Marketplace for second-life furniture

Project Duration
3 months
Country
Switzerland
Industries
E-commerce

We worked alongside Novu Office, a leader in Switzerland in the furniture-as-a-service sector, to launch Novu Cycle, a multi-vendor marketplace for second-life office furniture. The platform brings together sellers and buyers, enhancing sustainable distribution and connecting eco-conscious companies.

The Challenge

Novu Cycle started as a Shopify MVP but needed transformation into a robust, automated platform to handle multi-vendor requirements. Key goals included seamless role-switching for buyers and sellers, a secure escrow-based payment system with customizable payouts, and compliance with Swiss VAT standards.

The Solution

Our approach focused on scalability, automation, and user-centric design:

  • Dual-Purpose User Profiles: We enabled unified user accounts for buyers and sellers, simplifying navigation and profile management.
  • Secure Payment Automation: Implemented an escrow payment system with mass payout capabilities for corporate sellers and instant payouts for individuals.
  • Advanced Communication Tools: Integrated real-time chat and automated notifications to improve communication between parties.
  • Compliance: Ensured adherence to VAT and regional compliance.

Project Results

  • Successful Marketplace Launch: Novu Cycle emerged as a leading marketplace for second-life furniture, connecting various vendors and buyers.
  • Increased Inventory and Reach: With external sellers onboarded, Novu Cycle expanded inventory and market access.
  • Enhanced User Experience: The automated, intuitive design supported efficient transactions, broadening Novu’s reach and advancing its sustainability objectives.

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    Automated escrow payment system with flexible payouts
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    Compliance with Swiss VAT regulations

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