Our platform is designed according to the 'shared codebase, separate data' principle. This means that all client applications run on the same modern, well-maintained codebase, while each client's data and content remain strictly separated.
This approach offers significant advantages:
- Cost-Efficient: developments and improvements become immediately available to all clients
- Scalable: new applications can be set up quickly
- Reliable: the platform is extensively tested and continuously evolving
- Secure: security updates are implemented centrally
- Flexible: customization is possible within the standardized framework
Technology Stack
RetailBee is powered by the TALL stack - a modern, full-stack development approach that combines:
- Tailwind CSS - A utility-first CSS framework for rapid UI development
- Alpine.js - A lightweight JavaScript framework for composing behavior directly in markup
- Livewire - Full-stack framework for Laravel that makes building dynamic interfaces simple
- Laravel - The PHP framework for web artisans
Core Infrastructure
- Laravel 12 with PHP 8.4 for a robust backend foundation
- MySQL for reliable data storage with multi-tenant architecture
- Redis for caching and real-time features
- Meilisearch for lightning-fast search functionality
- Vite for modern asset compilation and hot reloading
Platform Components
Our platform is built from self-contained components that each implement specific business functionality. This modular approach promotes reusability, maintainability, and flexible customization.
Foundation Components
Authentication & Users
- Multi-tenant user management with role-based permissions
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) support
- Social login integration via Laravel Socialite
- Session management with Redis
- API token authentication
Content Management
- Dynamic page builder with version control
- SEO-optimized content structure
- Multilingual support out of the box
- Media library with image optimization
- Rich-text editing with Tiptap
Business Components
E-commerce Core
- Product Catalog: Advanced product management with variants, attributes, and categories
- Inventory: Real-time stock tracking across multiple locations
- Shopping Cart: Persistent cart with guest checkout support
- Order Management: Complete order lifecycle from placement to fulfillment
- Customer Accounts: Self-service portal with order history and wishlists
Point of Sale
- Barcode scanning support
- Cash drawer integration
- Receipt printing
- Multi-terminal support
Events & Ticketing
- Event creation and management
- Ticket types and pricing tiers
- QR code generation and validation
- Capacity management
- Attendee check-in system
Marketing Components
Customer Engagement
- Newsletter campaigns with segmentation
- Review and rating system
- Loyalty programs and rewards
- Abandoned cart recovery
- Customer analytics dashboard
Communications
- Transactional email templates
- SMS notifications
- Push notifications for mobile apps
- In-app messaging
- Marketing automation workflows
Integrations
External integrations are handled through Laravel's service container, providing a flexible and maintainable approach to third-party connections.
Payment Processing
- Mollie - Comprehensive European payment methods including iDEAL, Bancontact, and SEPA
- POS Terminals - Direct integration with CCV and other terminal providers
Shipping & Fulfillment
- Sendcloud - Multi-carrier shipping with label printing
- Track & Trace - Real-time shipment tracking
Business Operations
- Accounting - Connections to Yuki, Octopus, and other accounting platforms
Communication Channels
- Email Delivery - Reliable transactional emails via Postmark
- Social Media - Instagram and Facebook integration
Analytics & Monitoring
- Google Analytics 4 - E-commerce tracking
- Search Console - SEO performance monitoring
- Custom Webhooks - Real-time event notifications
Architecture Benefits
Performance at Scale
- Redis caching for sub-second response times
- Queue workers for background processing
- Horizontal scaling capabilities
- CDN integration for global asset delivery
Developer Experience
- Clean, documented APIs
- Comprehensive webhook system
- Laravel Telescope for debugging
- Extensive test coverage
Security First
- Regular security audits
- PCI compliance ready
- GDPR-compliant data handling
- Automated backup systems
Built for retailers who demand flexibility without complexity, RetailBee combines the power of modern technology with the simplicity of a unified platform. Join us as we reshape retail technology, one component at a time.