Thriving Together: 8 Years of Continuous Growth and Success with AICOMP

When the paper packaging industry meets cutting-edge software solutions, AiComp is at the forefront. As a leading provider in this space for over 25 years, AiComp empowers manufacturers to streamline CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote) processes and efficiently manage industry-specific operations. Their mission? To enhance and optimize processes—much like Lupus Consulting.

Strong partnership with Aicomp and LupusConsulting

When the paper packaging industry meets cutting-edge software solutions, AiComp is at the forefront. As a leading provider in this space for over 25 years, AiComp empowers manufacturers to streamline CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote) processes and efficiently manage industry-specific operations. Their mission? To enhance and optimize processes—much like Lupus Consulting.

The Challenge
At the beginning of a partnership, initial challenges in communication can arise. These need to be tackled hand on.

Initially, the collaboration faced several significant challenges, including the need for specialized knowledge of the AICOMP-specific VCXI* package and an understanding of the packaging industry. Collaboration across different time zones with AICOMP's functional team required extra coordination, while the complex processes involved required careful analysis and optimization.
Early stages saw performance bottlenecks with new processes, which were swiftly addressed. Throughout, both AICOMP and our lead developer demanded high standards, ensuring quality at every step. While initial communication barriers and occasional lack of detailed information slowed progress at times, the teams quickly adapted, improving clarity and efficiency as the project moved forward.

The Solution
Knowledge sharing and continuous learning as a recipe for success - fostering seamless collaboration, optimizing performance, and never compromising high-quality standards.

At Lupus Consulting, we embraced knowledge sharing by taking a step-by-step approach to mastering the required technologies and processes. Each team member contributed insights, strengthening our collective expertise. We built a centralized knowledge repository, ensuring all team members had access to critical information.
We quickly filled gaps in packaging industry expertise, staying ahead of challenges through continuous learning. Despite time zone differences, we maintained seamless collaboration by implementing daily handover emails and end-of-day calls, ensuring smooth communication and consistent progress.
Our comprehensive understanding grew over time, starting with small processes and gradually expanding to a complete solution. With AICOMP’s guidance, we optimized performance and tackled challenges more effectively.

"The most challenging part was adapting to the complexity of AICOMP’s unique requirements and packaging industry nuances. However, thanks to our committed team and persistent learning, we have not only overcome those obstacles but have built a lasting, successful relationship with AICOMP that continues to thrive."

Roland Gaal, PMO

To maintain high-quality standards, we implemented development guidelines and code checks early in the project. As communication channels initially limited our progress, we expanded them to ensure all team members had equal access to information. We also took the initiative by proactively filling gaps in ticket details, ensuring smooth and steady progress.
At every step, Lupus remained committed to addressing the customer's needs and growing alongside them, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.

The Result
A strong, trusting partnership, with our team developing deep solution-specific expertise, enabling us to ensure AiComp stays ahead of the curve.

Lupus and AICOMP have built a stronger partnership over 8 years of successful collaboration, creating a foundation of trust and mutual growth. Our team has developed deep expertise in both the packaging industry and VCXI*-specific solutions, allowing us to consistently meet high standards of quality in code, documentation, and communication.

"When I joined Lupus as a new developer, my first project was with AICOMP, a complex implementation involving specialized areas. Thanks to my strong background in object-oriented programming and my diligent work ethic, within 3 months, I was entrusted with my own tasks and delivered them using best practices. During the pandemic, I became the last Lupus team member actively involved in the project. Today, I’m proud to lead the team, and with their support, we’ve achieved numerous successes and look forward to many more in our ongoing partnership with AICOMP."

Lead Developer

With over 8 years of continued success, the partnership continues to thrive. Today, our team has the comprehensive expertise to independently handle evaluations, technical design, specifications, implementation, and technical unit testing—ensuring ongoing excellence and value for AICOMP.
This project stands as a testament to our ability to overcome challenges, continually improve, and deliver exceptional value to our clients.