About us
Experience
Our founders have contributed to the laser industry for over 100 years (combined), from operating job shops to designing and installing machines across the globe. Utilising that experience we have designed software specific solutions for any businesses dealing with complex drawings.
Knowledge
Our deep industry knowledge and expertise gives us a true understanding of both the challenges faced and the opportunities available for our customers and has allowed us to develop the essential tools that every estimator should have access to.
Passion
We’re passionate about designing innovative solutions to see laser businesses running as effectively and efficiently through the realisation of technology. Our team of highly skilled professionals have a shared desire to deliver positive results for our clients and their customers.
Understanding
Our customers range from small to medium sized enterprises to larger, more sophisticated multi machine operators. We understand that each job shop operates in their own way and has different challenges to address. We know that one size does not fit all which is why we offer an array of tools which you can pick and choose from to suit your specific needs.
A brief history
Tempus Tools was founded by Ivan Cooper and Peter Olle, with both having been involved in profile cutting job shops for over thirty years. Ivan has previously owned and operated several contract cutting job shops throughout Australia. Peter has worked alongside Ivan for several years as the Technical Director.
Our founding product, ipLaser, commenced in 2007 following the sale of the business of the Applied Laser Technology Group, a business owned by Ivan which commenced in 1988 and developed from one job shop in Victoria and grew to the largest national network of laser job shops in Australia.
The Applied Laser Technology Group demanded a business management solution to ensure effective control, efficiency and accuracy of the quoting, order processing and reporting aspects of the business. To that end, Ivan and Peter developed an intranet software solution called “Poly” – a name to reflect the principal developer, Peter Olle.
The Applied Laser Group was sold, however the ownership of the intellectual property rights to the Poly software remained with Ivan and it continues licensed and operative in that business today. The Poly software is the foundation of the ipLaser cloud-based platform which is designed to meet the requirements of busy, modern laser job shops. It enables accurate, consistent and timely quotations for complex parts requiring multiple processes.
ToolBox was created more recently, leaning on the years of experience enhancing ipLaser and listening to our customers, and utilising modern design and technology stacks for an easy-to-use experience backed by powerful features.
Vision and mission
Vision
Our vision is to be the leader in software solutions for fabrication businesses.
Mission
Our values
A
Accept challenges
- We are fearless leaders who love to be challenged
- We bring ideas to life
- We think BIG
- We are not afraid to get our hands dirty
B
Behave with integrity, compassion & honesty
- We are trustworthy, reliable and responsible for our actions
- We form relationships with our customers based on honesty
- We display empathy and compassion in everything that we do
- We engage in loyal relationships with ethical, trusted commercial businesses
C
Continue to innovate & evolve
- We are constantly evolving & developing our offerings
- We stay ahead of the game by understanding industry trends, challenges, & opportunities
- We onboard the right talent to add real value to our business & our customers
- We listen, learn & act on the feedback we receive from our customers
Our people
Ivan Cooper
Chairman
Peter Olle
Executive Director - Technical
Felipe Lechuga
Executive Director - Americas
Bruce Thomas
Executive
Ash Weeks
COO
Mark Washington
Head of Global Sales
Allison Van Loon
Company Accountant
Sebastian Rojas
Customer Success Manager
Patrick Kulenkampff
Product Manager
Ray Gilley
Senior Software Engineer
Juan Pazos
Development Manager
Liam Thompson
Senior Software Engineer
David Sepulveda
Software Engineer
Naz Pish
Senior Software Engineer
Our partners
We know the importance of building relationships with industry experts, technology specialists and thought leaders.
We partner with organisations and solution providers who can support our customers with specialised products and services.
Please contact sales@tempustools.com if you would like to discuss partnering opportunities.