Sutton Debuts Studio Tool to Replace Operational Spreadsheets

The new interface integrates directly with Sutton’s core modules—including inventory management, production scheduling, and traceability—without replacing the underlying system. Instead of waiting for IT development queues or paying for costly customizations, employees describe their specific needs to the software, which then generates custom dashboards, inspection forms, or supplier scorecards.

Early adopters like Pac Basic report that the tool functions as an automated engineer, turning descriptive requests into functional applications in minutes. CEO Dan Koukol, who previously managed a plastic injection molding firm, designed the layer to ensure software conforms to existing workflows rather than forcing operations to restructure their processes. While the utility of self-built tools is clear, the platform faces the standard industrial hurdle of maintaining rigorous governance, audit trails, and permission structures for data manipulated by non-technical staff.