Web Application

ColorVision — Automotive Color Formula Platform

Developed a professional automotive color mixing platform with 120,000 formulas, toner-based search, OEM brand references, and formula cost calculation.

Color formulas
120,000+
OEM brands
Multiple
Search types
Toner · OEM · Count
Challenge

What needed to move

Automotive paint professionals often need to find formulas based on toner availability and cost. ColorVision helps them quickly identify possible formulas, compare toner usage, and calculate mixing cost.

Next.js frontend with Tailwind CSS
Formula database with multi-field search index
Toner availability filtering engine
Dynamic cost calculator using user-entered toner prices
Solution Architecture

How the system was shaped

The implementation focused on clarity, repeatability, and operational confidence.

Built a searchable database platform for 120,000 automotive color formulas.
Implemented toner availability filtering so professionals find usable formulas.
Added OEM car brand reference system for cross-checking.
Designed a cost calculator where users input toner prices to get real mixing costs.
Outcomes

Outcomes

Practical improvements in reliability, process visibility, and execution speed.

Paint professionals can find formulas in seconds instead of flipping through binders.
Toner-based filtering surfaces only formulas possible with available materials.
Mixing cost calculation helps with pricing and purchasing decisions.
Tools Used

Tools used

Technology choices were selected around maintainability, visibility, and dependable delivery.

Next.js
Tailwind CSS
Database Search
AI-assisted Development
Execution Timeline

Delivery timeline

The phases below show how the work was framed and stabilized.

Phase 1
Formula database

Structured and indexed 120,000 automotive color formulas.

Phase 2
Search engine

Built toner availability and OEM brand filtering.

Phase 3
Cost calculator

Added per-toner price input and formula cost output.

Phase 4
UI design

Clean professional interface designed for paint shop daily use.