Sodexo, a global leader in quality-of-life services, partnered with Moriyama to develop the Simply Gift platform, a streamlined solution for employee rewards.

Sodexo, a global leader in providing quality of life services, sought to enhance its employee reward offerings through the development of the Simply Gift platform. This unique service allows users to order multi-choice Visa gift cards, redeemable at leading retailers such as John Lewis, M&S, Argos, and more, in just three easy steps. To bring this vision to life, Sodexo partnered with Moriyama for a complete digital solution that aligned with their corporate design guidelines.

The Challenge

Sodexo needed a responsive, user-friendly website that would allow customers to effortlessly order and manage multi-choice gift cards, while seamlessly integrating with its existing application servers. The solution had to align with strict corporate design standards and be robust enough to handle integrations with multiple premium brands and retailers. Time-to-market and budget were also key concerns, as the site had to be delivered on a tight deadline.

Why Moriyama?

Sodexo chose Moriyama for its deep expertise in delivering digital solutions that combine user-centred design, complex integrations, and corporate compliance. Moriyama’s ability to balance creativity with technical excellence made them the ideal partner to bring the Simply Gift platform to fruition.

Our Approach

Moriyama followed a user-centred design process to create a responsive, modern website that adhered to Sodexo’s strict corporate guidelines. This process involved a close collaboration with Sodexo’s team, focusing on designing an intuitive platform for customers while ensuring technical scalability and security.

Key aspects of our approach included:

User-centred design: Ensuring the site was easy to navigate for all user types, from first-time visitors to returning customers.

Responsive development: Building a site that worked seamlessly across all devices—desktop, tablet, and mobile.

Complex integration: Integrating the platform with Sodexo’s existing application servers to ensure smooth payment processing and brand partnerships.

Testimonial

“Partnering with Sodexo on the Simply Gift project was a rewarding experience for our team. We were able to apply our technical expertise and user-centred design approach to create a platform that not only met Sodexo’s stringent requirements but also provided a seamless, intuitive experience for their users. Seeing the positive impact of our work and continuing our collaboration with Sodexo across their digital estate is a testament to the strong partnership we’ve built.”

Jenny Bradshaw

Managing Partner, Moriyama

The Outcome

The Simply Gift platform launched on-time and within budget, providing a user-friendly and scalable solution for employees to access premium gift cards. The success of the project led Sodexo to extend its relationship with Moriyama, entrusting them with further development and maintenance across their web estate. The website continues to enhance Sodexo’s employee rewards service, offering a seamless gift card purchasing and redemption experience. Door2Tour.com is a comprehensive online platform offering coach holidays, tours, and travel packages from various providers. As a trusted resource for travellers, the company aims to deliver seamless and convenient booking experiences, while providing personalised options based on user preferences and departure locations.

About Sodexo

Sodexo Simply Gift is a leading employee rewards service offered by Sodexo, one of the world’s largest providers of quality-of-life services. The Simply Gift platform offers a multi-choice Visa gift card redeemable at a wide network of premium retailers. Sodexo is active in 80 countries, providing on-site services, benefits and rewards, and personal home services to a diverse range of clients. Moriyama’s role in developing Simply Gift has further cemented their reputation as a trusted partner in digital transformation.