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MVST Recognized as a Storyblok Gold Partner: Powering Scalable, Headless CMS Solutions

We’re excited to announce that MVST has been named a Gold Partner in the Storyblok Partner Program! This recognition is a testament to our expertise in crafting cutting-edge digital experiences powered by Storyblok, one of the most innovative headless CMS platforms in the industry. What Does This Mean for Our Partners? Being a Gold Partner means we’re trusted by Storyblok to deliver exceptional results. It highlights our ability to execute Enterprise-level projects and positions us as a go-to

Why Commerce Apps Are the Future of E-Commerce

The e-commerce industry is evolving fast. As competition grows and customer behavior shifts, businesses must adapt to stay relevant. One solution is clear: commerce apps. 📈 Why "Share of Time" Matters In a smartphone-dominated world, the time customers spend engaging with your brand—your “share of time”—is a critical metric. ⚡Brands like Zalando are leading the way by leveraging apps to maximize engagement. It works! more time spent in your app drives higher conversion rates, bigger order

Why It’s Time to Move to a Headless CMS

Legacy CMS: The Old Way of Doing Things For years, businesses have relied on traditional Content Management Systems (CMS) platforms to manage their digital content. These monolithic systems—think WordPress, Drupal, or Sitecore—were once the gold standard, but times have changed. While legacy CMSs served their purpose, they were built for a different time. One where content lived primarily on static web pages. Fast forward to today, and content needs to be everywhere: mobile apps, smart devices

Top 10 Web Development Trends That Will Shape 2025

The digital landscape is evolving at breakneck speed, and web development is no exception. If you’re still relying on yesterday’s tech, you’re already behind. To stay ahead of the curve, you need to know what’s coming next. Here are the top 10 web development trends redefining the digital space in 2025. 1. AI-Powered Everything 🚀 AI is now more than just a buzzword. It’s the driving force behind automation, personalization, and efficiency in web development. From AI-generated content to hype

The Role of Algolia in Elevating Search for Redcare Pharmacy and Freework

At the heart of every great digital experience lies powerful, intuitive search functionality. By integrating Algolia, we helped Redcare Pharmacy and Freework elevate their platforms, ensuring seamless navigation and optimized user experiences. Redcare Pharmacy: Unified Search Across Europe Europe’s top online pharmacy faced the challenge of unifying its digital presence across 5 countries: Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, and France. Here's how Algolia transformed their search experience

Stripe x MVST: Seamless Payment Solutions for Real-World Products (with Aeon)

At MVST., great products demand great payments. By integrating Stripe across platforms for Zurhorst, CARE, Aeon, and Swisscom, we delivered seamless payment experiences that drive growth and scale effortlessly. Here’s how Stripe helped us power four standout solutions. 1. Zurhorst: Seamless Payments for Personal Growth Zurhorst wanted to expand its reach and monetize its expertise in relationship coaching through an online academy. To support their mission, we integrated Stripe Checkout, enab

Empowering Landowners: Feld Energy’s Lead Funnel for Agriculture and Photovoltaics

When Feld Energy approached us, their mission was clear: to simplify access to clean, renewable energy for businesses and industries. Their vision is to accelerate the global transition to sustainable energy through cutting-edge solar and battery solutions. Inspired by their goal of redefining the energy landscape, we not only partnered with them to create a digital presence that amplifies their message and sets the foundation for their growth, but we also invested in their journey to further su

Designing with Data: How MVST Transformed Linearity’s User Experience

In July 2025, MVST teamed up with Linearity to reimagine their user experience, leveraging insights from an already active product. With a solid base of existing metrics, we had a clear starting point to identify areas for improvement and set measurable goals to enhance user interaction and engagement within Linearity’s design tools. The Deliverables * Concept * UX/UI Design * User Testing * Feedback Integration The Challenge Our main challenge was to transform the UX/UI design by leve

Octopus Energy IOGO – Smart Charging for E-Cars

In April 2024, MVST partnered with Octopus Energy to launch their latest product offering in Germany: Intelligent Octopus Go (IOGO). This smart electricity contract is designed specifically for electric vehicle (EV) owners, helping them charge their vehicles at the cheapest times during the night, optimizing both energy usage and costs. Our role was to design and develop a conversion-optimized landing page for IOGO. The page is designed to help users check the compatibility of their electric ve

Driving Heat Pump Success: How We Boosted Leads with Octopus Energy

In March 2024, we partnered with Octopus Energy to support their heat pump initiative, a key part of their renewable energy strategy. Our objective was to create a seamless customer journey for potential heat pump users, while also educating them through a dedicated content hub. To boost lead generation, we built a multi-faceted solution, including a lead generation funnel, landing pages, and an academy-style content hub—designed to both educate and capture user interest. The Deliverables *

OrthoPulse® – Transforming Orthodontic Care with Four Integrated Solutions

At MVST, we are thrilled to partner with OrthoPulse®, a pioneer in orthodontic innovation, in the development of four cutting-edge digital products. OrthoPulse’s device uses advanced light technology to accelerate treatment, and we’ve extended that forward-thinking vision into a seamless digital ecosystem. 🚀By creating a Doctor Portal, Back Office, Website, and Mobile Patient App, we’ve integrated the device with software that enhances patient care, improves doctor-patient communication, and s

OrthoPulse®: Creating a Seamless Digital Ecosystem for Modern Orthodontic Care

OrthoPulse® is a cutting-edge device in orthodontics that utilizes advanced light technology to accelerate treatment and improve patient outcomes. In collaboration with MVST, we developed a four-in-one digital solution to extend their forward-thinking approach into a seamless ecosystem. This initiative includes a Doctor Portal, Back Office, Patients Mobile App, and a Website, designed to enhance patient care, streamline operations, and connect all stakeholders. The Deliverables * UX/UI Desig

Why It’s Time to Move to a Headless CMS

Legacy CMS: The Old Way of Doing Things For years, businesses have relied on traditional Content Management Systems (CMS) platforms to manage their digital content. These monolithic systems—think WordPress, Drupal, or Sitecore—were once the gold standard, but times have changed. While legacy CMSs served their purpose, they were built for a different time. One where content lived primarily on static web pages. Fast forward to today, and content needs to be everywhere: mobile apps, smart devices

The Role of Algolia in Elevating Search for Redcare Pharmacy and Freework

At the heart of every great digital experience lies powerful, intuitive search functionality. By integrating Algolia, we helped Redcare Pharmacy and Freework elevate their platforms, ensuring seamless navigation and optimized user experiences. Redcare Pharmacy: Unified Search Across Europe Europe’s top online pharmacy faced the challenge of unifying its digital presence across 5 countries: Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, and France. Here's how Algolia transformed their search experience

Stripe x MVST: Seamless Payment Solutions for Real-World Products (with Aeon)

At MVST., great products demand great payments. By integrating Stripe across platforms for Zurhorst, CARE, Aeon, and Swisscom, we delivered seamless payment experiences that drive growth and scale effortlessly. Here’s how Stripe helped us power four standout solutions. 1. Zurhorst: Seamless Payments for Personal Growth Zurhorst wanted to expand its reach and monetize its expertise in relationship coaching through an online academy. To support their mission, we integrated Stripe Checkout, enab

From POCs to Full Migration: Proving Storyblok for Redcare’s European Shops

Redcare Pharmacy needed a modern CMS to unify their European online shops while ensuring scalability, flexibility, and seamless performance. To address their concerns, we proposed starting with a proof-of-concept (POC) using Storyblok to demonstrate its capabilities. This approach built stakeholder confidence and paved the way for a full migration from WordPress to Storyblok. Setting the Stage: Redcare Pharmacy’s CMS Challenges During the initial phase, Redcare’s CMS challenges became evident

Building Effective Collaboration Between Internal Teams and External Partners

Seamless collaboration between internal teams and external partners is key to achieving success in any migration project. At MVST, we believe that fostering open communication, aligning goals, and leveraging each team’s strengths are critical steps to delivering outstanding results. A perfect example of this is our work with Redcare Pharmacy, where we collaborated closely to migrate their online pharmacy from WordPress to Storyblok. Through strategic alignment, well-defined roles, and an adapta

How to Migrate from WordPress to Storyblok Strategically: Start with High-Priority Pages

At MVST, we have extensive experience helping businesses transition from WordPress to Storyblok efficiently and effectively. A strategic migration ensures your digital presence remains strong while unlocking the benefits of Storyblok’s headless CMS. Our approach focuses on high-value pages first to minimize disruptions and deliver immediate results. Why Start with High-Priority Pages? When migrating from WordPress to Storyblok, focusing on high-priority pages—like your homepage, product pages

Unlocking Accessibility: A Closer Look at the European Accessibility Act

🌟The European Accessibility Act (EAA) is a groundbreaking piece of legislation taking place on the 28th of June 2025, to improve accessibility across the EU market. Here's what you need to know! Understanding the EAA * Purpose: The EAA sets minimum accessibility standards for products and services, ensuring equal access for persons with disabilities. * Scope: It covers web accessibility, electronic devices, public procurement, and transportation services. Key Provisions 1. Web Accessib

Streamlining Accessibility: Essential Tools for Inclusive Products

In today's digital world, accessibility isn't just a nice-to-have—it's essential. With the European Accessibility Act mandating inclusive digital experiences, designers and developers are embracing tools to ensure everyone can access online content. 🔍The European Accessibility Act aims to make digital content accessible to over 80 million people with disabilities across Europe! Let's dive into some key tools that simplify the accessibility journey. 1. Stark Stark is a powerful design tool

What is Accessibility and WCAG?

Accessibility is a fundamental aspect of creating inclusive and user-friendly digital products for everyone. At MVST we believe in the importance of ensuring that our products are accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities. Let's dive into Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how it integrates into our product-building process for all product types. Understanding WCAG Standards WCAG started in 1995 and its latest update was in October 2023. The EU Accessibility Act 2025

Breaking The Barriers, Making The Web More Accessible.

5.16 billion people use the internet on a daily business, and a big part of these people have a type of disability that makes serving the internet very difficult for them and sometimes even impossible. As you can imagine, this is not completely user-friendly, nor the goal of a website. In this article, we will outline our strategies for achieving accessibility compliance in our products, specifically our websites, and discuss the tradeoffs associated with each approach. 1. Accessibility in Web

The Essential Tools We Use as a Digital Product-Building Studio

At MVST, we’re always on the lookout for tools that can make our work smoother and our collaborations more effective. To keep projects on track, create stunning designs, and manage code, the right tools help us cut through the clutter and focus on what truly matters—bringing innovative ideas to life. Here’s a peek into the tools we use to keep everything running smoothly. Communication and Collaboration Google Workspace Google Workspace is our go-to for handling emails and keeping our work

What is Accessibility and WCAG?

Accessibility is a fundamental aspect of creating inclusive and user-friendly digital products for everyone. At MVST we believe in the importance of ensuring that our products are accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities. Let's dive into Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how it integrates into our product-building process for all product types. Understanding WCAG Standards WCAG started in 1995 and its latest update was in October 2023. The EU Accessibility Act 2025

Multi-Tenancy Architecture: Core Concepts and Principles

Imagine stepping into a modern shopping mall, where a lot of stores coexist within a shared physical space. Each store boasts its unique offerings, ambiance, and branding, catering to diverse customer needs and preferences. Despite sharing common facilities such as parking lots, walkways, and utility services, each store operates independently, managing its inventory, sales, and customer interactions. In this bustling environment, the shopping mall serves as a microcosm of multi-tenancy archite

Becoming a Software Engineer Without a Degree: A Step-by-Step Guide

No degree? No problem. Over 21 million software developers grace the global stage, and yet, the industry's ravenous appetite for talent remains unsatisfied. As gateways to technology careers widen, credentials blur, inviting the self-taught virtuoso to the table. Ambition thrives beyond the confines of academia. Your creativity and problem-solving prowess are the true catalysts for innovation. Find out how to become a software engineer without a diploma or degree - it's easier than you might

Atomic Design And Figma Dev Mode: Design-To-Development Made Easy

Imagine this: The designers created the most beautiful and outstanding mockups with super cool looks and animations in Figma. And then, when writing the code, the design looks off and the initial idea gets lost. The outcome is not corresponding with the intention of the designers. This is not just frustrating, but also extremely inefficient. That's why we want to introduce you to Atomic Design and Figma Dev Mode: They are real game-changers in the world of UX/UI and development. These trends ar

From Code to Clicks: The Rise of Low Code Development

As a software engineer, my journey in the realm of technology has been marked by constant innovation and the pursuit of efficiency. Over the years, I've witnessed the transformation of ideas into code, translating creativity and logic into functional applications that power our digital world. Yet, even as the traditional foundations of programming have remained steadfast, a new wave of technological advancement has emerged that challenges the very essence of my role – the rise of low code and no

Lean Branding Excellence: MVST's Way

It is no secret that having strong branding with high recognition value is an unbeatable good in today's digital age! MVST is a software development studio with a strong focus on design. So how do we approach a branding process? ✨Our claim: It's not about just developing your idea or your brand - it's about developing the pure essence of yourself. As an output-driven studio, we prioritize efficiency and precision in the branding process, avoiding unnecessary delays or repetitive cycles. When a

Mastering Accessibility with Color Contrast: A Designer's Essential Toolkit

Color contrast isn't just about aesthetics—it's a critical factor in making digital content accessible to everyone. Ensuring adequate color contrast significantly enhances readability and usability for users with visual impairments and is a must for your product to be accessible. 🎨Let's discover practical tips and tools for mastering color contrast in your designs! Why Color Contrast is Crucial * Enhanced Readability: High contrast between text and background colors improves legibility, ma

What is Accessibility and WCAG?

Accessibility is a fundamental aspect of creating inclusive and user-friendly digital products for everyone. At MVST we believe in the importance of ensuring that our products are accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities. Let's dive into Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how it integrates into our product-building process for all product types. Understanding WCAG Standards WCAG started in 1995 and its latest update was in October 2023. The EU Accessibility Act 2025

Atomic Design And Figma Dev Mode: Design-To-Development Made Easy

Imagine this: The designers created the most beautiful and outstanding mockups with super cool looks and animations in Figma. And then, when writing the code, the design looks off and the initial idea gets lost. The outcome is not corresponding with the intention of the designers. This is not just frustrating, but also extremely inefficient. That's why we want to introduce you to Atomic Design and Figma Dev Mode: They are real game-changers in the world of UX/UI and development. These trends ar

The Power of Landing Pages: Do's & Don'ts And Best Practices

Appealing and nice-looking landing pages are the digital gateways to success for any business, where the art of conversion truly takes form. But crafting the perfect landing page isn't an easy feat. It's an intricate dance of do's and don'ts that can make or break your online success story. Designers, marketeers, and business owners - if you want to hit the spot and captivate visitors to your website: Here are our best practices for the amazing landing pages. 1. What Is A Landing Page And Why

Deep-Dive Into Using Figma Variables And Advanced Prototyping

The new Figma update is here! The magic word around which everything revolves is: Variables. In this post, we want to take a deep dive into the new Figma Variables and show you how to use them most efficiently both in your design files and in your prototypes. 1. What Types Of Figma Variables Have Been Introduced? 2. How And When to Use Modes 3. Pros And Cons Of Using Figma Variables In Your Next Design 4. Final Thoughts On the Figma Variables What Types of Figma Variables Have Been Introd

The MVST Team

These are the people who fulfill every project with passion and dedication - this is MVST. Our team's dedication and expertise are the heartbeat of our projects, collaborating seamlessly with our partners to turn their aspirations into reality. We are not an agency without a face, we want to show you who is behind MVST. Say Hello! Our Co-Founders Niklas With a wealth of experience in digital services, Niklas is the driving force behind the company's vision. He's always looking for fresh p

From Scratch to Success: MVST's Way Of Building Digital Products

As fellow founders, MVST intimately understands the challenges of the startup grind, navigating the fast-paced, ever-evolving path from idea to launch. Our commitment goes beyond transactions; it's about collaboration. We view clients as valuable partners in a shared journey to create exceptional products for lasting success. What makes The MVST Way so unique? Well, our transformative process is grounded in understanding, commitment, and a shared passion for shaping the future. Curious to know

How to: Boost Your Productivity and Efficiency While Working Remote

You probably know what some people say about remote work: "Remote workers are less productive." "Working from home is killing efficient work." "Remote Work: Motivation for work decreases at home!" We also know that some employees are struggling to focus while working remotely. And it really is a tricky task to overcome! If you find yourself in the same position, you should definitely read on. At MVST the majority of our coworkers work from home regularly without losing motivation or decreasing

Mastering the Art of Personal Development: A Guide to Success At Work

How to stand out from the vast crowd of professionals? Is there a way you can show your qualities to others at first glance? Here's our top tip: Personal development is the key! In this guide, we will explore why it is crucial for your career, share invaluable tips and tricks, and prove that personal growth doesn't have to break the bank. Are you ready to unlock your full potential and take your career to new heights? Let's start your journey towards professional excellence! 1. Why Personal De

Boosting Employee Satisfaction and Productivity: The Hidden Benefits of Company Offsites

Imagine a work environment where employees are not only productive but also deeply satisfied with their jobs. It sounds like a dream, right? Well, the secret to achieving this lies in investing in company offsite events. At MVST, a leading software development agency specializing in tailor-made digital products, we have a lot to offer when it comes to company benefits. Recently we organized an unforgettable Italy offsite that left our team inspired and motivated. In this blog post, we'll explor

Quality Assurance Manager: A Key Role For Successful Agencies

When it comes to digital products and satisfied costumers, our motto is: quality over quantity! Because we believe that behind every great software lies a dedicated team of professionals working tirelessly to ensure that quality in every step of the process. One such key role is that of a Quality Assurance (QA) Manager. What exactly is a QA Manager, you might wonder? We'll uncover their responsibilities, take a look at the impact they have on scaling a company, and the technical prowess they pos