Metova

08/27/2025

Consistency builds trust. Agility keeps you relevant.

Can brands have both? Metova’s Cade Collister shares why guidelines should be a framework, not a cage, in his recent Forbes Communications Council article contribution.

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Organizations may struggle with how to maintain a consistent, trustworthy brand identity while also staying agile enough to meet shifting cultural and market expectations. Move too slowly, and your brand risks irrelevance. Move too quickly, or without intention, and you lose the coherence that audie...

08/15/2025

Today, we’re excited to share that our CTO, Zach Little, will be stepping into the role of President, leading our team forward as Jonathan Sasse completes his transition after nearly 10 incredible years with Metova.

Zach leads with compassion, empathy, and deep expertise in building custom software solutions, making him well positioned to guide Metova into its next chapter. Over the summer, Zach and the team have worked to ensure a smooth, seamless transition, and we’re ready to hit the ground running.

We can’t wait to share the projects we’re about to deliver and the new ones we’re just getting started on. If you’ve got a vision for a software product you want to define, design, and build, we’d love to connect.

07/07/2025

AI isn’t replacing creatives. It’s helping us think faster and test smarter. At Metova, it’s part of how we explore ideas, model user behavior, and spot what works before it’s expensive to be wrong.

Our Chief Creative Officer, Cade Collister, was featured in Forbes, sharing how AI is changing the creative process.

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Explore how designers and agencies are using AI to supercharge creativity—not replace it—especially in high-stakes industries like fintech and healthcare.

05/21/2025

If your discovery workshop discussions start with features, you’ve already skipped the strategy.

The best sessions don’t just gather ideas, but they challenge assumptions, surface user truths, and build conviction.

Here’s what changes when you do it right:

→ AI handles research in real time
→ Personas go beyond job titles to reveal triggers and trust drivers
→ Strategy starts with what must be true, not what might be cool

➡️ If discovery has ever felt like a box to check, this Metova Insight by Keegen Knapp will shift your mindset:

Learn what a modern discovery workshop looks like with AI tools, FigJam, and jobs-to-be-done. Get practical tips to align teams, prioritize ideas, and build better products.

04/30/2025

Why do some products fail? Often, it’s building the wrong thing.

Product launches can be risky, but founders are playing smarter. Josh Duntz shares how founders are using lean validation, smart MVPs, and AI insights to focus on real user problems and avoid costly missteps.

Learn how to de-risk your launch:

Learn how founders de-risk product development in 2025 with validation strategies, smart MVPs, and AI-driven insights. Build the right product and win in a tough market.

04/08/2025

The future of UX isn’t louder — it’s smarter, quieter, and more intuitive.

Keegen Knapp explores the subtle shift toward "invisible assistance" reshaping how we interact with technology.

➡️ Read the full Metova Insight:

Invisible Assistance is the future of AI in UX. Explore how smart products are using subtle, intuitive design to reduce friction, improve engagement, and deliver value without overwhelming users.

03/27/2025

Thinking about building software this year? 👀

Before you commit, Metova's CEO, Jonathan Sasse, shares 10 things worth considering—from development timelines and security to team structure and AI readiness.

➡️ This is the kind of checklist we wish more teams had early on.

Explore the key challenges of custom software development and learn effective strategies for budgeting, talent acquisition, scalability, integration, and security. Plan smarter and build better software in 2025.

03/19/2025

Companies are racing to implement AI, but few are getting it right. Last year, 74% of companies struggled to scale AI. Meanwhile, banks (yes, the ones still asking for faxes) quietly filed hundreds of AI patents and got it right.

The difference? They didn’t start with AI. They started with real business problems and applied AI where it actually mattered.

➡️ If you're thinking about AI, Metova's Keegen Knapp shares insights into what’s working, what’s failing, and where to focus next:

Thinking about AI in 2025? Learn what worked in 2024, what failed, and how to approach AI smartly—without the hype or costly mistakes.

03/06/2025

💡 A smart budget is the foundation of a successful custom software project.

From prioritizing features to planning for future growth, knowing where to invest ensures long-term value.

A well-planned budget leads to a well-built solution—see what should be on your radar. ➡️ Learn more:

Learn 7 key areas to budget for custom software—even without tech expertise—to avoid overspending and ensure a smart investment.

02/20/2025

Welcome customers wherever they find you. 💡

A functional app is important—but is it enough? Your customers interact with your brand across multiple touchpoints. Is their experience seamless, no matter where they engage?

Metova’s Josh Duntz breaks down why companies must think beyond the app to create connected, frictionless experiences that keep users engaged.

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In a mobile-first world, having an app is no longer enough—it’s the foundation, not the finish line. To succeed, businesses must deliver seamless, connected experiences that meet users’ expectations for speed, personalization, and integration across platforms. Discover how pairing mobile apps ...

02/13/2025

💚 With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we’re feeling the love from our partners at BARWIS!

Great collaborations are built on trust, communication, and shared goals. That’s why it means so much to receive this kind of feedback: "The highest quality of people producing the highest quality product!! That is Metova."

We’re grateful for the opportunity to work with incredible teams like BARWIS and to build solutions that make a difference.

Read the full review: https://clutch.co/go-to-review/c4bbc041-93f6-4404-a7b9-d93426a16c21/338128

02/05/2025

📢 Local Banks: your moment is here 👀

With digital banking expectations stabilized and accessible tech like AI now within reach, the game has shifted from innovation to ex*****on.

Your edge? Trust, relationships, and community knowledge.

Now is the time to combine these strengths with proven technology to deliver exceptional customer experiences—and solidify your market position.

➡️ Read Keegen Knapp’s Metova Insight article to explore how local banks can seize this opportunity:

The digital banking landscape has stabilized, creating a unique opportunity for local and regional banks to compete by leveraging trust, relationships, and community knowledge. With AI and cloud-based technology now widely accessible, the focus has shifted from innovation to ex*****on. By integratin...