ZYZ
The ZAYAZ Platform
1. Three Main Hubs
To provide a clearer understanding of the platform’s architecture, we have structured ZAYAZ into three main hubs:
- Input Hub – for gathering and managing data.
- Computation Hub – for processing, calculating, and transforming data.
- Reports & Insights Hub – for presenting information and generating user-facing outputs.
This manual follows the same structure, though some overlap exists between sections.
1.1. Input Hub
The Input Hub is composed of the following elements:
- Form Fields: These are the fundamental data entry points, each with specific attributes (e.g. type, validation logic, dependencies).
- Form Modules: Logical groupings of related fields designed to serve a particular purpose—e.g. User Registration, Waste Reporting, or Carbon Emissions Input.
- Forms: Full structures that combine multiple modules to align with a specific reporting framework, such as Supplier Registration, CSRD Reporting, or ESG Audits.
Each Form Field supports:
API Sources – APIs for extracting e.g. accounting data, IoT data, etc.
- Manual Input – direct user entry.
- AI & Automated Extraction – Automatic filling of fields and integrations such as NLP-based extraction.
- Historical & Legacy – Uploading and storing of information.
- Supply Chain Input – internal data pipelines from supply network participants.
Additionally, the Input Hub incorporates Supporting Systems that enrich or connect field inputs to computations, AI-guidance, visual components, or external logic dependencies.
1.2. Computation Hub
The Computation Hub is responsible for normalizing, calculating, and enhancing the data collected via the Input Hub. It includes:
- MLists: Both static (manually updated) and dynamic (API-integrated or rule-based) lists used for dropdowns, classifications, or reference lookups.
- MCalculations: Various modules that perform metric computations (e.g. GHG emissions, recycling rates, risk scores).
- MConversions: Units and logic for data normalization (e.g. kg to tons, localized carbon factors).
- MGamification: Features that introduce user motivation mechanics such as leaderboards, performance badges, or team competitions.
- MExternal Sources: Integrations to fetch or exchange data with third-party systems.
1.3. Reports & Insights Hub
The final hub focuses on delivering value through insights. It includes:
- Dashboards: Customizable and role-specific visualizations for users (e.g. Admin, Client, Supplier, Verifier).
- Distributed Reports: Reports delivered via email, SMS, or scheduled push formats.
- APIs: Interfaces that allow external systems or clients to fetch real-time data from the ZAYAZ platform.
Appendices
Additional resources are provided for technical stakeholders, UX designers, and the EcoWorld Academy. These appendices include:
- Developer documentation
- UX guidelines
- Templates for gamified learning (e.g. quizzes, courses)
Important Notes
- All tables referenced in this document are available in the accompanying Excel Workbooks (links in the documentation).
- All tiers are called ZAYAZ.
- Thousand separators are not used. Decimals are indicated by either commas or periods depending on regional format (e.g. 12345,67 or 12345.67).
- Code snippets in this documentation are illustrative only. They may require updates or customization before production use.
- Requests for changes to modules, structure, or tools must be submitted using the form below, including details on the proposed modification, rationale, and impacted areas. Alternatively, you can:
- Email: cto@viroway.com
- Call: +357 22 032325 or contact Pedersen directly at pedersen@viroway.com.
All third-party software and licensing must be registered in the name of Viroway Ltd. For licensing questions, please contact cto@viroway.com.
2. The Functions of the Three Hubs:
Each Hub has a distinctive function:
- to gather information
- to automate the collection of data and calculate e.g. GHG emissions
- to present the information in various reports, dashboards and other forms of user interaction.
- Input Hub
- Computation Hub
- Reports & Insights Hub
There will also be a free tier on the Input Hub for suppliers to register simple data for easy supply chain reporting.. The free tier will not have access to the Results & Insights Hub.>
2.1. ZAYAZ is built to evolve alongside its users:
The platform’s modular architecture ensures that new tools and functionalities can be seamlessly added, reducing the need for external systems. By providing flexibility and scalability, it also allows organizations to start with their most pressing needs and grow into a full-spectrum ESG solution.
- Waste Management Analytics & Reporting: Detailed waste tracking and insights for operational efficiency.
- Chemical Management Module: For compliance with chemical safety standards like REACH or CLP.
- Carbon Offset Integration: Purchase and track offsets for emissions.
- Circular Economy Enablement: Tools to integrate circular economy principles into operations.
- Cross-Industry Collaboration: Data exchange portals with other businesses or regulators.
- Supply Chain Blockchain: Enhanced transparency and verification using blockchain.
- Disaster Response Planning: Tools for risk management and environmental resilience.
2.2. The Modular Concept of the ZAYAZ Platform
The modules in the linked illustrative platform figure comprise manual input modules (mint green), micro engines responsible for specialized tasks (dark green), computation modules handling centralized and complex functions (red), shared intelligance stack (yellow), and dashboard and reporting solutions (blue). Modules marked in purple indicate externally sourced services or information. Yellow boxes are shared intelligence stack.
Illustration of Modules:
https://whimsical.com/micro-engines-M3o4ToifZT4X58bVBSUjLE
The figure is meant to give an overview of how the ZAYAZ platform works, but does not exact and does is include all of the platforms solutions and functions.
3. Note to the Developers:
As developers and system architects, your role is foundational. The ZAYAZ platform aims to become the global benchmark for intelligent ESG systems. Your work enables:
- Real-time compliance and operational efficiency.
- AI-powered insights for decision-makers.
- Transparent, traceable, and trustworthy sustainability data.
Together, we are not just building a product—we’re engineering a better environmental future. Below are some overarching goals.
Objective
- Enable seamless ESG data management for companies.
- Foster transparency and accountability via the E-C-O™ Number system.
- Facilitate real-time, verifiable supply chain ESG reporting.
- Integrate a Single Environmental Footprint (EF) Score via the proprietary ECO-Score™.
- Unify internal and external data sources for a comprehensive view of sustainability performance.
Primary User Groups
- Companies: Manufacturers, suppliers, traders
- Verifiers: ESG consultants, auditing firms
- Administrators: Viroway staff and system developers
- Institutions: Government agencies and NGOs
3.1. Technical Framework
Architecture
- Microservices-based: Scalable and modular
- Deployment: Cloud-native (AWS)
Security & Compliance
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- AES-256 encryption for sensitive fields
- GDPR, ISO 42001, ISO 27001, SOC 2 alignment, EU AI Act.
- Immutable audit trails via blockchain
3.2. External Verifier Workflow
A robust ecosystem to validate submitted data and enhance platform trust.
Process
- Verifier Registration: Upload credentials and previous verifications
- Proposal Workflow: Suppliers can request, review, and select verifiers
- Escrow Payment: Stripe Connect integration; ZAYAZ as intermediary
- Audit Submission: Verifiers complete evaluations and submit proof
Platform Features
- Verifier dashboard: task tracking, earnings, status
- Supplier dashboard: bids, history, rating system
- Blockchain: full audit trail logging of all verification events
3.3. Reports & Insights (Reports & Insights Hub)
Dashboards
- Real-time metrics, charts, geospatial visualizations
- Role-based dashboards with customizable widgets
- KPI monitoring: compliance levels, ECO-score™ evolution, verifier performance
Automated Reporting
- Scheduled: Weekly, monthly, quarterly
- Triggered: On form submission, verifier update, or data anomaly
APIs & Custom Views
- REST or GraphQL endpoints for third-party integrations
- Query builder for exporting specific data segments
- Filtering by: region, supplier tier, verification level
3.4. Examples of External Data Sources
Seamless integration with trusted third-party services:
| Source | Use Case |
|---|---|
| Climatiq | Carbon emissions & EF calculations (backup solution) |
| Meltwater | ESG sentiment tracking |
| IQ Air | Real-time air quality |
| Trulioo | Legal entity verification (KYC/KYB) |
| Additional APIs | Benchmarking, regulation feeds |