Inceptive Technologies

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of an engineering company.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Provide Engineering services

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Inceptive Technologies to accomplish?

• Software Development
• Expertise in API
• Microsoft dynamics 365 Integration

SOLUTION

How did you find Inceptive Technologies?

Online Search

Why did you select Inceptive Technologies over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Inceptive Technologies were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Scope of Work:

The project involved integrating the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP to ensure real-time synchronization of production data, improving both operational efficiency and data accuracy. The integration focused on automating data flow related to machine runtime, production output, and quality assessments between the MES and ERP systems.

Key aspects of the scope:

1. Data Capture & Categorization: Collection of critical production metrics, including machine runtime, parts produced, and quality classification (good vs. scrap) from the MES, stored in MS SQL databases.
2. Data Categorization: Segmentation of production data into three primary categories—Production Posting, Liner Management, and Bake Oven Feedback.
3. API Integration with Dynamics 365: Development of JSON-based communication between MES and Dynamics 365, ensuring secure data transmission.
4. Automation & Scheduling: Building an ASP.NET application triggered at regular intervals (every 5 minutes) to automate data transmission.
5. Error Handling & Monitoring: Implementation of robust logging (via Serilog) and maintaining logs of API requests and responses for monitoring and troubleshooting.

Summary of Key Deliverables:

1. Seamless Data Integration: 
   • Development of an ASP.NET console application for generating JSON payloads and interacting with Dynamics 365 APIs.
   • Secure data transfer using authentication tokens via the Dynamics 365 API.
2. Automated Scheduling System: 
   • Implementation of a Windows service to automate the execution of data synchronization tasks every five minutes.
3. Production Data Categorization: 
   • Segmentation of MES data into key areas: Production Posting, Liner Management, and Bake Oven Feedback.
4. Comprehensive Logging & Monitoring System: 
   • Integration of Serilog for detailed logging, capturing each stage of the data transmission process.
   • Database setup to log API requests and responses for tracking and troubleshooting purposes.
5. Real-Time Production Visibility: 
   • Real-time data synchronization between MES and ERP systems, providing up-to-date visibility into production metrics.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Project was succesffuly deployed at client location with UAT. Inceptive helped in entire process. Below were the mesaureable outcomes:

1. Real-time synchronization between the MES and Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP, reducing data transfer delays to under 5 minutes, thanks to automated scheduling.
2. Automated data transfer ensured an increase in data accuracy by 99%, eliminating errors and discrepancies between production and ERP records.
3. Automation of data transmission and reclassification processes, reducing manual intervention by 80%.
4.  Implementation of Serilog for comprehensive logging, reducing downtime and troubleshooting time by 50%, as issues could be identified and resolved promptly.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The project was managed efficiently with clear milestones and deadlines established from the outset. The team followed a structured approach, following the Agile methodologies to ensure flexibility and adaptability throughout the project. Key deliverables, such as the data integration system, automation scripts, and logging mechanisms, were delivered in phases, allowing for regular feedback and adjustments. Weekly calls were scheduled and demo's given on the progress.

On-Time Delivery: All major project milestones were met on time, including the integration of APIs, the development of the ASP.NET application, and the implementation of the Windows service for scheduling data synchronization. The team consistently delivered items ahead of or within the agreed timelines, ensuring that there were no major delays.

They were flexible in taking change requests due to their dedicated resouce model, I got the team who did work exclusive on my project.

What was your primary form of communication with Inceptive Technologies?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What stood out the most about them was their technical expertise combined with a deep understanding of business needs. Their ability to seamlessly bridge complex technical systems, like the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP, while ensuring that the solution aligned perfectly with our operational goals, was truly impressive.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Inceptive Technologies could have done differently?

Project documentation can be done in more detailed way, Inceptve can imrove on it.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of Edmonton Integration and Robotics

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Business software, software integration, control systems and industrial robotics

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Inceptive Technologies to accomplish?

• Build business software and software integration on C#, Angular and MSSQL stack.

SOLUTION

How did you find Inceptive Technologies?

Responded to a job posting.

Why did you select Inceptive Technologies over others?

Humble sales pitch, low risk trial

How many teammates from Inceptive Technologies were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Develop business applications that integrated the customers ERP system with machines and robots on the factory floor. Develop business to business applications to integrate the customers systems with external business systems. Develop business applications to provide and/or capture information on the factory floor.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

All projects and deliverables were successful. Software delivered and installed continuously at multiple clients.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Work was done similar to short sprints. Inceptive delivered working software in short cycles.

What was your primary form of communication with Inceptive Technologies?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They delivered excellent results. Great communication.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Inceptive Technologies could have done differently?

More proactive on quality assurance.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Tax Manager

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Electronic goods manufacturing company and largest manufacture of all types of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Inceptive Technologies to accomplish?

• Invoicing software implementation under GST Rule
• Digital transformation of the processess.
• Simplification of various reports through inceptive software (Import reports)

SOLUTION

How did you find Inceptive Technologies?

• Referral
• Other

Why did you select Inceptive Technologies over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Inceptive Technologies were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Implementation of Invoicing software to run the $6000.00 crores business. Necessary system implementation and customization of various imports and other relevant reports.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Whatever projects / applications we were suggested were accurately customized by the inceptive team which is again a big time and cost saving for the company. Secondly completion of projects before completion of target date will be other remarkable achievements..

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

My earlier response is self-explanatory.

What was your primary form of communication with Inceptive Technologies?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

We were impressed with their timely delivery, responsiveness, and crystal-clear communication. They also understood what the end customer wanted and expected from them.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Inceptive Technologies could have done differently?

Not for now from our side.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Barrier Buster exist to be your every day performance and personal development coaching software. Barrier Buster is a operating system. If you follow the system you will see dramatic results with in the focused 21 day challenge and lasting change over the next 90 day process. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Inceptive Technologies?

To build a coaching app

What were your goals for this project?

A daily interactive app to assist my clients reach their goals.

SOLUTION

How did you select Inceptive Technologies?

Successfully built an app and has been with me to me better than the original concept.

Describe the project in detail.

Mobile app

What was the team composition?

Single personal development coach

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Growing app community

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

They are good to work with... great communication

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They work to fulfilled what I have envisioned. They have great suggestions to enhance the project.