Inside PlanAI's Lite Storage Architecture
Transparency matters. At PlanAI, we believe you should know exactly how your business data is organized, protected, and accessed. Here's an inside look at our purpose-built database architecture.
MongoDB Atlas: The Foundation
PlanAI uses MongoDB Atlas as our primary data store. This cloud-native database platform provides enterprise-grade security, automatic scaling, and global availability—ensuring your data is always accessible when you need it.
Purpose-Built Collections
We organize your data across dedicated collections, each optimized for its specific purpose:
- Business Plans Collection: Stores your strategic documents, business model canvases, and planning materials
- Financial Models Collection: Houses your pro-forma statements, forecasts, and unit economics
- Research Collection: Organizes market analysis, competitive research, and industry insights
- Documents Collection: Manages uploaded files, presentations, and supporting materials
Security Layers
Your data protection is built on multiple security layers:
1. Encryption at Rest
All data stored in MongoDB Atlas is encrypted using AES-256 encryption, the same standard used by financial institutions.
2. Encryption in Transit
All communications between your browser, our servers, and the database use TLS 1.3 encryption.
3. Access Controls
Role-based access ensures users only see data they're authorized to access, with separate permissions for students, instructors, and administrators.
4. Audit Logging
Comprehensive logs track all database operations, providing transparency and accountability.
Instant Accessibility
MongoDB's document-oriented structure means your business plans, financial models, and research are instantly accessible—no complex joins or queries required. This architecture enables the fast, responsive experience you expect from modern software.
Scalability Built-In
As your organization grows, MongoDB Atlas automatically scales to handle increased demand. Whether you're managing 10 students or 10,000, the architecture adapts seamlessly.
The Bottom Line
PlanAI's lite storage architecture is designed with three principles: security, performance, and transparency. Your business data deserves nothing less than enterprise-grade protection with the speed and simplicity of modern cloud infrastructure.