Success Story: The Next-Generation Custom ERP Software Project We Developed for Hidroekol
The custom ERP we designed from the ground up for Hidroekol — built on .NET 9 and DevExpress XAF — took operational efficiency to its peak with quote-to-order, production planning, finance, and Central Bank integration.
In the age of digital transformation, standard off-the-shelf ERP software often falls short of businesses' unique workflows. This is exactly where the expertise of custom software, offering a tailor-made solution, comes into play. We are sharing the success story of the comprehensive ERP project we designed and delivered from scratch for our valued customer Hidroekol.
Our Customer's Need: Why a Custom ERP?
Operating in the manufacturing and trade sector, Hidroekol needed a level of flexibility, integration capability, and custom workflows that standard solutions could not provide. The main objectives were:
- Automating all sales processes from quote to shipment
- Providing detailed production planning and workshop management
- Working in full integration with local dynamics such as Central Bank (TCMB) exchange rates
- Managing financial and operational data flawlessly from a single center
The Technical Foundations of the Solution We Built
- Technology stack: At the heart of the project are .NET 9.0 and C# 13.0, with DevExpress XAF for enterprise applications. A high-performance, consistent experience across both web (Blazor) and desktop.
- Database independence: A flexible, database-independent structure with the XPO (eXpress Persistent Objects) ORM.
- Modern interfaces: Blazor Server on the web and Windows Desktop on the desktop; responsive interfaces for fast data entry.
Standout Features
Smart, Automated Operations
- Dynamic quotes and orders: Real-time exchange rates via TCMB integration; one-click conversion of a quote into an order.
- Precise production planning: A clear production and delivery plan based on a custom work calendar (shifts/breaks).
- Warehouse and stock tracking: Optimized inventory with min/max stock levels and automatic movement tracking.
Finance That Delivers Full Control
- Central finance modules: Customer accounts, bank, and personnel transactions under a single roof; foreign-currency payables/receivables and maturity reports.
- Top-tier security: Full transparency with JWT Bearer authentication, role-based access control (RBAC), and an audit trail.
Flexible, Scalable Infrastructure
- Multi-tenant support: The ability to manage different companies/branches from the same system in the future.
- Easy integration: Integration with different platforms via a RESTful API.
A Successful Digital Transformation Partnership
Thanks to this project, Hidroekol boosted its operational efficiency, minimized its error rate by eliminating manual processes, gained the ability to make strategic decisions based on real-time data, and acquired a scalable infrastructure.
If you, too, need a solution tailored to your business — one that standard software cannot deliver — we can help with the experience we gained on this project.
