Our Partnership with Creative Werks

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Creative Werks Inc. is an electronics engineering and manufacturing company based in Des Moines, Iowa. Through its CWI Performance brand, the team specializes in RF control systems and custom embedded electronics for OEM and aftermarket applications.

With in-house design, prototyping, and production, Creative Werks brings real-world manufacturing and distribution expertise across marine, automotive, agriculture, and industrial sectors. As needCode’s on-site partner in the United States, they provide local sales and engineering support—pairing hands-on hardware experience with dependable supply chains to accelerate delivery and scale.

Headquarter

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

Founded

1992

Core Expertise

Electronics hardware & electromechanical systems

Industries Served

Marine, Automotive, Agriculture, Industrial

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The Partnership

The partnership between Creative Werks Inc. and needCode brings together two complementary strengths: proven hardware and manufacturing expertise in the United States, and advanced software development and IoT innovation from Europe.

Creative Werks, with its deep experience in electronics hardware, electromechanical systems, and product distribution, serves as our on-site partner in North America. Their team provides local sales, engineering support, and hands-on knowledge of industries such as marine, agriculture, automotive, and industrial automation.

needCode contributes its core expertise in embedded software development, IoT architectures, low-power system design, and connectivity technologies (UWB, BLE, Wi-Fi, Matter). With this know-how, we ensure that products are not only functional but also scalable, secure, and future-ready.

Together, we deliver end-to-end solutions—from hardware and firmware to complete connected systems—helping customers accelerate time-to-market, reduce risk, and unlock new opportunities for innovation.

Key aspects of the partnership

01 Production & Distribution Expertise

Creative Werks brings decades of real-world manufacturing and distribution know-how. With proven experience across marine, agriculture, automotive, and industrial markets, they provide reliable execution and industry insights directly from the U.S.

02 Software Development Excellence

needCode delivers advanced IoT and embedded software, from firmware to cloud integrations. Our expertise in low-power design ensures efficient, scalable, and secure systems tailored for modern connected products.

03 Hardware Design Capabilities

Together we design and integrate electronics at every level—from custom hardware modules to complete embedded platforms—bridging the gap between concept and large-scale production.

04 Connectivity & IoT Know-How

The partnership unites deep knowledge of wireless technologies, including UWB, Bluetooth Low Energy, Wi-Fi, and Matter. This enables us to build solutions that are interoperable, future-ready, and optimized for performance.

Areas of Collaboration

Full Cycle Project Development

From concept, prototyping, and system design through software development, testing, and deployment—delivering complete, production-ready solutions.

Embedded Systems Integration

Combining hardware, firmware, and connectivity into cohesive solutions. This includes low-power optimization, seamless IoT integration, and ensuring reliability across diverse industries.

Market-Ready Solutions for North America

With Creative Werks as the U.S. partner, we provide local engineering support, compliance readiness, and scalable manufacturing to accelerate time-to-market.

Case Study Highlight – Boat Lift Modernization

ROI over 3 years

2-3 months

Payback Period

Total Delivered Value
over 3 years

The Challenge

Traditional boat lift systems relied on mechanical controls with limited functionality. End users lacked modern features such as remote monitoring, mobile control, and system feedback—leaving a gap between customer expectations and existing product capabilities.

The Solution

In collaboration with Creative Werks, needCode developed a next-generation IoT-enabled boat lift controller. The solution combined custom hardware and firmware design with low-power connectivity (Bluetooth Low Energy) and a dedicated mobile application. This integration modernized the system, adding user-friendly controls, real-time monitoring, and cloud-ready functionality.

The Impact

The upgraded solution extends the lifecycle of existing equipment, enhances user experience, and enables premium product positioning in the marine market. With scalable architecture and smart connectivity, the platform creates opportunities for ongoing feature expansion and aftermarket services.

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“I think the key takeaway from needCode is their ability to adapt and understand the customer's requirements. That took away probably a large portion of what could have been a lot of development time and expense for both companies.”

Bob Folkestad

President at Creative Werks

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Strategic Impact

Partnering with Creative Werks enables us to deliver more than just technology—it creates measurable business value for our clients.

Faster Time-to-Market
By combining local U.S. engineering and support with European software expertise, we accelerate development cycles and reduce the time from concept to market-ready product.
End-to-End Solutions
From hardware design and firmware to production and cloud connectivity, clients benefit from a single partnership that covers the entire product lifecycle.
Multi-Industry Expertise
Experience across marine, automotive, agriculture, and industrial sectors ensures that solutions are both versatile and proven in demanding environments.
Scalable Innovation
Every system is designed for low power consumption, secure connectivity, and future standards—ensuring long-term reliability and room for growth.

Testimonials

Bob Folkestad

President at Creative Werks

“One aspect that truly sets needCode apart is its profound expertise in firmware development. Their proficiency in various programming languages, embedded systems and hardware architecture is truly impressive. When faced with difficult problems, their strong problem-solving skills and analytical mindset shine through, allowing them to overcome obstacles with remarkable ease.”

Semeh Sarhan

CEO at Xtrava

“I worked with needCode while leading the NWTN-Berlin team in 2018. A big chunk for our FW development has been outsourced to them and they had proven to iterate very quickly, following specs and deliver on time. It was great working with them. I recommend working with needCode’s team on any Embedded SW development.”

Marco Salvioli Mariani

CTO at NWTN Berlin GmbH

“needCode Team proved to be one of the best engineers I have ever met. The part I like the most about the team is the more difficult an obstacle seems to be, the more motivated they were to find a solution and a way forward.”

Szymon Słupik

CTO at Silvair

“needCode is an outstanding partner. Their quick follow-up, scalability, and extensive professional network set them apart. Their expertise in wireless technologies has been valuable, supporting us from low-level drivers to architecture discussions.”

Tim Allemeersch

Director at Qorvo, Inc.

“needCode did a great job improving the firmware of the Vai Kai connected toys and developing new features, surpassing our expectations multiple times. I would definitely recommend hiring Bartek and needCode for the embedded software projects!”

Matas Petrikas

CEO & Co-founder at Vai Kai UG

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Our Partnership with Creative Werks

Headquarter

Founded

Core Expertise

Industries Served

We work with Industry Leaders

The Partnership

Key aspects of the partnership

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Production & Distribution Expertise

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Software Development Excellence

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Hardware Design Capabilities

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Connectivity & IoT Know-How

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