POP TikR – Shop & Tour Local

Project Description:

In the past 2 years, the global economy was pushed down because of the heavy restrictions imposed to contain the spread of COVID-19. Small business owners suffered even more due to their operational limitations and reach. Even as restrictions are lifted local stores will need further support to recover from the potential financial losses incurred in the latest years.

POPTikR is a technological solution that seeks to close the distance between customers and small stores that may not have a big budget for marketing and PR. The app displays deals, coupons, and promotions which serve as incentives for consumers to try local businesses instead of big chains. This solution will help family-owned establishments and local stores to attract traffic and recover more quickly.

Our team put together this solution in accordance with the client’s preferences and input along with the duration of the project. Best practices in design and communication were followed to provide a complete and functional final product.

Technologies with high industry penetration such as React Native, Amazon Web Services, and GraphQL were selected and added to the tech stack to ensure continuity in the project’s future and flexibility.

Most recently, the POP TiKR mobile application had its home page updated with a better layout, and other team members proceeded to test the usability, the validity of information, links, and design across multiple devices.

We would like to thank our client, Kamal, Algonquin College, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, and the Applied Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship center for their support and for this wonderful opportunity to be part of the team.

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