A marketplace idea to test
You see a niche for a platform, but need to test demand from sellers and buyers before investing in a full product.
Marketplace
A platform both sides trust
We build marketplaces around the business model. Sellers, buyers and the platform get value from the first transaction.
Growth outpaces the platform
Sellers and orders multiply, moderation and payouts are manual, and the platform slows down at peak times.
Ready-made engine limits
The marketplace runs on an off-the-shelf script, and every new business rule turns into a workaround.
Business model: commissions, subscriptions, payouts, seller rules
MVP scope: the minimum needed for the first transactions
Seller accounts: products, orders, analytics, payouts
Buyer experience: search, filters, reviews, checkout
Split payments and payouts via Stripe Connect or other providers
Moderation of sellers, products and reviews
Admin panel, reports and a scalable architecture
PROCESS
[ 01 ]free · 30 min
[ 02 ]14 business days
[ 03 ]scoped per project
[ 04 ]ongoing, monthly cycle
From request to result
[ 01 ]free · 30 minClarity Session
We discuss the model, the niche and which side of the market to start with. You leave with a draft MVP scope. No sales pitch.
[ 02 ]14 business daysDiscovery and prototype
Business rules, journeys for both sides and a prototype. You get a timeline and cost for the MVP.
[ 03 ]scoped per projectMVP development
We build the MVP with payments and moderation. Demos every two weeks, so scope doesn't creep.
[ 04 ]ongoing, monthly cycleLaunch and growth
Launch, first transactions, analytics and new features based on data from both sides.
Frequently asked questions
and answers
How is a marketplace different from an online store?+
An online store sells its own products. A marketplace connects many sellers with buyers and earns from commissions or subscriptions. That means seller accounts, split payments, payouts, moderation and dispute rules, which makes the architecture and legal side much more complex.
Should we start with an MVP?+
Almost always. The main risk of a marketplace is the chicken-and-egg problem: sellers come for buyers and buyers come for sellers. An MVP tests whether you can attract both sides before you invest in a full platform.
How are payments to sellers handled?+
Through payment providers that support split payments, such as Stripe Connect. The buyer pays once, the platform keeps its commission and the rest goes to the seller. The provider handles much of the compliance, but the legal model must be agreed before development.
Can we launch on a ready-made solution?+
Sometimes, for a quick test. Ready-made engines save time at the start but limit custom business rules. We compare options for your model and plan an architecture that won't need a full rewrite as you grow.
THE FINAL STEP TOWARD A SYSTEMReady to turn growth
Ready to turn growth
into predictability?
Start with a free 30-minute Clarity Session.
