CAFE is designed for companies seeking to rapidly prototype and evaluate composable platforms, those with solution-led projects requiring composable technology, or those facing tight deadlines and prioritizing speed over customization. It benefits clients by offering time savings, future-proof evolution, built-in scalability, and best practices derived from Apply Digital's extensive experience. By choosing CAFE, clients can streamline development, reduce time-to-market, and focus on innovation rather than foundational architectural decisions.
CAFE provides a comprehensive suite of tools and integrations to expedite the development of custom composable solutions. Its core framework is built upon React + Next.JS for the frontend application, employing serverless frontend deployment for efficiency. This foundation adheres to atomic design principles, offering a component library that facilitates the creation of content-rich and commerce-focused pages, while also ensuring best practices for UX, accessibility, SEO, and analytics.
For content management, CAFE integrates Contentful, providing features such as custom content modeling, distinct environments, roles/workflows, and a user-friendly studio. This allows for efficient content creation and management within the composable ecosystem.
On the commerce side, CAFE leverages commercetools to deliver robust capabilities including order management, comprehensive product information management, promotions, and search functionality. This empowers businesses to effectively handle their commercial operations within the composable framework.
Additionally, CAFE includes comprehensive documentation tailored for both designers and developers. This documentation serves as a valuable resource, guiding users on effectively utilizing the various components and functionalities within the CAFE ecosystem.
CAFE adds the possibility of extending its capabilities through integrations with other compatible services or custom-developed modules. This flexibility allows businesses to tailor the CAFE solution to their unique requirements and potentially incorporate additional features as needed.
Clients choosing CAFE benefit from accelerated time-to-value, streamlined implementation timelines, and reduced risks associated with architectural decisions. CAFE's foundation in proven best practices and extensive composable project experience ensures a solid, reliable starting point. This allows clients to bypass foundational complexities and focus on feature development and innovation, ultimately leading to faster project delivery and enhanced digital experiences.
