Cloud-based application
We’ve migrated an eCommerce architecture from a monolithic application to a cloud-based system and added new features to make omnichannel furniture shopping easier.
Blueport is the leading eCommerce platform for furniture used by the largest retailers in North America to run their omnichannel websites.
Designed to overcome the challenges of selling furniture online, the Blueport SaaS eCommerce platform plugs into any furniture ERP system to quickly launch sites fully integrated with stores.
As Blueport's customer base grew, they struggled to keep up with custom feature requests due to being understaffed.
Blueport lacked expertise in Angular, .NET, and microservices, which they needed to strengthen their team.
Blueport sabía que tenían ciertas métricas que querían mejorar pero era dificil identificar el origen de todos esos problemas.
Blueport had frustrating experiences with previous providers in Eastern Europe and Asia. Time zone differences made communication and collaboration difficult, leading to misaligned deliveries.
To support Blueport in launching new client sites with custom features, two Kaizen team members joined Blueport, enabling them to meet their deadlines and deliver a high-quality product.
Our involvement went beyond just writing code. As we integrated into the team, we began offering valuable insights on user experience, selecting appropriate frontend and backend tools, and assessing code quality. We established effective reporting, communication, and workflow procedures, fostering smooth collaboration with Blueport's development team.
After assessing Blueport’s systems and identifying significant technical debt, we initiated detailed technical conversations to determine the best path forward. One notable recommendation was to migrate to a new Angular architecture, adopting a frontend facades architectural pattern, which ultimately doubled Blueport’s development speed.
Recognizing Blueport’s in-house team limited experience with Angular, we facilitated a smooth transition through:
- Regular workshops and training sessions on Angular core concepts and best practices
- Collaborative problem-solving to explore migration strategies.
- Guided implementation, supporting their team while building long-term expertise.
Additionally, we helped shift their eCommerce platform from a monolithic application to the cloud and microservices, enhancing scalability, speed, and cost efficiency.
All these achievements resulted from Kaizen’s support in redesigning their roadmap. Our mission is not just to provide staff augmentation but to adapt alongside our partners, illuminating their roadmap and driving success.
These are some of the technologies used in the development of this project.
Frontend Development
Backend Development
Databases
Soren Hjort
“They’re not just coders that we give tasks to. They come back and give suggestions that make our product better. It’s very rare that I come across people who are this self-conscious about quality and what they need to deliver.”
Marcos Elugardo
“They were a key part of all our development. Their team contributes a lot to our goals, and they have strategic, problem-solving ideas.”
Charles Weldon
“Their level of talent and engagement with the product are outstanding. They put a lot of effort into understanding how everything works.”
Esteban Garcia
“Kaizen delivered value right away and they were able to quickly become part of our team. They helped us to deliver quality software, and were always willing to go the extra mile to make sure our deadlines were met. The open communication was very valuable.”
Ron Barone
“Their nimble team demonstrated tenacious enthusiasm to find solutions for every problem.”
Tommy Christensen
“Working with Kaizen is a pleasure and their high level of quality and communication save us a lot of both time and dollars, delivering our website within our budget and time constraints.”
Brandon Davids
“I don’t have to waste time micromanaging, and that’s because they’re asking the right questions. We are at a stage now where the quality far exceeds anything that I’ve ever done.”
RJ Condon
“After launching the redesigned app we saw a reduction in churn of 30% along with a substantial increase in new users. They know when to push back and when to listen.”
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