You are young entrepreneurs with a great idea. You have managed to gather a good team around you, and now the technical person responsible for building your idea comes and starts talking to you about “architecture.” You are confused, with blueprints of buildings and “blueprints” that you saw in renovation plans running through your head. Well, you are not really far off – product architecture is the foundation on which your idea will be built. But it is a good idea to align yourself with the architect and contractor, so we have prepared a primer for you on the matter.
Product Architecture: The Construction Plan of the Product
When developers and programmers talk about product architecture, they are referring to the design of the product. It is the part of the development process where the structure, functionality, and performance of the product are determined. As we said, product architecture is like a house construction plan. It includes all the small details, from the foundations to the roof. Good product architecture will ensure that the product is stable, efficient, and easy to use. Just like a dream home.
What Does Product Architecture Include?
Product architecture includes a number of components, including:
- Structure: How is the product composed? What components does it have? How are they related to each other?
- Functionality: What can the product do? What needs does it meet?
- Performance: How fast does the product run? How many resources does it consume?
- Reliability: How stable is the product and free of malfunctions?
- Security: How secure is the product against hacking or misuse?
How to Build Product Architecture?
Building product architecture is a gradual process. It starts with understanding the needs of the users and the goals of the product. Then, the architect, who is the programmer and developer, designs the structure and functionality of the product. Finally, the architect conducts tests to ensure that the architecture meets the business and functional requirements of the users, on the one hand, and you, on the other hand.
Why Do We Need Product Architecture at All?
Just as our house cannot be built without a plan, so can our product. Product architecture is important for a number of reasons, including:
- Takes into account the needs of users: Good architecture ensures that the product will be easy to use and accessible to the needs of users.
- Prevents problems in the future: Good architecture can help prevent future problems, such as low performance or instability.
- Makes the development process easier: Good architecture can help make the development process more efficient and save time and money.
How to Build a Good and Stable Product Architecture?
Our team of architects is one of the best in the field, and for every project it is worthwhile to come and at least consult with them. But if you want to know what is most important, at a glance, when we come to build the architecture we will ask you the following questions:
- We will start with research and a good understanding of the needs of the users. What do they want the product to do? What problems do they want to solve?
- We will consider together the different options for structure and functionality. Don’t settle for the first suggestion that comes to your head.
- We will do QA – testing and feedback from others. Ask other people to review your architecture and provide feedback.
Just like a stable and good house, so your product also needs a good plan that takes into account every detail from the residents of the house to the materials and finishing. Don’t let amateurs build your house – come to us for advice and let’s start construction work together!
