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Cloud9 Technologies
A disruptive VOIP investment trading system big banks are betting on.
An Inside Glimpse Into the Product Development of Cloud9's VOIP System and Wideband Handset
Background & Design Requirements
Cloud9 Technologies came to Design 1st wanting a develop a mission-critical communications smart keyboard that connects with Cloud9’s platform for voice-enabled trading.
- Intuitive user experience for real-time audio phone calls
- On-demand, instant connectivity for fast-paced trading
- Complete custom VOIP phone system blending design, electronics, and user interface built from the ground up.
Product Design Challenges
Implementing Design 1st’s proven process, the team was able to overcome several obstacles to:
- Design and engineering of a custom wideband audio headset for HD voice real-time calls
- Seamless integration of custom electronics into Cloud9's existing software platform
- Meet Cloud9's timeline constraint to get a fully-functional working prototype ready in nine months
Project Results
Through creativity and technical understanding, the Design 1st team developed a world class VOIP phone system.
- Cloud9 raised $61.5 million in funding over four rounds to bring their VOIP phone system to market
- Setup a global supply chain for component sourcing, manufacturing, and assembly
- The Cloud9 VOIP system won over a dozen awards and is used by major banks across the world
From $65m Funded Startup to Global-Leading VOIP Financial Trading Platform Acquired by Symphony
“Design 1st’s designers and engineers brought a deep understanding of telecom technology, wideband audio and production development to help us develop a world-class VOIP platform for our financial trading users. On top of this, the team helped guide us through supplier selection, manufacturing, and post-launch production support”
Leo Papadopoulos
CIO and Founder, Cloud9 Technologies
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