B2B e-commerce for automotive parts

Custom web platform development

Client

JF Network (Germany)

Date

2019

Timeframe

4 months

Expertise

Web applications

Client

JF Network (Germany)

A custom web platform for B2B e-commerce in the automotive parts industry, specifically focusing on the sale of tires and wheels. The platform’s main functionalities include the ability to find tires for various vehicles such as cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Users can also build a wheel set that fits any vehicle by selecting compatible wheels and tires. Additionally, the platform offers a tire pressure monitoring system that is compatible with the selected wheel, tire, and vehicle.

One notable technical feature is the use of JSON-RPC communication. Instead of a traditional database connection, the platform, known as McIdent, sends data requests in the form of JSON messages to a remote server. The server then responds with JSON messages containing the relevant data. This approach eliminates the need for local modification of the website when updating application content with the latest car models and tire products. The article emphasizes the advantages of centralized data storage, making data maintenance and updates easier, especially when shared across multiple applications.

Tools

Glip InVision TeamWork

Team

1 Project Manager 2 Front-End Developers 2 Backend Developers

Methodology

Agile

Tools

Glip InVision TeamWork

Timeframe

4 months

Technologies

Team members involved

MiroArchitect & Lead Web Developer

Main functionality

The web application boasts a comprehensive set of features tailored for B2B e-commerce in the automotive parts industry. Users can effortlessly navigate through the platform to find suitable tires for a diverse range of vehicles, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles. One standout feature allows users to dynamically build a wheel set that precisely fits any selected vehicle, providing a seamless customization experience.

The platform also facilitates the search for individual components, enabling users to identify wheels that perfectly match a particular vehicle and tires that seamlessly fit those wheels. Moreover, the inclusion of a tire pressure monitoring system enhances the platform’s functionality, ensuring compatibility with the selected wheel, tire, and vehicle. This holistic approach not only simplifies the purchasing process for automotive parts but also highlights the platform’s commitment to delivering a comprehensive and tailored solution for its users.

Find tyres for a vehicle: cars, trucks, motorcycles
Build a wheel set that fits any vehicle
- Wheel that fits that vehicle
- Tyre that fits the wheel
- Tyre pressure monitoring system that fits the wheel, tyre, and vehicle

Technical feature: JSON-RPC communication

Instead of a traditional database connection, McIdent sends data requests as JSON messages to a remote server which responds with JSON messages that contain the data. Given the common communications interface, updating the application content with the latest car models and tyre products does not require local modification of the website. Another advantage of this kind of centralized data storage is that the data is easier to maintain and update. When the data is shared across multiple applications, the advantages come in manyfold.

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