Please tell us about yourself in the context of your software and give a brief intro to the software.
I’m Igor, the CEO of Gruntify. With a background in IT and GIS, I’ve spent my career helping organisations streamline operations through smart technology. Gruntify was born out of a need to simplify mission-critical fieldwork for asset-intensive industries.
Gruntify is a no-code workflow builder that helps organisations digitise and automate their operational processes. Built with location intelligence (GIS), it features drag-and-drop form and report builders, real-time data collection, and seamless integration with tools like Power BI and Excel. Designed for scalability, Gruntify empowers teams to work smarter, faster, and more efficiently—whether in the field or the office.
What was the core reason behind developing this software?
The core reason behind developing Gruntify was to solve a recurring problem I encountered while working in the industry. Time and again, we were building custom software solutions for field operations - often with similar functionality. These projects were costly for clients and carried significant risk due to the complexity and uncertainty of software development.
I started Gruntify to change that. By creating a no-code platform, we’ve eliminated the need for expensive, high-risk custom development. Instead of waiting months or years for a solution, organisations can now get up and running in days or weeks, dramatically reducing costs and risks while improving efficiency.
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Please tell us about yourself in the context of your software and give a brief intro to the software.
I’m Igor, the CEO of Gruntify. With a background in IT and GIS, I’ve spent my career helping organisations streamline operations through smart technology. Gruntify was born out of a need to simplify mission-critical fieldwork for asset-intensive industries.
Gruntify is a no-code workflow builder that helps organisations digitise and automate their operational processes. Built with location intelligence (GIS), it features drag-and-drop form and report builders, real-time data collection, and seamless integration with tools like Power BI and Excel. Designed for scalability, Gruntify empowers teams to work smarter, faster, and more efficiently—whether in the field or the office.
What was the core reason behind developing this software?
The core reason behind developing Gruntify was to solve a recurring problem I encountered while working in the industry. Time and again, we were building custom software solutions for field operations - often with similar functionality. These projects were costly for clients and carried significant risk due to the complexity and uncertainty of software development.
I started Gruntify to change that. By creating a no-code platform, we’ve eliminated the need for expensive, high-risk custom development. Instead of waiting months or years for a solution, organisations can now get up and running in days or weeks, dramatically reducing costs and risks while improving efficiency.
How is your software different from other alternatives available in the market? How does it benefit your customers?
Gruntify stands out from other solutions by delivering the best user experience at a highly competitive price - and in record time. As I mentioned earlier, traditional custom-built CMMS software is costly, risky, and slow to deploy. Gruntify eliminates those challenges with a no-code platform that gets organisations up and running in days or weeks, not months or years.
Beyond speed and affordability, Gruntify is built for real-world field operations. It works offline in areas with no internet connectivity, ensuring uninterrupted workflows. It also offers advanced mapping and GPS tracking capabilities, giving organisations full visibility and control over their assets and teams, no matter where they are.
Which industries do you cover in general? Are there any specific industries that are more beneficial using your software?
Gruntify serves a range of industries, including Government, Energy and Mining, Utilities, and Facilities Management / Asset Management. These sectors are particularly well-suited to our software because they rely heavily on field operations, asset tracking, and real-time data collection. Our platform helps streamline workflows, improve decision-making, and increase operational efficiency, making it especially beneficial for organisations in these industries.
What are the core features of your software that make your product stand out in the competitive market?
The core features that make Gruntify stand out in the competitive market are its high levels of no-code configuration and automation, combined with powerful location intelligence (GIS). These features make our platform incredibly user-friendly and visually appealing, allowing clients to customise workflows without the need for technical expertise.
In addition to its ease of use, Gruntify offers real-time data collection, offline functionality, and advanced mapping and GPS tracking capabilities, ensuring that teams can operate effectively even in remote areas. The ability to rapidly deploy and scale solutions within days or weeks, coupled with our competitive pricing, further differentiates Gruntify from other alternatives on the market.
How do you justify the value of your software compared to its cost?
We justify the value of Gruntify by focusing on its ability to free up a single full-time resource within the business. By automating time-consuming fieldwork processes, our software enables teams to work more efficiently and reduces the need for manual effort. This often results in an instant return on investment, as the time and resources saved can be redirected to more strategic tasks. The overall cost savings and productivity gains significantly outweigh the initial investment, making Gruntify a cost-effective solution for organisations looking to optimise their operations.
How will you keep up with new technology and customer requirements?
We keep up with new technology and customer requirements by first and foremost listening to our customers’ feedback. This ensures that we’re constantly evolving based on real-world needs. Additionally, we partner with Microsoft, which allows us to stay on the cutting edge of technology and ensure our platform remains highly relevant to our users. Through these collaborations and insights, we can quickly adapt to new trends and deliver solutions that meet the ever-changing demands of our customers.
Where will you see your software in the next 10 years, and what are your future plans for that?
Gruntify is still a relatively young company, but we see great potential in the future. As the need for Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and automation of fieldwork continues to grow, particularly with the integration of AI and machine learning, our platform is well-positioned to become even more relevant. Over the next 10 years, we plan to expand Gruntify’s capabilities, adding even more value by leveraging these technologies to further streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and improve the overall user experience. The future is promising, and we are excited to continue evolving alongside industry demands.
What steps are you taking to adapt your product for a mobile-driven world?
Gruntify is already a mobile-first application, designed to operate seamlessly on native mobile apps for both iOS and Android. This ensures that our users can access and manage their workflows anytime, anywhere, even in remote locations with limited or no internet connectivity. By prioritising mobile functionality, we are able to deliver a flexible, on-the-go solution that adapts to the needs of a mobile-driven world.
What are your efforts for maintaining software integrity and regulatory compliance?
We take software integrity and regulatory compliance very seriously. Currently, we are undergoing the ISO 27001 certification process to further strengthen our data security practices. Additionally, Gruntify is already GDPR compliant, ensuring that we handle customer data responsibly and in line with privacy regulations. To further safeguard our platform, we conduct annual penetration testing to identify and address potential vulnerabilities. These efforts are part of our commitment to providing a secure and compliant solution for our customers.
Could you explain how you create and sustain healthy relationships with your customers?
We create and sustain healthy relationships with our customers through consistent communication and a customer-first approach. Our customer churn is nearly zero, and for good reason. For each of our enterprise clients, we establish a bi-weekly meeting regime to ensure ongoing dialogue and understanding of their needs. We also implement a Jira-based ticketing system, with daily triage of incoming tickets, to address any issues quickly. Additionally, we offer clients insights into our product roadmap and encourage them to provide feedback on features that are most important to them. Sometimes, we adjust our priorities based on their input, ensuring our solution evolves in line with their needs.
What is the biggest challenge that you have faced, and how did you overcome it to make your software successful?
The biggest challenge we've faced was growing the company from scratch without any external funding. This required us to be extremely focused and capital efficient, making sure every decision and resource allocation was strategically planned to maximise impact. By staying disciplined and prioritising our core objectives, we were able to build a strong foundation, develop a valuable product, and continue to scale sustainably. This focus and efficiency have been key factors in making Gruntify successful, enabling us to deliver a high-quality solution without compromising on our vision.