Hi All, I am currently developing a web portal/app to connect scaffolders to businesses for regular/ ad-hoc work. Looking for suggested features or ideas from both a scaffolder and a business perspective. All help is much appreciated.
Here are some suggestions from both a scaffolder and business perspective:
For Scaffolders:
Detailed profiles: Allow scaffolders to showcase their experience, qualifications, certifications, specializations (e.g., industrial, residential), and references.
Availability calendar: Enable flexible scheduling by indicating preferred workdays, hours, and minimum lead time.
Rate setting: Let scaffolders set their own hourly or project rates.
Job search filters: Facilitate efficient job discovery by filtering based on location, project type, size, duration, pay rate, and other relevant criteria.
Direct communication: Provide secure in-app chat or messaging to connect with businesses and discuss job details.
Review and rating system: Allow scaffolders to review businesses and vice versa, building trust and transparency.
Payment processing: Integrate a secure payment system for seamless invoice management and timely payments.
Community features: Foster connections among scaffolders through forums, discussion boards, or mentorship programs.
Safety resources: Offer access to safety guidelines, training materials, and industry updates.
Insurance verification: Provide a way for businesses to verify scaffolders' insurance coverage.
For Business Users:
Comprehensive search: Enable searching for qualified scaffolders based on location, expertise, certifications, availability, and past reviews.
Project posting: Simplify project posting with clear descriptions, budget ranges, required skills, and deadlines.
Quote comparison: Allow businesses to compare quotes from multiple scaffolders side-by-side.
Secure messaging: Facilitate secure communication with potential scaffolders to discuss project details and negotiate rates.
Job management tools: Offer tools to track project progress, manage schedules, and communicate with scaffolders on-site.
Payment security: Ensure secure payment options for invoices and payroll.
Performance tracking: Enable tracking of scaffolder performance through feedback, ratings, and completion rates.
Compliance verification: Provide tools to verify scaffolders' certifications and insurance coverage.
Safety resources: Offer access to safety checklists, incident reporting tools, and best practices.
Additional Features:
Geolocation: Leverage location services to connect businesses with nearby scaffolders.
Push notifications: Alert users about new job opportunities, messages, and important updates.
Multilingual support: Cater to a wider audience by offering the platform in multiple languages.
Integrations: Integrate with third-party tools like accounting software, project management platforms, and safety databases.
Remember:
Prioritize user experience and interface design for a smooth and intuitive experience.
Ensure high security standards for user data and financial transactions.
Clearly communicate your value proposition to both sides of the platform.
Consider offering tiered subscription plans with different feature sets for different user needs.
I hope these suggestions give you a good starting point!