1. Introduction
The app will connect customers with local grocery stores, enabling users to browse products, place orders, and receive deliveries.
Core Functionalities

User Accounts:
User registration and login with secure authentication.
User profile management with address book and order history.
Grocery Stores:
Onboarding process for grocery stores to register and manage their inventory.
Product listing with categories, descriptions, prices, and images.
Real-time inventory management for stores.
Order confirmation and processing system.
Customer Features:
Browse listed grocery stores by location or category.
Search for specific products within stores.
View detailed product information with pictures, descriptions, and prices.
Add items to a shopping cart and manage quantities.
Apply discounts and coupons (if applicable).
Choose between pay-on-delivery or direct payment to the store.
Secure payment processing for in-app purchases.
Order tracking with estimated delivery time.
Real-time chat support for customer inquiries.
Order history and review system for stores and past purchases.
Delivery Management:
Order allocation system for assigning deliveries to riders.
Rider application (optional) for managing deliveries and navigation.
Real-time order tracking on map for customers and riders.
Push notifications for order updates (confirmation, on the way, delivered).
Admin Panel:
Secure admin dashboard for managing users, stores, orders, and deliveries.
System for monitoring app performance and generating reports.
Content management system for managing app banners and promotions.
3. Technical Specifications

The application will be developed for both iOS and Android platforms (native or cross-platform to be decided).
Secure back-end development to handle user data, transactions, and order management.
Integration with real-time mapping services for delivery tracking.
Secure payment gateway integration for in-app purchases.
Push notification service for order updates and promotions.
4. Deliverables

Functional and well-tested mobile app for iOS and Android (or chosen platform).
Secure back-end server infrastructure.
Admin panel for app management.
Comprehensive documentation for future maintenance and updates.
5. Exclusions

This scope excludes features like in-app chat with delivery riders or grocery store staff (can be added later).
Integration with third-party loyalty programs (can be explored as additional features).
Advanced features like in-store product picking or scheduling deliveries (can be discussed for future iterations).
6.  Acceptance Criteria

The app should be fully functional on both target platforms.
All core functionalities should operate as specified in this document.
The app should be user-friendly, intuitive, and visually appealing.
The app should meet all security and performance standards.
User acceptance testing will be conducted to ensure a smooth user experience.

Budget: $1,500

Posted On: April 30, 2024 06:28 UTC
Category: Mobile App Development
Skills:Tablet, Personal Computer, Android, Smartphone

Country: Kenya

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