Revolve, is a startup focused on simplifying the process of buying and selling used cars through innovative AI-powered chat and listing tools. The company is in its early stages, aiming to disrupt the market by leveraging advanced technology to improve user experiences and streamline automotive transactions. Revolve has received backing from investors and is working toward a scalable product that aligns with market demands.
challenge
Revolve faced several challenges typical of early-stage startups:
➡️ Product Development: Starting with an alpha version of their product that had a subpar codebase
➡️ Operational Inefficiencies: Lack of structured processes, resulting in inconsistent product quality and development delays
➡️ Team Gaps: Missing key roles such as a dedicated QA engineer and UX/UI designer
➡️ Market Strategy: Struggling to finalize branding and effectively present the product to potential customers
➡️ Investor Pressure: Managing investor expectations for measurable results while maintaining focus on long-term product viability
solution
Coorva provided staff augmentation services to address Revolve's challenges. The team focused on:
✅ Building and improving the front-end user interface
✅ Introducing structured development workflows, including implementing automated tests and refining code standards
✅ UX/UI design to improve the product's usability and scalability
✅ Facilitating a simple onboarding process for investors to demonstrate product potential
Project Duration
The collaboration spanned several months, with ongoing iterative cycles. Key milestones included the completion of MVP features by October 2024 and subsequent enhancements leading to investor presentations and market tests.
Tools / Technologies
Roles
- Frontend Developer
- QA Automation Engineer
benefit
Coorva's involvement brought structure and efficiency to Revolve's development process, enhancing the quality of the product while meeting deadlines. The service aligned with Revolve's growth goals by:
✅ Accelerating the MVP delivery timeline
✅ Improving the product’s usability and performance
✅ Strengthening investor confidence through polished demonstrations and measurable results
results
Revolve experienced significant progress in both product and market strategy:
✅ Successfully launched MVP features, including user-friendly listings and payment integrations
✅ Increased usability and enhanced user experience through strategic UX/UI redesigns
✅ Positive feedback from investors, resulting in additional funding for further development
✅ Established a foundation for long-term scalability
