Find trusted
"Development & Production Companies"
from your network.
We score "on-site trust" that cannot be seen from technical skills or achievements alone using our unique algorithm. We enable risk-free partner selection that minimizes risks.
"Who Introduces You" is the Best Quality Assurance
TrustLink makes the human-dependent "referral" scientific with data and algorithms.
Trust Score
Comprehensive scoring of achievements, evaluations, and referrer quality. Visualizes detailed trust levels that cannot be seen in traditional "star ratings".
Optimal Matching
AI analyzes project requirements and development companies' expertise (languages, industries, scale) to instantly recommend the best partners.
Success-Based Rewards
Good referrals deserve fair compensation. The ecosystem where referrers actively recommend quality companies enables sustainable high-quality matching.
Why do client companies
seek ""referrals""?
Research shows that over 80% of companies have experience outsourcing IT systems. Many companies outsource IT system and application development to external development companies rather than doing it in-house.
However, among the 80% with outsourcing experience, only 42.6% have worked with a development company they had never transacted with before. This suggests a strong preference for choosing development companies they already have relationships with, such as ongoing projects or previous engagements.
When selecting development companies, "technical capability" (85.8%) and "cost" (73.8%) are the two main factors, followed by "development speed" (46.5%), "experience in the same field" (38.5%), and "account manager responsiveness" (33.7%). With companies they already work with, it's probably because "we know how they operate, so we feel secure."
When looking for new development companies, research shows that "referrals from existing development companies" (53.7%) and "referrals from supervisors, colleagues, or subordinates" (39.8%) are the most common methods, followed by "web search" (28.6%) and "referrals from acquaintances or friends" (24.3%).
In other words, "referrals" are the primary method for selecting development companies, and when including "referrals from acquaintances or friends," the proportion of companies found through referrals is very high.
In this context, the most important factor in choosing a development partner is not "price".
In highly uncertain projects, what is truly needed is
""avoiding failure (certainty)"".
This is when reliable "referrals" are most valuable - when you don't have existing business partners or need a new partner for a new project.
"Third-Party Voices" are the Strongest Quality Assurance
You cannot see on-site technical capabilities from beautiful proposals or sales pitches alone. Evaluations from people who have actually worked together are the true proof of trust without falsehood.
"Failure Avoidance" Over Price Competition
If you choose based on low price and the project fails, the correction costs will be more than double. Reliable referrals are also insurance to minimize future risks.
Recommendations from People Who Know the Field are Strong
Qualitative information like "they have technical skills but communication issues" doesn't appear in job postings or company profiles. Recommendations from experienced people have already cleared these hurdles.
Difference from Conventional Services
| Comparison Item | TrustLink | General Matching Sites |
|---|---|---|
| Selection Criteria | "Trust" and "Referrals" | Price competition, self-reported achievements |
| Development Company Quality | Screened, referral-only | Mixed quality |
| Matching Accuracy | AI × Network Score | Keyword matching only |
| Accountability | Evaluations linked to referrers | Left to parties involved |
How It Works
Consult & Register Development Project
Register your development project on the platform. If you're unsure about requirements, our AI concierge will support you.
Find & Request Trusted Referrer
Search for the best referrer based on trust scores and request a referral for your project. You can also review referrer recommendation comments.
Review Development Company Proposals
Development companies apply through referrals. Review company information and referrer recommendation comments in the proposal list, then proceed to direct contracts.
User Testimonials
"I used to use crowdsourcing platforms, but struggled with inconsistent quality. TrustLink only has 'referrals from trusted people,' so the proposal quality is completely different. I was also able to reduce development costs."
"I introduce companies from my former workplace and companies of acquaintances who have high technical skills but struggle with sales. It's groundbreaking that I not only get thanked but also receive proper compensation as rewards."
Frequently Asked Questions
Can clients use the service for free?
Yes, client companies can use the service completely free of charge. There are no fees from consultation to introduction of development companies and IT products, to contracts. No contract fees are required. Referral fees are set and negotiated between development companies and referral partners, so client companies do not need to bear any costs.
What kind of development companies are registered?
Primarily corporate companies that have passed our unique screening criteria. Companies with diverse expertise in AI, web apps, mobile, business systems, etc., are networked.
Are there requirements to become a referrer?
There is a simple screening process to confirm that you are in a position to know the reality of development companies (engineers, PMs, executives, etc.).
Who pays the referral fee?
Referral fees are paid by development companies to referral partners. Client companies do not need to bear any costs. Development companies can choose either compensation (cash) or Reward (gift vouchers).
Choose Your Development Partner Without Failure
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Operating Company
Riverst LLC
Riverst LLC
Representative Member: Takayuki Suzuki
February 2, 2024
〒904-0004
1-7-8 Chuo, Okinawa City, Okinawa Prefecture