Users
10.000+Software rating
4.5/5Partnership timeline
10 years
When Svenn (then 24onoff) launched in 2013, it quickly became a go-to time-tracking tool for Norwegian construction businesses. With few digital options available, contractors needed a better way to manage work, and Svenn perfectly filled that gap.
While the demand was clear, the tech behind the product wasn’t built to last. The system ran on a fragile architecture and struggled with performance issues. Every new feature became harder to implement, and as more users joined, the cracks started to show.
Svenn wanted to expand their software, adding the features users requested and automating the entire workflow for construction teams. In 2015, Svenn turned to Relevant Software to help them handle this very task, only to realize their existing system couldn’t scale.
Ole Jørgen NæssVP of Product and Engineering at SvennWe had the challenge of finding trustworthy outsourcing companies that we could rely on. Previous attempts ended badly, and we needed to find a company that had the skills, good communication, and was fair on price. We chose Relevant Software because we felt that they understood our business needs.
Svenn’s old system ran on outdated tech, which made performance sluggish and updates risky. Deployments were manual, debugging took too long, and the architecture couldn’t support growth. To help them scale, we started by rebuilding their PHP-based app with Angular.
Over six months, we:
☑️ Migrated data without disrupting users
☑️ Modernized the backend, improving speed and reliability
☑️ Automated deployments on AWS, eliminating manual work
☑️ Added performance monitoring to prevent and fix issues before they cause downtime
☑️ Optimized storage and resource usage, reducing extra costs
As a result, Svenn got a more reliable platform that can handle an increasing number of users and new features without performance issues.
With a solid tech foundation, the platform kept growing — and so did our partnership over the years. With each release, we added new features and made existing ones better.
For example, a time-tracking module evolved from simple logs to a full work-hour management system with absences, overtime, and payroll integrations.
Manual invoice exports turned into real-time accounting syncs, and project management tools expanded with deviation tracking, document storage, and advanced scheduling.
We also launched iOS and Android apps so teams could manage work on the go.
By 2021, Svenn surpassed 1,000 paying construction businesses on a subscription model. We supported this growth by maintaining the codebase, improving system performance, and adding new features with every major release.
The platform had grown far beyond time tracking. It was on its way to becoming a full-service management tool for construction businesses. So, in 2021, the team decided to rebrand from 24onoff to Svenn.
Today, Svenn helps manage the entire cycle of construction projects, reducing paperwork for construction teams. It supports thousands of contractors, while continuous updates keep it ahead of industry needs.
Over the years, we’ve worked on 12 modules — key functionalities — within Svenn: Time tracking, Hours account, Absences, Clients, Products and calculation, Projects, Scheduler, Team comms, Checklists, Qualifications, Employees, Accounting, and Payroll.
Teams assign work, set deadlines, and track progress with built-in scheduling tools. A central hub stores key documents and logs project issues.
Employees log hours, track overtime, report expenses, and request time off, while managers approve entries and generate payroll reports.
Estimate project costs with labor, materials, VAT, and profit margins. Automated invoicing integrates with 10 accounting systems (Visma, PowerOffice Go, Tripletex).
Safety and quality checklists ensure HSE and KS compliance. Teams log issues with photos and notes to keep projects on track.
A built-in messenger keeps teams connected while managers control accounts, system settings, and user access.
Over the years, Svenn and Relevant Software developed a strong working partnership focused on creating the right product, the right way.
Svenn brings the business vision. Relevant handles the technical side:
We follow an iterative and structured process where a project manager keeps development on track while a business analyst refines ideas before coding begins. This includes:
2X
Faster maintenance
10+
Accounting integrations
12
Product modules
✓ A fully scalable, modern platform built on Angular for long-term growth
✓ A full suite of tools covering time tracking, scheduling, invoicing, compliance, and more
✓ Smooth, high-performance web and mobile apps (iOS & Android)
✓ 10+ years of strong collaboration, keeping Svenn ahead of competitors
Ole Jørgen NæssVP of Product and Engineering at SvennRelevant Software is very clear in communication, and they execute the projects with the same quality as if it were their own. They come up with ideas and improvements to ensure that the solution is as good as it can be. Give them the really challenging tasks, the ones that everyone else is struggling with, and they will get them done.
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