A Case Study on Agile Shed’s Digital Solutions

Transforming Business Efficiency with Streamline Software

Client Overview & Background

Streamline

USA

Streamline Software, founded by Sandy Britt, emerged from the need to revolutionize the screen printing & embroidery industry. Sandy, with 21 years of experience at Southpaw Screen Printing & Embroidery, identified the inefficiencies in managing orders, tasks, and materials using traditional methods. Streamline Software aims to empower small businesses to move away from paper-based systems and enhance their efficiency. Agile Shed was chosen as the development partner due to its reputation in providing tailored digital solutions.

Business Challenges

Manual Management

Handling paper tickets, quotes, tasks, and materials manually.

Disorganized Processes

Lack of a unified system for seamless collaboration and organization.

Inefficient Reporting

Absence of robust reporting affecting task and order management.

Limited Order Visibility

Difficulty in accessing and managing details of every order.

Task/Team Tracking

Inability to efficiently monitor staff tasks and activities.

Outdated Software

Existing systems not meeting the evolving needs of the business.

Agile Shed Approach

Comprehensive Business Analysis: Agile Shed conducted an in-depth analysis of Streamline Software’s operations to understand the intricacies of the screen printing & embroidery industry.
Customized Solutions: Tailored development solutions aligned with the specific needs and challenges of the business.
User-Centric Design: Focused on creating an intuitive interface for staff, emphasizing task and team management.
Agile Methodology: Adopted an iterative approach to development, ensuring adaptability to evolving requirements.
Integration Expertise: Seamless integration with QuickBooks and Xero for efficient invoicing.
Scalable Architecture: Built a scalable system to accommodate future business growth.

Agile Shed Solution & Features

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Robust Reporting: Enhanced reporting for better task and order management.
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Unified Order Tracking: Centralized repository for detailed order tracking.
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Task/Team Management: Individual logins for staff to facilitate daily task tracking.
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Inventory Management: Systematic tracking of materials and orders for easy purchasing and forecasting.
5

Generate Orders: Access to all generated quotes for follow-ups and reference.
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QuickBooks and Xero Integration: Seamless integration for streamlined invoicing.

Technology Stack

Frontend Development

Laravel

QuickBooks invoicing

Xero

Backend Development

SQL

Tools

Amazon Web Services

JIRA

Business Impact

reduction in manual efforts with streamlined processes

faster order processing and fulfillment

reduction in operational costs

reduction in errors with the unified system

increase in customer satisfaction due to transparent order tracking

increase in revenue attributed to enhanced order generation

Client Testimonial

“Agile Shed’s expertise in web and mobile application development provided us with a cost-effective solution that transformed our business operations. Their commitment to understanding our unique challenges and delivering a user-friendly platform exceeded our expectations.”

- Sandy Britt (Founder, Streamline Software)

Passionate – Dedicated – Professional

Lessons Learnt

User Involvement: Continuous user feedback is crucial for refining the application.
Scalability Matters: Anticipate future growth and design for scalability.
Integration Challenges: Overcoming challenges in integrating with existing accounting software.
Agile Adaptability: Embracing agile methodologies for flexibility during development.
Training Importance: Comprehensive training is essential for successful adoption.
Continuous Improvement: Regular updates and enhancements based on user feedback.

Future Plans

Feature Enhancements

Introduce advanced features for further business optimization.

Mobile Application

Develop a mobile application for on-the-go order tracking.

Expanded Integration

Explore integration with additional accounting and CRM software.

User Training Modules

Develop specialized training modules for new users.

Global Expansion

Plan for international market entry and language localization.

Security Updates

Regular security updates to safeguard against evolving threats.

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