Feature Capabilities

Comprehensive overview of platform features, e-commerce capabilities, and B2B workflows

Platform Feature Status

✅ Live

Core E-commerce

Product catalog, cart, search, mobile optimization

🔄 Active

B2B Enhancement

Account management, quotes, payment integration

📋 Planned

Advanced Features

Analytics, integrations, workflow automation

Live Production Features

Product Catalog & Discovery

✅ Production Ready

Catalog Features

• 959 Products: Complete marine hardware catalog
• Category Filtering: Two-stage hierarchical navigation
• Smart Search: Product name and description search
• Product Images: 12,071 high-resolution images via CDN
• Specifications: Detailed technical product information
• Availability: Real-time stock status indicators

User Experience

• Performance: Sub-400ms API response times
• Mobile Optimized: Responsive design for all devices
• Professional Theme: Technical blueprint aesthetic
• Graceful Fallbacks: Professional placeholders for missing content
• Accessibility: Screen reader compatible
• SEO Ready: Structured data and meta optimization

Product Configurators

✅ 63 Live Configurators

Configuration Options

• Material Selection: Stainless steel grades, bronze, aluminum
• Size Variations: Standard and custom dimensions
• Finish Options: Polished, brushed, anodized finishes
• Mounting Types: Through-bolt, surface mount, recessed
• Performance Specs: Load ratings, corrosion resistance
• Compliance: ABYC, CE, and other marine certifications

Smart Features

• Real-time Pricing: Dynamic price updates based on selections
• Compatibility Checking: Ensures selected options work together
• Visual Preview: Product images update with selections
• Specification Sheet: Auto-generated based on configuration
• Save Configurations: Reuse common setups
• Bulk Configure: Apply settings to multiple products

Intelligent Cart System

✅ Advanced Logic

Compatibility Engine

• Material Compatibility: Prevents galvanic corrosion
• Size Matching: Ensures proper hardware sizing
• Load Requirements: Verifies strength ratings
• Installation Context: Above/below waterline appropriateness
• Standards Compliance: Regulatory requirement checking
• Warning System: Alerts for incompatible combinations

Smart Recommendations

• Bundle Detection: Suggests complete hardware sets
• Cross-selling: Related products and accessories
• Alternative Products: Suitable substitutions
• Quantity Optimization: Bulk pricing opportunities
• Installation Tools: Required tools and supplies
• Maintenance Items: Replacement parts and service kits

B2B Enhancement Features

Automated Quote Management

🔄 Phase 3B

Quote Generation

• Instant Quotes: Real-time pricing with discounts
• Custom Pricing: Account-specific rates and terms
• Volume Discounts: Automatic bulk pricing tiers
• Project Quotes: Multi-phase project pricing
• Validity Periods: Time-limited quote expiration
• Professional Format: Branded quote documents

Quote Workflow

• Approval Process: Internal review and authorization
• Customer Collaboration: Quote revision and negotiation
• Quote Tracking: Status updates and notifications
• Conversion Tracking: Quote-to-order analytics
• Archive System: Historical quote repository
• Integration Ready: CRM and ERP connectivity

B2B Account Management

🔄 Development

Multi-User Accounts

• Role-Based Access: Admin, purchaser, viewer permissions
• Team Management: User invitations and deactivation
• Spending Limits: User-specific purchase authorities
• Approval Workflows: Purchase authorization chains
• Activity Tracking: User action logs and auditing
• Communication: Internal team messaging

Account Intelligence

• Purchase History: Complete order and quote history
• Preference Learning: Personalized product suggestions
• Credit Management: Terms, limits, and payment tracking
• Contract Pricing: Special negotiated rates
• Delivery Preferences: Shipping addresses and methods
• Analytics Dashboard: Spending and usage insights

Payment & Billing Integration

🔄 Integration Phase

Payment Methods

• Credit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, AmEx processing
• ACH Payments: Bank transfer integration
• Purchase Orders: PO-based ordering workflow
• Net Terms: 30/60/90 day payment terms
• Credit Lines: Pre-approved credit facilities
• Wire Transfers: International payment support

Billing Features

• Automated Invoicing: Order-triggered invoice generation
• Payment Tracking: Real-time payment status updates
• Tax Calculation: Multi-jurisdiction tax handling
• Statement Generation: Monthly account statements
• Dispute Management: Invoice dispute resolution
• Financial Reporting: Accounts receivable analytics

Advanced Planned Features

Integration Hub

📋 Roadmap

ERP Integration

• SAP Integration: Real-time inventory sync
• QuickBooks: Financial data synchronization
• NetSuite: Complete ERP connectivity
• Custom APIs: Proprietary system integration
• Data Mapping: Field-level data transformation
• Error Handling: Robust sync error management

Third-Party Services

• Shipping APIs: FedEx, UPS, freight carriers
• Tax Services: Avalara, TaxJar integration
• CRM Systems: Salesforce, HubSpot connectivity
• Analytics: Google Analytics, custom tracking
• Communication: Email, SMS notification services
• Document Storage: Dropbox, OneDrive integration

Analytics & Business Intelligence

📋 Q2 2025

Business Analytics

• Sales Reporting: Revenue trends and forecasting
• Customer Analytics: Behavior and preference analysis
• Product Performance: Best sellers and inventory turns
• Margin Analysis: Profitability by product and customer
• Market Intelligence: Industry trends and opportunities
• Competitive Analysis: Pricing and positioning insights

Operational Metrics

• Platform Performance: Speed, uptime, user experience
• Conversion Funnel: Visitor to customer analysis
• Support Metrics: Response times and satisfaction
• Inventory Analysis: Stock levels and turnover rates
• Quality Metrics: Return rates and defect tracking
• Process Optimization: Workflow efficiency analysis

Mobile & Offline Capabilities

📋 Future Phase

Mobile App Features

• Native Apps: iOS and Android applications
• Barcode Scanning: Quick product lookup and ordering
• Push Notifications: Order updates and promotions
• Camera Integration: Visual product search
• GPS Integration: Location-based inventory
• Voice Ordering: Hands-free order placement

Offline Capabilities

• Offline Catalog: Product browsing without internet
• Sync Queuing: Actions sync when connection restored
• Local Storage: Cached customer and order data
• Field Sales Support: Remote location functionality
• Emergency Ordering: Critical part access offline
• Data Resilience: No lost work during outages

Development Roadmap Timeline

Q4 2024 - Foundation Complete✅ Completed

Core platform, product catalog, intelligent cart system

Q1 2025 - B2B Enhancement🔄 In Progress

Account management, quote system, payment integration

Q2 2025 - Analytics & Integration📋 Planned

Business intelligence, ERP integration, advanced reporting

Q3 2025 - Mobile & Advanced Features💡 Future

Mobile apps, offline capabilities, AI-powered features

Feature Demos & Testing

Live Product Catalog Test Intelligent Cart Product Configurators API Performance