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Ketnet wherever and whenever thanks to a new Ketnet eco system

Ketnet wanted to revamp its digital experience. With a fragmented ecosystem of apps and websites, they needed a clear product vision and strategy. Through a combination of Design Thinking, user research, and iterative development, we helped create an innovative digital platform that keeps the young audience engaged. Today, the Ketnet ecosystem continues to evolve, driven by data insights and user feedback, which ensures a dynamic and future-proof experience.

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Challenge

Ketnet needed a clear vision to revamp its fragmented digital ecosystem while aligning business, technology, and user needs (children in this case).


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Solution

Through strategic product management, user research, and iterative prototyping, we created a roadmap for a smooth and engaging platform.


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Result

The new Ketnet app and website offer a dynamic, future-proof experience, that evolves with user feedback to keep the young audience engaged.

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About VRT

The VRT is the Flemish public TV and radio broadcasting organisation that is home to well-known media brands such as één, StuBru, Ketnet and Sporza. In all, the broadcasting organization runs three TV channels and six radio networks, whilst providing extra digital services and a comprehensive internet and mobile offering.

Challenge

Creating a unified digital product vision

Ketnet is VRT’s children’s and youth tv network that offers a broad digital ecosystem including apps, websites, and interactive content. To better serve its young audience (ages 6-13), Ketnet needed a comprehensive digital transformation in technology and user experience.

Key challenges for Ketnet included:

  • Defining a clear and unified product vision. 
  • Implementing design thinking to guide development.
  • Setting priorities and determine the most valuable features.

To realize this, Ketnet looked for a partner to help shape the right digital strategy while keeping children's needs at the center (💙 customer centricity).

Solution

Strategic digital product management that brings together business, technology and users

To align business, technology, and user needs, ACA Group facilitated strategic sessions with Ketnet’s editorial team, management, and VRT’s technology department.

Key steps taken during this process:

Along with establishing a clear vision, we also launched a Discovery pathway. Over the course of this pathway, we had various interviews with core users of the Ketnet ecosystem, i.e. children aged 6 to 13. This taught us how they used the Ketnet products at the time and what their expectations are. In addition, through observations, we also looked at which other digital products they are using and why they like these products. In doing so, we defined the main features that create added value for children.

Based on the results of this Discovery phase, we worked up various prototypes and proof-of-concepts to experiment with the opportunities defined earlier on and to run our findings and Ketnet’s vision by the children. Further to a few iterations, we came up with beta versions and fully finished features.

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Result

A new digital experience for children

Since the launch of the new Ketnet ecosystem, the platform has continuously evolved to meet the needs of its young audience. The new app and website offer a smooth, engaging experience, bringing together video, games, and interactive storytelling in a way that resonates with children aged 6 to 13.

By integrating user feedback and data-driven insights, the platform has grown into a dynamic digital space that keeps children entertained, informed, and engaged. Features such as the video zone and interactive content have significantly increased user engagement, while ongoing updates ensure the platform remains fresh and relevant.

More than just a one-time launch, this transformation has set the foundation for a future-proof ecosystem. Through continuous iteration and innovation, Ketnet continues to offer an enriching digital experience... wherever and whenever its audience wants it! 

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