Improving Toolstation.com

Toolstation, a leading retailer for trade and DIY supplies, required a more agile and robust website to support its growth and digital strategy. The ask was to deliver a scalable, multilingual platform that could drive innovation, improve customer experience, and enable faster iteration cycles. Joining on a short contract, I focused on building trust, delivering results, and setting the foundation for Toolstation’s digital success.

    • Delivered a new multilingual website, designed to be agile, scalable, and robust to meet Toolstation’s evolving business needs.

      • Established an operational team for ongoing website maintenance and optimisation, enabling continuous improvement based on user feedback and analytics.

      • Fostered a collaborative working environment between Toolstation and Kin + Carta, focusing on restoring trust and ensuring alignment on goals.

      • Implemented test automation and quality assurance processes to maintain high standards in the website’s development.

    • Led the delivery of Toolstation’s new website, managing the end-to-end process from initial planning to launch.

    • Established a collaborative relationship with the client, ensuring expectations were managed effectively through clear communication and regular updates.

    • Utilised Agile methodologies to deliver incremental value, showcasing progress in small, frequent releases to rebuild trust and confidence.

    • Oversaw the project budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation to achieve milestones and deliverables within the agreed scope.

    • Rolled out an MVP website to smaller countries within just four weeks, demonstrating speed and efficiency.

    • Rebuilt the fractured relationship between Toolstation and Kin + Carta, earning trust through quick delivery and measurable results.

    • Secured additional analytics roles for Kin + Carta, enabling Toolstation to strengthen its website analytics and data-driven decision-making capabilities.

    • Delivered a platform that positioned Toolstation for future digital growth and innovation.

    • Overcame a fragmented and strained relationship between Toolstation and Kin + Carta, rebuilding trust through action, transparency, and timely delivery.

    • Navigated tight timelines and resource constraints to deliver the MVP website without compromising quality.

    • Balanced the need for immediate results with laying the groundwork for long-term digital success.

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