported technical site improvements. Picsart saw more engagement from their content. Semrush enabled better market research for Picsart.
Morningscore helped KARLSSON Indretning & Design grow from 100 to 1,000 monthly organic clicks. Charlotte Karlsson stopped spending money on... ads and now gets all her clients through Google search. She used Morningscore for keyword research and link building. Her business demand increased so much she sometimes turns down new projects. She credits her success to focused SEO work with Morningscore.
Semji helped Ouest France boost SEO traffic by 25% for content made with the platform. Editors used Semji to optimize... 180 articles, saving 20% of their time on content production. The platform gave writers data-driven insights and best SEO practices. Teams tracked gains in productivity and performance. Ouest France saw more relevant content and higher authority across its websites.
Fox Corporation used HeadSpin to improve app usability for millions of users. Their teams faced fragmented test workflows and device... issues that delayed testing. HeadSpin provided real device access, automated validation, and centralized app management. Fox now runs hundreds of test cases across platforms and quickly fixes functional issues. This ensures smooth user flows and better app experiences for their audience.
Hotjar by Contentsquare helped UX studio cut research participant recruitment time from weeks to just 1–2 days. The platform gave... access to a global pool of over 200,000 participants, making it easy to find people with specific profiles for user interviews and testing. UX studio could now recruit from underrepresented locations and run more precise research for clients in many industries. Automatic participant compensation saved time for researchers. The tool enabled UX studio to deliver better product design insights for clients worldwide.
Jaime Kornick's team uses Lookback to speed up research insights for design. They bring live research sessions directly into Figma,... letting the whole team join and share context fast. One-click transcripts from Lookback are added to Figma boards, linking user feedback to design decisions. This approach removes the need for slow presentations and helps the team act on insights quickly. The result is faster design changes and higher research impact.
Heisenbug used LINK Mobility’s MyLINK SMS API to send fast, reliable SMS messages from their HR and hotel platforms. They needed to... cut costs and gain more control over messaging. Direct integration with LINK Mobility eliminated third-party fees and improved delivery speed. Heisenbug now reaches employees and guests quickly, supporting both HR and hospitality needs. The solution was easy to implement and scales with their international growth.
Dropbox helps David Cooper, a New York-based artist, stay organized and efficient. He uses Dropbox to manage digital sketches, organize... project files, and deliver work to clients. Dropbox Transfer lets him send large files and revisions quickly. The platform’s simple system removes technical barriers so he can focus on creativity. Cooper keeps all his work accessible across devices, making it easy to find inspiration and deliver final files.
Glide helped RDG Planning & Design replace manual spreadsheets and paper notes with custom no-code apps. The firm built apps... for project data collection, field inspections, and expense tracking. These apps save over 150 hours per month by automating tasks like receipt capture and report generation. Staff now enter and analyze project data directly, boosting productivity. RDG quickly built eight apps, improving quality control and project management across their architecture projects.
Design Success stories in Driving ROI and Results using Calendar solutions
RBL Media
- Design
- Small
USA
Calendly helped RBL Media cut admin work by 70%. Founder Pua Pakele used Calendly to automate scheduling, reminders, and payments.... No-shows dropped by 80%, now less than one per month. Consolidating tools saved $1,200 a year. Clients enjoy a smooth, on-brand booking experience. Pua now spends more time on creative work and less on logistics.
Clockify helped Austek Play track time for every project and task. The team used manual time tracking and reports to... see where their hours went. This made it easy to spot wasted time and improve project management. Clockify's integration with Asana let them keep using their favorite project management tool. Now, Austek Play delivers playground designs on time and runs projects more efficiently.
TimeCamp helped 7CGI, a 3D rendering studio, save over 33 hours each month on timekeeping. Before TimeCamp, artists tracked hours... in Excel, leading to errors and lost time. With TimeCamp's automated desktop app, time tracking became easy and accurate. Invoices are now more reliable, and clients trust the billing. The team enjoys a user-friendly interface and error-free timesheets.
Greenhouse helped IDEO fix a slow, inflexible recruiting process. IDEO had trouble sharing candidate data and keeping hiring consistent across... nine offices. Greenhouse let them standardize interview stages and scorecards, but still allowed local offices to customize details. Templates made setup faster and data cleaner. Now, IDEO’s recruiting is efficient, flexible, and matches their company values.
Freshsales helped CliqStudios speed up its sales cycle by 35%. The company needed an all-in-one CRM to unify caller, ticketing,... and marketing. Freshsales integrated with their website and other Freshworks tools. The sales team now uses a 360-degree customer view and round-robin lead allocation. Reporting and analytics improved sales pipeline management. The onboarding process took just 45 days, with high adoption rates among sales staff.
Lattice helped Huge, a global design and technology company, overhaul its feedback process. Huge replaced inefficient annual reviews with project-based... and quarterly feedback cycles. This change saved 2,000 hours and boosted manager effectiveness scores by 9 points. Employee engagement rose, with 80% giving feedback by the end of 2023. Now, 60% of employees have individual development plans, making growth a daily focus.
Picsart used Semrush Enterprise to boost their SEO. The creative design platform increased clicks by 20%. Semrush helped Picsart grow... their search visibility. The platform supported technical site improvements. Picsart saw more engagement from their content. Semrush enabled better market research for Picsart.
Prezly helped Wallsauce's one-person comms team get international media coverage. Nicole Yeardley used Prezly to build a branded newsroom and... streamline press release emails. She localized stories for four regions with just a few clicks. Journalists could access all needed assets instantly, reducing back-and-forth. Wallsauce gained more magazine features and freed up time for creative work.
Design Success stories in Driving ROI and Results using Video Advertising solutions
CALLUM
- Design
- Small
Warwick, UK
CALLUM used the MakerBot METHOD X 3D printer to speed up prototyping and make production parts for the Aston Martin Vanquish 25. The team created... complex, low-volume parts in-house, like brake ducts and dashboard mounts, using engineering-grade materials. This reduced costs and lead times compared to traditional machining or injection moulding. The printer's accuracy and material options let CALLUM experiment and customize parts quickly. CALLUM now controls its own parts supply and can innovate faster.
Blender helped Greenhaus GFX create film credit graphics for major movies like Wonder Woman and xXx: Return of Xander Cage. Joseph Conover used... Blender for modeling, simulation, texturing, and sculpting. The software made it easy to switch between tasks and finish scenes quickly. Blender's tools let him develop environments and models efficiently. The workflow improvements saved time and reduced guesswork for the studio.
Dropbox helps David Cooper, a New York-based artist, stay organized and efficient. He uses Dropbox to manage digital sketches, organize... project files, and deliver work to clients. Dropbox Transfer lets him send large files and revisions quickly. The platform’s simple system removes technical barriers so he can focus on creativity. Cooper keeps all his work accessible across devices, making it easy to find inspiration and deliver final files.
Apryse SDK helped OEC Graphics upgrade its FUSION workflow system. OEC needed a fast, customizable PDF web viewer for client... collaboration. Their old tool was too complex, leading to client dissatisfaction and lost users. Apryse SDK enabled a simpler UI, faster PDF loading, and easy annotation management. Training time dropped from 3 hours to 1 hour per week. Deployment time per client fell from 2-3 days to less than one day. User satisfaction and adoption increased.
Design Success stories in Driving ROI and Results using Employee Monitoring solutions
Cushing Terrell
- Design
- Medium
Billings, USA
CurrentWare helped Cushing Terrell cut software costs and save time. Before using CurrentWare, the IT team struggled to track software... usage and justify renewals. With CurrentWare, they gained clear visibility into application usage and centralized reporting. This allowed them to reduce unnecessary licenses and negotiate better contracts. The team also saved time by streamlining data collection and reporting. Cushing Terrell praised CurrentWare's responsive support and collaborative partnership.
CurrentWare helped Cushing Terrell cut software costs and save time. Before using CurrentWare, the IT team struggled to track software... usage and justify renewals. With CurrentWare, they gained clear visibility into application usage and centralized reporting. This allowed them to reduce unnecessary licenses and negotiate better contracts. The team also saved time by streamlining data collection and reporting. Cushing Terrell praised CurrentWare's responsive support and collaborative partnership.
Greenhouse helped IDEO fix a slow, inflexible recruiting process. IDEO had trouble sharing candidate data and keeping hiring consistent across... nine offices. Greenhouse let them standardize interview stages and scorecards, but still allowed local offices to customize details. Templates made setup faster and data cleaner. Now, IDEO’s recruiting is efficient, flexible, and matches their company values.
Design Pickle used LinkedIn's SMB-focused ad targeting to reach business owners and drive signups for its Pro plan. The campaign generated... 463 new signups and $1.8 million in estimated revenue in six months. Cost per signup was 19% lower than on other ad platforms. LinkedIn's targeting by job title and company size helped Design Pickle connect with decision makers. The team tracked leading indicators like checkout initiations to measure campaign impact.
Design Clients Speak: The Impact of deploying Help Desk solutions
Lemon Yellow
- Design
- Small
Mumbai, India
Vtiger CRM helped Lemon Yellow, a design agency in India, centralize its sales data. Before, sales information was scattered in... spreadsheets, making tracking hard. With Vtiger CRM, Lemon Yellow reduced record duplication by up to 50%. The sales team saved 25–30% of their time on tracking and reporting. Manual work dropped, and everyone could see deal progress more easily.
TopHatch used Helpshift to automate customer support for its Concepts app. They deployed a multilingual Care AI Agent in just... hours. Within days, 62% of support requests were fully resolved by automation. Time to first response and resolution both improved. The team scaled support without adding staff or sacrificing quality.
Hotjar Engage helped UX studio cut participant recruitment time from weeks to just 1–2 days. The design consultancy used Engage’s... 200,000+ global participant pool to find highly specific user profiles for research projects. This enabled them to run interviews and usability tests for clients in many countries and industries. Researchers could focus on insights, not manual recruiting. The platform’s flexible compensation and diverse reach made it their go-to tool for user research.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Design Pickle used LinkedIn's SMB-focused ad targeting to reach business owners and drive signups for its Pro plan. The campaign generated... 463 new signups and $1.8 million in estimated revenue in six months. Cost per signup was 19% lower than on other ad platforms. LinkedIn's targeting by job title and company size helped Design Pickle connect with decision makers. The team tracked leading indicators like checkout initiations to measure campaign impact.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
MTC Web uses Storemapper to help clients in the health care sector connect doctors with patients. The designer set up... a system where signups from doctors are collected in a google sheet and synced with Storemapper. This creates a map that helps people find doctors near them. Nearly 600 doctors have signed up through this system. The solution has worked well for several years.
Linearity used Crowdin and Storyblok to localize website content. They faced challenges managing multilingual content before the integration. Crowdin’s translation... memory and Storyblok’s CMS made the process faster and easier. Linearity achieved over 50% time savings in localization. The integration reduced manual work and errors. They now deliver content in Chinese and Spanish twice as fast.
Design Clients Speak: The Impact of deploying Field Sales solutions
Design Group
- Design
- Large
Melbourne, Australia
Design Group used Pepperi's B2B commerce platform to manage omnichannel trade promotions and B2B eCommerce. The solution included order taking,... route accounting, merchandising, and mobile CRM. The platform supported integrations and third-party applications. Design Group operates in sectors like food and beverages, health and beauty, and FMCG. The case highlights the use of enterprise-level tools for sales automation and retail execution.
Map My Customers helped Thibaut Designs achieve 100% CRM adoption from day one. The sales team gained more time and... accessed more accounts using the user-friendly platform. Leadership now has better visibility into customer engagement and can coach reps in real time. Features like Pin Colors, Routing Tool, and Lead Finder improved territory management and face-to-face designer meetings. Reps say the tool makes their jobs easier and boosts field sales efficiency.
Perkins and Will used CARTO's indoor mapping software to help 2,600 employees return to their studios safely after COVID-19. They mapped 21... studios in North America and automated presence tracking with data-driven dashboards. The process to plan workspace resource allocation became three times faster. CARTO Builder enabled quick deployment of dashboards, helping maintain high hygiene standards. The solution provided timely, accurate information to employees during uncertain times.
Gensler used ArcGIS 3D GIS tools to improve urban planning and design. The team replaced static presentations with interactive 3D... web applications for client engagement. They used ArcGIS Pro and CityEngine to turn 2D designs into detailed 3D city models. This made it easier to present scenarios, collect feedback, and update designs. The new workflow improved communication, supported better decision-making, and allowed seamless handoff to architects and builders.
GTmetrix helps DoodlyDog, a freelance web design business, attract new clients and improve website performance. Eric Davies uses GTmetrix to... showcase fast-loading sites and highlight issues in client websites. After redesigning a slow site, load times dropped from over 6 seconds to under 1 second. Sharing A-rated GTmetrix results on social media brings in new business. GTmetrix also guides better design choices for both desktop and mobile.
Jean-Prescott Studio uses Experience. com to showcase client reviews and build trust. The studio specializes in interior and architectural design...for homes and businesses. Clients praise their fast response, clear communication, and creative solutions. Many reviews highlight professionalism and helpful guidance throughout projects. The platform helps Jean-Prescott Studio attract new clients and grow their reputation.
Teague used Netwrix Platform Governance to manage their complex NetSuite ERP system. The company faced challenges with manual documentation, system... complexity, and unpredictable changes. Netwrix automated documentation and provided impact analysis, making system changes safer and easier. Teague improved operational confidence and prepared for future growth. The solution helped reduce risk and support compliance needs.
Diam Group used NAKIVO Backup & Replication on Synology NAS to protect their VMware virtual machines. Before, they had no... backup solution and faced downtime risks. With NAKIVO, they reduced IT administration time by 75%. The solution made backups and disaster recovery faster and easier. Diam Group now spends less time on IT and more on business growth.
Design Clients Speak: The Impact of deploying Web Security solutions
ITV
- Media
- Large
London, UK
ITV used Red Sift OnDMARC to secure its email communications. In 90 days, ITV achieved a 95% email deliverability rate... for over 15 million emails. The solution blocked 18,962 unauthorized email sources and protected 1,018 domains. ITV integrated OnDMARC with business systems using APIs. The project helped ITV build a strong supplier cybersecurity strategy.
WP Engine's Headless Platform helped Wide Eye Creative build a fast, user-friendly directory for LGBTQ+ healthcare. The site connects patients... with over 2,100 providers and has driven more than 5,500 provider referrals. The platform enabled a 9% conversion rate, well above industry averages. Wide Eye Creative used WP Engine to deliver a scalable, API-driven experience. The solution made it easier for LGBTQ+ individuals to find safe, knowledgeable healthcare providers.
Design Success stories in Driving ROI and Results using Sales Enablement solutions
Designit
- Design
- Medium
Copenhagen, Denmark
Dropbox and Dropbox Paper help Designit connect 16 global offices and nearly 1,000 users. Teams use Paper to work together... in real time, cutting down on emails and admin work. The Design Research team uses Paper to organize research and highlight key insights. The Marketing team manages content and social media plans in one place. Designit creates over 100 marketing assets a year with Paper, making collaboration simple and fast.
GetAccept helped Digital Theatre move from HelloSign to a single platform for sales engagement and contract management. Digital Theatre works... with schools and teachers who are not used to contracts. With GetAccept, they now use video and personalized messaging to build trust. The sales team uses analytics to improve coaching and forecasting. Marketing controls messaging with templates, freeing sales to focus on customers. The switch made contract workflows easier and improved team performance.
Design Success stories in Driving ROI and Results using CPQ solutions
Hearst
- Media
- Very Large
New York, USA
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Media company (India, client of CodEye Technologies)
- Media
- Medium
India
Chatfuel helped a media company in India automate 90% of FAQs and boost organic engagement by 30%. CodEye Technologies used... Chatfuel’s Messenger chatbot to retarget ad traffic and increase app installs by 40%. The company gained 194,000 bot users with just $1,000 in ad spend. Cost per acquisition dropped from $20 to $0. The solution delivered a 194% ROI and streamlined customer service with automation.
Design Clients Speak: The Impact of deploying Security solutions
Hearst
- Media
- Very Large
New York, USA
Hearst used Fastpath, now part of Delinea, to improve security and access monitoring in Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP. The company automated... a mass access review of 4,000 user roles. Fastpath helped Hearst pass internal audits quickly and enabled 100% user adoption across business units. The solution made audits faster, cleaner, and reduced manual work. Hearst now plans regular reviews every six months to keep processes simple and secure.
Design examples of Driving Business Value with Bot Platform
Media company (India, client of CodEye Technologies)
- Media
- Medium
India
Chatfuel helped a media company in India automate 90% of FAQs and boost organic engagement by 30%. CodEye Technologies used... Chatfuel’s Messenger chatbot to retarget ad traffic and increase app installs by 40%. The company gained 194,000 bot users with just $1,000 in ad spend. Cost per acquisition dropped from $20 to $0. The solution delivered a 194% ROI and streamlined customer service with automation.
Simvoly helped a private web design business grow to 53 customers and $1,881 in monthly recurring revenue. The company needed... a true white label website builder with flexible packages, onboarding, and template control. Simvoly provided a platform with websites, funnels, blogs, and email marketing. The solution enabled the business to deliver more value to clients and build a steady income stream. The team at Simvoly is praised for constant innovation and support.
Burda used Coupa to manage €500 million in spending across 80 companies. Before Coupa, 85% of purchases were not approved... and processes were fragmented. Coupa's procure-to-pay and sourcing tools brought all spending into one platform. Now, almost 50% of Burda's spending runs through Coupa. The company fixed control and transparency issues and unified procurement processes.
Metadata helped Monotype lower their cost per opportunity by 83%. Monotype's demand gen team struggled to optimize campaigns across audiences... and channels. Manual experiments took too much time and lacked clear data. Metadata automated experiment testing and budget optimization. The platform shifted budget to the best-performing campaigns. Monotype quickly found winning combinations and improved budget efficiency.
Playable helped Louis Poulsen add gamification to their showroom at 3daysofdesign. Over 6,000 people played the Scratchcard game, with 135,000... total gameplays in three days. The claw machine experience drew crowds and boosted excitement. Online, 1,200 people registered and played 46,000 times. Email click-through rates rose 72% above average. The campaign became an always-on digital lead generator for the luxury lighting brand.
Serenity Studios used Intuiface to create an interactive storytelling installation for the University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication. The project featured... a 14-foot video wall that showcased alumni stories with photos, videos, and accolades. Users could filter stories and interact with the display using swipe and tap gestures. The installation served as a visual anchor for the Hall of Achievement and a recruitment tool. Serenity Studios built a custom back-end system for easy content updates and ensured accessibility for all users.
Kittl used Tipalti Mass Payments to automate over 300 monthly payouts to designers and partners. Before, manual processes took a... full day each week and caused errors. With Tipalti, payment processing now takes just two hours. The finance team no longer needs to handle invoices by hand. Kittl can now scale without hiring more staff. This improved accuracy and efficiency in global payouts.
UpViral helped Legion Beats collect 41,985 leads and generate $200,000 in sales in one week. The campaign used a contest... with a valuable grand prize and smaller incentives to drive engagement. Paid ads and referrals brought in thousands of new contacts. The contest ran before a product launch, building buzz and anticipation. Legion Beats used UpViral's features to boost brand awareness and sales online.
Rareloop uses ACF to build a consistent and repeatable workflow for web design and development. The team leverages ACF’s flexible... content fields and clone features to create custom page builders for clients. This approach gives content editors more control and a better editing experience. Rareloop also integrates ACF with Stripe to simplify donation workflows for charity clients. The result is faster development, easier onboarding, and more satisfied clients.
Reply helped Kizny Visuals automate and personalize their cold email outreach. The studio integrated Reply with their CRM using Zapier,... streamlining communication and reducing manual tasks. With focused, handpicked prospect lists, they achieved up to a 90% reply rate on campaigns. The team valued Reply's responsive support and adaptability. This approach helped Kizny Visuals nurture prospects and grow their business in a competitive market.
Shopify helped OMHU, a Copenhagen design studio, double its monthly revenue within three months after migrating from WooCommerce. OMHU consolidated five... region-specific stores into two, now serving 25 markets across Europe and North America. The team saved about 10 hours per month on analytics using Shopify's Sidekick tool. OMHU launched in the US with 200,000 email sign-ups and set new monthly revenue records. Shopify enabled OMHU to focus on brand and product, not platform maintenance.
How Inside Sales is Delivering ROI for Design Leaders
Hearst
- Media
- Very Large
New York, USA
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
SyncApps helps AIGA connect Mailchimp and Salesforce for 70+ chapters. AIGA saves time by automating data sync, so staff do... not enter data by hand. Members always get the right event info for their chapter. SyncApps keeps data clean and avoids mistakes. The integration costs much less than other options, helping AIGA use funds for more events. AIGA can manage all chapters from one dashboard, with no need for local staff.
Moxo helped Suzie Turner Couturier create a digital workflow for bespoke gown design. The new app let clients and designers... share ideas, files, and updates in one place. Real-time messaging and visual tools improved communication and feedback. Clients could track their dress progress anytime, from anywhere. The app reduced errors and delays, keeping clients happy and engaged. Suzie Turner Couturier set a new standard for digital client service in couture fashion.
Design Success stories in Driving ROI and Results using Sales Analytics solutions
BIG
- Design
- Medium
Copenhagen, Denmark
BIG used Sugar Enterprise to replace Outlook and Excel for contact and project management. The firm needed a CRM that... could handle custom color-coding and integrate with Outlook. Sugar was customized to match BIG's visual workflows, helping users adopt the new system quickly. Now, BIG manages its multi-country pipeline and business development in one place. Teams report better access to information and improved collaboration.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
STBY used mobile ethnography to study Dutch food habits for a government-backed project. The goal was to understand how people... in the Netherlands view healthy and sustainable food. STBY recruited 32 participants and guided them through workshops and a four-week app-based reporting process. The project collected 750 detailed reports, revealing a gap between knowledge and willingness to change eating habits. The research provided deep insights into food choices and sustainability attitudes.
Design examples of Driving Business Value with SMS Marketing
Heisenbug
- Design
- Small
Oslo, Norway
Heisenbug used LINK Mobility’s MyLINK SMS API to send fast, reliable SMS messages from their HR and hotel platforms. They needed to... cut costs and gain more control over messaging. Direct integration with LINK Mobility eliminated third-party fees and improved delivery speed. Heisenbug now reaches employees and guests quickly, supporting both HR and hospitality needs. The solution was easy to implement and scales with their international growth.
Flipboard used GWI to better understand its global audience. The team needed to shape a unique brand message and identify... new audience segments. GWI provided deep psychographic insights, helping Flipboard profile users beyond basic demographics. This data enabled Flipboard to expand partnerships, secure new business, and drive revenue growth. The platform also helped align internal teams with a shared view of their target audience.
Shopify helped OMHU, a Copenhagen design studio, double its monthly revenue within three months after migrating from WooCommerce. OMHU consolidated five... region-specific stores into two, now serving 25 markets across Europe and North America. The team saved about 10 hours per month on analytics using Shopify's Sidekick tool. OMHU launched in the US with 200,000 email sign-ups and set new monthly revenue records. Shopify enabled OMHU to focus on brand and product, not platform maintenance.
MuteBox used Contractbook to automate their contract process. Before, it took 15 minutes to handle each contract. Now, it takes... just 2-3 minutes. They save 80% of their time and have 100% accuracy. No deals are missed, and errors are gone. The process is smooth and fast, letting them focus on growth.
Oracle Cloud helped Hearst unify finance, HR, and inventory management on one platform. The company improved financial reporting and gained... near real-time insights. IT support costs dropped, and 15 charts of accounts became one. HR productivity rose for 20,000 employees, and onboarding became faster. Hearst cut job codes from 7,000 to 1,700 and made audits easier across 150 countries. Employee attrition fell as internal mobility improved.
Design examples of Driving Business Value with Sales Coaching
Lightmix
- Design
- Small
Washington, D.C., USA
AllianceTek helped Lightmix, a design company in Washington, D. C., solve a client’s login problem. Lightmix needed single sign-on for...multiple web apps but lacked technical skills. AllianceTek implemented SSO using SAML and ADFS, letting users access all apps with one login. AllianceTek also trained Lightmix for smooth deployment. The result was better user experience and easier access for end users.
Arcadis N. V. partnered with ELB Learning to launch a global sustainability eLearning program. The curriculum included 14 modules, interactive...media, and was available in seven languages. Within two years, the program achieved a Net Promoter Score over 70. Employees across 30+ countries gained a unified understanding of sustainability. The training helped standardize knowledge and drive behavior change worldwide.
Top Stories in Design about adoption of Social Media Marketing software
NAOS Ship and Boat Design - Design - Small
NAOS Ship and Boat Design used the 3D EXPERIENCE platform to improve ship and boat design. The platform let teams... in Italy, Spain, Croatia, and Sweden work together in real time. NAOS expects to reduce design time by up to 40% using Designed For Sea. The solution helps catch design errors early and makes it easy to create manufacturing plans. NAOS delivers safer, more efficient vessels to its customers with this technology.
Jill Anderson - Design - Small
RecurPost helped Jill Anderson automate her social media posts. Before using RecurPost, Jill spent too much time managing social media... by hand. This made it hard to post often and attract new clients. With RecurPost, she scheduled posts and kept her channels active. Her LinkedIn engagement grew. She saved time and focused more on client work. The tool also helped her plan a new SEO product for designers.
Green Wallscapes - Design - Small
Sendible helped Green Wallscapes automate social media publishing across 10 accounts. The company needed to reach B2B buyers and keep... up with AI and SEO content demands. Sendible enabled seamless multi-channel scheduling and easy delegation to remote teams. Green Wallscapes saw direct ROI and increased B2B inquiries. The tool has remained a core asset for over five years, surviving every quarterly audit.
Hiding Elephant - Design - Small
Hiding Elephant used Buffer's API to add social publishing to its AI design workspace. Before, users had to leave the... platform to share content, slowing down their workflow. Now, they can create, generate captions, and publish on-brand visuals to multiple social channels in one click. The integration saves time and keeps brand messaging consistent. Hiding Elephant's team built the integration in under a week, letting them focus on creative features instead of platform maintenance.