Alaap Kanchwala, Co-Founder and Director, Swift Struck

 

 

Could you introduce yourself to our audience and share a bit about your journey?

 

Hey, I’m Alaap Kanchwala, co-founder and director of Swift Struck, a company focused on building powerful, intuitive, and cost-effective software solutions. My journey started with a fascination for automation and how technology can simplify the way we work. Over time, that curiosity turned into a mission: to help businesses streamline their workflows without the complexity or cost of traditional development.

 

I’ve always had a hands-on approach to exploring no-code platforms, leveraging Google Apps Script, and finding innovative ways to make software more accessible. What started as a passion for problem-solving eventually became Swift Struck, where we help businesses build the right tools tailored to their needs without unnecessary overhead.

 

 

Can you tell us about your venture, the key services it offers, and what sparked the inspiration behind launching this initiative?

 

Swift Struck is all about making software development faster, smarter, and more efficient. We specialize in building custom business applications, integrating automation, and leveraging no-code and low-code platforms like Glide Apps and Google Apps Script to create powerful, scalable solutions. Whether it's database management, process automation, or API-driven integrations, we provide businesses with the tools they need without the traditional software development bottlenecks.

 

The inspiration came from working closely with businesses that struggled with rigid, expensive, and overly complex software. Many were stuck using spreadsheets, disconnected tools, or outdated systems, simply because building something custom was either too costly or too time-consuming. I knew there had to be a better way, and that’s how Swift Struck was born to bring custom software to businesses at a fraction of the cost and time.

 

 

Can you tell us more about your educational and professional journey, and how have they influenced your core areas of expertise in technology and business at Swift Struck?

 

My background has always been rooted in tech and business problem-solving. I didn’t take the traditional route of an IT professional, but I immersed myself in learning automation, AI, and software development not just from an engineering perspective, but from a practical, business-oriented mindset.

 

What truly shaped my expertise was working hands-on with real businesses. Seeing firsthand how companies struggle with workflow inefficiencies, manual processes, and lack of tech adaptability made me focus on building software that truly solves problems, not just software for the sake of it. That's why at Swift Struck, every solution we build is designed for real-world usability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.

 

 

What are your current roles and responsibilities, and how do you balance leadership, innovation, and business growth?

 

As a co-founder, my role is a blend of strategy, development, and execution. I focus on:

·         Driving product innovation, making sure we are using the best technologies to solve problems effectively.

·         Business growth identifying new opportunities, refining our service offerings, and ensuring we provide real value to clients.

·         Team leadership mentoring and guiding our small but highly efficient team to keep delivering high-quality solutions.

 

Balancing all of this comes down to two things: automation and prioritization. If something can be automated, it should be. If a process can be simplified, we do it. That's the mindset that allows us to keep growing without unnecessary complexity.

 

 

What key skills and leadership qualities have driven your success in the tech industry, and how has entrepreneurship shaped your leadership approach?

 

One of the biggest skills that has shaped my journey is problem-solving through technology, being able to take a business challenge and find a structured, scalable, and automated solution.

 

Beyond that, adaptability has been crucial. Tech evolves fast, and so does the business landscape. What worked a year ago might not be the best solution today, so constantly learning, iterating, and improving is key.

 

As an entrepreneur, my leadership approach is centered on efficiency and clarity. I believe in empowering my team to make decisions, ensuring that every project we take on is aligned with our strengths, and making sure we never build something for the sake of it, we build because it makes a difference.

 

 

What are some of the biggest milestones or achievements in your journey that you are most proud of, and how have they shaped the company’s growth?

 

·         Building MuseLink, a complete ERP solution for the art industry, helping galleries and artists manage inventory, sales, and private viewing rooms effortlessly.

·         Scaling our automation capabilities, helping businesses reduce operational costs by over 50% through strategic API integrations and process automation.

·         Developing a full-stack ERP, Lexis18, aimed at competing with big players like SAP and Oracle, proving that even a lean, focused team can create high-impact solutions.

 

Each milestone reinforced our belief that custom software should be fast, flexible, and accessible to businesses of all sizes.

 

 

What key lessons or advice would you share with young entrepreneurs looking to build their own tech startup?

 

·               Solve a real problem. Don’t just build tech for the sake of it. Find a pain point and fix it efficiently.

·               Keep things simple. Over-complicating things will slow you down. The best solutions are often the simplest.

·               Leverage no-code and automation. You don’t need a 10-person engineering team to build powerful software. There are smarter ways to do it.

·               Focus on execution, not just ideas. Great ideas are meaningless without action. Start building, refining, and improving as you go.

·               Iterate fast. Your first version won’t be perfect. Launch, learn, and improve.

·               Stay lean. Keep overheads low, automate what you can, and focus on delivering value before scaling unnecessarily.

 

Most importantly, enjoy the process. Entrepreneurship is about solving challenges in creative ways; if you are not excited about that, you are in the wrong game.

 

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