CASE STUDY

Payment processing system for a B2B FinTech startup

This entrepreneur created a disruptive payment platform for small businesses.

Tech stack/tools we used: React, Java Spring Boot, Docker, Azure

Our workPayment processing system for a B2B FinTech startup

Client

B2B Fintech platform

Our client, a dynamic B2B FinTech startup, is committed to empowering small businesses with streamlined payment solutions. They aim to revolutionize traditional payment systems by offering an all-in-one invoicing and bill pay platform that eliminates fees and simplifies transactions for businesses in the United States.

Problem

Securing investments for a yet another FinTech startup

The client faced challenges in securing funding and assembling a dedicated team to bring their vision to life. Additionally, they needed a robust proof of concept to attract investors and establish credibility in the competitive FinTech landscape.

Solution

All-in-one payment platform

In the initial phase, we focused on developing core platform features that didn't rely on immediate bank integration, enabling the client to advance their project while they sought a compatible banking partner.

Following the integration with a banking partner, we transitioned to phase two. Despite tight timelines, we swiftly scaled up our team and accelerated development, incorporating new features to meet evolving requirements.

Result

Growing startup that transforms transaction efficiency

$9.7M
investments raised
1000+
banks synced via Plaid
2000+
B2B users

Challenge #1

Bank partner integration

Integrating with banking partners posed significant technical challenges, including navigating complex APIs, ensuring data encryption and privacy compliance, and synchronizing transactional data seamlessly across platforms. Addressing these hurdles required close collaboration between our development team and the bank's IT specialists, extensive testing, and iterative refinement of our approach to ensure smooth interaction and compatibility.

Challenge #2

Technical complexity

The platform's complex architecture, featuring multiple interconnected components such as payment gateways, invoicing systems, and user authentication modules, added layers of technical complexity. To overcome this challenge, we meticulously designed and implemented the solution, prioritizing modularity, scalability, and fault tolerance to handle future growth and changing user needs.

Challenge #3

Short development timeline

To meet this challenge, we implemented agile project management practices, swiftly allocated resources, and coordinated closely among cross-functional teams. We prioritized critical features and established efficient communication channels to ensure alignment and prompt decision-making. This approach enabled us to meet tight deadlines without compromising product quality.

Key features

Ability to complete transactions
We engineered core transactional features, including invoice generation, payment processing, and receipt tracking, to showcase the platform's operational capabilities to potential investors.
Scalable architecture
We architected a scalable and resilient system capable of integrating smoothly with banking partners’ APIs for secure and efficient financial transactions. The architecture was designed with future growth in mind, allowing for easy expansion and adaptation to evolving business needs.
Intuitive UI/UX
We partnered with the in-house team to craft a user-friendly front-end interface, prioritizing simplicity and clarity in design. This approach involved implementing intuitive navigation, clear call-to-action elements, and responsive design principles for seamless usability across devices.