Jim LowryMy Projects
Explore how I transform business challenges into effective solutions through data integration, workflow automation, and innovative technology approaches. Also discover my personal technical projects that demonstrate my practical implementation skills and technical versatility.
Featured Work
These projects demonstrate my ability to deliver comprehensive solutions by leveraging my diverse skill set across multiple domains, from business environments to personal technical challenges.
Financial & Analytical Projects
Enterprise Data Unification Initiative
Challenge
Organization struggled with fragmented data across multiple systems, inconsistent naming conventions, and data quality issues that impacted decision-making and reporting accuracy.
Solution
Created a unified data architecture with an innovative two-tier development and deployment system that filtered bad data, created accountability, and established a single source of truth for business intelligence.
Impact
Built exceptional stakeholder trust, enabled visibility into previously unavailable data, and established a culture of data ownership. Reduced reporting time by 65% and improved decision accuracy by 40%.
Proactive Resource Management System
Challenge
Over 30 dependent business services weren't notified of project dependencies until urgent deadlines approached, causing resource conflicts and project delays.
Solution
Developed integration between business planning and project management systems that automatically created entries in an Automated Work Log at early planning stages, providing 60-90 day advance notice of resource needs.
Impact
Accelerated development timelines by 35%, enabled early discovery of dependencies, and reduced project delays due to resource constraints by 70%, resulting in significant cost savings.
Technical & Digital Projects
AI-Enhanced Web Platform Development
Challenge
Develop a modern, responsive web platform that showcases professional services while implementing cutting-edge technologies and SEO best practices to maximize online visibility and user engagement.
Solution
Created AIrtisan.net using Next.js and React, leveraging AI collaboration for enhanced development efficiency. Implemented advanced SEO optimization, responsive design, and structured data markup to ensure cross-device compatibility and search visibility.
Impact
Delivered a high-performance web platform with 90+ PageSpeed scores, optimized SEO architecture, and seamless user experience across all devices. The AI-assisted development process reduced implementation time by 40% while maintaining code quality and best practices.
Red Project Report
Challenge
Portfolio managers lacked timely visibility into the status of multiple projects under their supervision, resulting in delayed interventions and missed deadlines.
Solution
Implemented an automated reporting system that identified projects with metrics in the "red" zone requiring immediate attention, with daily updates and executive dashboards.
Impact
Enabled proactive management of at-risk projects, eliminated 15 hours of weekly manual reporting efforts, and improved executive decision-making, resulting in 28% fewer project overruns.
Project Phase Checklist
Challenge
Projects moved between lifecycle phases without completing required deliverables, leading to quality issues, rework, and increased annual cost.
Solution
Created an automated governance system that tracked required deliverables and flagged incomplete items during phase transitions, with integrated approval workflows and documentation.
Impact
Ensured adherence to methodology standards, reduced rework, and increased stakeholder confidence in delivery processes, resulting in annual savings.
AI-Enhanced Solutions
AI-Powered Technical Solution Development
Challenge
Modern technical solutions require expertise across diverse technologies that's impossible for one person to master, creating bottlenecks in development and implementation.
Solution
Pioneered an approach leveraging AI tools to augment technical capabilities across multiple domains, creating a framework for rapid solution development and implementation.
Impact
Accelerated development timelines by 40-60%, delivered sophisticated solutions with fewer resources, and expanded capabilities beyond traditional boundaries, enabling faster time-to-market for technical initiatives.
Technical Infrastructure Projects
These projects demonstrate how I apply enterprise-level architecture, security, and integration principles in practical implementations, showcasing my technical versatility beyond traditional business environments.
Enterprise-Grade Home Network
Challenge
Modern home environments require enterprise-level network security, reliability, and performance to support multiple connected systems and devices with redundancy for critical services.
Solution
Designed and implemented a semi-commercial network infrastructure using professional-grade Ubiquiti equipment including a UDM-Pro (Iron Curtain), multiple managed switches (24-port and 8-port POE), and dedicated WiFi access points, complemented by additional non-UniFi endpoint switches.
Impact
Created a robust foundation with 1Gbps fiber primary connection and 400Mbps LTE failover, enabling reliable connectivity for home automation, secure remote work, and demonstrating enterprise architecture principles in a residential context.
Integrated Smart Home Automation
Challenge
Creating a truly intelligent home environment requires complex integration between disparate systems and contextual awareness for meaningful automation with advanced security features.
Solution
Implemented a comprehensive Home Assistant automation system integrating security cameras, environmental controls, and monitoring with centralized management and advanced conditional logic.
Impact
Achieved 30% energy savings, enhanced security with multi-layered protection, and demonstrated scalable integration principles applicable to commercial environments.
Personal Workshop Projects
These hands-on projects showcase my practical problem-solving abilities and technical implementation skills, demonstrating how I approach complex challenges with creativity and attention to detail.
Laundry Room Rebuild
Challenge
Outdated laundry room with inefficient layout, inadequate storage, and outdated electrical systems needed complete renovation while maintaining functionality during the rebuild process.
Solution
Designed and implemented a complete renovation including custom cabinetry, updated electrical work with dedicated circuits, improved plumbing, and integrated smart home features for monitoring and alerts.
Impact
Created a highly functional space with improved workflow, ample storage, and integrated technology that enhances safety through leak detection and power monitoring.
Garage Workshop Conversion
Challenge
Standard garage lacked the infrastructure, organization, and functionality needed for an efficient multi-purpose workshop, requiring significant electrical and storage upgrades.
Solution
Currently transforming the garage into a multi-functional space with enhanced electrical systems, custom storage solutions, and optimized workflow layout while maintaining parking functionality.
Impact
Creating a versatile space that demonstrates space optimization, systems planning, and the ability to execute multiple functional requirements within physical constraints.
Interested in Working Together?
Whether you need business process optimization, technical implementation expertise, or creative problem-solving, let's discuss how my diverse skill set can benefit your organization or project.
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