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About the Client

AutoInfinity is a UK-based provider of stock management solutions for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), retailers, and e-commerce platforms dealing in both new and used vehicles. The company also offers software for inventory tracking, data enrichment, marketing, insurance, and retail management within the automotive industry.

Business Situation

AutoInfinity’s legacy system limited their ability to scale and accommodate new business models. The primary challenges included:

Single-Client Limitation: The existing system could only handle one client’s inventory workflow at a time.
No Support for New Vehicles: Could only manage used cars with UK government registration numbers.
Restricted Search Capabilities: Users couldn’t search for vehicles using order IDs, limiting inventory visibility.
Inefficient Image Management: Required manual linking of images to vehicles at the time of upload.
Poor UI/UX: The outdated system was complex, affecting user experience and operational efficiency.
Scalability Issues: The system couldn’t support multiple concurrent users or adapt to business growth.

The Solution

Unthinkable conducted extensive stakeholder consultations and workshops to define business requirements and technical architecture for the new VIMS. A robust intra-user hierarchy was introduced, mirroring real-world automotive industry workflows to support multiple OEMs, retailers, and automotive groups on a single platform.

The modernized VIMS now allows users to manage inventory at various stages—from order placement to registration, supporting Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Vehicle Registration Number (VRN), and Order IDs. A new image library system powered by Azure Blob Storage enables bulk uploads, streamlining image management. To ensure a seamless and scalable solution, Unthinkable utilized Blazor WebAssembly for UI development and hybrid cloud hosting, optimizing identity management and reducing infrastructure costs.

Multi-Client Support: Developed a multi-nodal system allowing multiple clients to manage workflows simultaneously.
Expanded Vehicle Tracking: Enabled tracking of both used and newly manufactured vehicles with VIN, VRN, and Order IDs.
Advanced Search Features: Integrated a flexible search system supporting multiple inventory parameters.
Efficient Image Management: Built an Azure Blob Storage-powered image library for bulk uploads and streamlined tagging.
Optimized UI/UX: Designed an intuitive, user-friendly interface for seamless inventory navigation and management.
Scalable Cloud Hosting: Implemented a hybrid cloud environment for effortless expansion and cost-efficient scaling.

The Impact

The revamped VIMS system transformed AutoInfinity’s operations, making inventory management faster, more efficient, and scalable. The new multi-client model allowed AutoInfinity to onboard two new clients within a week of launch, each with distinct workflows but operating seamlessly on the platform. Enhanced search capabilities and automated image management improved overall operational efficiency. The adoption of Blazor WebAssembly and hybrid cloud hosting reduced infrastructure costs while preparing the system for future expansions. AutoInfinity’s VIMS is now a scalable, adaptable solution that aligns with the dynamic needs of the automotive industry.

Conclusion

By modernizing AutoInfinity’s legacy inventory system, Unthinkable created a future-ready, multi-client solution tailored to the automotive industry’s evolving demands. The enhanced scalability, usability, and efficiency enabled seamless inventory management for multiple automotive businesses on a single platform. The integration of cloud-based image storage, advanced search features, and a modern UI provided AutoInfinity with a competitive edge. As automotive companies continue to embrace digital transformation, AutoInfinity’s new VIMS ensures long-term growth, operational agility, and enhanced customer experience.