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What You’ve Heard About Superapps Probably Isn’t True

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Jacklin Altman Product Team
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1,312
Language
English
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Summary

Superapps, a prominent tech trend, offer significant opportunities by consolidating various digital experiences into a single platform, though they face skepticism, particularly in the American market. While some argue that superapps are not viable in the U.S. due to regulatory and adoption challenges, this is largely a misconception, as many popular apps already function similarly by integrating multiple services. The creation of superapps can be expensive, but tools like the Superapp SDK make the process more feasible by simplifying development and maintenance. Security concerns are addressed through features like single sign-on and customizable security parameters, reducing the risk of Shadow IT. Superapps prove valuable across business functions, streamlining processes, enhancing user experience, and supporting mergers and acquisitions by simplifying integration and scaling. Examples include EGYM's customizable solutions for gym partners and a global health and beauty firm's internal superapp, which improved employee efficiency and customer satisfaction.