Project Details
Case Study: OSBB.work - A Housing Cooperative Management System (Internal Startup).
- project type: Internal SaaS Startup by Waterhouse Investment OÜ
- product: OSBB.work
The Problem
Managing housing cooperatives traditionally involves fragmented processes, often leading to chaos. Outdated record-keeping, poor communication channels between management and residents, lack of financial transparency, and inefficient decision-making processes hinder effective community management. Residents frequently feel uninformed, while board members face challenges in maintaining transparency and accountability.
Our Solution
Recognizing these challenges, Waterhouse Investment OÜ initiated and developed its own startup project – OSBB.work. This is a modern, digital platform specifically designed to streamline and optimize the multifaceted operations of housing cooperatives and HOAs. The solution provides a comprehensive management system accessible via:
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+(48) 57 601 85 88
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A feature-rich web platform primarily for administrators/managers.
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A dedicated user-friendly mobile application designed specifically for
residents, focusing on communication, access to information, and interaction.
This dual interface ensures efficient and transparent interaction for all parties involved.
Key Features
- For Managers (via Web Platform):
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Create and manage housing cooperative structures and individual residential units.
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Maintain comprehensive resident databases.
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Automate billing processes, track payments, and generate financial
reports.
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Communicate effectively with residents through integrated chats and
announcement systems.
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Organize and conduct official votes and polls within the
cooperative.
- For Residents (Primarily via Mobile App):
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Access personal account statements, view invoices, and potentially make payments.
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Track cooperative expenses against the budget for enhanced transparency.
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Receive important updates, news, and announcements directly on their mobile devices.
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Participate in cooperative governance by voting on important issues.
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Communicate easily with neighbors and management through built-in chat features.
Key Features
OSBB.work was built using a modern technology stack chosen for its speed, security, and scalability. The Waterhouse Investment OÜ team meticulously designed both the robust backend infrastructure and the intuitive UI/UX for both the web platform and the mobile application, ensuring a seamless and positive user experience across devices.
Outcome
Initially conceived potentially as an internal tool or proof-of-concept, OSBB.work has successfully evolved into a scalable Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform. The platform, including its essential resident mobile app, is now actively helping housing cooperatives in multiple cities operate with significantly improved efficiency, transparency, communication, and democratic participation. It stands as a successful internal venture for Waterhouse Investment OÜ.
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