Hutech Solutions

Hutech Solutions' End-to-End Software Development for Max Drive

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Project Overview

Max Drive, a fast-growing Nigeria-based company in the electric vehicle (EV) subscription and rental space, partnered with Hutech Solutions to address a series of operational challenges like vehicle tracking and fleet management as they expanded their business. Max Drive, headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, specializes in commercial vehicle subscriptions and rentals and had been leveraging multiple non-proprietary software solutions, leading to inefficiencies in operations. Hutech Solutions was engaged to develop a custom, scalable, and integrated technology platform to streamline Max Drive’s operations, enabling them to grow across Africa and commercialize their software applications in the future.

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Key Challenges

Max Drive faced numerous operational challenges as it scaled:
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Vehicle Track & Trace Challenges:

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Limited Visibility

Lack of real-time visibility of the fleet, leading to delayed responses and operational inefficiencies.

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Inefficient Record-Keeping

Disjointed systems made it difficult to manage and maintain accurate records for the entire vehicle fleet.

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Monitoring Driver Behavior

Ineffective tracking systems made it hard to monitor driver performance and enforce safety.

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Inefficient Resource Allocation

Resources such as fuel, drivers, and vehicles were not optimally allocated, leading to increased costs.

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Maintenance Challenges

Difficulty in tracking vehicle maintenance schedules resulted in unnecessary downtime and increased repair costs.

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Lack of Predictive Insights

No predictive analysis tools were available for anticipating maintenance or identifying usage trends.

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Security Risks

The absence of robust security systems put vehicles at risk of theft and other security threats.

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Poor Customer Experience

Slow response times and lack of transparency in operations impacted customer satisfaction

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ERP & CRM Challenges

Slow Vehicle Onboarding

The process of onboarding and activating vehicles took up to two weeks, affecting revenue generation

Lack of Vehicle Inventory Visibility

Real-time inventory tracking was absent, resulting in inefficiencies and delays.

Delays in Payment and Settlements

The absence of an integrated payment reconciliation system led to delayed payments and settlements.

No Ticketing & Incident Management System

Issues like accidents, repairs, or disputes were poorly tracked due to the lack of a proper ticketing system.

Difficulty in Tracking Vehicle Recovery & Renewals

Subscription renewals and vehicle recovery were not streamlined.

Lack of Analytics and Reporting

No centralized system provided a 360-degree view of operations, limiting strategic decision-making

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Solutions Delivered by Hutech Solutions

Hutech Solutions’ technical team, led by its CTO, with 250+ years of collective experience in building large-scale enterprise applications, delivered a tailor-made vehicle tracking and fleet management solution for Max Drive. The new system leveraged cloud-native, AI-driven frameworks to address the scalability, visibility, and operational challenges Max Drive faced. The key modules delivered include:

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Vehicle Procurement & Lifecycle Management

Streamlined vehicle onboarding, management, and offboarding processes for faster activation and better lifecycle tracking.

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Workshop Management

Efficient scheduling and tracking of vehicle maintenance through a dedicated workshop module.

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Onboarding & Activation Process

A custom KYC (Know Your Customer) and vehicle activation process that reduced onboarding times from two weeks to mere days.

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Vehicle Track & Trace

Real-time vehicle tracking and traceability using telematics solutions, offering full visibility of the fleet through our vehicle telematics system.

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AI-Powered Operations Cost Calculation

Implemented AI-driven models to optimise operations by calculating costs per day, or unit costs, improving resource allocation

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Payment Settlement & Reconciliation

Automated systems for faster payment settlements and streamlined reconciliation processes, leading to fewer delays.

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AI-Powered Analytics and Visualization

Developed predictive analytics and forecasting tools that offer actionable insights into fleet operations, enabling better decision-making.

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Key Benefits:

The solutions delivered resulted in the following tangible benefits for Max Drive:

Increased Operational Efficiency

The integrated platform streamlined various business processes, improving overall efficiency

Complete Vehicle Visibility

Real-time visibility into the entire fleet significantly improved tracking, allocation, and security

Improved Collection & Settlement Processes

Automated reconciliation and payment systems led to faster and more accurate transactions

Automated Ticketing & Incident Management

The new system streamlined incident tracking and resolution, improving customer satisfaction

Enhanced Decision-Making

AI-powered analytics enabled Max Drive to make data-driven decisions, improving both operational efficiency and business strategy.

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Project Insights

Project Duration

The project spanned 18 months, with incremental deliveries over 12 months and 4 months of ongoing support and maintenance.


Man Hours

Approximately 24,000 man-hours were consumed to deliver the solution.

Technology Stack

The platform was built using a modern, modular, API-first, and AI-driven tech stack. It leveraged open-source technologies to reduce development and maintenance costs.



Scalability

The system was designed to support Max Drive's multi-country expansion and laid the foundation for future commercialization of the software.

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Business Impact

The solutions provided by Hutech Solutions had a significant positive impact on Max Drive’s business:

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Slow Vehicle Onboarding

The process of onboarding and activating vehicles took up to two weeks, affecting revenue generation

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Improved Visibility and Traceability

The telematics-based tracking system improved vehicle management, reducing downtime and increasing fleet availability.

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Enhanced Payment and Settlement Systems

Faster and more accurate payment processes improved cash flow and reduced delays.

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Automated Incident Management

Max Drive’s customer service and issue resolution times improved, boosting customer satisfaction

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Data-Driven Decisions

The AI-powered analytics system provided the insights needed for strategic decisions, such as predictive maintenance and optimal resource allocation.

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Technology Stack

Backend Stack

NodeJS

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

AWS Lambda

Frontend & Integration

React

Flutter

Iot Core

NextJS

Apache Superset

Open AI LLM

Google Analytics

Others

AWS Cloud

Jira

Confluence

Figma

ERP Next

Frappe

Summary

Hutech Solutions’ tailored vehicle tracking and fleet management software solutions helped Max Drive overcome significant operational hurdles, enabling them to scale efficiently across Africa. With an integrated, cloud-native, AI-driven platform, Max Drive now enjoys streamlined operations, enhanced visibility, and improved customer satisfaction—positioning them for long-term growth and success in the EV subscription and rental market.

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