About the Client
The client is a Brooklyn-based leading signage manufacturer offering over 80,000 products. Through 25+ self-owned websites, it serves over one million customers across 75+ countries, catering to businesses, institutions, and resellers while emphasizing safety, compliance, and high-quality signage solutions.
Business Situation & Requirements
Managing a large and diverse inventory made it difficult for the client to track product conditions, stock levels, and expiration timelines accurately. Limited visibility led to inefficiencies and avoidable wastage, highlighting the need for a more structured and reliable system. Off-the-shelf tools lacked the flexibility to support their specific workflows, making a custom inventory management approach essential for real-time tracking and better control.
To address this, the client aimed to develop an asset management application integrated with QR-enabled tagging for seamless tracking. The platform needed to support real-time inventory insights, efficient scanning capabilities, and ease of use for vendors and small businesses. They required a technology partner to build a scalable, user-friendly platform tailored to their operational needs.
The key requirements were:
Plan end-to-end application development with an optimized, scalable technology stack
Design intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for Android and iOS platforms
Build an efficient admin panel for user and product management
Enable role-based access and streamlined operational workflows
Integrate compliance features with automated reporting and documentation
Ensure offline functionality for inventory management in low-connectivity areas
Solution
Unthinkable’s team defined the platform architecture, refined requirements, and established a clear product vision with a structured roadmap. Considering scalability and future growth, the team selected an optimal technology stack, including Flutter for mobile and web, ReactJS for the admin panel, and .NET for the backend.
Unthinkable developed a user-centric application enabling QR code scanning to capture item details such as name, quantity, and expiration. The solution provided real-time inventory visibility, while its intuitive interface ensured seamless usage across mobile and web platforms.
Seamless Inventory Visibility & Collaboration
- Scan QR codes to view detailed box and item information
- Edit contents, move items between boxes, and update inventory data
- Export inventory data in formats like PDF and CSV
- Share box details via email for collaboration and analysis
Enhanced Item Identification with Visual Documentation
- Capture item images directly using the in-app camera
- Attach multiple photos to individual inventory entries
- Improve item identification with visual documentation
- Simplify record-keeping for packing and inventory tracking
Faster Data Entry with Voice-Enabled Input
- Enable hands-free data entry using voice input
- Convert spoken item details into accurate text
- Add descriptions, quantities, and notes quickly
- Enhance efficiency during manual handling tasks
Uninterrupted Inventory Management with Offline Access
- Access inventory and scan QR codes without internet
- Add, edit, and manage items in offline mode
- Sync data automatically once connectivity is restored
- Ensure consistent data access across multiple devices
Proactive Inventory Control with Smart Alerts
- Receive alerts for low stock levels and item expiries
- Set reminders for important inventory-related tasks
- Enable proactive and timely inventory management
- Improve operational efficiency with real-time notifications
Revenue Enablement through In-App Product Discovery
- Display client products within the application
- Provide detailed product information to users
- Redirect users to the client’s website for purchases
- Support revenue generation through in-app product visibility
Admin Panel
Centralized Admin Control & Secure Access Management
- Enable the super admin to invite and manage admins
- Provide secure login and credential management
- Allow email-based admin onboarding process
- Control admin roles and access permissions
Comprehensive User Oversight & Control
- View and manage comprehensive user lists
- Access detailed user profiles and activity
- Add, remove, or block users as required
- Maintain platform security and user control
Actionable User Insights & Data Management
- Monitor user activity and usage metrics
- Track scanned boxes and inventory details
- Edit and manage user-related data efficiently
- Search user data using keywords and filters
Efficient Product & Monetization Management
- Add, update, or remove products from the platform
- Manage product details, including images and descriptions
- Maintain an accurate and up-to-date product catalog
- Configure purchase links and product visibility
The Impact
The inventory management application has significantly boosted operational efficiency for our client, streamlining oversight of 80,000+ products across 25+ self-owned websites.
Real-time insights into inventory levels and locations have reduced errors, optimized resource allocation, and driven measurable cost savings.
With operations spanning 75+ countries globally, the intuitive, user-friendly interface has enhanced productivity and garnered strong user satisfaction. Building on this success, the client plans to further refine processes and explore new growth opportunities.
80,000+
Products
25+
Owned Websites
75+
Countries Globally Served
