Technical Architecture

14Build is built on a modern, scalable architecture designed to provide reliable, secure, and efficient construction management capabilities.

System Overview

14Build follows a modern web application architecture with:

Frontend: React-based user interface with TypeScript
Backend: RESTful API services
Database: Relational database for data persistence
Authentication: Secure user authentication and authorization
File Storage: Cloud-based file storage for documents and attachments

Core Components

Frontend Architecture

React 18: Modern React with hooks and functional components
TypeScript: Type-safe development with comprehensive type definitions
Next.js: Server-side rendering and routing
Tailwind CSS: Utility-first CSS framework for responsive design
Shadcn/ui: Modern component library for consistent UI

Data Management

State Management: React hooks and context for state management
Form Handling: React Hook Form with Zod validation
API Integration: RESTful API calls with error handling
Real-time Updates: WebSocket connections for live data updates

Security Features

Authentication: Secure user authentication with session management
Authorization: Role-based access control (RBAC)
Data Validation: Input validation and sanitization
File Upload Security: Secure file upload with validation

Key Modules

Project Management

Project creation and lifecycle management
Document and attachment management
Team and role management
Project analytics and reporting

SOQ Management

Dynamic SOQ creation with materials and labor
AI-powered job generation
Cost calculations and estimations
Category and job organization

Tender Management

RFP and RTS creation and management
Bid submission and evaluation
Tender lifecycle tracking
Award management

Financial Management

Invoice creation and tracking
Escrow agreement management
Payment status monitoring
Financial reporting and analytics

User Management

User registration and verification
KYC/KYB processing
Role and permission management
User activity tracking

On-Site Management

Task tracking and management
Equipment and resource management
Safety incident reporting
Worker activity monitoring

Data Architecture

Core Entities

Projects: Central entity containing all project information
Users: User accounts with roles and permissions
SOQs: Schedule of quantities with materials and labor
Tenders: Request for proposals and bids
Invoices: Financial documents and payment tracking
Tasks: On-site activities and assignments

Relationships

Projects contain multiple SOQs, tenders, and tasks
Users can be assigned to multiple projects with different roles
SOQs are linked to projects and can be used in tenders
Tenders generate bids and can lead to awards
Invoices are linked to projects and payment agreements

API Design

RESTful Endpoints

Projects: /api/projects - CRUD operations for projects
SOQs: /api/soqs - SOQ management and calculations
Tenders: /api/tenders - Tender creation and management
Users: /api/users - User management and verification
Finance: /api/finance - Financial operations and reporting
On-Site: /api/on-site - On-site activity management

Authentication

JWT-based authentication
Role-based authorization
Session management
Secure API endpoints

Performance and Scalability

Optimization Strategies

Code Splitting: Lazy loading of components and routes
Caching: API response caching and data persistence
Image Optimization: Compressed images and lazy loading
Database Indexing: Optimized database queries

Scalability Features

Microservices: Modular architecture for easy scaling
Load Balancing: Distributed load across multiple servers
CDN: Content delivery network for static assets
Database Scaling: Horizontal and vertical scaling capabilities

Security Architecture

Data Protection

Encryption: Data encryption at rest and in transit
Access Control: Granular permissions and role-based access
Audit Logging: Comprehensive activity logging
Backup and Recovery: Regular data backups and disaster recovery

Compliance

GDPR: Data protection and privacy compliance
Industry Standards: Construction industry security standards
Regular Audits: Security assessments and penetration testing

Deployment and Infrastructure

Hosting

Cloud Platform: Scalable cloud infrastructure
Containerization: Docker containers for consistent deployment
CI/CD: Automated testing and deployment pipelines
Monitoring: Real-time system monitoring and alerting

Environment Management

Development: Local development environment
Staging: Pre-production testing environment
Production: Live production environment
Backup: Disaster recovery and backup systems

Integration Capabilities

Third-Party Integrations

File Storage: Cloud storage for documents and attachments
Email Services: Automated email notifications
Payment Processing: Secure payment gateway integration
Reporting Tools: Advanced analytics and reporting

API Integrations

REST APIs: Standard RESTful API endpoints
Webhooks: Real-time event notifications
Data Export: CSV, PDF, and Excel export capabilities
Import Tools: Bulk data import functionality

Future Architecture Plans

Planned Enhancements

Mobile App: Native mobile applications for iOS and Android
Offline Support: Offline capability for remote site access
Advanced Analytics: Machine learning and predictive analytics
IoT Integration: Integration with construction IoT devices

Technology Upgrades

GraphQL: Advanced API query language
Real-time Features: Enhanced real-time collaboration
AI/ML: Advanced artificial intelligence capabilities
Blockchain: Future blockchain integration for enhanced security

The technical architecture of 14Build is designed to provide a robust, scalable, and secure foundation for modern construction management while maintaining flexibility for future enhancements and integrations.