Sneek Digital SRL

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Orbit4 Group Limited

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Orbit4 is a UK-based software platform that helps gym and fitness facility operators digitally manage their equipment assets, service ticketing, maintenance history and performance data to optimise operations and equipment lifecycle decisions

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Sneek Digital SRL to accomplish?

• Ongoing development, maintenance, and evolution of the Orbit4 platform to support business growth.

SOLUTION

How did you find Sneek Digital SRL?

Online Search

Why did you select Sneek Digital SRL over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Sneek Digital SRL were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Detailed Scope of Work & Platform Features Delivered

Maxi designed, architected, and developed the Orbit4 platform entirely from scratch, acting as Head Full Stack Developer and technical owner. He worked closely with the founder and CEO to turn product vision into a scalable, enterprise-grade platform used in live commercial environments.

Core Platform Architecture

- Designed and implemented the overall system architecture, database schema, and application structure to support long-term scalability and extensibility
- Built a secure, role-based authentication and permissions framework to support multiple user types and organisational structures
- Developed a modular codebase enabling continuous feature expansion without compromising platform stability

Dashboard & Reporting

- Built a dynamic dashboard providing real-time visibility of operational data, tickets, assets, and user activity
- Implemented configurable views and data aggregation to support different stakeholder needs
- Optimised dashboard performance for fast load times and responsive user interaction

Ticketing System

-Designed and developed a full-featured ticketing module to manage operational issues, service requests, and workflows
- Implemented ticket lifecycle management, status tracking, prioritisation, and audit trails
- Integrated internal ticketing logic with external systems to support seamless data exchange

Enterprise Integrations (Third-Party Systems)

-Architected and implemented robust API integrations with major enterprise platforms, including:

Zendesk

Salesforce

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)

Matrix Fitness proprietary CRM

- Ensured reliable data synchronisation, error handling, and security across all integrations
- Designed integration layers to allow new suppliers and systems to be added with minimal rework

Checklist Module

-Built a configurable checklist system to support operational compliance, recurring tasks, and procedural workflows
-Enabled checklist scheduling, completion tracking, and accountability across teams
-Designed the module to be flexible for use across multiple operational scenarios

Member Feedback Module

-Developed a member feedback and reporting module to capture user insights and service quality data
-Implemented structured data collection, storage, and reporting capabilities
-Integrated feedback into broader operational workflows to support continuous improvement

Asset Register

-Designed and implemented a comprehensive asset register to track physical assets, status, history, and related tickets
-Enabled asset-to-ticket relationships for improved issue tracking and maintenance oversight
-Optimised data structures to support long-term asset lifecycle management

Mobile App Connectivity via API

-Designed and built secure REST APIs to support mobile application connectivity with the Orbit4 platform
-Ensured consistent data access and business logic between web and mobile interfaces
-Implemented authentication, validation, and performance considerations for mobile usage

Ongoing Platform Evolution

Continuously enhanced platform features based on business needs and user feedback
Refactored and optimised code to manage technical debt and improve performance
Acted as a trusted technical advisor, contributing to product strategy and commercial decision-making
 
Summary

Maxi operated with full technical ownership of the Orbit4 platform, delivering a complex, integrated system that connects multiple enterprise tools, supports mobile applications, and manages real-world operational workflows. His work demonstrates deep full stack expertise, strong architectural thinking, and a rare ability to align technical execution with commercial objectives.

 
Maxi has been an outstanding partner and a key contributor to the success of Orbit4 Group Limited since September 2022. As Head Full Stack Developer, Maxi has played a central role in designing and building the Orbit4 platform, translating the founder’s vision and architectural direction into a robust, scalable, and commercially viable product.

Maxi is an exceptionally strong full stack PHP developer with a deep understanding of modern web architecture. He is articulate, diligent, and highly dependable, consistently delivering high-quality work while proactively solving complex technical challenges. What truly sets Maxi apart is his commercial awareness—he doesn’t just write clean code, he understands the business context behind every decision and optimizes for long-term value.

As the owner of Sneek Digital SRL, Maxi brings a level of professionalism and ownership that is rare. He communicates clearly, takes initiative, and works with genuine dedication to the success of the project. His ability to balance technical excellence with practical, business-focused thinking has made him an invaluable asset to Orbit4.

I would wholeheartedly recommend Maxi and Sneek Digital SRL to any company looking for a top-tier full stack developer and technology partner. He is reliable, highly skilled, and a pleasure to work with.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Improved platform stability and performance, ongoing feature delivery, and reliable support of a production system used daily by multiple clients and teams.

Following the delivery of the Orbit4 platform and its core feature set designed and built by Maxi, Orbit4 experienced a 162% increase in sales. The new platform significantly improved our ability to demonstrate value to prospective clients, support enterprise integrations, and scale operationally.

The features Maxi delivered—particularly the dashboard, ticketing system, asset register, enterprise integrations, and mobile API connectivity—directly enabled new commercial opportunities and shortened sales cycles. The platform’s stability, flexibility, and integration capability allowed Orbit4 to win larger, more complex clients that were previously out of reach.

Beyond revenue growth, the new system improved internal efficiency, data visibility, and customer experience, positioning Orbit4 as a credible, enterprise-grade technology provider in the market.

Maxi’s work was not just a technical success; it delivered clear, measurable commercial outcomes and played a pivotal role in Orbit4’s growth.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Maxi demonstrated a highly effective and reliable approach to project management throughout the engagement. He consistently delivered work on time and communicated clearly around priorities, timelines, and dependencies. Milestones were met as planned, and when requirements evolved, Maxi adapted quickly while maintaining delivery momentum.

He was highly responsive to our needs, proactive in identifying risks or technical constraints, and pragmatic in proposing solutions. Rather than simply executing tasks, Maxi engaged thoughtfully with requirements, offering improvements and alternatives that aligned with both technical best practices and commercial goals.

Communication was clear and efficient, with regular updates and fast turnaround on questions or change requests. Maxi operated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability, making him feel like an extension of our internal team rather than an external contractor.

Overall, his project management approach was structured, dependable, and well-suited to building and evolving a complex, business-critical platform.

What was your primary form of communication with Sneek Digital SRL?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What impressed us about Sneek Digital SRL was the combination of technical expertise and commercial understanding. Maxi doesn’t just build software to specification—he takes the time to understand the business problem, the end users, and the commercial objectives behind the platform.

His level of ownership is exceptional. From architecture decisions through to day-to-day execution, Maxi consistently acted as a long-term technology partner rather than a transactional service provider. He proactively identified opportunities to improve the platform, suggested better approaches, and balanced technical quality with speed to market.

It’s rare to find a full stack developer who is equally articulate, strategic, and hands-on. Maxi’s ability to design complex systems, integrate with enterprise platforms, and still deliver reliably makes Sneek Digital stand out as a company you can trust with mission-critical software.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Sneek Digital SRL could have done differently?

There are no major areas for improvement. If anything, as the platform and business scaled quickly, demand for Maxi’s time increased due to the level of trust placed in his expertise. Expanding capacity earlier or adding additional development resources around him could have accelerated delivery in certain phases.

That said, this was largely a reflection of Maxi’s high standards and hands-on approach rather than a shortcoming. Quality, reliability, and architectural integrity were always prioritised, which ultimately benefited the long-term success of the platform.

Overall, Sneek Digital SRL consistently exceeded expectations, and we would not hesitate to work with them again