Worx Squad Breaks Through Hybrid Work Challenges
We build a remote working app for Worxsquad featuring immersive 3D meeting rooms and dynamic 2D virtual offices, powered by our efficient tech stack.
How We Developed a Hybrid Remote Working App to Boost Collaboration and Efficiency
The rise of hybrid work models has created a challenge for businesses: managing communication, engagement, and tasks across geographically dispersed teams. Worx Squad addresses this by providing an all-in-one solution that eliminates the need for multiple tools and brings a sense of community among remote and in-office employees. The client wanted to bring up productivity, streamline workflows, and reduce collaboration costs for businesses of all sizes by building such an app.
PlatformsWeb and Desktop App
Duration24 weeks
IndustryEnterprise
On the technical side, we focused on building a robust and scalable platform
Partnership Goal
The COVID-19 pandemic fundamentally shifted the way we work, forcing businesses to adapt to a more distributed and hybrid work model. This presented a challenge: how to maintain collaboration, engagement, and productivity amidst a dispersed workforce.
Before
- Teams struggle to collaborate and feel distant.
- Inefficient methods for project updates and discussions.
- Lack of tools for managing tasks & sharing resources.
After
- Streamlined communication & project management for remote teams.
- Fosters team spirit despite physical distance.
- Interactive features keep teams motivated.
- Efficient workflows boost team output.
Team Formation
Building Worx Squad wasn't just about writing code, it was about teamwork. We, a dedicated team of engineers with diverse expertise in web and app development, came together under the guidance of an experienced project manager. We tackled unique challenges head-on, ensuring a seamless user experience for hybrid teams.
These challenges included managing the development of massive, complex modules, optimizing data handling for our vast database, and crafting immersive virtual experiences. We utilized Konva.js to build dynamic 2D virtual rooms, replicating the in-office experience.
Additionally, we implemented cutting-edge 3D technology for realistic 3D meeting rooms, fostering a sense of presence in video conferences. Through collaboration and expertise, we bridged the gap between technical hurdles and user experience, contributing significantly to the success of Worx Squad.
audio & video mins usage in first 2 weeks of beta launch
reduction in collaboration costs
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audio & video mins usage in first 2 weeks of beta launch
reduction in collaboration costs
Our Partnership
We teamed up with our client to build Worx Squad, an app that helps teams work together even when they're not in the same place. We used our app-building skills to create a platform with lots of useful and exciting features that have already helped over 10,000 people work better together in just 6 months!
Chat & Video Calls
Talk face-to-face with anyone on your team, anytime, with built-in video and audio calls. No need for multiple apps!
Stay on Top of Tasks
Easily assign, manage, and track tasks for your projects, ensuring everyone knows what to do and keeps moving forward.
Share & Collaborate
Share documents and files directly within the app, making collaboration smoother and avoiding confusion about where things are stored.
Build Team Spirit
Recognize achievements, create a fun online space to connect with colleagues, and even access resources on employee wellbeing - all within Remotely!
What happened next
We're proud to be part of making hybrid work easier for businesses and their teams with Worxsquad, an all-in-one app. In just 6 months, over 10,000 people have downloaded the app! Users love it: nearly 8 out of 10 feel closer to colleagues, and teams are working 20% better together and getting 15% more done!
Integrating the app with popular tools, gaining deeper insights into team performance, and optimizing the app for mobile devices are just some of the ways we're continuously improving the platform based on valuable user feedback and the ever-changing needs of hybrid work. We're glad to see these results, demonstrating how the app is helping hybrid teams thrive in the dynamic work landscape.
