Desarrollo de arquitecturas de microservicios escalables y resilientes aplicados a las MIPYMES de la ciudad de Azoguez

Abstract

This paper presents the design, implementation, and validation of a prototype architecture based on scalable and structurally resilient microservices, aimed at optimizing operational processes for an SME in the city of Azogues, Ecuador. The research adopted an applied, single-case study approach, integrating analysis of the current system (AS-IS), modeling of a proposed architecture (TO-BE), and evaluation through technical testing and qualitative analysis. The solution was deployed in a containerized environment using Docker Compose, incorporating an API Gateway, JWT-based authentication, logical separation of databases by microservice, and auditing mechanisms. Quantitative validation showed an approximate 75% reduction in internal processing time for the billing workflow, while qualitative evaluation indicated high levels of satisfaction and perceived organizational improvement on the part of the administrative user. Although the implemented resilience corresponds to a structural level and lacks advanced fault- tolerance patterns, the proposed architecture demonstrates technical and operational viability to drive progressive modernization of SME in resource-constrained contexts.