Project Overview
Brass.io is a custom-built MVP designed specifically for the brass manufacturing industry to eliminate manual, paper-based inventory processes. The platform enables manufacturers to efficiently manage inventory, track inward and outward product movements, and maintain accurate, real-time records—all from a centralized digital system.
By replacing traditional receipt books and spreadsheets with a smart SaaS solution, Brass.io helps businesses improve accuracy, reduce operational delays, and gain complete visibility into their inventory lifecycle.
Development
We delivered Brass.io as a full-stack MVP, focusing on scalability, performance, and long-term extensibility. The system was architected to handle complex inventory workflows while remaining intuitive for non-technical users.
The backend was developed using Next.js with PostgreSQL and Prisma ORM, ensuring reliable data modeling, secure APIs, and efficient query performance. On the frontend, Next.js combined with TanStack Query enables fast, consistent data synchronization, while TanStack Table powers advanced tabular interactions such as filtering, sorting, and pagination.
The admin dashboard was crafted using Shadcn UI and Tailwind CSS, delivering a clean, professional, and fully responsive user experience.
Core Features
- Digital creation and management of Inward and Outward receipts
- Real-time inventory tracking and workflow monitoring
- Advanced data tables with search, sorting, and filtration
- Secure record management with controlled deletion
- Inventory analytics with viewable and printable statements
- Centralized customer and account management
Technology Stack
- Frontend: Next.js, Shadcn UI, Tailwind CSS, TanStack Query, TanStack Table, React-PDF
- Backend: Node.js, Next.js APIs, Nodemailer
- Database: PostgreSQL with Prisma ORM
- Security: Better Auth for authentication, API key–based authorization
Challenges & Solutions
- Manual Inventory Records → Replaced paper-based entries with a fully digital receipt system
- Complex Inventory Workflows → Introduced real-time workflow tracking and status monitoring
- Large Data Handling → Implemented optimized data fetching with advanced table filtering and pagination
- Risk of Data Loss → Added secure, permission-based record deletion controls
- Slow Statement Generation → Enabled instant inventory analytics and printable digital statements
Impact & Results
Brass.io has enabled brass manufacturers to fully digitalize their inventory management process, reducing manual errors and significantly improving operational efficiency. Businesses can now generate accurate inventory statements in minutes, monitor stock movement in real time, and collaborate more effectively across teams.
This MVP demonstrates our capability to design, build, and scale industry-specific SaaS products, transforming complex, traditional workflows into modern, high-performance digital solutions.