Manufacturers shouldn't run on 47 Excel files.
I build custom operational analytics platforms that replace spreadsheet chaos — without forcing 5-year SAP implementations.
If this looks familiar...
You're not alone. Most mid-market manufacturers are stuck here.
- Critical data lives in 47 Excel files
- Last week's report doesn't match this week's
- One person updates, three get out of sync
- The person who built our spreadsheets left — nobody understands them now
- Operators spend hours typing data from paper into spreadsheets
- Your SAP rollout has been "6 months away" for 3 years
I build the bridge
Custom operational software — between Excel and SAP.
Built for your specific operations, not generic templates.
Live in 4-8 months, not 4-8 years.
You own the code. No vendor lock-in. Ever.
For serious projects, I visit your facility. Operations live where the work happens.
On your servers, in the cloud, or managed by me. Whatever fits your IT policy and risk profile.
Tier 1 Automotive Supplier
Operational Analytics Platform
Solo build · ~8 months development · In production since 2025
- Real-time OEE per machine, shift, operator
- Downtime monitoring with root-cause attribution
- Intervention ticketing with SLA tracking
- Cross-departmental reporting (production, planning, logistics, finance, engineering, quality, HR)
- Multi-shift operations, daily use
Live walkthrough available under NDA.
Request demoWhat I build
Mix and match. Or full platform.
Operational Dashboards
- Real-time KPIs across departments
- OEE, downtime, throughput, quality
- Drill-down by machine, shift, operator
Workflow Automation
- Approval workflows, routing, and SLA tracking
- Approval flows, ticketing, notifications
- Cross-department data sync
Intelligent Reporting
- AI-powered queries ("show me X")
- Forecasts and anomaly detection
- Auto-generated executive reports
Excel Migration
- Audit current spreadsheet sprawl
- Replace mission-critical files
- Phased rollout, no big-bang
Data Automation
- Replace manual data entry with scanners and OCR
- Direct machine-to-system data sync (PLC, IoT)
- Barcode/QR scanning workflows
- Eliminate transcription errors and delays
How we work together
Transparent scopes. Fixed pricing. Predictable timelines.
Audit & Roadmap
I review your current systems and map a 12-month plan.
Module Extension
Add OEE, downtime, ticketing, or reporting to existing setup.
Full Platform
Custom operational analytics from scratch.
Custom
Special scope? Let's talk.
All engagements include weekly demos, full source code ownership, and 30-day post-launch support.
How working together looks
We talk about your current systems, pain points, goals. For complex projects, I visit your facility — there's no substitute for seeing the shop floor. You leave with clarity, regardless of fit.
Fixed scope. Fixed price. Clear milestones. No surprises.
Loom video updates. Real demos every 7 days. You see progress, you give feedback. Stop anytime — you own all code from day 1.
Full documentation. Team training. Optional retainer for ongoing work.
About me
I'm Lucian — solo senior engineer based in Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
For 10 years, I've been building software that replaces manual processes. Started in chemical industry automation in 2016, moved to automotive at VCST in 2020 as a data analyst, came back in 2025 as the solo senior engineer behind their operational analytics platform.
I work best with manufacturers who need real software but don't want to wait 5 years for an enterprise rollout.
Common questions
SAP rollouts take 2-7 years and cost €500k-€5M. I build custom operational software in 4-8 months for 5-10% of that cost. SAP solves "everything." I solve what's actually hurting you, fast.
Let's talk
30-minute discovery call. No pitch. No pressure. Pick a time that works.
Currently building the operational analytics platform at a Tier 1 automotive supplier · In daily production use since 2025