Meet Annex: The First Commercial Platform of Its Kind

The Challenge

O'Neil Software saw an opportunity to transform the traditional pen-and-paper record storage industry. They envisioned Annex: a consumer-facing marketplace that would connect everyday users directly with storage facilities, creating new revenue streams for record centers without heavy marketing costs.

Our Solution

We partnered with O'Neil Software to build a modern e-commerce platform featuring:

• Responsive Web Application built with Next.js, Directus, GraphQL, and Tailwind
• Seamless Payment Processing through Stripe integration
• Content Management System powered by Directus, enabling non-technical team members to update content independently
• Cross-Platform Architecture designed for future mobile expansion using Expo and Nativewind

Key Features Delivered

• Custom pages for easy content management
• Personalized shopping experience with vendor selection
• Comprehensive account management portal
• Integrations marketplace for third-party solutions

The collaboration resulted in a groundbreaking platform that made an entire industry instantly more accessible and user-friendly.

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