DigitalMara

Building a Platform for Commercial Construction Professionals 

DigitalMara developed a platform never seen before in the field of commercial construction. Solution was built from scratch to provide feedback and analytics using the most advanced software technology. 

Overview 

The client had an idea how to improve connections between the professionals in construction industry though up-to-date means. Client wanted to expand network of commercial construction professionals to provide the most comprehensive information available across the industry.  

We built centralized platform that allows users to easily share information about contractor performance. Contractors are reviewed on a specific project using the custom rating system.  It offers a comprehensive space with ratings and analytics to allow proper pre-qualification for both General and Sub-Contractors. 

Approach 

The client approached us with the great idea and mock-ups of functional interface. Our team made a business analysis for them and helped to describe the idea into an appropriate technical assignment. This approach allowed us to improve the initial idea with strong functionality and create original interface design. We were also flexible during the development process by making adjustments along the way. 

The project took nearby 5 months and involved a team of 10 experienced developers. We followed the Scrum model meticulously, using weekly calls with the client, submitting reports, and using other well-established practices. Task tracking system allowed us to maintain operational communication between the team and the customer. 

Key product features 

1. Main tab allows users to describe their companies, upload logo, company type and contacts, update their trades and set searching preferences. 

1. Info tab fulfilled with correct data helps to match search query. 

1. Offices tab assists company to find customers at relevant location. 

1. Users tab allows to manage users visibility, their contacts and personal data. 

1. Portfolio tab is used to showcase company’s achievements with all the details and photos. 

1. Promotion opportunities feature companies at the top of the search results and enable monetization of the Platform. 

1. Review is a tool which allows users to recommend the company to others and rate them using a set ofprovided criteria.   

1. Searchable database allows user to find needed company according to trade, company name, location, etc. 

Results  

Solution allowed to create a unique platform, simplifying business contacts in the construction industry. This mean of accountability covers all aspects of what the target user would expect to discover in this tool. Platform brings transparency to the forefront and helping the great contractors in industry rise to the top.   

Technologies 

Java, React, PostgreSQL, AWS