Pop To The Shop: A Lifeline for COVID-19 Self-Isolators
Technology Category
- Platform as a Service (PaaS) - Application Development Platforms
Applicable Industries
- Buildings
- Cement
Applicable Functions
- Logistics & Transportation
Use Cases
- Building Automation & Control
- Last Mile Delivery
About The Customer
The primary customers of Pop To The Shop are individuals who are self-isolating due to the COVID-19 pandemic and are unable to access essential supplies. This includes vulnerable populations such as the elderly and those with underlying health conditions. The platform also caters to individuals who wish to place orders on behalf of their self-isolating family and friends. In addition, PTTS serves volunteers who are willing to deliver these essential supplies. The platform has been designed to be user-friendly and accessible, making it easy for customers to place orders and for volunteers to accept and fulfill them.
The Challenge
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about unprecedented challenges, one of which is the difficulty faced by self-isolators in accessing essential supplies such as food and medicine. This problem is particularly acute for vulnerable populations who are at a higher risk of severe illness from the virus. Existing community support initiatives have been instrumental in providing aid, but there was a need for a more streamlined, accessible solution. The founder of Pop To The Shop, George Bevis, recognized this issue when his 79-year-old mother, who was in self-isolation, struggled to access essential supplies. He was also moved by the reports of others facing similar difficulties.
The Solution
Pop To The Shop (PTTS) is a free online platform designed to connect people in need of essential supplies with volunteers willing to deliver them. The platform allows users to place orders for groceries or non-prescription medicines, specify the maximum price they are willing to pay for each item, and set a delivery time. A local volunteer then accepts the order and delivers it to the requested address at the agreed time. To ensure safety and adhere to social distancing guidelines, PTTS offers electronic payments and contact-free deliveries. The platform was built using Bubble, a no-code tool that enabled the team to develop a sophisticated online payment system that meets the scale of the app.
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