Case studies

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Corporate / Enterprise

AI Email Quality Platform

Sidekwest built a two-part AI-powered email quality platform with the client: an Outlook Add-in for on-demand analysis and a Next.js analytics dashboard that monitors outbound emails org-wide via Microsoft Graph webhooks.

60.000+

Emails Analysed

AIMicrosoft 365Analytics
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IoT & Telecommunications / Embedded Systems

Router Monitoring & Update System

A purpose-built monitoring agent and over-the-air update pipeline for a fleet of LTE routers running OpenWrt - enabling live telemetry and remote firmware management across distributed client sites within the hard constraints of embedded hardware. Part of an ongoing rollout replacing 150+ legacy routers already in the field.

30+

Routers connected

8

monitoring scripts

Router TelemetryEmbedded SystemsBusiness Analyst
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Security

Multi-Region Corporate Website

A fully internationalised corporate website for a global security technology company, built alongside a Figma design team and delivered within a few months. Four regional domains, five languages, and 129 editor-controlled page blocks - all managed from a single Sanity Studio without requiring future developer involvement.

4

Regions served

5

Languages

EnterpriseMulti-regionNext.js
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IoT & Telecommunications

Connectivity Operations Dashboard

Built a full-stack SIM and router management platform for a connectivity provider - a Next.js dashboard integrated with a third-party cellular API presenting live data across 150+ sites

150+

Sites monitored

3

APIs integrated

IoTSim Management
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Marketing and Advertising

Building The Technical Division for Hotseat

Hotseat is a leading Cape Town-based marketing and advertising agency known for delivering high-impact creative campaigns. To stay competitive and offer end-to-end services to their clients, Hotseat decided to expand beyond traditional marketing into full digital development services too.

12

Projects

Shopify Full Stack Development Consulting
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Telecommunications

Audio Submission & Community Campaign Platform

Built a campaign submission platform and data reporting toolkit for a South African fiber internet provider. Users uploaded original audio tracks as part of a national music competition, while the client gained full visibility into campaign performance through a suite of SQL-driven data exports.

50

Submissions

CloudflareAudio UploadData Analytics
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Telecommunications

Storefront UI - Figma to HTML

Translated a Figma design into clean HTML and CSS for a client's in-house Blazor team to use as a blueprint for their eSIM storefront.

6

Pages created

FigmaReactUI Implementation
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Luxury Jewellery

Enabling Ecommerce Operations for Philippa Green

Philippa Green is a renowned Cape Town-based jewellery designer specialising in bold, sculptural, handmade statement pieces. With an all-female team, they create ethical, one-of-a-kind jewellery rooted in personal expression and ship worldwide from their Cape Town studio.

ShopifyPayments Consulting
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Luxury Jewellery

Optimising the Shopify Experience for High End Jewellery store

This high-end South African jewellery brand is known for its elegant, timeless pieces and exceptional craftsmanship. With a strong focus on direct-to-consumer sales, their Shopify store is central to their customer experience and brand storytelling.

430+

Products

145+

Collections

ShopifyConsulting
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E-Services

Delivering Robust Development for Check My Reg

Check My Reg is a UK-based online platform that provides instant, reliable vehicle history checks. Users can enter any UK registration number to access MOT history, tax status, and detailed vehicle reports powered by official DVLA & DVSA data.

WordpressAPI Integration
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HR & Recruitment

Company Review & Vacancy Platform

OurWorkLife is a South African platform connecting job seekers and employees with transparent employer insights. Users can browse verified company profiles, read and leave reviews, and apply for roles across a single cohesive platform built to serve both individuals and businesses.

40+

Pages

80+

Users Imported

SaasCompany ReviewsJob Board
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Luxury Jewellery

Elevating the Shopify Platform for Ethica Diamonds

Ethica Diamonds is a premium jewellery brand specialising in ethical, lab-grown diamonds and gemstones. They craft exquisite engagement rings, wedding bands, and fine jewellery with a strong focus on sustainability, quality, and exceptional customer experience through their elegant Shopify ecommerce store.

831+

Products

ShopifyCloudflareDesign
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Furniture and Interior Design

Scaling a Multi-Collection Shopify Store for HWDS

Hollywood Design Studio is a Cape Town-based interior design brand offering bespoke furniture, soft furnishings, and curated paint collections. Their Shopify store serves as both a product catalogue and direct sales channel, supporting a growing range of premium home décor products sold to design-conscious customers locally and internationally.

110+

Products

30+

Collections

Shopify ConsultingDistribution
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Wellness Supplement

Enhancing the Shopify Experience for Fruitful Vitamins

Fruitful Vitamins is a UK-based wellness brand specialising in science-backed, clean, and vegan supplements formulated to support fertility, pregnancy, and postnatal health. With a focus on high-quality ingredients and real fertility journeys, they deliver premium nutritional products through their Shopify ecommerce store.

Supplements Integration
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