MetaDesign Solutions
MetaDesign SolutionsEmpowering early years education: comprehensive ERP and mobile solutions for streamlined nursery management
Overview
MetaDesign Solutions partnered with eyLog, now known as eyWorks, to develop a robust and comprehensive ERP platform tailored for the unique needs of nursery schools. Spanning over a decade, our collaboration involved end-to-end development of backend systems, mobile applications, and web platforms, providing a seamless digital experience for administrators, teachers, and parents. Our dedicated team integrated with eyWorks, delivering a fully functional, user-friendly, and scalable solution that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced workload across various facets of nursery management.
about the client
eyWorks, formerly known as eyLog, is a leading provider of ERP solutions specifically designed for nursery schools and early years education providers in the UK. Their platform is a one-stop solution that integrates various business modules to streamline nursery operations, including administration, HR, parent engagement, and child progress tracking. eyWorks offers both web and mobile applications, allowing users to manage tasks such as children registration, session scheduling, invoicing, staff management, and more. The platform’s comprehensive tools help reduce paperwork and operational costs while enhancing communication and engagement between nursery staff and parents.
Over the years, eyWorks has emerged as the preferred choice for childcare providers, offering a user-friendly, affordable, and scalable solution that meets the evolving needs of the early years education sector. Their commitment to quality and innovation has made them a trusted partner for nurseries looking to improve their business processes and provide better care for children. With eyWorks’ software, nursery schools can focus more on the children’s development, thanks to the simplified and efficient management of day-to-day operations.
Industry Domain
Service Category (Service-line)
Digital Product Development / QA Automation / Cloud Development
Technologies Used
Android,
IOS
YII
PHP
AWS
NodeJS
React
React Native
MySQL
Challenges
Complex ERP Development: Building a multi-module ERP platform that integrates diverse functionalities while maintaining ease of use.
Continuous Maintenance and Upgrades: Ensuring the platform remained up-to-date with the latest technologies and industry standards.
Data Management: Handling and securely storing large volumes of data across multiple nurseries, requiring efficient cloud management.
Quality Assurance: Implementing rigorous QA processes to deliver stable and bug-free software updates consistently.
Solution Scope and Services
MetaDesign Solutions provided a full suite of development services to eyWorks, acting as an extended team to support their product development journey. We contributed to various components of the ERP system, including backend architecture, mobile and web applications, and data management. Our team’s responsibilities ranged from creating APIs and cron jobs to cloud management and deploying mobile apps across different platforms.
The project required us to overcome challenges such as integrating multiple learning frameworks into a flexible database design, managing terabytes of data efficiently, and ensuring a seamless user experience across all devices. Our collaboration enabled eyWorks to offer a stable, secure, and scalable platform that meets the complex needs of nursery management.
Mobile Application Development
Our team developed multiple mobile applications for eyWorks, utilizing both Native SDKs for Android and iOS, and React Native SDK for cross-platform solutions. These apps catered to various personas, including teachers, parents, and administrators, ensuring they had the tools necessary to manage and interact with nursery operations on the go. The mobile apps streamlined tasks such as child progress tracking, parent-teacher communication, and daily management, thereby enhancing engagement and efficiency within the nursery community.
Backend Development and Software Architecture
The backend development involved creating a robust architecture using the YII PHP Framework, WordPress, and NodeJS. We designed a flexible database structure that could support 15 different learning frameworks, accommodating the diverse requirements of multiple nurseries. The architecture allowed for easy scalability and customization, ensuring that the platform could grow with eyWorks’ expanding customer base while maintaining high performance and security standards.
Web Application Development
The web applications developed for eyWorks included a responsive SAAS platform and an admin panel, both built using the React framework. These applications provided a user-friendly interface that allowed nursery staff to manage day-to-day operations efficiently. The responsive design ensured that users could access the platform from any device, enhancing usability and accessibility. The web apps also integrated seamlessly with the backend and mobile applications, providing a unified experience for all users.
Results
MetaDesign Solutions’ decade-long partnership with eyWorks resulted in the successful development of a comprehensive ERP platform tailored to the needs of the early years education sector. Our team’s expertise in mobile, backend, and web application development enabled us to deliver a solution that streamlined nursery management processes, reduced operational costs, and enhanced user engagement. The positive impact of the solution is evident in eyWorks’ rapid adoption by nursery schools across the UK, solidifying their position as a leading provider of early years software.
Through our collaborative efforts, we were able to overcome significant technical and business challenges, ensuring that the platform remained flexible, scalable, and secure. The solution not only improved the day-to-day operations of nursery schools but also allowed them to focus more on the development and well-being of the children in their care.