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  {
    "/case-studies/3mlp/": {
      "layout": "case_study",
      "name": "3M License Plate Tracker",
      "title": "Case Study: Development of a License Plate Tracker System for the Transportation Safety Division of 3M Company",
      "logo": {
        "image": "/images/clients/3M_wordmark.svg",
        "alt": "3M"
      },
      "overview": {
        "content": "3M Company’s Transportation Safety Division, which plays a crucial role in designing and producing traffic safety products, was facing challenges with managing the complex process of license plate design requests from state Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMVs). The existing process was cumbersome and inefficient, with limited visibility and control over communications, approvals, and design production timelines. To address these issues, 3M partnered with Acts Media to develop a custom License Plate Tracker system. The new system aimed to streamline the request process, enhance communication between 3M and state DMVs, ensure the smooth progression of design and production workflows, and provide role-based access to users within 3M and state agencies.\n"
      },
      "project_scope": {
        "content": "The License Plate Tracker system was developed to automate and manage the entire lifecycle of a state’s license plate request—from the initial request submission by the state DMV to the final delivery of the license plates. Key features of the system included:\n",
        "list": [
          "**Request Submission** – Allowing state DMVs to submit a request for new license plate designs.",
          "**Communication Management** – Providing a platform to manage and track all communications between the state DMVs and 3M.",
          "**Workflow Management** – Taking users through a structured, step-by-step workflow to ensure that all aspects of the design and production process are followed and accounted for.",
          "**Role-Based Access** – Implementing role-based access for different users to ensure that only authorized personnel can perform specific tasks."
        ]
      },
      "challenges": {
        "content": "-\t**Inefficient Communication:** The process for designing and approving new license plates involved frequent back-and-forth communication between the state DMVs and 3M. With no centralized platform, email threads, phone calls, and manual tracking were used, resulting in lost information and delays.\n-\t**Lack of Workflow Control:** The design and production process lacked structure, often leading to missed steps, delayed approvals, and confusion about the status of requests. It was difficult to track where a request was in the process and whether all tasks were completed before moving to the next stage.\n-\t**Limited Access and Accountability:** Different users, from state DMV representatives to internal 3M employees, needed different levels of access to the system to perform their roles. There was no clear system in place to enforce this access control, leading to potential security risks and inefficiencies in task management.\n-\t**Time-Consuming Manual Processes:** The old system involved a lot of manual input and tracking, which was time-consuming and prone to human error. Automating the process was a priority to save time and reduce mistakes.\n"
      },
      "solution": {
        "content": "1. ### Request Submission Portal\n\n    The system provided an intuitive, easy-to-use portal where state DMVs could submit their requests for new license plate designs.\n    \n    - **Customizable Submission Forms:** The system featured customizable request forms where DMVs could submit specific details regarding the design requirements for the new license plate. This form included sections for required graphics, colors, text, and any special features or security elements.\n    - **Real-Time Confirmation and Tracking:** Once a request was submitted, both the state DMV and 3M received real-time confirmation and a tracking ID. The state could easily track the status of their request, and 3M would immediately be notified to begin the review and design process.\n\n2. ### Communication Management\n\n    The system provided a robust communication platform to manage all interactions between the state DMVs and 3M during the design and production phases.\n    \n    - **Centralized Messaging System:** All communications, including design feedback, approval requests, and clarifications, were centralized within the system. This eliminated the need for email chains or phone calls and ensured that all relevant information was stored in one place for easy access and tracking.\n    - **Audit Trail and History:** The system maintained a detailed audit trail of all interactions between the state and 3M. This feature allowed both parties to easily refer back to prior communications and decisions, reducing the risk of miscommunication or missed information.\n    - **Automated Notifications:** Automated notifications were sent to both the state DMV and 3M at key points in the process. For example, the system would alert the state when a design was ready for review or when additional information was needed, ensuring that communication stayed on track and timelines were met.\n\n3. ### Workflow Management\n\n    To ensure that every aspect of the design and production process was completed in a timely and efficient manner, the system featured a guided workflow process.\n    \n    - **Step-by-Step Workflow:** The system guided users through a predefined set of steps, ensuring that all necessary actions were taken before moving to the next stage. For example, the system would ensure that design approval, material selection, testing, and final production steps were all completed in the correct order.\n    - **Automated Task Assignment:** Based on the workflow, tasks were automatically assigned to the appropriate user based on their role. For instance, once a design was submitted, it was automatically assigned to a 3M designer for review. Upon approval, the request would be sent to production managers for the next steps.\n    - **Status Tracking:** Both 3M and the state DMV could track the status of each request at any point in the workflow. The system provided a visual indicator of each request’s current status, such as \"In Design,\" \"Under Review,\" or \"Ready for Production,\" giving all parties clear visibility into the progress of each request.\n\n4. ### Role-Based Access\n\n    To ensure security and appropriate access to information, the system implemented role-based access control (RBAC).\n    \n    - **Custom User Roles:** The system allowed for the creation of custom roles for different users, such as state DMV representatives, 3M designers, production managers, and project administrators. Each role had specific permissions that allowed users to only access the relevant parts of the system based on their responsibilities.\n    - **Granular Permissions:** For example, a DMV representative could submit requests and review designs but not approve final designs or initiate production. On the other hand, a 3M production manager could initiate production but would not be able to make design decisions. This ensured that only authorized personnel had the ability to make critical changes or decisions.\n    - **Audit and Accountability:** The role-based access system also enabled better accountability. Each user’s actions were tracked within the system, providing a clear history of who made changes, approved designs, or communicated specific information. This enhanced security and reduced the risk of errors or unauthorized changes.\n"
      },
      "results": {
        "content": "-\t**Streamlined Communication:** The centralized messaging and communication system greatly reduced the back-and-forth emails, missed messages, and delays, leading to faster turnaround times for requests. Both 3M and the state DMVs were able to maintain clear and consistent communication throughout the design and production process.\n-\t**Improved Efficiency and Workflow:** The guided workflow system helped ensure that all steps in the design and production process were completed in a timely and organized manner. Tasks were automatically assigned, and the system tracked progress, reducing the chances of missed steps and improving overall efficiency.\n-\t**Enhanced Transparency:** Both 3M and state DMVs could track the status of requests in real-time, providing better visibility into the lifecycle of each license plate request. This transparency helped both parties make informed decisions and avoid delays.\n-\t**Increased Accountability and Security:** With role-based access, the system ensured that only authorized users could perform specific tasks, reducing the risk of unauthorized actions or mistakes. The system’s audit trail also made it easier to track accountability for each action taken.\n-\t**Time Savings:** Automating the request submission, design review, approval, and production processes saved significant time for both 3M and state DMVs. Tasks that previously required manual tracking and communication were now handled seamlessly through the system.\n"
      },
      "conclusion": {
        "content": "Acts Media successfully developed a custom License Plate Tracker system for the Transportation Safety division of 3M, addressing key challenges related to communication inefficiencies, lack of workflow control, and limited user access. The system has streamlined the entire process, allowing state DMVs to submit requests, track progress, and communicate effectively with 3M. With automated workflows, role-based access, and a centralized communication system, 3M now enjoys a more efficient, transparent, and secure process for managing license plate requests. This system has not only improved internal operations but also strengthened 3M’s relationships with state DMVs, making it easier to manage the lifecycle of every license plate request.\n"
      },
      "categories": [],
      "tags": [],
      "locale": "en",
      "slug": "3mlp",
      "template_engine": "erb",
      "date": "2025-06-09 13:07:59 -0500"
    }
  },
  {
    "/case-studies/ames-history/": {
      "layout": "case_study",
      "name": "Ames History Center Touchscreen Experience",
      "title": "Case Study: Creating Interactive Touchscreen Experiences for Ames Construction's History Center",
      "logo": {
        "image": "/images/clients/AmesLogo_Rev.png",
        "alt": "Ames Construction"
      },
      "image": "/images/case-studies/ames-history-1.jpg",
      "overview": {
        "content": "Ames Construction, a well-established leader in the construction industry, sought to enhance their corporate headquarters with an engaging and interactive way to showcase the company's rich history and its impactful contributions to the construction sector. To achieve this, Ames Construction partnered with Acts Media, to create a set of immersive touchscreen experiences. These interactive displays were designed to give visitors an engaging, informative, and visually rich experience about the company's legacy. Acts Media also created a 3D virtual tour of the Ames Construction History Center, allowing visitors to explore the museum remotely.\n"
      },
      "project_scope": {
        "content": "The project involved the development of multiple touchscreen-based experiences, along with the creation of a 3D virtual experience of the History Center. The major elements of the project included:\n",
        "list": [
          "**Interactive Touchscreen Displays** – Displays at Ames Construction’s corporate headquarters that tell the company’s history, showcase key milestones, highlight notable projects, and provide rich multimedia content such as images, videos, and historical documents.",
          "**Virtual 3D Experience** – A fully immersive 3D experience of the Ames Construction History Center, available online for remote exploration.",
          "**Custom Content Development** – Curated content, including historical documents, photos, project details, and key milestones that were tailored for a compelling user experience."
        ],
        "image": {
          "src": "/images/case-studies/ames-history-2.jpg",
          "caption": "Ames History Museum"
        }
      },
      "challenges": {
        "content": "-\t**Creating an Engaging Experience:** Ames Construction wanted to not only inform visitors about their company’s history but also engage them in a way that would be memorable and dynamic. The challenge was to design an experience that was both informative and interactive, keeping users engaged through rich multimedia and intuitive interfaces.\n-\t**Seamless User Interaction:** With various types of users—ranging from employees and clients to visitors—Acts Media needed to ensure the touchscreen experience was easy to navigate for everyone, regardless of their technological expertise. The goal was to make the user interface simple yet visually rich, creating a welcoming experience for all ages and backgrounds.\n-\t**Data Integration and Customization:** Ames Construction wanted to present a large amount of historical data in a meaningful way. The content needed to be dynamically presented in a user-friendly format, integrating text, images, videos, and historical timelines while ensuring smooth transitions between elements.\n-\t**Creating a 3D Virtual Experience:** The company wanted to extend the museum’s reach beyond the physical location, offering a virtual tour of the Ames Construction History Center. This required building a fully immersive, navigable 3D experience that allowed remote visitors to explore the museum in detail.\n"
      },
      "solution": {
        "content": "1. ###Interactive Touchscreen Displays\n\n    Acts Media developed several custom touchscreen experiences placed strategically within Ames Construction's headquarters. These interactive displays were designed to provide visitors with an immersive journey through the company’s history.\n\n    -\t**User-Friendly Interface:** The touchscreen interfaces were designed to be intuitive and engaging, with easy navigation through Ames Construction’s history. Visitors could explore historical timelines, significant projects, and the growth of the company over the years by simply tapping on interactive elements.\n    -\t**Rich Multimedia Content:** The displays incorporated a range of multimedia content, such as photographs of landmark projects, video interviews with key figures in the company’s history, and archival documents, all designed to bring the company’s legacy to life in a visually engaging way. This dynamic multimedia approach made the history accessible, allowing visitors to both read and view compelling visuals, making learning more engaging.\n    -\t**Timeline and Milestone Navigation:** One of the key features was a timeline navigation system that allowed users to explore Ames Construction's history by decade or specific milestones. Visitors could tap on significant events to reveal detailed information about specific achievements, projects, or corporate developments.\n    -\t**Interactive Project Showcases:** Touchscreen kiosks provided detailed information on some of Ames Construction’s most iconic projects. For example, the \"Fleet\" section showcased the company’s fleet history, allowing users to swipe through high-quality images, technical details, and key facts about notable vehicles and equipment used in past projects.\n\n2. ###3D Virtual History Center\n\n    Acts Media created an immersive 3D experience of the Ames Construction History Center to allow users to remotely explore the museum. This virtual tour was accessible online, offering users a detailed and interactive view of the exhibits and spaces.\n\n    -\t**Immersive Virtual Environment:** Visitors could virtually navigate through the museum, walking through rooms filled with artifacts, photos, and displays that tell the story of Ames Construction’s history. The 3D experience replicated the physical layout of the museum, providing a lifelike representation of the exhibits.\n    -\t**Interactive Navigation:** The virtual tour featured hotspots and clickable elements that allowed users to explore specific exhibits in more detail. By clicking on certain areas or objects, visitors could view related content, such as video interviews, project images, or even read more detailed historical data.\n    -\t**Rich, High-Quality Media Integration:** Just like the physical touchscreen displays, the 3D experience included rich multimedia, including video clips, historical photos, and text-based content. Users could interact with these elements at their own pace, deepening their understanding of the company’s journey.\n    -\t**Scalability and Access:** The 3D virtual museum could be accessed on various devices, from desktops to mobile phones, making it possible for anyone, anywhere, to virtually explore the History Center. This was particularly important for remote visitors, clients, or employees unable to visit the physical headquarters in person.\n\n3. ###Custom Content Development\n\n    Acts Media collaborated closely with Ames Construction’s marketing and heritage teams to curate and develop custom content for the interactive displays and 3D experience.\n\n    -\t**Data Curation:** Ames Construction provided historical documents, project photos, and records, which were then curated and organized into a visually appealing and easy-to-navigate format by Acts Media’s content team. The content was designed to highlight not only the company's milestones but also its values and the stories behind the people and projects that have shaped its legacy.\n    -\t**Content Updates and Maintenance:** A content management system (CMS) was implemented, allowing Ames Construction to easily update and add new content to the touchscreen displays and virtual experience. This feature ensures that the history center remains current, allowing the company to showcase new projects, achievements, and milestones.\n"
      },
      "results": {
        "content": "-\t**Engagement and Education:** The interactive touchscreen experiences have been well-received by employees, clients, and visitors alike. The multimedia content has engaged users in an immersive and educational experience that brings the company’s history to life. Visitors are not only learning about Ames Construction’s growth and accomplishments, but they are also able to interact with the material in a dynamic way.\n-\t**Wider Reach through the 3D Experience:** The creation of a 3D virtual tour has extended the reach of the Ames Construction History Center to a global audience. Anyone with internet access can explore the company's legacy, making the history center accessible beyond the physical location.\n-\t**Positive Internal Feedback:** Employees have expressed pride in seeing the company's journey and milestones represented so effectively. The interactive displays have fostered a greater sense of company culture and history among staff.\n-\t**Brand Enhancement:** The innovative touchscreen experiences and virtual tour have enhanced Ames Construction’s brand, reflecting the company’s commitment to quality, innovation, and transparency. These interactive features highlight the company’s success and legacy in an engaging, forward-thinking manner.\n"
      },
      "conclusion": {
        "content": "Acts Media’s work on Ames Construction’s interactive touchscreen experiences and 3D virtual museum has helped transform how the company shares its history with both internal and external audiences. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and rich multimedia content, Acts Media has created an engaging, educational, and accessible experience that highlights Ames Construction's achievements, projects, and values. This innovative solution not only brings the company’s history to life but also strengthens its brand and broadens its reach to a global audience. The project demonstrates how interactive technology can be used to effectively preserve and showcase a company’s legacy while enhancing visitor engagement and education.\n"
      },
      "categories": [],
      "tags": [],
      "locale": "en",
      "slug": "ames-history",
      "template_engine": "erb",
      "date": "2025-06-09 13:07:59 -0500"
    }
  },
  {
    "/case-studies/auto-enginuity/": {
      "layout": "case_study",
      "name": "AutoEnginuity ODBII Scan Tool Mobile Application",
      "title": "Case Study: Development of a Mobile Application for AutoEnginuity’s ODBII Scan Tool",
      "logo": {
        "image": "/images/clients/autoenginuity.png",
        "alt": "Auto Enginuity"
      },
      "overview": {
        "content": "AutoEnginuity, a leader in automotive diagnostic solutions, provides professional-grade ODBII (On-Board Diagnostics) scan tools that help mechanics, technicians, and car enthusiasts diagnose vehicle issues with precision. To extend the functionality of its ODBII scan tool and enhance user experience, AutoEnginuity partnered with Acts Media to develop a mobile application that seamlessly connects with its ODBII scan tool. This mobile app provides users with real-time data, access to thousands of data points, and powerful charting capabilities. The app was developed to integrate deeply with AutoEnginuity's existing hardware and software systems, enabling users to view live vehicle data and analysis from their mobile devices.\n"
      },
      "project_scope": {
        "content": "The mobile application had to meet several key requirements:\n",
        "list": [
          "**Real-Time Data Connectivity** – Allow the app to connect with AutoEnginuity’s ODBII scan tool to retrieve real-time data from a vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system.",
          "**Data Visualization and Charting** – Display thousands of data points, including vehicle performance metrics like engine temperature, fuel efficiency, and emissions data, in an easy-to-read format with real-time charting.",
          "**Comprehensive Data Integration** – Integrate with AutoEnginuity’s existing diagnostic system, allowing for seamless synchronization between the mobile app and the ODBII scan tool.",
          "**User Experience and Interface Design** – Create an intuitive, user-friendly interface that allows both novice and experienced users to easily interpret complex vehicle data.",
          "**Cross-Platform Compatibility** – Develop a mobile application that works on both iOS and Android platforms."
        ]
      },
      "challenges": {
        "content": "-\t**Deep Hardware Integration:** AutoEnginuity’s ODBII scan tool was a complex piece of hardware that needed to seamlessly interface with a mobile application, requiring a sophisticated integration between the app and the scan tool.\n-\t**Real-Time Data Processing:** The application needed to process and display thousands of data points in real-time without significant latency. This was critical for technicians who rely on live data to diagnose and solve automotive issues quickly.\n-\t**Data Visualization Complexity:** With access to thousands of data points, the challenge was to present this data in a way that was both detailed and easy to understand. Data needed to be displayed dynamically with real-time charting while avoiding overwhelming the user with too much information.\n-\t**Cross-Platform Development:** The app had to be developed for both iOS and Android, requiring careful consideration of platform-specific differences while maintaining a consistent user experience across both platforms.\n"
      },
      "solution": {
        "content": "1. ###Seamless Connection to ODBII Scan Tool\n    \n    Acts Media worked closely with AutoEnginuity’s technical team to build a seamless connection between the mobile app and AutoEnginuity’s ODBII scan tool. The ODBII scan tool connects to a vehicle’s onboard computer system, collecting real-time diagnostic data.\n    \n    -\t**Bluetooth Connectivity:** The app utilized Bluetooth technology to wirelessly connect the mobile device with the ODBII scan tool, ensuring a fast and reliable data exchange between the two.\n    -\t**Device Communication Protocols:** Acts Media used AutoEnginuity’s proprietary communication protocols to ensure the app could correctly interface with the ODBII scan tool and pull accurate data from the vehicle’s system.\n    -\t**Error Handling and Data Validation:** The app was designed with robust error handling and data validation to ensure reliable communication even when encountering connection issues or incomplete data from the ODBII tool.\n\n2. ###Real-Time Data Display and Charting\n    \n    One of the key features of the app was the ability to display real-time vehicle data in an intuitive and visually engaging way.\n    \n    -\t**Real-Time Data Points:** The app provides users with access to thousands of data points, including engine performance metrics, fuel efficiency, exhaust levels, temperature readings, and more. These data points are updated in real-time as the vehicle operates, providing live feedback to the user.\n    -\t**Dynamic Charting and Graphs:** Acts Media developed an advanced charting system to visually represent data in real time. Users can view data as live charts that update dynamically, providing an at-a-glance overview of critical vehicle parameters such as RPM, fuel consumption, and engine temperature.\n    -\t**Customizable Views:** The app offers customizable views, allowing users to select specific data points they want to monitor. This customization enables both novice and expert users to tailor the interface to their needs, making the app equally useful for professional technicians and casual car enthusiasts.\n\n3. ###Advanced Data Integration\n    \n    To ensure that the app provided accurate and comprehensive diagnostic data, Acts Media integrated AutoEnginuity’s existing diagnostic system with the mobile app.\n    \n    -\t**Data Synchronization:** The app syncs with AutoEnginuity’s backend system to pull the latest vehicle diagnostic data from the ODBII scan tool. Data is then processed and displayed in the app’s interface, with no delays or loss of information.\n    -\t**Historical Data Access:** In addition to real-time data, the app provides users with access to historical data, allowing technicians to view trends and past performance. This feature is valuable for identifying recurring issues or monitoring the vehicle's long-term health.\n    -\t**Enhanced Diagnostic Tools:** The app also included advanced diagnostic tools such as code lookup and troubleshooting guides, integrating seamlessly with AutoEnginuity's existing features to help users identify vehicle problems quickly.\n\n4. ###User-Friendly Interface Design\n   \n    With a wide range of users in mind, Acts Media focused on creating a simple and intuitive interface that would allow anyone, from professional mechanics to vehicle owners, to understand and use the app effectively.\n    \n    -\t**Simple Navigation:** The app featured an easy-to-navigate interface with clearly labeled sections for different vehicle parameters. Key metrics were accessible from the home screen, allowing users to jump directly to the data they needed.\n    -\t**Responsive and Adaptive Design:** The app’s design was fully responsive, adapting to different screen sizes and resolutions across iOS and Android devices. The interface was optimized to be legible and functional on both phones and tablets.\n    -\t**User-Friendly Visualizations:** Data was presented with color-coded indicators, graphs, and charts, providing a quick overview of the vehicle’s health. For example, if a parameter exceeded normal operating levels, the app would alert users with a visual warning, allowing for quick action.\n\n5. ###Cross-Platform Development\n   \n    To ensure that the app was accessible to the widest possible audience, Acts Media developed the mobile application to be compatible with both iOS and Android devices.\n  \n    -\t**Native Performance:** The app was developed using cross-platform development tools that ensured smooth performance across both platforms, without sacrificing speed or reliability.\n    -\t**Consistent User Experience:** The app was designed to provide a consistent user experience across both operating systems, maintaining the same functionality, interface, and overall feel whether accessed on an iPhone or Android device.\n"
      },
      "results": {
        "content": "-\t**Enhanced Diagnostics for Technicians:** AutoEnginuity’s ODBII scan tool paired with the mobile app has significantly improved the diagnostic capabilities for professionals in the automotive repair industry. Technicians can now access real-time data directly from their mobile devices, allowing them to diagnose vehicle issues more efficiently.\n-\t**Improved User Experience:** The app’s intuitive design, real-time data tracking, and customizable charts have made it easier for users to understand complex vehicle diagnostics. Whether a technician or a casual car owner, the app’s features were designed to cater to users with varying levels of expertise.\n-\t**Increased Adoption of ODBII Scan Tool:** The mobile application has been key in extending the functionality of AutoEnginuity’s ODBII scan tool, making it even more valuable to customers. By connecting the scan tool to a mobile device, AutoEnginuity has enhanced the tool’s appeal, attracting new users and increasing the overall success of the product.\n-\t**Seamless Integration with Existing Systems:** Acts Media’s deep integration with AutoEnginuity’s existing ODBII hardware and software systems ensured that the app worked flawlessly with minimal disruption to AutoEnginuity’s operations. The integration allowed for a smooth data exchange and ensured that users received the most accurate, real-time data possible.\n"
      },
      "conclusion": {
        "content": "Acts Media’s development of the mobile application for AutoEnginuity’s ODBII scan tool represents a powerful enhancement to the company’s diagnostic tools. By providing real-time data, robust charting capabilities, and seamless connectivity with AutoEnginuity’s hardware, the app has become an essential tool for automotive professionals and enthusiasts. The deep integration with AutoEnginuity’s systems, combined with a user-friendly design, has ensured that the app adds significant value to the ODBII scan tool, making it even more powerful and versatile. This project highlights Acts Media’s ability to deliver high-performance mobile solutions that integrate seamlessly with complex hardware and software systems.\n"
      },
      "categories": [],
      "tags": [],
      "locale": "en",
      "slug": "auto-enginuity",
      "template_engine": "erb",
      "date": "2025-06-09 13:07:59 -0500"
    }
  },
  {
    "/case-studies/imprint-engine-dts/": {
      "layout": "case_study",
      "name": "Imprint Engine Data Transfer Service",
      "title": "Case Study: Imprint Engine Data Transfer Service",
      "logo": {
        "image": "/images/clients/Horizontal_2CPurpleBlack_White.png",
        "alt": "Imprint Engine"
      },
      "image": "/images/case-studies/IE-1.jpg",
      "overview": {
        "content": "Imprint Engine required a seamless and automated way to transfer and sync data between its internal Product Information Management (PIM) system and Acumatica (ACU), the company’s hosted ERP system. To meet this need, we developed the Data Transfer Service (DTS), a set of serverless functions hosted on Netlify, enabling reliable and efficient data synchronization.\n"
      },
      "project_scope": {
        "content": ""
      },
      "challenges": {
        "content": "Prior to implementing DTS, data transfer between PIM and ACU was handled manually or through inefficient scripts, leading to issues such as:\n\n-\tData inconsistencies between platforms\n-\tHigh manual intervention for updates and synchronization\n-\tIncreased operational overhead\n-\tLack of real-time updates between systems\n"
      },
      "solution": {
        "content": "To address these challenges, we built DTS with the following key components:\n\n-\tGraphQL/Hasura Integration: PIM is accessed using GraphQL to enable efficient data retrieval and updates.\n-\tAcumatica Integration: DTS communicates with ACU through the Acumatica REST API.\n-\tNetlify Serverless Functions: Hosting the DTS on Netlify provided benefits such as automatic scaling, reduced infrastructure maintenance, and improved reliability.\n-\tAutomated Synchronization: DTS enables event-driven synchronization between PIM and ACU, ensuring data consistency.\n"
      },
      "results": {
        "content": "With the deployment of DTS, we observed significant improvements, including:\n\n-\t**Enhanced Data Integrity:** The automated data sync eliminated inconsistencies and improved the accuracy of information in both PIM and ACU.\n-\t**Reduced Manual Effort:** Automated transfers drastically reduced the need for manual updates, freeing up valuable team resources.\n-\t**Improved Efficiency:** DTS streamlined business processes by enabling real-time data availability, leading to faster decision-making.\n-\t**Scalability & Reliability:** The serverless architecture allowed DTS to handle increased data volumes efficiently while minimizing maintenance overhead.\n"
      },
      "conclusion": {
        "content": "By implementing the Data Transfer Service, Imprint Engine successfully bridged the gap between PIM and Acumatica, resulting in a more reliable and automated data synchronization process. This solution not only improved operational efficiency but also provided a scalable foundation for future integrations and business growth.\n"
      },
      "categories": [],
      "tags": [],
      "locale": "en",
      "slug": "imprint-engine-dts",
      "template_engine": "erb",
      "date": "2025-06-09 13:07:59 -0500"
    }
  },
  {
    "/case-studies/jonco-die/": {
      "layout": "case_study",
      "name": "Jonco Die Data and Analytics Dashboard",
      "title": "Case Study: Custom Data and Analytics Dashboard for Jonco Die Company",
      "logo": {
        "image": "/images/clients/jonco-logo.svg",
        "alt": "JonCo Die"
      },
      "overview": {
        "content": "Jonco Die Company, a leader in precision die manufacturing, approached Acts Media, a custom software development company, to build a robust data and analytics dashboard. The goal was to create a centralized system that would provide real-time and historical insights into key business metrics such as employee hours, productivity, custom employee scorecards, department-level performance, and job-specific efficiency. This dashboard was designed to empower Jonco Die Company’s leadership team to make data-driven decisions and optimize their workforce and operational performance.\n"
      },
      "project_scope": {
        "content": "The project included the development of a custom data and analytics dashboard that integrated seamlessly with Jonco Die Company’s existing systems and provided actionable insights into the following key metrics:\n",
        "list": [
          "**Employee Hours** – Tracking the total hours worked by each employee, broken down by department and job.",
          "**Employee Productivity** – Analyzing individual and team productivity levels based on job completion and output.",
          "**Custom Employee Scorecards** – Providing performance evaluations tailored to specific roles and responsibilities.",
          "**Company-Wide and Department-Level Data** – Allowing managers to view performance at both macro (company-wide) and micro (department) levels.",
          "**Job Efficiency** – Measuring the efficiency of employees on specific jobs to identify areas of improvement and optimization."
        ]
      },
      "challenges": {
        "content": "-\t**Data Fragmentation:** Jonco Die Company’s data was scattered across different systems, making it difficult to obtain a unified, real-time view of employee performance and operational efficiency.\n-\t**Lack of Customization:** The existing reporting tools were generic and did not provide the level of customization needed to track specific employee metrics, job performance, or department-level data.\n-\t**Real-Time Insights:** Jonco Die Company required a solution that could provide real-time insights, not just historical data, to help management make timely decisions during daily operations.\n-\t**User Accessibility:** The solution needed to be user-friendly for employees and managers at all levels of the organization, from factory workers to executives, to encourage widespread adoption and usage.\n"
      },
      "solution": {
        "content": "1. ###Custom Data and Analytics Dashboard Development\n\n    Acts Media built a custom dashboard that integrated with Jonco Die Company’s existing enterprise resource planning (ERP) system and workforce management tools. The dashboard was designed to be intuitive and easy to use, providing both real-time and historical data.\n    \n    -\t**User-Friendly Interface:** The dashboard featured a clean, intuitive interface that allowed managers to quickly access key performance indicators (KPIs) and analytics. Customizable widgets and filters were implemented to allow users to drill down into the data as needed.\n    -\t**Role-Based Access:** The dashboard was designed with role-based access, ensuring that users could only view the data relevant to their level of responsibility. For example, a floor manager could access department-level data, while an executive could view company-wide performance metrics.\n\n2. ###Tracking Employee Hours\n\n    One of the core features of the dashboard was the ability to track employee hours in real-time.\n    \n    -\t**Real-Time Hour Tracking:** The dashboard integrated directly with Jonco Die Company’s timekeeping system to provide accurate, real-time data on employee hours worked. Managers could see who was clocked in or out, total hours worked during the day, and overtime hours.\n    -\t**Historical Data:** The dashboard also allowed for historical tracking of employee hours, enabling management to identify trends, spot patterns, and assess staffing needs across different time periods.\n\n3. ###Employee Productivity Insights\n  \n    To measure and improve productivity, the dashboard included detailed analytics on individual and team performance.\n    \n    -\t**Task Completion Rates:** The system tracked task completion rates for each employee and provided productivity scores based on the number of tasks completed within the designated time frame.\n    -\t**Output Comparison:** The system allowed managers to compare individual employee productivity against departmental averages, fostering a competitive and performance-driven culture.\n    -\t**Identifying Bottlenecks:** By tracking productivity at both the employee and team levels, the dashboard helped Jonco Die Company identify inefficiencies or bottlenecks in specific processes or departments.\n\n4. ###Custom Employee Scorecards\n\n    A unique aspect of the dashboard was the implementation of customizable employee scorecards that provided a comprehensive view of employee performance.\n    \n    -\t**Customizable Metrics:** Each employee’s scorecard was tailored to their specific role, whether they were on the production floor, in logistics, or in management. The scorecards took into account factors such as task completion, quality of work, adherence to safety protocols, and time efficiency.\n    -\t**Employee Feedback:** Employees could access their own scorecards, promoting transparency and encouraging continuous improvement. The scorecards also provided managers with a clear view of individual employee strengths and areas for development.\n    -\t**Goal Tracking:** Employees could set personal goals, and managers could track progress against these goals, fostering accountability and engagement.\n\n5. ###Department-Level and Company-Wide Data\n\n    The dashboard allowed users to view data both at a granular department level and across the entire company.\n    \n    -\t**Department-Level Views:** Managers could analyze data for their specific departments, including employee hours, productivity, and efficiency metrics. This allowed them to make informed decisions about resource allocation, staffing, and operational improvements.\n    -\t**Company-Wide Performance:** Executives could access company-wide performance dashboards to see aggregate data across all departments. This allowed them to make strategic decisions about company operations and growth.\n\n6. ###Job-Specific Efficiency Tracking\n\n    The dashboard provided insights into the efficiency of employees on specific jobs, enabling Jonco Die Company to identify opportunities for optimization.\n    \n    -\t**Job-Level Efficiency Metrics:** For each job or project, the system tracked the time spent, the number of tasks completed, and any delays. This enabled management to assess the efficiency of employees working on specific projects and identify areas for process improvement.\n    -\t**Historical Job Data:** The system provided historical data on job efficiency, allowing Jonco Die Company to analyze trends and make data-driven decisions about future projects or workflow optimizations.\n"
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        "content": "-\t**Integration of Registration and Participant Management:** The company needed a streamlined registration system where users could sign up for the event, select their ride options, and pay seamlessly online.\n-\t**Real-Time Updates and Tracking:** A key feature for the event was the ability to provide real-time information on the event day, including route updates, live tracking of participants, and emergency notifications.\n-\t**Mobile Optimization:** The platform needed to offer an intuitive mobile experience, allowing participants to easily view maps, receive notifications, and track their progress during the ride.\n-\t**Custom Branding:** Pizza Luce’s fun, approachable brand needed to be reflected in every element of the site, ensuring the visual design matched their existing brand identity while maintaining user-friendly functionality.\n"
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        "content": "1. ###Website Development\n\n    The team first focused on designing an intuitive, visually appealing event website that could serve as the central point of interaction for users. Key features included:\n\n    -\t**Registration System:** Custom forms were created that allowed participants to easily register for the event, select their ride category (e.g., short ride, long ride), input personal information, and process payments. This system was integrated with popular payment gateways to ensure secure transactions.\n    -\t**Event Details:** The website featured detailed information about the event, including the route map, ride schedules, safety tips, sponsor details, and FAQs. This ensured participants had all the information they needed before, during, and after the event.\n    -\t**Interactive Maps:** Custom-built interactive maps allowed users to explore the various routes in advance and access live updates on the day of the event.\n\n2. ###Mobile Experience\n\n    For the mobile experience, Acts Media designed a mobile-first platform that could either be accessed via a mobile-optimized website or a native app. Features included:\n\n    -\t**Mobile Registration:** Participants could complete their registration directly from their phones, ensuring a hassle-free sign-up process for those on the go.\n    -\t**Event Day Notifications:** On event day, participants received live notifications about key event updates, such as the start time, rest stops, route changes, and emergency alerts.\n    -\t**Live Tracking:** One of the most requested features was the ability for participants to track their progress along the route. GPS integration allowed participants to see where they were on the map in real-time, along with estimated times of arrival at key points along the route.\n    -\t**Social Sharing:** A social integration feature allowed participants to share their experiences during the ride by posting photos and updates to their social media accounts directly from the app, promoting engagement and the event’s visibility.\n\n3. ###Backend System and Integration\n\n    Behind the scenes, the team developed a powerful backend system to ensure the smooth operation of the website and mobile experience. This included:\n\n    -\t**Event Management Dashboard:** The team created an admin dashboard to track registrations, manage participant details, and send updates or notifications to users. This feature also allowed event organizers to monitor the real-time location of cyclists and manage logistics more efficiently.\n    -\t**Real-Time Data Syncing:** The mobile and web platforms were designed to sync in real-time, ensuring that event updates were pushed instantly to both the website and mobile users.\n    -\t**Scalability and Security:** Given the scale of the event, scalability and security were prioritized. The system was designed to handle large volumes of users during peak registration periods and on the day of the event while maintaining robust security features for sensitive data.\n"
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        "content": "-\t**User Engagement:** The event saw a high level of participation, with over 2,000 registrants and a 30% increase in engagement on social media, driven by the mobile sharing features.\n-\t**Seamless Event Day Experience:** Real-time tracking and notifications kept participants informed and engaged throughout the event. Emergency updates and route changes were effectively communicated, enhancing safety and participant satisfaction.\n-\t**Positive Feedback:** Both the website and mobile experience received overwhelmingly positive feedback for their ease of use, with many participants noting the convenience of being able to access event details and track their progress on the go.\n-\t**Improved Event Management:** The event management team was able to monitor progress, adjust logistics in real time, and engage with participants efficiently using the backend dashboard, resulting in smoother event operations and reduced administrative overhead.\n"
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        "content": "The custom-built website and mobile experience for Pizza Luce’s Bike Ride event delivered a high-impact solution that increased participant satisfaction, streamlined event management, and successfully aligned with the brand’s values. By integrating real-time tracking, mobile optimization, and a seamless user experience, the platform ensured that participants had the best possible experience, both leading up to the event and on the day of the ride. This project not only enhanced the event’s logistics but also reinforced Pizza Luce’s commitment to providing a memorable and engaging community event.\n"
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        "content": "3M Company’s Transportation Safety Division, which plays a crucial role in designing and producing traffic safety products, was facing challenges with managing the complex process of license plate design requests from state Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMVs). The existing process was cumbersome and inefficient, with limited visibility and control over communications, approvals, and design production timelines. To address these issues, 3M partnered with Acts Media to develop a custom License Plate Tracker system. The new system aimed to streamline the request process, enhance communication between 3M and state DMVs, ensure the smooth progression of design and production workflows, and provide role-based access to users within 3M and state agencies.\n"
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        "content": "The License Plate Tracker system was developed to automate and manage the entire lifecycle of a state’s license plate request—from the initial request submission by the state DMV to the final delivery of the license plates. Key features of the system included:\n",
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        "content": "-\tInefficient Communication: The process for designing and approving new license plates involved frequent back-and-forth communication between the state DMVs and 3M. With no centralized platform, email threads, phone calls, and manual tracking were used, resulting in lost information and delays.\n-\tLack of Workflow Control: The design and production process lacked structure, often leading to missed steps, delayed approvals, and confusion about the status of requests. It was difficult to track where a request was in the process and whether all tasks were completed before moving to the next stage.\n-\tLimited Access and Accountability: Different users, from state DMV representatives to internal 3M employees, needed different levels of access to the system to perform their roles. There was no clear system in place to enforce this access control, leading to potential security risks and inefficiencies in task management.\n-\tTime-Consuming Manual Processes: The old system involved a lot of manual input and tracking, which was time-consuming and prone to human error. Automating the process was a priority to save time and reduce mistakes.\n"
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        "content": "1. ### Request Submission Portal\n\n    The system provided an intuitive, easy-to-use portal where state DMVs could submit their requests for new license plate designs.\n    \n    - Customizable Submission Forms: The system featured customizable request forms where DMVs could submit specific details regarding the design requirements for the new license plate. This form included sections for required graphics, colors, text, and any special features or security elements.\n    - Real-Time Confirmation and Tracking: Once a request was submitted, both the state DMV and 3M received real-time confirmation and a tracking ID. The state could easily track the status of their request, and 3M would immediately be notified to begin the review and design process.\n\n2. ### Communication Management\n\n    The system provided a robust communication platform to manage all interactions between the state DMVs and 3M during the design and production phases.\n    \n    - Centralized Messaging System: All communications, including design feedback, approval requests, and clarifications, were centralized within the system. This eliminated the need for email chains or phone calls and ensured that all relevant information was stored in one place for easy access and tracking.\n    - Audit Trail and History: The system maintained a detailed audit trail of all interactions between the state and 3M. This feature allowed both parties to easily refer back to prior communications and decisions, reducing the risk of miscommunication or missed information.\n    - Automated Notifications: Automated notifications were sent to both the state DMV and 3M at key points in the process. For example, the system would alert the state when a design was ready for review or when additional information was needed, ensuring that communication stayed on track and timelines were met.\n\n3. ### Workflow Management\n\n    To ensure that every aspect of the design and production process was completed in a timely and efficient manner, the system featured a guided workflow process.\n    \n    - Step-by-Step Workflow: The system guided users through a predefined set of steps, ensuring that all necessary actions were taken before moving to the next stage. For example, the system would ensure that design approval, material selection, testing, and final production steps were all completed in the correct order.\n    - Automated Task Assignment: Based on the workflow, tasks were automatically assigned to the appropriate user based on their role. For instance, once a design was submitted, it was automatically assigned to a 3M designer for review. Upon approval, the request would be sent to production managers for the next steps.\n    - Status Tracking: Both 3M and the state DMV could track the status of each request at any point in the workflow. The system provided a visual indicator of each request’s current status, such as \"In Design,\" \"Under Review,\" or \"Ready for Production,\" giving all parties clear visibility into the progress of each request.\n\n4. ### Role-Based Access\n\n    To ensure security and appropriate access to information, the system implemented role-based access control (RBAC).\n    \n    - Custom User Roles: The system allowed for the creation of custom roles for different users, such as state DMV representatives, 3M designers, production managers, and project administrators. Each role had specific permissions that allowed users to only access the relevant parts of the system based on their responsibilities.\n    - Granular Permissions: For example, a DMV representative could submit requests and review designs but not approve final designs or initiate production. On the other hand, a 3M production manager could initiate production but would not be able to make design decisions. This ensured that only authorized personnel had the ability to make critical changes or decisions.\n    - Audit and Accountability: The role-based access system also enabled better accountability. Each user’s actions were tracked within the system, providing a clear history of who made changes, approved designs, or communicated specific information. This enhanced security and reduced the risk of errors or unauthorized changes.\n"
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        "content": "-\tStreamlined Communication: The centralized messaging and communication system greatly reduced the back-and-forth emails, missed messages, and delays, leading to faster turnaround times for requests. Both 3M and the state DMVs were able to maintain clear and consistent communication throughout the design and production process.\n-\tImproved Efficiency and Workflow: The guided workflow system helped ensure that all steps in the design and production process were completed in a timely and organized manner. Tasks were automatically assigned, and the system tracked progress, reducing the chances of missed steps and improving overall efficiency.\n-\tEnhanced Transparency: Both 3M and state DMVs could track the status of requests in real-time, providing better visibility into the lifecycle of each license plate request. This transparency helped both parties make informed decisions and avoid delays.\n-\tIncreased Accountability and Security: With role-based access, the system ensured that only authorized users could perform specific tasks, reducing the risk of unauthorized actions or mistakes. The system’s audit trail also made it easier to track accountability for each action taken.\n-\tTime Savings: Automating the request submission, design review, approval, and production processes saved significant time for both 3M and state DMVs. Tasks that previously required manual tracking and communication were now handled seamlessly through the system.\n"
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        "content": "Acts Media successfully developed a custom License Plate Tracker system for the Transportation Safety division of 3M, addressing key challenges related to communication inefficiencies, lack of workflow control, and limited user access. The system has streamlined the entire process, allowing state DMVs to submit requests, track progress, and communicate effectively with 3M. With automated workflows, role-based access, and a centralized communication system, 3M now enjoys a more efficient, transparent, and secure process for managing license plate requests. This system has not only improved internal operations but also strengthened 3M’s relationships with state DMVs, making it easier to manage the lifecycle of every license plate request.\n"
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