Projects

Selected projects.

A selection of software, platform and product development projects showing the kind of challenges we take on and the solutions we deliver.

Much of our work touches business-critical processes, commercial systems and new product development. We therefore publish only what can responsibly be shared. We are happy to talk through relevant project details and comparable applications in person.

Software & operations

Software that reduces manual work, centralises information and makes daily processes faster and easier to manage.

Finance platform and process automation

Challenge

Processing thousands of vehicles financially required a great deal of repetitive entry and checking. Sales data had to flow correctly into invoicing and accounting without being reprocessed manually each time.

Solution

We built a finance platform that centralises data, automates recurring process steps and connects to Exact Online, giving the team more speed and oversight in day-to-day processing.

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Cash flow management for property projects

Challenge

Budgets, income and expenditure were tracked in complex spreadsheets. Versions diverged and comparing forecasts against actuals took a lot of manual work.

Solution

We built a central platform where developers manage cash flows, produce forecasts and compare financial scenarios against the current position.

Central management system for a beverage wholesaler

Challenge

Stock, orders, sales and customer data were managed across different tools and manual processes, making daily follow-up unnecessarily time-consuming.

Solution

We built a central management system that brings stock, orders, sales and customer information together in one environment.

Feedback and review platform for restaurants

Challenge

Restaurants and restaurant groups had no consistent way to request feedback, follow up on reviews and manage information across locations centrally.

Solution

We built an automated workflow that sends review requests and lets incoming feedback be tracked centrally per location.

Platforms & service delivery

Platforms that let customers, partners and staff work faster and make complex interactions manageable.

Digital platform for complex applications

Challenge

An organisation wanted to centralise a fragmented application process. Data was collected through different channels and then had to be checked, completed and processed manually.

Solution

Forward Shapers built a custom platform where users submit applications, upload documents and track progress. Staff manage cases and communication from one central environment.

The client's identity and the full workings of the platform are not shown publicly for operational and commercial reasons.

Bike lease portal and product configurator

Challenge

Employees needed to configure a bike independently within their personal lease budget. At the same time the organisation needed one place to track requests and orders.

Solution

We built a self-service portal where employees configure and order their bike within the applicable rules. Administrators track budgets, requests and orders centrally.

Registration and planning platform for youth camps

Challenge

Large volumes of registrations, participant data and schedules had to be processed reliably. Without a central system, administrative follow-up quickly became complex.

Solution

We built a platform that centralises the path from registration and participant management through to planning and administrative follow-up.

B2B trading platform for automotive

Challenge

Professional buyers and sellers needed up-to-date information on available vehicles. Manual stock and sales processes were slowing down trade and follow-up.

Solution

We built a B2B platform where professional users can view available stock and manage transactions digitally.

Concept for an automated collection kiosk

Challenge

Collecting goods required coordination between drivers, administration, access control and warehouse staff. Manual handovers caused waiting times and made the process hard to scale.

Solution

We developed a concept for a self-service kiosk where drivers identify themselves, confirm their collection and trigger the right warehouse instruction.

Product development & connected systems

Projects where software, electronics and physical products come together as one working solution.

Connected monitoring system for water filters

Challenge

Water filters had to record measurement data reliably and send it to a central environment. Electronics, connectivity and software had to function as one system.

Solution

We developed parts of the connected system, including data processing, communication with the electronics and a web environment for monitoring.

Geconnecteerd monitorsysteem voor waterfilters

PCB development for a new product

Challenge

A new product needed custom electronics meeting its functional requirements, the available space and the conditions for prototyping and later production.

Solution

We developed the electronic design and the circuit board, from schematic and component selection through prototype, testing and preparation for further product development.

Privacy-friendly sensor for holiday rentals

Challenge

Rental owners wanted to detect unusual occupancy and possible nuisance without traditional cameras or continuous footage.

Solution

We developed a privacy-focused sensor concept that recognises relevant activity patterns and sends alerts without a conventional camera system.

Privacyvriendelijke sensor voor vakantiewoningen

Concept for connected roadworks signage

Challenge

Roadworks signage must be adjustable safely, quickly and correctly. Operating it on site costs time and makes changes dependent on staff availability.

Solution

We developed a concept for a connected system allowing roadworks signage to be operated and monitored remotely, combining electronics, connectivity, physical control and a central web platform.

Thought through. Then built.

Strategy & design

Problem definition
Product strategy
UX/UI design
Concept development
Creativiteit + Engineering

Engineering & delivery

Software development
Electronics and PCB design
Mechanical design
Prototyping and production

Strategy & design

Problem definition
Product strategy
UX/UI design
Concept development

Engineering & delivery

Software development
Electronics and PCB design
Mechanical design
Prototyping and production

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