brings years of enterprise software engineering experience, human-centric UI/UX design, and agile product development to companies worldwide, backed by dozens of verified 5-star client reviews. In this Client Review Spotlight, we showcase our ongoing partnership with Skoon, an innovator operating out of Rotterdam, Netherlands. Skoon required a specialized software engineering partner to build a custom digital platform from the ground up, and we delivered a scalable solution that established them as an industry pioneer.

Skoon faced the complex business challenge of launching a world-first marketplace for clean energy on demand. To capture this emerging market, they needed a development team with established structures, robust technical capabilities, and rapid deployment readiness. We integrated directly into Skoon's organization as an extended development team, delivering an end-to-end custom marketplace along with essential adjacent software solutions.

Client Profile:

• Client Name: Peter Paul van Voorst tot Voorst
• Client Title: Founder
• Company:Skoon
• Industry:Maritime, Energy & Natural Resources
• Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
• Project Scope:Custom Software Development & Support (Sep. 2018–Ongoing)

Verified Clutch Scorecard: 5/5 Star

• Overall Score: 5.0 / 5.0
• Quality: 4.5 / 5.0
• Schedule: 5.0 / 5.0
• Cost: 4.5 / 5.0
• Would Refer: 5.0 / 5.0

How Does Lizard Global Deliver Custom Software Services as an Extended Team?

We structure our development engagements to serve as an extended arm of our clients' core teams, taking complete ownership of software quality and delivery speed. For Skoon, we provided dedicated cross-functional software engineering support, establishing end-to-end design, development, and long-term technical support for their custom platform. We managed the architectural direction, web app execution, and continuous infrastructure maintenance to guarantee high uptime and operational stability.

"Lizard Global acts as an extension of the development team. They've developed and currently support a marketplace platform along with other adjacent software solutions." ~ Peter Paul van Voorst tot Voorst, Founder, Skoon

Our team collaborated with Skoon’s leadership to ensure that every feature alignment matched their business goals. We established dedicated full-stack development resources that adapted directly to evolving commercial requirements. This structured approach allowed Skoon to focus on commercial scaling while we handled the technical foundation, backend integration, and front-facing interface optimization.

What Problem Did Skoon Face in Building Their Clean Energy Marketplace?

The energy sector faced a growing requirement for on-demand clean power solutions, yet no digital platform existed to facilitate mobile battery sharing efficiently. Skoon set out to solve this issue by introducing the world's first marketplace for clean energy on demand. However, creating a platform of this scale required sophisticated engineering expertise, real-time inventory management capabilities, and immediate technical velocity.

Building a platform in a new market presented technical risks. Skoon needed to avoid the delays associated with recruiting an internal software development department from scratch. They required an established vendor with mature development processes, clear project governance, and rapid technical execution. Without a technical partner ready to build, Skoon risked losing their competitive timing advantage in the clean energy market.

Why Did Skoon Select Lizard Global as Their Software Development Partner?

Skoon evaluated potential engineering vendors based on alignment, technical experience, and corporate culture. They needed a technology partner that offered transparent collaboration, energetic team dynamics, and genuine product alignment. We stood out during the selection process because our team offered a passion for innovation combined with a structured methodology.

"Based on the people, the characters of those working at Lizard. Open, cooperative and passionate for the product." ~ Peter Paul van Voorst tot Voorst, Founder, Skoon

We established immediate rapport by demonstrating how our agile software engineering practices could accelerate Skoon's roadmap. Our cooperative approach ensured that Skoon gained full visibility into development cycles and strategic architecture planning. Skoon recognized that our software developers, digital strategists, and designers would join their journey as invested stakeholders rather than distant transactional vendors.

What Was the Technical Scope and Implementation Process for the Marketplace?

We executed the project through structured two-week agile development sprints to guarantee continuous deployment, high software stability, and predictable iteration timelines. Our cross-functional technical team included a dedicated Product Owner (PO), skilled Backend (BE) engineers, intuitive Frontend (FE) developers, and specialized UI/UX designers. The PO served as the central point of contact, maintaining alignment between Skoon’s executive team and our engineering staff.

• Dedicated Product Ownership: Single point of contact overseeing sprint backlogs and release schedules.
• Full-Stack Engineering: Robust backend system architecture paired with responsive frontend user interfaces.
• Custom UI/UX Design: Human-centric design workflows prioritizing user engagement and intuitive booking workflows.
• Agile Sprint Structure: Predictable two-week delivery cycles allowing flexibility and continuous quality assurance.
• Adjacent Software Solutions: Custom web applications and utility modules built to support marketplace growth.

We integrated human-centered research into the product architecture, ensuring that both battery suppliers and energy consumers could navigate the platform effortlessly. Our backend engineers constructed custom APIs, relational databases, and secure data handling mechanisms to process marketplace transactions reliably. Meanwhile, our frontend engineers translated designs into interactive UI components, establishing a scalable digital environment.

How Did Lizard Global Manage Project Execution and Communication?

We managed project workflows using clear, transparent digital tools to keep the client fully informed at every stage of the lifecycle. Our Product Owner organized tasks, features, and technical debt in Trello while maintaining code integrity and version control within GitHub repositories. We maintained real-time communication through Slack channels, allowing developers, designers, and Skoon’s founders to collaborate instantly.

"PO manages Trello and Git, communication through Slack, very effective. The continuous passion for our product and personal involvement in the team are impressive." ~ Peter Paul van Voorst tot Voorst, Founder, Skoon

This operational framework reduced miscommunication and accelerated approval cycles across all sprint phases. Our engineering team maintained active daily interactions with Skoon, offering complete transparency into code progress and potential roadblocks. While the client noted that we could enhance structured feedback loops for long-term reporting, they acknowledged our commitment to optimizing our processes constantly.

What Measurable Results and Outcomes Did Skoon Achieve?

Working with Lizard Global enabled Skoon to achieve immediate business success and stand out in the green technology ecosystem. By leveraging our engineering framework, Skoon deployed their software platform rapidly without sacrificing code quality or stability.

• First-to-Market Position: Skoon successfully launched the world's first clean energy battery sharing marketplace.
• Rapid Deployment: The software platform went live within a tight timeframe thanks to development speed.
• Flawless Schedule Execution: Skoon awarded Lizard Global a perfect 5.0/5.0 score for schedule adherence.
• High Referral Willingness: Skoon gave Lizard Global a 5.0/5.0 rating for client satisfaction and referral trust.

"First in the world to launch, thanks to the speed of the development team." ~ Peter Paul van Voorst tot Voorst, Founder, Skoon

Our development execution provided Skoon with a scalable technical asset that continues to support their long-term growth strategies. By establishing an agile software foundation, Skoon gained the ability to add new features, adjust to market demands, and scale their platform infrastructure smoothly. Our team continues to support Skoon’s digital ecosystem, keeping their technology optimized, secure, and ready for market growth.

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