Compo Tech PLUS

Efficient planning of unique
composite manufacturing

About CompoTech

Compotech started with simple products such as pipes. Over time they have moved from this product to more complex structures. At the beginning they did a lot of prototypes and custom manufacturing which have transitioned to larger production, and number of different kinds of orders have increased. So they decided to organize their system of planning their production. They started with a bunch of excel tables. Then Rory Carter came with the FileMaker platform.

Initially they used the database only for creating and printing small notes, then they sticked them on a big planning board. This simple information system helped them to deal with all orders, requests and sales activities.

Giving the App a Name

As part of the analysis 24U suggested that Compotech gives their system some name. They thought about it, and realized that it was a good idea because user build relationships with the product through its name. And a good name can create a good relationship. Especially when they can use the name easily and naturally in an informal communication. They came up with the name Adiutor.

As an added value, 24U brought in the team development principles. The company was able to effectively combine the experience of 24U’s developers with the in-house developer’s knowledge of the Compotech’s manufacturing and business processes.

iPad as a Dust Resistant Terminal

One of the specifics of working with carbon fibres is the fact that as a side effect of the production, a dust appears, which is conductive, and not suitable for an electrical equipment. Thanks to FileMaker Go, 24U could develop interface for iPad as well. iPad is resistant to the dusty work environment, and can be used without problem.