The capstone project, aimed at revolutionizing Edison Motors' transition into production.

Edison Motors, a privately owned Canadian tech company, manufactures electric and dieselelectric hybrid semitrucks, focusing on heavyduty industries like logging and construction. Founded by Chase Barber and Eric Little, Edison Motors has gained a significant following on social media for their innovative approach to clean tech.

Project Overview:

Edison Motors had completed their proof of concept, but faced challenges in tracking thousands of parts used in building preproduction trucks. Their workflows were primarily based on paper and Excel spreadsheets, leading to inefficiencies and disorganization.

Our Solution:

Our goal was to create a cohesive system to track and manage production information. Over four semesters, we planned the project, collaborated with Edison Motors, and developed a web application to centralize data management. Key features include:

* Client and Internal User Interfaces: Buyers can configure trucks based on their needs and submit builds. Internal staff can manage these builds, track parts, and upload inspection sheets.
* Time Management System: Helps Edison Motors manage tasks efficiently, ensuring timely completion of builds.
* Sales Funnel: We developed a website to attract potential buyers, featuring a truck configurator inspired by industry leaders like Tesla and Lucid Motors.

Development Process:

We engaged with the Edison Motors team through structured interviews and workshops to understand their daily challenges. Regular meetings ensured our updates reflected their input, building a strong partnership. We also researched industry standards to design a contemporary and sophisticated website.

Project Features:

* Centralized Data Management: Employees can store and access information digitally, eliminating paperbased inefficiencies.
* Build Dashboard: Allows technicians to track parts and update build statuses.
* Inspection Sheets: Securely stores inspection sheets for legal and quality assurance purposes.
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Lessons Learned:

* Project Management: Utilizing agile methodologies, we divided tasks based on individual skills.
* Client Collaboration: Regular communication with Edison Motors ensured the project met their needs.
* UX Design: We focused on creating a userfriendly interface for both internal and external users.
* Teamwork: Working together, we overcame challenges and developed a comprehensive solution.

Future Plans:

* Messaging System: Implementing a communication feature similar to Discord for customer interactions.
* Financial Tracking: Adding features to manage orders and finances efficiently.
* Issue Tracking: Integrating a board for specific build issues.

Watch our presentation to see how we transformed Edison Motors' production process. Thank you for listening!

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