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Industry
RetailPlatform
Android Mobile Application
iOS Mobile Application
Technology Stack
Java for Android application
Objective C for iOS application
Laravel for Backend Development
Overview
UOB is a mobile app designed to transform how professionals connect, network, and build business relationships on the go. In today’s fast-paced world, networking needs to be quick and efficient. UOB meets this need with its easy-to-use “find, chat, and meet” features, making it simple for professionals to stay connected. The app helps users discover and connect with potential business contacts by showing detailed profiles with key info like industry and location. A standout feature is the real-time location check-in, which lets users connect with others nearby or at the same events, making in-person networking easier. With its powerful search and messaging tools, UOB makes growing your professional network simpler and more effective.
Key Features
- Profile Creation: Users can set up detailed profiles with their name, photo, company, job title, industry, location, email, website, and a personal bio.
- Check-In Location Services: Users can check in at specific spots, making it easy to connect with others nearby or at the same event.
- Industry Classification Search: Filter and search for professionals by industry, company, job title, or location to find the right connections more efficiently.
- Direct Messaging: Start a conversation with the "You On Business?" message, allowing instant messaging once the other party accepts.
- Business Contacts List: Save professionals to a custom list for easy access and quick communication.
- User Blocking/Reporting: Ensure a safe environment by blocking or reporting any inappropriate contacts.
- Admin Dashboard: Super Admins can monitor important metrics like user engagement, subscriber numbers, and revenue for managing the platform effectively.
Challenges
- User Engagement: Keeping users hooked by designing features that make them want to use the app frequently.
- Privacy Concerns: Finding the right balance between connecting people and safeguarding their privacy, especially with location check-ins and direct messaging.
- Scalability: Creating a platform that can handle lots of users and real-time messaging smoothly.
- Cross-Platform Consistency: Making sure the app experience is the same on both iOS and Android.
- Monetization: Setting up a revenue model that keeps users interested after the trial period without driving them away.
Solution
- User Engagement: Added features like location check-ins and a business contacts list to encourage users to interact more and come back often.
- Privacy Controls: Rolled out privacy settings that let users block or report inappropriate behavior and ensured location data is only shared during voluntary check-ins.
- Infrastructure: Used cloud-based services and improved the app’s architecture to handle a lot of users smoothly.
- Cross-Platform Development: Developed natively for iOS and Android to make sure each platform offers a top-notch, smooth experience.
- Monetization Strategy: Launched with a free trial followed by a one-time purchase option to keep the app affordable and easy to keep using.
3rd Party APIs/SDKs/Libraries
- Apache Mime4j
- HttpMime
- LinkedIn J Android
- Google Analytics
- Google Cloud Messaging
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