Starting with an extensive period of requirement gathering, the Creole Studios team immersed themselves in understanding both the hardware specifications of Suprema and the software capabilities of Gallagher. This phase involved meticulous review of API documentation, hardware testing, and software compatibility checks to ensure the middleware would seamlessly integrate the two systems.

We designed and developed a middleware architecture using Node.js for backend processing and Next.js for the frontend interface. This architecture was chosen for its ability to handle asynchronous data flows and real-time communication, crucial for synchronizing the Suprema and Gallagher systems.

To tackle the challenge of real-time data synchronization, we implemented a cron job that refreshes data every 5 seconds, ensuring that user information and system settings are consistently updated across both platforms. Additionally, we provided a manual sync feature, allowing system administrators to initiate synchronization on demand, thereby maintaining high data integrity and reliability.

We developed intuitive wireframes and user interfaces that were critically reviewed and approved by all stakeholders before proceeding. This ensured that the final product was not only technically sound but also user-friendly, allowing system administrators to manage user data and device settings effortlessly.