The Planter project tool represents a leap forward for professional landscape and garden design. Created to transform traditional gardening practices, Planter enables a seamless, efficient approach to plant management. This tool not only streamlines the workflow for gardeners and landscape designers but also ensures that every project adheres to the highest quality and sustainability standards. With Planter, professionals can expect a well-structured process that enhances their green spaces’ aesthetic and functional aspects.
About the Client
Planter Norden AB is a young company with the ambition to improve the processes and ways of working in the gardening industry. The company works closely with different target groups to determine their needs. It also cooperates with nursery schools to create an updated list of outdoor plants.
The platform was launched in January 2019 and has been developed into a comprehensive digital tool that contributes to sustainability through quality-assured deliveries, time savings, and value-added services for its customers.
The platform owners have worked together for the last five years and have various experiences, which is one key to success.
A summary of the opportunity and problem solved
Initially developed by a Swedish company between 2018 and 2020, the Planter platform began as a promising tool in the gardening and landscaping industry. The development team did commendable work, setting a solid foundation with their initial build. However, as the platform matured, the owner of Planter Norden AB identified a need for enhanced functionality and greater return on investment, prompting a search for a partner who could elevate the platform’s capabilities to the next level.
Enter Gislen Software AB. After a trial period where Planter Norden AB evaluated our expertise and service quality, they were convinced of our ability to boost the platform’s value significantly. They entrusted us with full responsibility for the development and enhancement of Planter. Our team at Gislen Software embarked on a comprehensive overhaul, prioritizing minimalism in design while expanding the platform’s feature set. We introduced a range of new functionalities, such as an intuitive user interface and streamlined project management tools, which have collectively enhanced user experience and operational efficiency.
Security improvements were paramount; we implemented a robust two-factor authentication system, enhancing user confidence and protecting sensitive data with app-generated codes. Moreover, recognizing the increasing need for accessibility and mobility in digital tools, we developed a completely new mobile application for Planter from the ground up. This mobile version not only broadens accessibility but also ensures that users can engage with the platform flexibly from anywhere, further enriching the user experience and extending the platform’s reach to a broader audience.
A summary of the solution
A senior business associate from Gislen Software collaborated closely with Planter Norden AB to conceptualise and build an agreement on the general requirements. Development was done using an agile process. The solution was functioning but required significant changes. It was built using jQuery technology to work on mobile devices. We are migrating the platform to react and prepare it for other expected new features and internationalisation.
Over the years, Gislen Software has helped to develop several impressive features that include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Two-factor authentication that uses an app code for secure login
- Floating license that enables connecting more than one user account for a license
- Copy project that clones a project and all its data
- The Admin screen has been redesigned to simplify license and user management
- Switch license to upgrade licence.
- Bulk import for users in education customers
- State maintenance for project tags
- Blooming chart: a downloadable PDF that pictorially describes the flowering seasons of plants
- User export that exports information for planter administrator
- Audit Logs that help the Planter admin monitor the application usage
- Image watermarking that protects Planter resources
Over the years, Planter’s original platform has been improved in various ways to create and add more user value.
Benefits gained and business value delivered to Planter Norden
Our collaboration with Planter Norden AB illustrates a powerful synergy between innovative gardening solutions and advanced software development. Through our sustained efforts, the Planter platform has evolved into a more robust, user-friendly tool that significantly enhances the productivity and creativity of its users. We at Gislen Software are committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the tech and gardening sectors, fostering environments where nature and technology thrive together.
For those interested in elevating their landscape projects or seeking dependable software solutions, Gislen Software stands ready to assist. Contact us today to explore how our expertise can bring your visions to life in digital landscape management. Planter Norden has found Gislen Software to be a provider, reliable, and fast on feedback throughout the process. Charlotte Ljungblad, Managing Director of Planter Norden AB, says: “The team at Gislen Software is always ready to understand, ask questions when they are hesitant to do anything, come with suggestions on deliverances, and are kind, understanding, and eager to learn and understand the Swedish way of working.”
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