Most projects I see lately on IndieHackers or Dev.to are built with passion, but not with system thinking.

They build something cool, not something complete.

Some examples I’ve seen:
• “Chrome extension to learn via YouTube.”
• “Reset-your-day mood tracker.”
• “Alternative to Duolingo, contextual learning.”

💡 Fun? Yes.
📈 Sustainable? Rarely.

🧠 The "Cool Project Syndrome"
Here’s what I mean:

Symptom:

• Nice interface, But no data architecture
• Catchy idea, But no real user or business case
• Fast launch, But zero scalability or integration
• Fun to build, But hard to monetize

🎯 What I Did Differently

I built Reltroner HRM, a modular ERP system designed for startups, creative teams, and digital agencies.

Not just another SaaS tool.
But a framework for internal digital infrastructure.

No AI hype. No guesswork. Just asking:

What internal problems do real teams face when scaling?

I uncovered:
• Chaos in login/user access
• Siloed HR tools (tasks, payroll, attendance)
• Lack of integrated SSO for non-enterprise teams

🧱 What Makes Reltroner Stand Out:

✅ Laravel-based modular stack
✅ Keycloak SSO baked in
✅ Fully customizable per client
✅ Monetization: modular licensing + data tiers

Why Most Projects Can’t Scale:

• Depth of Problem: Lifestyle-level
• Architecture: Frontend-heavy
• Moat: Easy to clone
• Monetization: Ads or subs
• Real Users: General public

💬 My message to fellow builders:

Don’t just build UIs.
Don’t just ship fast.
Design systems.
Solve operational pain.
Build for sustainability.

Learn more: reltroner.com/blog/for-recruiters