Reporting Platform for the Local Municipal Government of Canada

Azati developed a robust reporting platform consisting of interconnected applications to automate the equipment depreciation reporting process for a municipal government in Canada. The solution simplifies the reporting tasks for engineers, reducing manual effort and enabling real-time data analysis.

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All Technologies Used

React
React
React Native
React Native
MongoDB
MongoDB
Java 8
Java 8

Motivation

To create a platform that automates reporting processes, collects information about equipment depreciation, and generates interactive real-time reports for municipal engineers.

Main Challenges

Challenge 1
Incomplete Requirements

The customer’s initial requirements were insufficient, and communication gaps complicated technical specifications.

Challenge 2
Lack of Standardization

Report and poll templates frequently changed, leading to inconsistencies and additional adjustments.

Challenge 3
Offline Functionality

Engineers often worked in areas with no network access, requiring the development of an offline mode with seamless data synchronization.

Key Features

  • Cross-Platform Mobile Applications: Developed native apps for iOS and Android supporting offline data collection and synchronization once connectivity is restored.
  • Dynamic Form Builder: Provided an intuitive admin tool for creating, editing, and managing poll templates without needing development support.
  • Automated Notification System: Set up email alerts triggered automatically after form submissions to keep stakeholders informed in real-time.
  • Offline Draft Management: Enabled users to save and manage drafts and unsent forms while offline, ensuring no data loss in low-connectivity environments.

Our Approach

Agile Development Methodology
The team proposed an agile development methodology to ensure flexibility and transparency throughout the project.
User Flows and Wireframes
User flows and interactive wireframes were created to align with the customer's vision.
Mobile and Web Interface Development
The development process included creating Android and iOS mobile applications for engineers and a web interface for administrators.
Offline Functionality and Automation
The solution featured offline functionality, automated synchronization, and dynamic form templates to address key challenges.

Project Impact

Improved efficiency: 50 engineers were freed from routine paperwork, enabling them to focus on critical tasks.

High-volume processing: The solution processes approximately 624 reports per day.

Rapid delivery: The entire system was developed in just 16 weeks, showcasing Azati’s ability to deliver high-quality solutions efficiently.

Enhanced reporting accuracy: Automated data synchronization and dynamic form templates minimized errors and streamlined data collection.

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