ERP Platform Design & Development (Case Study)

Project Plan

Task

Development of ERP platform

Team

PM, Business Analyst, UX Researcher, 2 UI/UX Designer, 3 Front-end Developers, 2 Back-end Developers, QA, DevOps

Duration

8 month

Scope

40 web screens

Overview

The manufacturing German-based company CoreSphere has become our customer after familiarizing itself with our previous work related to the challenge it faced. Our client relied on an ineffective system that produced more errors and issues, initiating delays in operations. The team behind this brand name needed a single platform, feature-rich and intuitive, to manage core aspects of the firm.

Our all-in-one solution was launched in 9 months, including all the deliverables like high-level customization for more efficient usage, safe data migration, end-user training, testing, and deployment. Owing to in-depth research, our team represented an in-demand platform that enriches business operations and reduces cost spending.

Deliverables

Results

CoreSphere’s manual workflows were slowing progress. Limeup’s ERP system cut delays by 30%, streamlining staff coordination, finance tracking, inventory, maintenance, and procurement. Tasks that once caused bottlenecks now run smoothly in the background, freeing the team to focus on high-value work.

Advanced inventory management drove a 25% cut in related costs by offering real-time insights into stock levels, pricing, and key metrics. Overstocking and shortages are no longer issues, with forecasting powered by accurate data.

Live financial and workforce dashboards give leadership a clear view of performance. With better visibility, planning became proactive, and productivity rose.

The ERP launch transformed CoreSphere’s operations, cutting costs, improving accuracy, and unlocking time for growth and innovation.

Dashboard

Staff

Finances

Inventory

Maintenence

Procurement

Dashboard

Staff

Finances

Inventory

Maintenence

Procurement

Information Architecture

Our team designed a tightly structured interface where every element, text, button, panel serves a purpose. Users can instantly access core features like chat, scheduling, and tracking metrics through a clean, intuitive layout. On the back end, NestJS and GraphQL power modular APIs, while Next.js ensures fast, server-rendered performance.

PostgreSQL stores content and collaboration data, with Redis supporting real-time updates. WebSockets drive live whiteboarding and editing. Everything runs in Docker containers on AWS ECS, with assets on S3 and monitoring via CloudWatch. The system is engineered for responsiveness, clarity, and seamless collaboration from end to end.

Information Architecture

Technologies We Used

Aiming for seamless performance and scalable growth, CoreSphere called for a robust solution. We responded with a tailored tech stack that delivers power under the hood and adaptability on the surface.

Front-end

React.js

Next.js

Back-end & API

NestJS

GraphQL

Data & Realtime

PostgreSQL

Redis

WebSockets

Infrastructure

AWS

Docker

Integrations

Firebase Auth

Stripe API

OpenAI API

Figma API

Security

Our strategy covered securing all data critical to CoreSphere’s success, spanning from operational metrics to personnel documentation:

User authorization and detailed role access are handled on the back-end using JWT.

WebSocket communication employs token-based verification to protect synchronous interactions.

Firebase Authentication manages user sign-in and session control.

Stripe API is connected with payment processing compliant with PCI standards.

AWS CloudWatch monitors system health and ensures operational stability.

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User persona

HR Manager

Age:42

Status:Married

Location:Munich, Germany

Proactive

Organized

Detail-oriented

Efficient

Biography

is an experienced HR manager handling recruitment, payroll, and compliance in a manufacturing company. Tasked with implementing an ERP system, he aims to modernize HR processes and improve efficiency. He values practical solutions that simplify daily operations and enhance employee management.

Personality

Loyal

Frickle

Introvert

Extravert

Analytical

Creative

Goals

Streamline operations and reduce manual work
Ensure compliance with German labor laws
Improve workforce planning a
Optimize payroll and leave management

Motivation

Efficiency & automation
Data-driven decisions
Compliance & accuracy
Career growth

Needs

User-friendly ERP with HR tool integration
Proper training & support
Real-time reporting & compliance tracking

Frustration

Resistance to change
ERP complexity & integration issues
Implementation delays

HR Manager

Age:42

Status:Married

Location:Munich, Germany

Proactive

Organized

Detail-oriented

Efficient

Biography

Personality

Loyal

Frickle

Introvert

Extravert

Analytical

Creative

Goals

Streamline operations and reduce manual work
Ensure compliance with German labor laws
Improve workforce planning a
Optimize payroll and leave management

Motivation

Efficiency & automation
Data-driven decisions
Compliance & accuracy
Career growth

Needs

User-friendly ERP with HR tool integration
Proper training & support
Real-time reporting & compliance tracking

Frustration

Resistance to change
ERP complexity & integration issues
Implementation delays

User journey map

	Entice	Enter	Engage	Exit	Entend
Touch Points	Online research and demos HR & manufacturing conferences ERP recommendations from industry peers	Initial ERP consultation with vendor Internal discussions with management & IT Decision-making based on cost, features, and compliance	System setup & integration with HR tools Employee training & onboarding sessions Testing & resolving workflow challenges	System fully adopted by company teams Performance evaluation & issue resolution Feedback collection from employees	Continuous optimization & feature upgrades Advanced reporting & analytics usage Expansion to other processes

	Research	Sign Up	Application usage	Achievements	Share experience
User goals	Identify ERP solutions tailored for your needs Compare features, pricing, and compliance support Gather feedback	Ensure smooth contract negotiation Align system capabilities Set up initial training	Automate workflows (payroll, leave, compliance) Improve departments options Utilize real-time reports for work planning	Reduce manual tasks and errors Ensure full compliance with labor laws Increase efficiency	Provide feedback to vendor for improvements Share insights with peers
User questions	Which ERP fits manufacturing company needs? Which ERP fits manufacturing HR needs? What do other managers say?	Does it meet our compliance needs? How complex is the setup? What training is required?	How do I automate key tasks? Where can I track other data? Where can I track employee data?	Is workflow more efficient? Are errors and delays reduced? How satisfied are other team members?	Where can I track employee data? How does it compare to past tools? How does it compare to past tools?
Solutions	Compare ERP reviews and case studies Demo and free trials Consult industry peers and experts	Align ERP features with company Align ERP features with HR needs Align ERP features with HR needs	Automate payroll and compliance tasks Use dashboards for workforce insights Access vendor support for troubleshooting	Monitor efficiency improvements Track compliance and error reduction Collect employee feedback for refinement	Provide feedback to the vendor Share insights in networks Recommend or review for peers

	Entice	Enter
Touch Points	Online research and demos HR & manufacturing conferences ERP recommendations from industry peers	Initial ERP consultation with vendor Internal discussions with management & IT Decision-making based on cost, features, and compliance

	Research	Sign Up
User goals	Identify ERP solutions tailored for your needs Compare features, pricing, and compliance support Gather feedback	Ensure smooth contract negotiation Align system capabilities Set up initial training
User questions	Which ERP fits manufacturing company needs? Which ERP fits manufacturing HR needs? What do other managers say?	Does it meet our compliance needs? How complex is the setup? What training is required?
Solutions	Compare ERP reviews and case studies Demo and free trials Consult industry peers and experts	Align ERP features with company Align ERP features with HR needs Align ERP features with HR needs

	Engage
Touch Points	System setup & integration with HR tools Employee training & onboarding sessions Testing & resolving workflow challenges

	Application usage
User goals	Automate workflows (payroll, leave, compliance) Improve departments options Utilize real-time reports for work planning
User questions	How do I automate key tasks? Where can I track other data? Where can I track employee data?
Solutions	Automate payroll and compliance tasks Use dashboards for workforce insights Access vendor support for troubleshooting

	Exit	Entend
Touch Points	System fully adopted by company teams Performance evaluation & issue resolution Feedback collection from employees	Continuous optimization & feature upgrades Advanced reporting & analytics usage Expansion to other processes

	Achievements	Share experience
User goals	Reduce manual tasks and errors Ensure full compliance with labor laws Increase efficiency	Provide feedback to vendor for improvements Share insights with peers
User questions	Is workflow more efficient? Are errors and delays reduced? How satisfied are other team members?	Where can I track employee data? How does it compare to past tools? How does it compare to past tools?
Solutions	Monitor efficiency improvements Track compliance and error reduction Collect employee feedback for refinement	Provide feedback to the vendor Share insights in networks Recommend or review for peers

Functionality

Based on a thorough analysis, we distilled key functions that address operational targets and end-user convenience:

Dashboard Summary

We have developed and designed an instrument to track data related to the total number of staff, new clients, total orders, turnovers, staff application cards (with infographics), and other essential moments that allow admins to take a glance and estimate their current business condition.

Staff Records

Since CoreSphere has a large team, performance results, user management, and other points have to be represented within one convenient tab — we have created such one, displaying information about departments, projects, and staff personal data (from name to member ID, emails, roles to action). We have also implemented a feature that enables the stress-free addition of new employees.

Finance & Payroll Review

Taxes, lean, salary growth, monthly net salary, breakdowns — all of them are arranged across one screen for fast access and control, instant results, summaries, and other standpoints. Administrators can set basic salaries according to job title and level, overview tax definition, payslip, and payroll with the ability to filter out needed categories.