Our story

Built on a manufacturing engineering mindset

“De novo” means “from the beginning,” and that is how Denovo approaches operational software: by rethinking the process itself, not simply digitizing the way it has always been done. Today, we help manufacturers find where their operations lose money and build the systems that fix it.

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Who we are

Founded by a manufacturing engineer

Founded by a manufacturing engineer with a background in process optimization and continuous improvement, Denovo was built on the belief that operational problems are rarely solved by layering more software onto broken workflows. Real improvement starts by understanding how work actually moves through the business: where flow breaks down, where information gets delayed, and where manual work creates friction.

That is why every engagement starts with the operation itself. We find where money is being lost, then design and build purpose-built systems around how the work actually runs. We design systems around the way operations actually run, helping teams modernize legacy processes, improve visibility, and build a stronger foundation for long-term growth.

How we work

Find it, fix it, and prove it.

  1. Assess

    We study your operation, capture the data that's missing, and put a dollar value on every opportunity. You get a clear plan for what to fix first.

    Learn about the assessment
  2. Build

    We design and build the custom software that captures the savings: inventory and scheduling systems, shop floor and field apps, dashboards, and automation, all connected to the systems you already have. Every build starts with a short Design & Scope phase.

    See what we build
  3. Sustain

    We keep your systems running, track the savings month by month, and add capacity with a fractional development team when you need it.

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Our values

What guides our work

  • Craft

    We build software that is clean, reliable, and designed for real operations.

  • Transformation

    We use technology to create practical change across workflows, systems, and operations.

  • Collaboration

    We work closely with your team to build around how your operation actually runs.

  • Impact

    We focus on outcomes that improve flow, reduce friction, and strengthen operations.

  • Clarity

    Clear plans, honest communication, and straightforward execution from start to finish.

  • Iteration

    We test, refine, and improve continuously to keep systems working as needs evolve.

Leadership team

The people leading Denovo

Building tools that improve operations and efficiency.

  • Andy Saldaña

    Andy Saldaña

    Founder and CEO

    Turning vision into real software

  • Bryan Gonzalez

    Bryan Gonzalez

    Director of Technology

    Architecting the tech foundation

  • Peter Hong

    Peter Hong

    Director of Product Strategy

    Shaping product direction and impact

  • Karney Chang

    Karney Chang

    Senior Product Manager

    Connecting vision to execution

  • Christian Bawman

    Christian Bawman

    Engineering Lead

    Leading the build and the details

  • Matias Baudino

    Matias Baudino

    Business Intelligence Analyst

    Turning data into clear decisions

Recognition

A reputation built on results

A Pillar Company in Oakland County's tech community (OCTC) since 2026. Five-star service is our standard. Whether we are modernizing workflows or building custom software for manufacturing operations, our partners trust us to deliver technology that solves real business problems.

  • Denovo Studios reviews on Clutch
  • Clutch Top App Development Company, Michigan 2025
  • Clutch Top User Experience Company, Michigan 2025
  • Clutch Top iPhone App Development Company, Detroit 2025
  • Clutch Top App Modernization Service, Detroit 2025
  • Clutch Top App Development Company for Manufacturing, United States

Trusted by teams like these.

  • Cutting Edge Countertops
  • Virginia Transportation Corporation
  • City of Appleton
  • University of Illinois Chicago
  • TransTrack Solutions Group

Testimonials

Rated 4.9/5 on Clutch and backed by client results

Successful deployment of projects into our production environment within desired timeframe and budget.

Jeff RogersCutting Edge CountertopsRead the case study

The team is able to speak intelligently about what they're going to do and what potential issues would be. I've had a lot of contractors just nod their heads, without knowing what I'm asking for, and do whatever they want. Denovo Studios really took the time to understand what I was looking for.

Sam BorickVirginia Transportation CorporationRead the case study

I've worked with Denovo Studios for over a year now and the process has been absolutely seamless.

Dr. Ariel Smith, PhD, RNUniversity of Illinois at ChicagoRead the case study

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