Amr Elsayed

Mobile

Mobile Site Updates - November 2016

Update: We have launched the latest version of our mobile experience which includes the following updates: * Streamlined the process of browsing through families and helpers nearby, the updated user experience aims at enabling our users to go through neighbour's profiles more efficiently. * Added the ability to search for

Desktop

Distance Filter

Update: Based on numerous requests that we have received from our users, we have added a Distance filter that allows both families and helpers to set the maximum distance they are willing to connect with or travel to, the system defaults to 5km with additional options including 2.5km and

Profile Scoring System

New Feature: We have introduced a new profile scoring algorithm that is used to categorise and prioritise the order by which helpers are presented to families in the system. The algorithm utilises a combination of parameters including qualifications, completed jobs, ratings, written recommendations, recent activity and proximity to families. We

Expanded Accessible Users

Update: We have updated the distance of accessible users in the network from 5km to 10km. This update allows families to tap into a wider range of skilled helpers and similarly provides helpers with more families to help out. Along with this update, we are introducing a new profile scoring

Mobile

Chat - Search by Name

New Feature: Families are now able to start new conversations with helpers from the Chat page using the new 'Search by Name' option. Using this option, families can search for any helper that they have connected with or invited to a job.

Platform

Search Engine v3

Update: We have deployed a new version of the search engine that powers the desktop and mobile site, the engine aims at providing significant performance improvements over the existing version and provides the foundation of new set of matching and filtering criteria that will be released in the near future.

Desktop

WWCC Search Option in Desktop

Update: Families are now able to search for helpers who have a verified working with children check, the filter is accessible from the home page and also while posting a job. We have also added a new 'Search by Name' option for quickly locating families and helpers nearby

Platform

Loosened Chat Rules

Update: Customers who post a one-off job or a recurring job now have access to unrestricted chat for the duration of the job, this feature was previously available to customers on unlimited plans only, this feature allows parents to communicate and chat with all helpers in their neighborhood.

Platform

Upgrade Options for Existing Subscribers

Update: Customers who are currently on monthly or annual subscriptions are now able to transition to the new 6 month and annual unlimited access plans, if you are interested to transition to the new plan, just visit the Payments page and upgrade to either of the two options, the system

Platform

New Payment Options - August 2016

Update: Based on feedback we have received from our customers, we have updated the payment plans available in the network as follows: We have added a new Unlimited Plan for 6 month that joins the existing annual plan. The new 6 month plan is available for $50 while the annual

Desktop

Desktop Home Page Updates

Update: We have overhauled the home page of the desktop site to allow families to efficiently search through other members of the network (helpers & families) available in their area, we have a added series of new search filters that cover experience, ratings, recommendations, recent activity and others.

Desktop

Major Updates to Posting Jobs

Update: We have updated the helper selection process with a series of features to make it easier and more intuitive to locate and invite helpers that match your criteria. Helper cards now display the rating average, number of completed jobs & number of written recommendations. Additionally, we have added a

Desktop

Number of Reviews is now Published

Update: The number of written recommendations provided by families to helpers is now displayed to prospective families when posting new jobs. Helpers, to increase your chances of getting invited to jobs, make sure to ask families you have worked with in the past to provide a written recommendation via the

Desktop

Inactive Helpers Cannot be Invited to Jobs

Update: Helpers who haven't been active on the site for more than 90 days can no longer be invited to apply for jobs, please make sure to visit the site once a while to remain accessible to families.

Mobile

Unavailable Reason for Babysitting Jobs

Update: Helpers are now able to provide more details when they specify that they are unavailable for a given job, we have added a series of options covering the most common reasons, responses are then relayed back to families in real time to help them out update the job settings

Desktop

Recurring Jobs July 2016 Updates

Update: We have released a major update to the recurring job user experience, this covers nannying, before school and after school jobs. The new update aims at streamlining the experience of highlighting helpers who applied for the job along with providing easy access to shortlist and contact candidates. We have

Mobile

Introducing Video Profiles

New Feature: Helpers are now able to upload an introductory video that can be used to showcase their skills and expertise. Having a video profile can greatly improve your chances to be invited to jobs. If you have recorded a video to upload, tap on the profile menu (top right

Platform

Introducing Pay as You Go

Major Update: We have revamped the payment options available to families to provide a more flexible and cost efficient method to access the helpers on the network. Families with infrequent needs are now able to 'pay per job post' while families who are always Juggling can purchase a

Desktop

Repost Features

New Feature: We have added one of the most requested features by families which is the ability to repost a job without having to re-enter the job details. This feature is particularly useful if you would like to change some of the job requirements, for example, you can change the

Desktop

Introducing Desktop Site v2

Major Update: We have launched a new version of the desktop site packed with a variety of usability and functional enhancements. Here is an overview of the new version at a glance. The main calls to action are now accessible directly from the header, things like posting a job, reviewing

Desktop

Streamlined Job Management Process for Desktop Users

New Feature: We have streamlined the job posting and job management experience for parents on our desktop site. Parents are now able to post babysitting, nannying, before & after school care jobs, specify multiple shifts per day and easily track, respond, shortlist and chat potential candidates. Let's say

Desktop

Parent to Parent Connections and more

New Feature: We have launched a major update to the desktop site offering a set of new features including better search filters, a new network page, ability to connect, chat and exchange recommendations with other families among others. The new search filter bar can be used to quickly locate parents

Platform

Jobs with no Applications are no longer cancelled automatically

Update: Jobs that receive no applications are no longer cancelled automatically by the system. Previously, when all helpers decline availability for a given job, the system would cancel the job, we have updated the process so that parents receive a notification when all helpers specify that they are unavailable, this

Post Job to any Helper

New Feature: Parents are now able to post one-off jobs and recurring jobs to any helper nearby without having to connect with them first. This speeds up the process of posting jobs and especially for new parents joining the network that haven't had the chance to build up

Mobile

Now verifying Working With Children Checks (WWCC)

New Feature: Helpers profiles will display verified Working With children Checks (WWCC). Helpers can add the details of their WWCC in the new 'My Certificates' section. Valid checks will appear on their profiles once we have verified them (invalid checks will not be shown). Parents will then be