Most clients know us for building online stores, that’s our core. But we also build the systems behind the scenes, the digital tools and workflows that keep everything running efficiently. When off-the-shelf solutions fall short, we develop something that fits.
You don’t need another generic platform. You need a system that aligns with how your business actually operates. At Maksimer, we build digital tools grounded in your daily operations and designed for future growth.
This is how we help companies build long-term, scalable solutions.
To illustrate that process, we asked Petter Ahlqvist, CTO in Sweden at Maksimer, to walk us through a recent project.
Start with the right questions
“The client had a clear objective,” says Petter. “They sell used machine parts. Each item is unique, with different conditions, compatibility, and origins. That’s not something a standard platform handles well.”
Instead of starting with assumptions, we focused on the right questions:
- How are parts currently handled?
- Where are the pain points?
- Who uses the system, and how?
Based on those insights, we mapped workflows, data structures, and existing tools. We didn’t try to fit their business into a product. We built a product around their business.
Build for the specific need
Selling used parts is not like selling packaged goods. Every component is unique. Some are modified. Others fit multiple machines. Accuracy is critical.
“We developed a system that tracks each part back to its original vehicle,” Petter explains. “It also shows which machines the part is compatible with, using both verified and predicted data.”
Key features included:
- A tailored data model linking each part to its source
- Smart search tools for finding compatible machines
- Tagging rules to separate verified from theoretical matches
Integrate what matters
Beyond inventory, the client needed to manage stock, process parts, and sell online.
We delivered:
- Shopify sync for product listings
- A custom scanner app for Zebra devices
- Simple tools to assign shelf locations
- One-click actions for publishing, archiving, and moving items
All built for speed, clarity, and efficiency.
Designed for the user
“The people using this system aren’t developers. They’re technicians working with machines,” Petter notes.
That’s why we focused on:
- Clear, task-oriented forms
- Mobile-first design
- Minimal steps to complete a task
The result: parts are registered quickly, data is easy to verify, and every workflow is streamlined.
Why off-the-shelf wasn’t enough
Standard platforms are built around rules and uniformity. But this business runs on exceptions. Shared product IDs and fixed categories fall short when two parts look the same but have different specs.
“We reviewed what was available. Then we built what was missing,” says Petter.
By owning the code, the client can:
- Add new fields without redeploying
- Maintain reliable cross-system records
- Avoid inefficient workarounds
What’s next
This solution does more than list parts. It reflects how the business actually works. And it’s built to evolve.
“We don’t just launch and leave,” Petter says. “As the business grows, the system grows with it.”
If your business needs a system built around how you operate, not how a template expects you to, we’d love to hear from you.
