When evaluating e-commerce platforms, understanding the architectural differences between monolithic and headless systems is crucial. These differences can significantly impact scalability, innovation, and the overall customer experience. What is a Monolithic platform? A monolithic platform is an all-in-one solution where the frontend (what customers see) and backend (the system handling operations) are tightly integrated. While these platforms, such as SAP Commerce Cloud and Magento, offer p

The era of rigid, monolithic e-commerce systems is over. Businesses need flexible, scalable solutions to meet rising customer expectations — and that’s where commercetools thrives. Built on MACH principles (Microservices, API-first, Cloud-native, and Headless), commercetools delivers unmatched agility and innovation, leaving legacy platforms struggling to keep pace. Microservices: Modular Architecture for Maximum Agility Unlike monolithic platforms where all functionalities are tightly couple

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

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

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

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 *

Aeco is addressing the critical challenge of peatland restoration, as drained peatlands contribute 5% of global CO2 emissions despite covering just 3% of Earth's surface. In collaboration with MVST, Aeco is leveraging technology, capital, and restoration expertise to scale efforts, restore Europe’s peatlands, and mitigate climate change. The Deliverables * UX/UI Design * Software Development * Product Management * Web App The Challenge Aeco faced the challenge of reducing CO2 emissions

Aeco is addressing a critical environmental challenge: peatland restoration. Although peatlands cover just 3% of the Earth’s surface, drained peatlands contribute to 5% of global CO2 emissions. Aeco is reversing this damage, and MVST is proud to support their mission to combat climate change and restore vital ecosystems. 🌍Aeco is revolutionizing climate action by restoring Europe’s peatlands, significantly contributing to climate change mitigation and ecosystem restoration. With our support,

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® 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

In March 2023, we partnered with Tenhil, a company committed to transforming the job search process with innovative HR solutions. Together, we built a powerful CV generator that helps job seekers stand out in an increasingly competitive market, making it easier for them to create professional, tailored resumes quickly and efficiently. Tackling the Job Market As the job market grows more competitive, standing out is critical. Job seekers need tools that make their applications compelling witho

We’re thrilled to welcome İlayda Özel to the MVST team! 🎉 Hailing from Turkey with a degree in Computer Engineering and currently pursuing her Master’s in Media Informatics in Munich, İlayda combines her passion for technology and arts to bring fresh creativity to our projects. Welcome aboard, İlayda! 🚀 About İlayda * Full Name: İlayda Özel * Home Country: Turkey 🇹🇷 * Position: FullStack Developer Tell Us About Yourself! I’m Ilayda. I’m from Turkey, where I completed my Bachelor’s de

Kartenmacherei is redefining how people celebrate life’s special moments with personalized cards for weddings, baptisms, and more. Partnering with MVST, they aimed to modernize their e-commerce platform with a UI rebrush, enhancing aesthetics while maintaining core functionality for a seamless user experience. The Deliverables * Product Management * UX/UI Design * Software Development * Full UI rebrush (fonts, colors, paddings, logo) * A/B Testing & Analytics Integration * Legacy Code M

In June 2024, MVST partnered with Kartenmacherei, a leading German e-commerce platform specializing in personalized cards for special occasions such as weddings, baptisms, and birthdays. The project’s primary focus was to refine and modernize the look and feel of their website—a massive platform with multiple products, pages, and user flows—by implementing a full UI rebrush. The challenge lay not just in revamping the aesthetics, but in navigating the complexities of legacy code across such a va

We’re excited to welcome Paula to the MVST team! 🎉 With a background in environmental engineering, Paula found her true passion in software development and hasn’t looked back since. Having lived in various cities around the world, her unique experiences bring fresh perspectives to the team. Outside of coding, she loves beach weekends and walks with her dog, Bento. Welcome aboard, Paula! 🚀 About Paula * Full Name: Paula Lustosa * Home Country: Brazil 🇧🇷 * Position: FullStack Developer

We’re excited to welcome Rexelle to the MVST team! 🎉 Coming from a diverse background in interior architecture and graphic design, Rexelle discovered a deep passion for UX/UI design and has been making an impact across global projects. Her empathetic approach, combined with a love for creativity and collaboration, will be an incredible asset as we continue to innovate together. Welcome aboard! Here's to an inspiring journey ahead! 🚀 About Rexelle * Full Name: Rexelle Dsouza * Home Country:

Aeon is revolutionizing healthcare with AI-powered full-body MRI scans and advanced blood analysis to detect health risks early. Together with MVST, they developed a mobile app to offer a seamless and integrated digital experience for users. The Deliverables * Product Management * Software Development * UX/UI Design * Mobile App Development The Challenge Aeon needed a digital platform that matched the innovation of their health services, ensuring users could easily navigate the process

Aeco is addressing the critical challenge of peatland restoration, as drained peatlands contribute 5% of global CO2 emissions despite covering just 3% of Earth's surface. In collaboration with MVST, Aeco is leveraging technology, capital, and restoration expertise to scale efforts, restore Europe’s peatlands, and mitigate climate change. The Deliverables * UX/UI Design * Software Development * Product Management * Web App The Challenge Aeco faced the challenge of reducing CO2 emissions

Sometimes, a groundbreaking innovation comes along that redefines an industry, one that combines cutting-edge technology with a user-centered approach to transform the way we care for ourselves. That’s where Aeon enters the scene. 🩻Aeon is revolutionizing healthcare with AI-powered full-body MRI scans and advanced blood analysis to detect health risks early. At MVST, we’ve proudly supported this journey by delivering top-notch design, product management, and software development, helping Aeon

In the world of venture capital, success goes beyond wise investments. Investors require real-time insights to stay ahead. They need to be informed and engaged to make the most of their portfolios. The Deliverables * Conceptualization * UX /UI Design * Back-end and Front-end Development The Challenge The focus of Fair VC was to provide their investors with up-to-date portfolio information in a user-friendly manner. Their goal was to develop a product that enabled investors to track new

In a fast-paced world, Goodbytz sees the importance of making healthy, fresh, and sustainable food accessible and affordable for everyone. With a vision to decrease the adverse effects on our health and environment caused by unhealthy convenience food consumption, together, we embarked on a journey to create a dynamic web app and an engaging website that would empower businesses and people. The Deliverables * UX/UI Design * Front-end Development * Product Management * Website and Web App

In the past 5 years, various products really proved to us why we are doing what we are doing. One of our most memorable results is our work with the Co-Founders Henry Keppler and Maximilian Dekorsky reaching out to us with nothing but their vision. Together we worked on the strategy and product conceptualization and development to create their MVP. We also assisted them in the recruitment process, helping them find their CTO Javier Silva Ortiz. ✨ Why? Because we helped to make a real change in

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

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

Sometimes, companies go through a transformative journey where their inner evolution and innovation demand an external reflection resonating with their growth. That's the point where ShopApotheke sought out our expertise. 💪For over two decades, ShopApotheke has established itself as the strongest, most trusted pharmacy brand in Europe. In addition to medicine and medical aids, you will also find a huge selection of beauty and care products. The magic word for this product was: Rebranding! We

We’re thrilled to welcome Kayla to the MVST team! 🎉 With a rich background in design and business, she has found her passion as a product designer. We're confident that her creativity and strategic thinking will help tackle new challenges and drive our success. Welcome aboard, Kayla! Here’s to a successful and inspiring journey together! 🚀 About Kayla * Full Name: Kayla Piscopo * Home Country: Australia 🇦🇺 * Position: Product Designer Tell Us About Yourself! Throughout my career, I h

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

🌟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

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

We are excited to introduce Alejandro, the newest addition to the MVST team! Joining us as a Product Manager, Alejandro brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to our team. We can't wait to see the impact you'll make. Welcome aboard, and best of luck in your new role! 🚀 About Alejandro * Full Name: Alejandro Escribano * Home Country: Spain 🇪🇸 * Position: Product Manager Please give us a small intro about you! Since childhood, I have always been passionate about building and invent

Join us in welcoming the newest member of the MVST team: Katharina! We are delighted to have you on board as our Content and Marketing Manager. Your expertise and creativity will be a fantastic addition to our marketing team. Best wishes for your new journey with us! 🚀 About Katharina * Full Name: Katharina Leissing * Home Country: Austria 🇦🇹 * Position: Content and Marketing Manager Tell Us About Yourself! I am Katharina Leissing, a 24-year-old creative from Austria. I knew very earl

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

In the fast-paced world of IT security, businesses are constantly challenged to protect their systems from evolving cyber threats. Dyrisk leads the way in transforming IT security for medium-sized businesses, advocating proactive cyber risk management. As part of the Munich Re Innovation Lab, Dyrisk empowers companies to anticipate and mitigate potential threats before they impact operations. The Deliverables * Product and Strategy * UX/UI Design * Frontend Development The Challenge Dy

In the fast-paced world of online directories, "MyWebsite" by Swisscom stands out as a flexible tool for businesses to boost their online presence. With a variety of useful features, users can easily build, control, and improve their online presence, ensuring they're seen and making a mark in the online world. The Deliverables * Product and Strategy * UX/UI Design * Frontend Development * Backend Development The Challenge Swisscom teamed up with MVST to create "MyWebsite," to empower S

In a landscape filled with numerous online job portal platforms, Tenhil seeks to stand out by making the job search process easier and more efficient for individuals seeking employment opportunities. Tenhil is known for its excellent online HR solutions (e.g. stellenanzeigen.de or Kalaydo) and is committed to user-centricity. They provide high-reach online job markets, HR management software, and SaaS portal solutions across Germany and Austria. The Deliverables * Product and Strategy * UX/

With a mission to empower companies to embrace eco-conscious practices while driving cost savings, ecoplanet's visionary B2B energy platform built in collaboration with MVST, harnesses the power of smart meter data to optimize consumption rates. Through automated optimization measures and cutting-edge AI-driven procurement strategies tailored to each company's unique needs, we're paving the way for sustainable energy solutions. Here's how we've embarked on a journey for a more eco-friendly futur

Alaiko is leading a new era of e-commerce fulfillment, dedicated to empowering medium-sized businesses. With a blend of innovative technology, transparency, and affordability, Alaiko redefines e-commerce management, offering tools and insights to thrive in the digital marketplace. The Deliverables * Product and Strategy * UX/UI Design * SaaS Development The Challenge Partnering with MVST, together they tackle the challenges medium-sized businesses face in e-commerce operations. Existing

Through MVST's collaboration with Akina, we're proud to introduce revolutionary AI motion technology aimed at optimizing personalized physiotherapy sessions, all from the comfort of your home. The Deliverables * UX/UI Design * Web App Development * Mobile App Development * Website Development * MLOps and AI The Challenge In response to Akina's visionary goals, we embarked on a journey to develop digital solutions that revolutionize physiotherapy. Our task involved understanding and en

On a mission to empower individuals for climate neutrality, Paua and MVST forged a dynamic partnership. Together, they've crafted a digital solution that not only tracks energy consumption but also celebrates the transformative impact of every energy-saving achievement. The combination of hardware and innovative software makes way for a brighter and greener future. The Deliverables * Product and Strategy * UX/UI Design * Mobile Development The Challenges MVST undertook the design and de

With a bold vision, Agrilution, a food tech startup from Munich, empowers individuals to cultivate nutrient-rich greens in the comfort of their homes. Through the innovative Plantcube, anyone can now cultivate fresh vegetables and microgreens wherever they desire. The Deliverables * Product and Strategy * UX/UI Design * Mobile App Development The Challenge To simplify cultivation, the Plantcube comes equipped with several sensors, allowing users to control and monitor the system via an

Redcare Pharmacy (Shopapotheke) is a symbol of convenience and care, providing an extensive selection of medicines, supplies, and healthcare essentials. As Europe's leading online pharmacy, Redcare swiftly delivers vital medicines to your doorstep, ensuring your well-being is easily accessible. The Deliverables * Product and Strategy * UX/UI Design * Scaleable Design System for internal use * Web App Development (React / Next.js) for all their webshops (shop-apotheke.com) * Corporate Web

In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, Buycycle is making waves with its user-friendly platform for buying and selling high-quality used bicycles. As sustainability becomes a priority across industries, Buycycle is leading the charge in reimagining how people access and engage with bicycles, emerging as the largest marketplace for pre-owned bikes. The Deliverables * Product and Strategy * UX/UI Design * Mobile App Development * Web App Development The Challenge While we ass

Step into the future of health with CARE's innovative products! Through MVST's collaboration with the Swiss-based startup that embarked on its journey in October 2022, we bring you a pioneering longevity service offering professional blood analyses, rejuvenating infusions, and more in futuristic settings—all aimed at improving the often unseen aspects of health. MVST is particularly proud to have connected with CARE and financially invested in their seed round. Together, we're driven by a share

Our Identity MVST is a design and product development venture-building studio. And we pride ourselves on breaking away from the typical agency mold. Founded in 2019 by co-founders Niklas and Philipp, based in the vibrant MaxVorStadT district of Munich, Germany, we operate with a unique mindset and approach. With our offices in Munich and Barcelona, MVST combines the best of both worlds: The flow of the Isar river in Munich represents MVST's creativity and innovation, the liveliness and the sun

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