Programmers.io Executes Multiple Integrations for Sophisticated E-Commerce Solution
About The Client
The client is a 3rd party logistics provider that offers a comprehensive list of technology solutions in the global transportation, logistics, and supply chain sectors. They specialize in flexible, mix-and-match services that tailor to consumers based on industry and business needs. They offer a wealth of industry experience and expertise to clients globally and are proud to be a NMSDC-certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE).
- Industry: Technology
- Headquartered: Valley Stream, NY
- Platforms: Microsoft Azure, .NET Core 8.0
- Team Size: 6 (1 Project Manager, 1 Business Analyst, 3 Software Developers, 1 Software Tester)
The Challenge
The client relied on a system of ecommerce platforms to create and fulfill orders for their business. As the company expanded and added new revenue streams, the system became increasingly complex. The client began to experience the strain of having to manage several disparate systems, which led to cumbersome data entry, data silos, and a lack of timely or close to real-time updates.
Along with these issues, the client wanted to streamline their EDI file processing and order processing flow. They needed a system that would integrate their various marketplaces and transfer the data to their newly designed Warehouse Management System (WMS).
In order to empower them with real-time data and competitive business practices, we needed to create a solution that would automate EDI file processing and allow the client to fulfill orders all in one place, enhancing efficiency and reducing manual effort.
Our Solution
Here’s how we solved the client’s challenges:
Domain Driven Design
Beginning with a .NET REST API architecture, the team utilized a DDD pattern for a highly customized ecommerce solution. We worked closely with the client to ensure that this system would accommodate all of their current business needs as well as facilitate future upgrades and integrations.
Automated EDI Validation & Processing
Azure Blob Storage was used to automatically store incoming EDI files from the requested ecommerce networks. We then used Azure Logic Apps to orchestrate the EDI file processing, as it integrates seamlessly with other Azure services for further storage, validation, and publishing.
Custom Validation
The team implemented Azure Functions to enable custom validation of EDI files. This not only provided the client with the flexibility to implement customized and complex rules, but can also scale automatically based on demand. We also enabled notifications to project stakeholders for easy recognition and reprocessing of invalid files.
API Management
We applied Azure API Management to manage the backend services (Logic App, Function App, .NET API) to further handle authentication and authorization. API Management offers a secure method for reusing and deploying integration assets efficiently, which significantly lowers deployment costs and reduces time to market.
Technologies Used
Our software architects and engineers are experts in using the latest technologies.
- Jira
- C#
- MS SQL Server
- .NET Core
- Bitbucket
- jQuery
- Microsoft Azure
Business Impact
Our solution added value with surprising results because we were able to deliver a high-quality product on time.
Enabled Real-Time Data
Greatly Reduced Manual Effort
Here’s how we did it
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Reduced Operational Expense
With secure and reliable file processing automations.
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Increased Security
By consolidating their data under an ISO 27001-certified solution.
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Improved Resource Utilization
Through simplifying and streamlining their growing ecommerce system.
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Enhanced Competitiveness
By implementing a solution that would continue to scale with their needs.
Reduced Operational Expense
With secure and reliable file processing automations.
Increased Security
By consolidating their data under an ISO 27001-certified solution.
Improved Resource Utilization
Through simplifying and streamlining their growing ecommerce system.
Enhanced Competitiveness
By implementing a solution that would continue to scale with their needs.
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I wanted to take a moment to highlight and commemorate the efforts from our dedicated PIO team. To preface, the projects we work on here are complex, with rigid objectives, budgets, and timelines. Expectations are always high and are ever-changing. From the start of our relationship, the IO team was able to exceed expectations and make our business wishes a reality.
Over the past year I have worked with them, they have worked very hard to understand our highly customized system and troubleshoot things with little or no documentation while managing to keep the business up and running normally. Without the hard work and dedication they have shown, I know we would have had some issues causing downtime or lost production. I am looking forward to continuing working them in the next year as well.
I have been working with Programmers IO for more than 5 years now and I have been pleased with all projects and developers that I have worked with. We have had a few issues here and there but they have always fixed and made it right. They have been an excellent addition to our business.
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