Grade - Digital Products for Good

Thanks to Giulio for inviting me to share our experiences at Grade - Digital Products for Good on the journey to net zero. A key thing we've learnt is that engaging and educating our team on the 'why' (and then the 'how') has been massively important. I'm hesitant to not preach, so clear and informed training has been hugely beneficial, as we strive to become a better business. The other obvious positive is that we're now able to inform and influence our clients and suppliers to start or ramp up their journey to net zero. Great to sit on a panel with Rory Robertson , Georgie Eyre - took lots from listening to both of you. Thanks for FinTech Australia for putting on the event!

We're excited to share our recent work with Sprinkle Giving. Sprinkle is the home of flexible giving—a fun and simple fundraising app that matches donors to impactful charities, making it easy to manage your giving portfolio in one place. ? Mix and match—share the love and give to multiple trusted charities each month, choosing causes that matter most to you. ? Take the guesswork out of choosing—Sprinkle curates a list of trusted, impactful charities so you can give with confidence. ? No commitment, just joyful, flexible giving—adjust your donations anytime. To learn more about how we helped bring Sprinkle Giving to life stay tuned for our next case study, coming soon. And if you're ready to make a difference today check out the link in our comments, below. #Sprinkle #ShareTheLove #CharitableGiving #MadeByGrade

We’re excited to share Grade’s newly launched website for Rare Cancers Australia, a vital organisation that provides support, raises awareness, and drives research for rare and less common cancers. In the words of our founder and CEO Matt Bachle, "supporting organisations such as Rare Cancers Australia in achieving real impact is so fulfilling, and allows Grade - Digital Products for Good to do what it does best - distilling complexity into elegant and accessible web experiences… and empowering our client partners to grow alongside the digital platforms we deliver." It’s been an honour to support Rare Cancers Australia on this journey. A big thank you to James Mathews, Alicia Ballesty and the RCA team for entrusting us, and of course Kylie Hannaford and the team at Three Blocks Left - always a pleasure to collaborate! ?? Check out the new website here: https://lnkd.in/gKRNF846 #DigitalTransformation #NFP #Partnership #DigitalProductsForGood

?? Child Care workers deserve paid parental leave too! ?? Our friends over at SIX (Sustainable Investment Exchange) are gearing up to submit a resolution at G8 Education’s upcoming AGM, asking them to commit to following WGEA’s best practice guide to formulate a paid parental leave policy. To do this, they need 100 shareholders by the end of this month - could you be one of them? The SIX app makes it easy to buy shares in G8 Education to support this campaign – it could be the most impactful investment you can make this year. #caringforcarers #ethicalinvesting #paidparentalleave #partnership

?? Announcing Grade's Strategic Partnership with Rhubarb ?? Grade - Digital Products for Good is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Rhubarb Labs, a groundbreaking platform that combines AI with community-driven gardening to empower users to grow food at home. Launched in June 2024, Rhubarb is already making waves, offering a unique experience where technology meets human connection. Thanks to its participation in the prestigious Techstars accelerator, Rhubarb is expanding its reach in the US, Australia, and eyeing new opportunities in the UK. Rhubarb is more than just a garden-tracking app with an AI-powered gardening assistant. At the heart is Ruby, an intelligent AI that learns from the gardener’s unique environment and local community. Ruby combines personalised insights from gardener-provided data, soil conditions, and weather patterns with expert knowledge and understanding of nearby gardener data and local businesses. This results in tailored advice that helps gardeners be more successful. Rhubarb addresses the challenge of integrating technology with the very human act of growing food, merging AI with the wisdom of real people to create an intelligent, deeply personal experience.?It fosters collaboration within the community of home food growers, businesses, and experts. Whether providing recommendations on behalf of local garden centres, experts, or facilitating connections with businesses, Rhubarb's RubyAI strengthens human relationships while helping gardens thrive. Grade’s partnership with Rhubarb focuses on helping scale the platform while maintaining its core mission of meaningful community engagement. Together, Grade will help Rhubarb refine its growth strategy, expand its user base, and forge partnerships with local and global businesses. "We're thrilled to be teaming up with Grade”? said Whitney Klonsky, co-founder of Rhubarb. "I believe they'll help us create smart partnerships providing real value for the home growing ecosystem." Matt Bachle, CEO of Grade, shared: “Rhubarb is creating a unique space in the gardening world by blending technology with community. We’re excited to help them scale sustainably and ensure that they can continue to support gardeners with the right tools and connections.” This partnership is a significant step toward Rhubarb’s international growth and brand recognition. With Grade’s expertise in product strategy, marketing, and partnerships, Rhubarb is poised to make a lasting impact on the gardening community, offering smarter, more connected ways to grow food at home. Rhubarb couldn't be more timely—offering a sustainable, community-driven response to the growing fresh food crisis. With prices set to rise around the world for a multitude of reasons, Rhubarb will no doubt be part of the solution. To learn more, visit joinrhubarb.com. Interested in exploring how partnerships can drive growth? Reach out to [email protected] #sustainability #AI #agtech #digitalproductsforgood

? The Risks of Not Having a Strategic Roadmap ? 1. Lack of Direction Without a clear plan, teams may work on conflicting or low-priority tasks, leading to inefficiency and missed opportunities. 2. Misaligned Stakeholders Inconsistent communication and a lack of shared goals can result in misalignment between teams, decision-makers, and external partners. 3. Wasted Resources Inefficient resource allocation can result in time, money, and effort spent on initiatives that don’t deliver meaningful outcomes. 4. Inability to Adapt Without a roadmap, it’s harder to anticipate and respond to changes, leaving your organisation reactive instead of proactive. 5. Missed Opportunities A lack of strategic focus can result in missed chances to capitalise on market trends or address customer needs effectively. 6. Reduced Stakeholder Confidence Uncertainty and inconsistent messaging can erode trust among investors, funders, or internal stakeholders. ? Plotting Your Path: How Roadmaps Set You Up for Success ? A strategic roadmap serves as the backbone of an organisation’s vision, guiding decisions and aligning stakeholders. The result? Focus, alignment and a faster road to growth. Grade specialises in crafting strategic roadmaps that help organisations of all sizes avoid these risks and unlock their full potential. Whether you’re looking to prioritise key initiatives, align your teams, or communicate your vision with stakeholders, we’re here to help. Say [email protected] #StrategicRoadmap #Growth #MadeByGrade

??? Building Secure Digital Products from the Ground Up Security should be embedded into every stage of website and platform development. From secure coding practices to regular software updates and secure hosting environments, adopting a security-first mindset is essential for protecting digital assets. To learn about the evolving challenge of cybersecurity with practical steps for protecting digital assets, read more at -> https://lnkd.in/gs5EV2fd #DataProtection #SecureDevelopment #TechBestPractice #MadeByGrade

Grade - Digital Products for Good embarked on a transformative journey to reimagine the EV charging landscape through visual design. Grade delivered Charge HQ a fresh new look combining the brand’s foundational values of innovation and sustainability, supported by the creation of user-friendly visual assets the team could use to subtly improve the overall app experience over time. The results? ? Brand Identity Alignment: The new brand identity better reflects Charge HQ’s ethos, showcasing its core values and mission more clearly. ?Enhanced Website Design: The website’s updated look and feel are now more in tune with the brand’s vision, creating a seamless user experience. ? Stronger Community Connection: The refreshed brand identity has had a positive impact on Charge HQ’s community, strengthening their connection with users and stakeholders. ? Increased Confidence: The Charge HQ team feels more confident and empowered to promote their services and offerings, knowing the website aligns with their brand. ?Improved Online Presence: The updated branding has significantly boosted Charge HQ’s online visibility, making it easier for their audience to engage with them. View the work on the Grade site at https://lnkd.in/g34HQ-N5 #UI #Design #UX #Brand #CreativeDirection #Product #MadeByGrade

Empowering AVJennings with a Scalable, Future-Ready Digital Platform Partnering with AVJennings, Grade utilised Storyblok's headless CMS to develop a cutting-edge platform, instantly transforming digital engagement with early performance indicators such as: ?? 82% Reduction in Dead Clicks: Enhanced user navigation. ?? Improved SEO Rankings: Key community pages already appear on page one of Google search results. ?? Empowered Teams: Content updates and campaigns are now managed in-house. Commenting on the results, AVJennings' Digital and Creative Director Vinay Raja shared, “Improvement in user experience on mobile devices has been remarkable, and the technical foundation of the website is strong. Pages that were on page seven of Google are now on page one. This is a result we’ve never seen before.” Why Storyblok? Storyblok’s intuitive interface, scalability, and built-in SEO features were pivotal in delivering a platform that not only meets current needs but also enables AVJennings to adapt and innovate in the years to come. Grade - Digital Products for Good is proud to have been recognised as one of Storyblok's first official agency partners. To learn more about our work with Storyblok and the benefits a headless CMS can offer, say [email protected]

Great news Charge HQ!