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Integrating Payment Gateway Solutions from Scratch

Website:

waythru.com

INDUSTRY:
Fintech

Duration:

2021 – ongoing

Customer location:

South Carolina, US

TECH STACK:
Java(AQA)|PostgreSQL|Python|React

SERVICES:
Custom Software Development|DevOps|Project Management|Quality Assurance|UX/UI Design

Dedicated team behind the project

PARTNERSHIP

The client

WayThru is a US-based fintech multi-tenancy platform aimed to help debt managing companies operate efficiently, helping schedule debts using various payment providers. The company’s ethos is rooted in humanity, focusing on a modern, empathetic approach to debt recovery.

PROJECT SCOPE

THE CHALLENGE

WayThru faced several technical and operational challenges with their previous third-party payment gateway processor:

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The platform's rigidity resulted in prolonged processing times, often extending to months, which significantly delayed the integration of new customers.

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Relying heavily on a third-party service that operated as a closed system, WayThru faced potential security vulnerabilities and operational limitations.

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The API provided by the payment processor lacked essential endpoints, hindering the development of a seamless user experience.

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The middleware was limited by the range of available payment options.

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The cost associated with using the previous payment system was notably high, impacting the overall financial efficiency.

STRATEGIES AND EXECUTION

what was done

Addressing the challenges with WayThru’s previous payment system, our team dedicated 12 months to developing a payment middleware solution from scratch. Designed to efficiently integrate with a range of third-party payment services, significantly improving the platform’s overall functionality.

Implemented features

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Platform connections to external payment providers, enabling support for various payment methods.

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Efficient transition of the users from their previous payment systems to the new middleware.

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Functionality for scheduled payment reminders.

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3-D secure authentication processes from payment providers to enhance transaction security.

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Compliance with CCPA, PCI DSS and other relevant regulations and standards.

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Ongoing security tests, vulnerability analysis, and external penetration testing.

Additional features

REST Endpoints and WebHooks: Added new RESTful endpoints and WebHooks to ensure efficient and reliable communication between the platform and external services.
Strong Unit Test Coverage: Maintained a robust unit test coverage of 80% or more, ensuring high reliability and stability of the platform.
Automated Quality Assurance (AQA): Employed Automated Quality Assurance techniques for comprehensive end-to-end and integration testing, which helped in maintaining the overall quality and performance of the platform.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Results

500,000

users successfully transitioned from the previous payment system to the newly developed PathWay solution

1,000

users adopted the new payment processor, indicating a growing user base for the platform

different payment providers, enhancing the platform's payment flexibility and options

$3000

reduced monthly in infrastructure expenses compared to the previous system

TECHNOLOGIES IN USE

Tech stack

Python

Django

React

PostgreSQL

Redis

Terraform

TEAM'S FEEDBACK

What the team has to say

It’s truly a pleasure to be part of the WayThru and PathWay projects, alongside an amazing team of passionate professionals. We come together on a daily basis to make our users’ experience as enjoyable and convenient as possible. Our focus on accessibility isn’t just a priority; it’s a commitment we all deeply care about. There’s a real sense of teamwork here, and it’s this collaborative spirit that drives us towards excellence in everything we do.

It's always rewarding to know that your efforts contribute to the well-being of others. That is the case with WayThru. All thanks to the multi-tenant architecture. We received a constant stream of challenging tasks that were both rewarding and intellectually stimulating. And constant feedback from the end users and satisfaction metrics have shown our consistent improvement!

Big shoutout to Ralabs for their outstanding support! The team’s commitment to our projects has been remarkable, and we've found a great partner in them. The Team Lead’s dedication is commendable, ensuring smooth collaboration. Their responsive approach, from adding team members to addressing budget concerns, has been refreshing. They’ve tackled challenges, like the payment system overhaul, head-on, showcasing their problem-solving skills.

Aaron Brooks

Managing Director and Co-Founder at WayThru Innovations

Ralabs consistently delivers high-quality outputs, and they're able to mitigate any risks to the web app. The team is responsive from a project management standpoint, and internal stakeholders are particularly impressed with their innovative approach to design.

Rhodes Kriske

Digital marketing director

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