Shop Controller

Superpowers for your autoshop.

The Challenge: From Paper Chaos to Digital Dominance

The auto repair industry was trapped in analog purgatory, desperately needing a comprehensive digital solution that would revolutionize their operations. Shop Controller required a cohesive digital ecosystem that would seamlessly connect their brand across web and mobile platforms.

Market Pain Points:

  • Management systems stuck in the stone age

  • Fragmented workflows causing daily headaches

  • Analytics that belonged in a museum

  • User experiences designed by committee

Brand Identity System

The visual foundation emerged from exploring power symbols and neural patterns, resulting in:

  • A dynamic stacked "C" logo with an integrated lightning bolt

  • Hero Kid typography for bold, commanding headlines1

  • Dark mode-first approach with light mode flexibility

  • Custom 8-pixel icon system mirroring the logo's energy

Website UI/UX

The website serves as the brand's digital storefront, designed to convert visitors into believers:

  • Modular design system ensuring consistent visual hierarchy

  • Quick-load animations highlighting key features

  • Interactive demonstrations of app functionality

  • Responsive design optimized for all devices

  • Strategic content architecture driving conversion

App UI/UX Excellence

The Shop Controller app transforms complex operations into intuitive workflows:

  • Core Features:

  • Quick-add functionality for rapid data entry

  • Slide-in dialogs maintaining context

  • Real-time synchronization across devices

  • Third-party system integration via custom wrappers1


  • Technical Implementation:

  • 8-pixel design system for pixel-perfect consistency

  • Modular typography scale for optimal readability

  • Dark mode optimization for shop environments

  • Mobile-first approach for technician accessibility

Measurable Impact:

  • Successful deployment across 30-40 demonstration sessions with future power users

  • Seamless integration with multiple third-party automotive systems

  • Transformed scattered paper processes into streamlined digital workflows

  • Enthusiastic user adoption with minimal training requirements

The result? A comprehensive digital ecosystem that transforms auto shops from technological laggards into digital leaders. The unified experience across web and mobile platforms ensures that whether users are scheduling appointments online or managing repairs in the shop, they're wielding the same powerful tools with confidence and ease.