WiredIn

What WiredIn does

WiredIn is a Rwandan IT outsourcing and custom software development firm founded in 2014 that delivers web, mobile, IoT, and infrastructure solutions to international clients. Headquartered in Kigali with a regional office in Tokyo, the company positions Rwanda as a cost-effective, skilled offshore delivery hub for businesses in Japan, the United States, Germany, the Netherlands, and France. Its core offering spans custom software development, custom IoT solutions with hardware integration and PCB design capability, and cloud/open-source infrastructure services. The company has built differentiated domain expertise in Mojaloop open-source payment switch integration, having deployed and customized the platform in Rwanda's financial ecosystem through partnerships with the Mojaloop Foundation and RSwitch, with technical depth in ISO 20022 messaging and digital signatures. Adjacent offerings include the Murakoze hardware customer-feedback device and WiredIn Academy, a coding education sub-brand.

The firm operates a professional services, project-based revenue model with long-term client relationships built primarily through direct engagement and referral networks anchored by 10+ years of Japanese partnerships. Named customers span Rwandan government (Rwanda Development Board, Ministry of Commerce, Irembo, which processed 8.4 million applications in 2023) and domestic financial institutions (Bank of Kigali, Cogebanque, RSwitch, AfricaNenda), plus international enterprise clients. Go-to-market combines direct sales, participation in Mobile World Congress and GITEX Global, and a LinkedIn/Twitter digital presence. The company has shipped 100+ digital products to 50+ clients across six countries over its operating history.

Name

WiredIn

Legal name

WiredIn

Website

https://wiredin.rw

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

WiredIn is a Rwandan IT outsourcing firm founded in 2014 that delivers custom web, mobile, IoT, and Mojaloop payment-infrastructure software to government, financial, and enterprise clients in Rwanda, Japan, the US, and Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Kigali

HQ country

Rwanda

HQ region

Africa

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Software Development Outsourcing: The company provides offshore software development services to international clients, offering custom web and mobile application development, IoT solutions, and infrastructure services. Revenue is generated through project-based contracts and long-term client relationships.
2. Training Services: WiredIn Academy provides coding education and training programs for young talent, contributing to the company's revenue streams through skill development programs.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

WiredIn is an IT outsourcing and offshore software development company that delivers custom web and mobile applications, IoT solutions, and infrastructure services to international clients. The company specializes in Mojaloop open-source payment switch integration and customization, and also operates WiredIn Academy for developer training and the Murakoze customer-feedback hardware device.

Product overview

WiredIn is a software development and IT outsourcing firm offering a portfolio of services rather than a single unified product. The core offering consists of custom software development services (web and mobile applications) delivered globally. This core is supplemented by specialized modules including Custom IoT Solutions, Infrastructure Services, and Mojaloop Integration Services for financial technology implementations. Additional offerings include the Murakoze Device (customer feedback hardware) and WiredIn Academy (developer training program). The company operates from offices in Japan and Rwanda serving clients worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• WiredIn Academy: A training program that aims at continuous learning and skill development for employees, also designed to motivate young talents by introducing them to programming in a hands-on, engaging way.

Products and services

• Custom Software Development Services Tailored web and mobile application development services delivered to international enterprise and SMB clients across Rwanda, Japan, USA, Germany, the Netherlands, and France.
• Custom IoT Solutions Custom Internet of Things solutions including IoT development, 3D printing, and PCB design for clients needing connected device and embedded systems capabilities.
• Infrastructure Services Technology infrastructure services to help clients improve processes, scale capacity to serve more customers, and support overall business growth.
• Mojaloop Integration Services Expert integration and customization of Mojaloop open-source instant payment software, enabling inclusive digital financial services and interoperability across payment systems, including ISO 20022 messaging and digital signatures.
• Murakoze Device A physical customer feedback device that allows businesses to capture customer experience data effortlessly with the push of a button, accompanied by a feedback application.
• WiredIn Academy Coding education and training program designed to develop problem-solving skills, logical thinking, and creativity in young developers, while upskilling internal employees.

Named customers8 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Mojaloop FoundationcoreTechnology or IntegrationWiredIn is a certified service provider with deep expertise in Mojaloop open-source software. The company played a pivotal role in integrating the Mojaloop switch in Rwanda, deploying, customizing, and integrating the switch to enable financial institutions and their customers to execute seamless, real-time payments across various networks.
• RSwitchcoreTechnology or IntegrationWiredIn was instrumental in integrating the Mojaloop switch within Rwanda's financial ecosystem through RSwitch. The partnership leveraged expertise in Mojaloop Hub, Messaging and Security Protocols including ISO 20022 and Digital Signatures to enhance and ensure interoperability of merchant payments in Rwanda, advancing development of an inclusive payment system.
• Japan-Africa Business PartnershipscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOver 10 years of transformative partnerships with companies in Japan. The Japanese emphasis on consensus and meticulous planning has enhanced WiredIn's project management skills and ensured robust solutions and impeccable services. This long-term relationship has positioned WiredIn as a bridge between Japanese clients and Rwandan development talent.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Globant: Large IT services and digital transformation firm with global delivery centers. Comparable to WiredIn as a broader incumbent competing for the same enterprise custom-development and digital transformation engagements.
• Infosys: Global IT services and consulting major with deep offshore delivery capabilities. Comparable to WiredIn as a broader incumbent in offshore/outsourced software development competing for the same enterprise client base.
• ThoughtWorks: Global technology consultancy specializing in custom software engineering, digital transformation, and enterprise software delivery. Comparable to WiredIn as a broader incumbent offering custom software and digital services to enterprise clients worldwide.
• Upwork: Largest global freelance marketplace connecting businesses with independent software developers and engineers. Comparable to WiredIn as a broader channel/platform competing for outsourced software development spend, particularly from SMB and mid-market clients.
• Wipro: Global IT services and consulting company offering custom application development and digital services. Comparable to WiredIn as a broader incumbent competing on outsourced software engineering for enterprise clients.

Direct peers

• Toptal: Premium freelance talent network for software developers, designers, and finance experts serving enterprise clients globally. Comparable to WiredIn as a competitor for outsourced software engineering engagements with a vetted-talent value proposition.
• Andela: Africa-headquartered software engineering outsourcing firm connecting African developers with global clients. Closest comparable to WiredIn: same Africa-to-global delivery model, similar customer profile (US/EU enterprise), and overlapping offshore-development value proposition.
• Turing: Global marketplace/platform for vetted remote software engineers, including strong sourcing from Africa and other emerging markets. Comparable to WiredIn as a competitor for outsourced software development talent serving enterprise clients worldwide.

Regional players

• HeHe Labs: Rwanda-based mobile software and digital services firm serving local enterprise and government clients. Comparable to WiredIn as a regional Rwanda-based software services peer competing for similar local government and financial-services contracts.

Emerging players

• BRCK: Kenya-based technology company building hardware/software connectivity products across East Africa. Comparable to WiredIn as an East-African emerging tech firm combining hardware/software offerings and serving both enterprise and government clients in the region.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/wiredinrw
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wiredin-rwanda
• Facebookfacebook.com/WiredInRwanda

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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