Nelli

Nelli

Nelli

Nelli

A revolutionary behavioural tech startup focused on transforming family routines for children and parents.

A revolutionary behavioural tech startup focused on transforming family routines for children and parents.

A revolutionary behavioural tech startup focused on transforming family routines for children and parents.

Award-winning Australian IoT product delivered from concept to market by one partner, scaling the venture to a $3M company valuation with over 1000+ custom hardware devices manufactured and a 10.6% MoM retention increase. Proudly holding a 4.88 out of 5 rating from 87 verified Australian families on the live product.

Award-winning Australian IoT product delivered from concept to market by one partner, scaling the venture to a $3M company valuation with over 1000+ custom hardware devices manufactured and a 10.6% MoM retention increase. Proudly holding a 4.88 out of 5 rating from 87 verified Australian families on the live product.

#IoT Technology

#IoT Technology

(LAUNCH)

(LAUNCH)

2025

2025

(DEVELOPMENT)

(DEVELOPMENT)

Ongoing

Ongoing

(INDUSTRY)

(INDUSTRY)

IoT Technology App Development

IoT Technology App Development

(SERVICES)

(SERVICES)

Web

Custom Device

Android

iOS

Web

Custom Device

Android

iOS

Nelli
Nelli

Challenges.

Challenges.

Challenges.

Modern families face rising complexity in managing children’s daily routines. From school prep to chores, bedtime transitions, and behavioural development support. Parents often resort to fragmented tools like chore charts, sticky notes, alarms, or apps, leading to inconsistency, nagging, stress, and disengaged children.

Solutions.

Solutions.

Techne served as Nelli's fractional CTO, managing the complete atoms-to-code journey from Guangdong hardware sourcing to iOS and Android deployment.

Key Technical Deliverables

  • Hardware Sourcing: Guangdong manufacturing partner vetting and medical-grade hardware prototyping.

  • Firmware and IoT: Custom firmware for secure, low-latency device-to-cloud data transmission.

  • AI-Driven Insights: Intelligent algorithms transforming raw sensor data into actionable parent notifications.

Results.

Results.

Techne delivered Nelli from concept to an award-winning, market-ready IoT product. Today it stands as one of Australia's most technically ambitious parenting technology successes, built by one partner, end to end.

10.6%

10.6%

Monthly Revenue Growth

1000+

1000+

Number of Devices Sold

$3M

$3M

Company Valuation

Product Features

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(Office Hours)

Monday - Friday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (AEST)

(Phone Number)

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(Address)

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Techne Research and Development Holdings Limited

Hong Kong

Systems that works the way your users expect.

Systems that works the way your users expect.

We don’t just simply develop, we design systems that understand how your business runs, learn from your users and assist you in creating your dream app

We don’t just simply develop, we design systems that understand how your business runs, learn from your users and assist you in creating your dream app

We don’t just simply develop, we design systems that understand how your business runs, learn from your users and assist you in creating your dream app

Real-Time Data Sync

Every user, device, and portal sees the same live data simultaneously. No refresh required, no lag, no version mismatch across the platform.

Workflow Automation System

Every user, device, and portal sees the same live data simultaneously. No refresh required, no lag, no version mismatch across the platform.

Workflow Automation System

Every user, device, and portal sees the same live data simultaneously. No refresh required, no lag, no version mismatch across the platform.

Built for AI Integration Upgrade

Architected to support LLM and RAG integration from day one. Add intelligent search, recommendations, or automation without rebuilding the core platform.

Custom AI

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Built for AI Integration Upgrade

Architected to support LLM and RAG integration from day one. Add intelligent search, recommendations, or automation without rebuilding the core platform.

Custom AI

what does this chatbot do?

Built for AI Integration Upgrade

Architected to support LLM and RAG integration from day one. Add intelligent search, recommendations, or automation without rebuilding the core platform.

Custom Ai

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Role-Based User Portals

Separate, purpose-built portals for every user type. Admin dashboards, operator views, and end-user interfaces each with tailored permissions and workflows.

Role-Based User Portals

Separate, purpose-built portals for every user type. Admin dashboards, operator views, and end-user interfaces each with tailored permissions and workflows.

Role-Based User Portals

Separate, purpose-built portals for every user type. Admin dashboards, operator views, and end-user interfaces each with tailored permissions and workflows.

Tech stack

This UI design process is created to transform user interactions by utilizing cutting-edge technology and creative methodologies. By focusing on user needs and design trends, we strive to develop an intuitive interface that enhances usability and satisfaction across various digital platforms.

Techne HQ's continued support and enthusiasm for our vision has played a significant role in our growth. As a startup founder, I can confidently say that choosing Techne has been one of the best decisions we’ve made.

Lisa Kelly

Founder and Co-creator

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Global Systems Node

[ 03 / SHENZHEN ]

Hardware Manufacturing Hub

(Address)

1/30 Cubitt Street Cremorne, Melbourne VIC 3121, Australia

(Office Hours)

Monday - Friday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (AEST)

(Phone Number)

+61 3 8827 3850


(Address)

Flat 19, 13/F, Leader Industrial Centre, 57-59 Au Pui Wan Street, Fo Tan, NT

(Office Hours)

Monday - Friday

By appointment only

(Company Name)

Techne Research and Development Holdings Limited

Australia

[START A PROJECT]

TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO BUILD.

WE’LL WORK OUT THE RIGHT WAY TO BUILD IT.

Tell us what you’re building, where you’re at, and what you need to achieve. Our Melbourne-based senior engineering team will review what you have, identify the key technical and product considerations, and recommend a clear next step before you commit time and budget to the wrong build.

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[ 01 / MELBOURNE ]

Headquarters & Onshore Studio

[ 02 / HONG KONG ]

Global Systems Node

[ 03 / SHENZHEN ]

Hardware Manufacturing Hub

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TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO BUILD.

WELL WORK OUT THE RIGHT WAY TO BUILD IT.

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Tell us what youre building, where youre at, and what you need to achieve. Our Melbourne-based senior engineering team will review what you have, identify the key technical and product considerations, and recommend a clear next step before you commit time and budget to the wrong build.

(Address)

1/30 Cubitt Street Cremorne, Melbourne VIC 3121, Australia

(Office Hours)

Monday - Friday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (AEST)

(Phone Number)

+61 3 8827 3850



Australia

(Address)

Flat 19, 13/F, Leader Industrial Centre, 57-59 Au Pui Wan Street, Fo Tan, NT

(Office Hours)

Monday - Friday

(Company Name)

Techne Research and Development Holdings Limited

Hong Kong