The 48by40 Equipment Management System is a comprehensive, cloud-based platform designed to revolutionize equipment tracking, maintenance, and logistics operations for the transportation industry. Built with modern web technologies, the system provides real-time visibility into equipment locations, streamlines maintenance workflows, and facilitates seamless repositioning services across multiple organizations.
KEY FEATURES
- Real-Time Equipment Tracking - GPS-based location monitoring with SkyBitz integration, providing live updates on equipment position, speed, heading, and battery status
- Interactive Mapping - Google Maps integration displaying equipment locations with detailed markers, info windows, and historical tracking data
- Multi-Role Access Control - Comprehensive role-based system supporting Corporate Lessors, Corporate Lessees, Maintenance Providers, and Logistics Providers with segment-specific dashboards
- Maintenance Management - Complete maintenance request lifecycle from creation to completion, with priority-based scheduling, vendor integration, and invoice management
- Repositioning Services - Automated repositioning request system with quote management, status tracking, and logistics provider integration for point-to-point equipment moves
- Document Management - Centralized document storage with categorization, equipment linking, and status tracking for registrations, insurance, manuals, and legal documents
- Marketplace Platform - Equipment availability marketplace connecting lessors with lessees, featuring search, filtering, and request management
- Financial Management - Revenue tracking, payment processing, and financial reporting across organizations
- Automated Email System - Lifecycle email automation using Resend API for onboarding, engagement, retention, and transactional communications
- Google OAuth Integration - Secure single-sign-on authentication with Google accounts
SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
The platform follows a modern microservices architecture with a React-based frontend and Django REST Framework backend. The system leverages PostgreSQL for robust data management, Celery with Redis for asynchronous task processing, and integrates with multiple third-party services including SkyBitz for GPS tracking, Google Maps for visualization, and Resend for email delivery.
USER EXPERIENCE
The application features a responsive, modern UI built with Tailwind CSS, supporting both light and dark modes. The interface is designed for accessibility following WCAG guidelines, with smooth animations, loading states, and comprehensive error handling. Role-specific dashboards provide tailored experiences for each user segment, ensuring relevant information and actions are immediately accessible.
DEPLOYMENT & SCALABILITY
Deployed on AWS EC2 with Nginx reverse proxy and SSL certificates, the system is designed for high availability and scalability. The deployment process includes automated database migrations, static file collection, and service management, ensuring smooth updates without downtime. The platform supports multiple organizations with data isolation and cross-tenant analytics for administrative oversight.