From vision to MVP in 90 days: How a startup partnered with PowerGate Software to launch fast and win big
For startup founders, execution speed can mean the difference between success and failure. The ability to quickly transform a raw idea into a working product isn’t just a competitive edge, it’s survival. However, speed alone isn’t enough. You need focus, discipline, a solid product strategy, and above all, the right partner.
This is the story of how a promising startup, struggling after a failed product launch, rebooted its vision and went from concept to market-ready MVP in just 90 days with PowerGate Software, a global product studio based in Vietnam.
A race against time that changed everything
The startup had already tried once. Their internal team built a mobile app using IONIC 4, but progress stalled. With technical setbacks and growing time pressure, the founders realized it was time to pivot and seek outside expertise.
They flew to Hanoi in search of a partner who could move quickly, without sacrificing quality. That’s when PowerGate stepped in.
From the first conversation, the PowerGate Software team approached the product not just as developers, but as co-creators. Applying their Smart Approach methodology, they set out a bold plan:
- 4 weeks for discovery & UX prototyping
- 8 weeks for agile development and testing
- Go live before day 90
The result? A clean, intuitive, high-performance MVP, launched on Day 89.
How PowerGate Software did it
🔍 Phase 1: Discovery & UX design (Weeks 1–4)
PowerGate Software’s product managers and UX designers led interactive workshops with the founders. Together, they:
- Defined user personas and journeys
- Prioritized key MVP features
- Built wireframes and user flows
- Delivered a clickable Figma prototype for stakeholder validation and pitching
“This phase helped us cut through the noise,” the founder shared. “We focused only on what mattered most for launch.”
🚀 Phase 2: Agile build (Weeks 5–8)
With clear requirements and validated designs, PowerGate Software assembled a lean cross-functional team:
- Backend developers (Ruby)
- Frontend (Ionic 4 for mobile)
- QA testers and a dedicated PM
The team worked in sprints, with weekly demos and real-time updates via Slack. No surprises. Just measurable progress.
🧪 Phase 3: Final polish & launch (Weeks 9–12)
The last sprint focused on:
- Bug fixes and performance tuning
- Implementing crash analytics
- DevOps setup for production deployment
- Final QA and user acceptance testing
And just like that, the MVP was live, tested, functional, and in users’ hands.
What happened next? A 4-year growth journey
The story didn’t end at launch. PowerGate Software remained a long-term partner as the platform scaled to thousands of users globally. Key achievements included:
- Moving to microservices architecture
- Setting up CI/CD pipelines for rapid releases
- Ensuring 24/7 uptime through AWS auto-scaling and monitoring
- Continuous rollout of new features based on real user feedback
Eventually, the product’s traction caught the eye of Microsoft, and the startup was successfully acquired.
This isn’t just a success story. It’s a case study in how product thinking, speed, and collaboration can transform a business trajectory.
Why startups choose PowerGate Software
PowerGate Software isn’t just a development agency. This software company in Vietnam is a product-centric tech partner, purpose-built to serve startups and scale-ups. Here’s what sets them apart:
- Rapid team assembly: Launch within a week
- Product ownership mindset: Help shape what should be built
- Startup-proven process: Over 100 MVPs delivered globally
- Transparent collaboration: Weekly demos, real-time comms, no black boxes
“We don’t just write code. We co-own the product vision,” said a product strategist at PowerGate Software.
Whether you’re a first-time founder or a seasoned product leader, bringing your MVP to life requires more than tech talent. You need a team that thinks like product owners, moves with urgency, and delivers with discipline. PowerGate Software has helped hundreds of startups around the world build, launch, and scale with confidence.
About PowerGate Software
PowerGate Software is a global software development partner specializing in full-cycle digital solutions. Since 2011, they have delivered 200+ projects across healthcare, fintech, education, and more – helping startups and enterprises bring their ideas to life with scalable, high-quality technology.
With offices in the United States and Australia, and teams across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, PowerGate Software is positioned to support clients close to their markets with speed and flexibility. Their services span custom software and mobile/web development to AI, blockchain, cloud platforms, and ERP systems.
As a double-certified ISO 9001 / ISO 27001 company, they deliver secure, reliable solutions that reduce operational costs, boost productivity, and improve margins from day one.
Contact:
- Website: https://powergatesoftware.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/powergatesoftware-company
- Email: contact@powergatesoftware.com
