ChemCloud

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  • 2024

  • Digital
    Apps and Software

Designed By:

Commissioned By:

Paloma Group & ChemCloud

Designed In:

Australia

Despite driving innovation across every market, the chemical industry has maintained outdated ways of working for decades. In this modern industry, the majority of procurement is still done manually. Hours are spent sifting through emails, chasing deliveries, juggling phone calls, and managing orders and quotes in paper form.


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  • CHALLENGE
  • SOLUTION
  • IMPACT
  • As a result, chemical buyers and suppliers often waste time on administrative tasks instead of focusing on innovation. A new wave of chemical engineering is unearthing a myriad of sustainable technologies that contribute towards achieving a Net Zero future. However, many buyers are preoccupied with sourcing inputs from their existing suppliers instead of seeking out new suppliers with sustainable alternatives.

  • Palama developed the platform through a pragmatic, iterative process. Customer interviews guided feature validation and ensured functionality aligned with user preferences. The goal was an intuitive interface suitable for customers accustomed to emails and spreadsheets, simplifying procurement nuances. Alongside product design, we established a distinctive visual identity and marketing website to differentiate ChemCloud in the industry. Prioritising a sleek, contemporary look with gradients and illustrations to enhance aesthetics while maintaining usability. ChemCloud’s identity balances tech innovation with a welcoming atmosphere for the average customer.

  • To this day, ChemCloud is continuously improving and evolving – it’s now a fully-fledged platform that now services hundreds of requests per month. Buyers can manage all procurement in a central place, compare quotes from different suppliers, then check out, pay and track orders online. Suppliers can create 1-click quotes, enjoy streamlined payments and have delivery taken care of. With this streamlined procurement process, ChemCloud customers can now spend less time on the admin of running their business, and more time focusing on innovation that will power a more sustainable future.