Auto Nagel
Auto Nagel is a Germany-based automotive industry leader known for selling new and used cars, providing maintenance services, and supplying high-quality automotive parts.
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- Domain: Automotive
- Location: Germany
- Timeline: Ongoing collaboration since 2024
- Services:
SaaS development, document management, eCommerce solutions
- Full-Stack Developer (PHP/Laravel)
- Frontend Developer (Vue.js)
- Backend Developer (Symfony)
- UX/UI Designer, Project Manager
PHP 8.1
Symfony components
Pimcore 10
JavaScript
Vue.js
CSS
Twig
React +
Next.js
MySQL
SQLite
GraphQL
Docker
Linux servers
GitLab CI/CD
Deployer
“Our goal with Auto Nagel was to create an advanced, comprehensive platform that would streamline their automotive services, enabling seamless eCommerce, logistics management, and document workflows. This solution allowed Auto Nagel to improve operational efficiency and scale their business operations effectively.”
We collaborated with Auto Nagel to create an end-to-end SaaS platform that enhanced team coordination, automated manual workflows, and optimized construction project management. From the beginning, we worked closely with them to build an intuitive solution. Using the latest technologies, we delivered a platform that meets their today’s needs and supports future growth.”
Background
Our collaboration with Auto Nagel began in early 2024 with the goal of creating a scalable SaaS platform that integrated seamlessly with their operational needs and included logistics and document workflow management.
Auto Nagel approached us at Intobi with the ambition to transform their digital infrastructure into a robust, integrated platform. Their existing system was fragmented and lacked the functionality needed to support the expansion of their eCommerce operations and efficient document management.
The need for a unified platform capable of handling logistics, accounting, and driver management was paramount to maintaining and growing their competitive edge.
Our first task was to extend their development team with a skilled developer capable of adapting quickly to Pimcore, an open-source enterprise PHP platform. Although new to Pimcore, we invested time and resources into mastering it, allowing us to meet Auto Nagel’s requirements.
Business challenges
- The existing system experienced significant limitations in handling complex document workflows and logistical management. The inefficiencies in document creation and organization processes led to errors and prolonged the overall task completion time. The platform’s fragmented nature affected seamless integration between eCommerce functionalities, logistics tracking, and document management.
- Scaling eCommerce operations posed challenges due to the need for advanced functionalities, such as role-based access and streamlined purchasing processes, which were not fully supported by the legacy system. This limited the platform’s ability to expand its product offerings and adapt to user expectations effectively.
- Managing transportation logistics and driver activities required tools that were lacking in the existing system. The absence of comprehensive solutions for real-time tracking and driver management created operational bottlenecks. Integrating accounting processes with logistics operations was complex, making financial management cumbersome.
- The platform lacked a unified approach, with separate modules for different operations. This fragmented setup made it difficult to manage and track activities across eCommerce, logistics, and document workflows cohesively, reducing overall business efficiency.
Value delivered
- The system was transformed to integrate comprehensive document management, logistics tracking, and eCommerce capabilities. We developed a custom document builder using a robust API and custom coding, enabling administrators to create, manage, and analyze complex documents through an intuitive interface. Thу tool reduced errors, accelerated document workflows, and provided valuable analytics for tracking usage and performance.
- A scalable eCommerce platform was designed to support an expanded range of automotive products. The platform integrated role-based access control and advanced purchasing workflows to facilitate a seamless user experience while maintaining high security.
- We implemented logistics and driver management modules for real-time tracking of driver activities and logistics operations. The development of a dedicated driver portal provided a centralized interface for drivers to access job details, earnings, and essential documents, enhancing communication and operational efficiency. Additionally, an integrated accounting module simplified financial transaction management, aligning with the logistics tools for a cohesive process.
- The platform was designed using a modular architecture, leveraging technologies like Symfony, GraphQL, and Docker. This structure ensured the solution was adaptable and maintainable, supporting future growth and feature integration. Automated deployment workflows using GitLab CI/CD and Deployer allowed for rapid updates and continuous integration, further solidifying the platform’s resilience and scalability.
