Bits'n'Bites Mobile Application

Our team was inspired to create an app designed to enhance authentic human connections in business. We envisioned recreating the experience of chatting around a table, enjoying drinks and snacks while discussing business. Our focus is on fostering personal connections.

For instance, if you work in HR and need to hire people, you could use the app at a job fair to connect with potential employees. You would share personal updates and internal information about activities like a football game the team organised or fun events you hosted for your team.

On the other hand, imagine your potential employee receiving these updates. When they are ready to change jobs, they would have your personal contact and enough knowledge about you to feel confident in reaching out.

Some people say they do business best around a glass of wine. A genuine connection is far more meaningful than a thousand unsolicited emails, and we wanted to experiment with fostering this connection.

We aimed to create a light, enjoyable atmosphere for communicating with people you know, where exchanging ideas in an informal environment is a pleasure. Bright colours help keep the conversation relaxed and enjoyable, adding a personal touch to each interaction.

We explicitly chose not to use AI, as we believe in the value of authentic human connection. Our design is simple yet colourful, light, and stimulating to the senses.

I am very happy to announce that our mobile application has been approved to participate in the startup program at Web Summit this November. We are eager to test our idea and gather feedback from the community and investors.

While we are uncertain about the outcomes, we are thrilled about the real-life connections we will create at the event. We hope to soon nurture these connections within our mobile application, further enhancing its value.

When we started working on the Bits'n'Bites Mobile App, our team at More By Us wanted to make sure we kept things real. The idea was to use technology to help people connect better, not to get in the way of genuine interactions.We got the whole team involved, from our seasoned designers to our stakeholders, and talked a lot about what makes conversations meaningful, both online and offline. We wanted our app to be easy for anyone to use, whether they’re tech-savvy or not, so we listened to lots of different people to make sure we were on the right track.The app itself is pretty straightforward to use. It has a friendly look and feel, making you feel like you're stepping into a coffee shop where everyone knows your name. We added features like customizable profiles and real-time connections during events to help people kick off chats that feel natural and engaging.This blend of simplicity and warmth is what got Bits'n'Bites noticed and appreciated, even earning us the A' Design Award. Our main aim was always clear: to make sure technology brings us closer, not keeps us apart.

For the Bits'n'Bites Mobile App, our research really highlighted how much people were craving real, genuine connections. We talked to lots of potential users and found that while they appreciated the quickness that AI and tech bring to communication, they didn’t want it to take over the whole experience. They were looking for something that felt more personal and less automated.What really struck us was how many people missed the simple joys of chatting over coffee or sharing a meal. They wanted the tech to help them get there, not replace it. So, we decided to make sure our app helped set the stage for those real-life meetups rather than feeling like you're just chatting with a machine.This insight led us to design features that encourage more personal interaction, like connections based on interests that help start deeper conversations, and settings that encourage users to meet up in person. We really focused on making the tech thoughtful and helpful, without letting it get in the way of a good, old-fashioned chat.

When we set out to design the interface for the Bits'n'Bites Mobile App, we wanted it to be intuitive and simple, yet fully equipped to meet the needs of business professionals. Our goal wasn’t to outdo everyone else; instead, we aimed to integrate with the most popular tech platforms already being used. This way, we could add value without pulling users too far from their comfort zones.Our team took a very user-centered approach to this challenge. We started by mapping out the key features business professionals need, like networking options, event calendars, and direct messaging. Then, we looked at how people were using existing platforms and figured out how to make those interactions smoother and more natural in our app.We focused on designing a clean, easy-to-navigate interface. This meant big, clear buttons, straightforward menus, and a layout that feels familiar from the moment you open the app. By integrating with platforms our users were already comfortable with, we made sure they could jump right in without having to learn a whole new system from scratch.Ultimately, by respecting our users' habits and preferences, we created an app that doesn’t just try to be better than the rest—it complements and enhances the digital tools they’re already using, making networking a breeze.