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Last updated: 16 July 2026

A new custom reporting tool for all brances of VCST

VCST, a manufacturing company in the automotive industry, struggled to manage and analyze production quality data across its global sites. The challenge was a slow, inefficient reporting process that limited collaboration and delayed decision-making. In partnership with ACA, a unified end-to-end reporting solution was implemented to centralize data access and standardize reporting. This resulted in faster insights, improved communication, and more efficient global production operations.

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Challenge

VCST struggled with slow, manual reporting processes across its global branches. Data was collected centrally in Belgium, but the analysis and sharing involved multiple steps and delays which impacted communication and decision-making.

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Solution

ACA developed a centralized, user-friendly reporting tool, allowing all branches to access real-time production data and quality reports. A global dashboard provided the Belgian headquarters with an overview of all sites.

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Result

The new system automated data analysis, reducing manual effort and delays. Real-time access to reports improved decision-making, while increased collaboration across branches led to a more efficient workflow and better quality control.

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About VCST

VCST is an international automotive supplier that specializes in powertrain and brake components. With branches in Belgium, Germany, Romania, China, and Mexico, the company is known for producing high-quality gears for the automotive industry.

Challenge

Optimizing data analysis across multiple sites

Previously, VCST had a prototype reporting tool for its Belgian branch, developed by an engineer. This tool allowed employees to request analysis on production quality for gears at their location. However, with VCST operating across multiple countries, the process of collecting, analyzing, and sharing this data was inefficient.

  • Previously, VCST had a prototype reporting tool for its Belgian branch, developed by an engineer. This tool allowed employees to request analysis on production quality for gears at their location. However, with VCST operating across multiple countries, the process of collecting, analyzing, and sharing this data was inefficient.
  • Data had to be manually sent back and forth, creating delays and inefficiencies.
  • Communication across different branches was often slow, affecting response times and the efficiency of quality assessments.

VCST needed a global, user-friendly reporting tool that could improve collaboration and streamline the analysis process for all branches.

Solution

A customized reporting tool for all locations of VCST

After assessing the challenge, VCST turned to ACA for a solution. Our Python development team worked closely with VCST engineers to build a new, robust reporting tool that would be accessible across all branches.

  • We created an admin panel that centralized analysis and reporting for all production sites.

  • The tool allowed each branch to access its own analyses and reports instantly.

  • The main Belgian branch could monitor and evaluate quality results from all locations in real-time.

The new system improved communication, shortened lead times, and allowed for better tracking of production quality across the globe.

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Result

Increased efficiency and automation 

The Python-based reporting tool brought significant improvements:

  • Shortened lead times: Data analysis and report generation became much faster, as reports were available instantly for all branches.
  • Increased automation: The tool automated the reporting process, reducing manual intervention and human error.
  • Improved collaboration: All branches could easily access and analyze production data, leading to better communication and faster decision-making.
  • Enhanced traceability: Reports were structured consistently, ensuring stakeholders from all sites could easily interpret results.

Overall, the new tool provided a reliable, scalable solution that improved the efficiency of VCST’s global operations.

With the help of ACA, VCST can perform uniform analyzes worldwide on key gear quality measurements. The reporting software developed significantly shortens the lead time for these analyses, from a few days to a few hours. We are very satisfied with the cooperation and approach of ACA!

"With the help of ACA, VCST can perform uniform analyzes worldwide on key gear quality measurements. The reporting software developed significantly shortens the lead time for these analyses, from a few days to a few hours. We are very satisfied with the cooperation and approach of ACA!"
Yannick Meerten
former R&D Manager at VCST
Yannick Meertenformer R&D Manager at VCST
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