ShopAd

Ads Listing Platform

ShopAd helps local shop owners list their services, create digital catalogs, and reach more customers with unique QR codes and engaging rewards.

Client / Project

Gudz

Duration

6 Months

Business Type

Fleet Management

Platforms

Web & Mobile App

The brief

Project Overview

ShopAd is a community-first platform built to empower local shop owners by digitizing their services and extending their reach. It enables businesses to create digital catalogs, post ads, and connect with potential customers through QR codes and promotional tools. ShopAd also integrates a localized job posting system to help shop owners find relevant talent easily. The platform focuses on strengthening local commerce by blending technology with community needs.

Project scope

What the client needed

A platform where local shop owners can list their services and products digitally.

QR code generation for catalogs to simplify product/service access for customers.

Ability for shop owners to create promotional ads targeting local audiences.

A module for posting job opportunities to hire sales staff.

Features to offer discounts, time-sensitive deals, and rewards to customers.

A system for connecting nearby buyers and sellers using geo-based mapping.

How we solved it

Proposed Solution

Our comprehensive solution addresses all client requirements through the following key components:

Digital Catalog with QR Integration

Designed a module allowing shop owners to create digital catalogs linked with unique, scannable QR codes for offline-to-online customer engagement.

Core solution

Local Ad Listings

Developed tools for businesses to run promotional ads and product showcases targeting users based on location.

Special Offers & Deal Engine

Implemented a feature where shop owners can roll out limited-time offers, last-minute deals, and loyalty rewards to boost sales.

Community Mapping Engine

Created a map-based UI that lets buyers discover nearby shops and offerings efficiently, saving time and enhancing discovery.

What we overcame

Project Challenges

Every project has its hurdles. Here's what we navigated to deliver on time.

Engagement Across Varied Digital Literacy Levels

Ensuring the platform remained intuitive and accessible to shop owners unfamiliar with digital tools.

Dynamic QR Code System

Building a reliable QR generation and linking system that updates dynamically with catalog changes.

Local Discovery Optimization

Designing a location-aware recommendation engine for matching buyers with nearby relevant shops.

Scalable Promotion Framework

Creating an ad module capable of handling multiple concurrent promotions without performance bottlenecks.

Integrating Diverse Functionalities Seamlessly

Unifying catalog creation, job posting, promotion management, and map-based discovery in one smooth user experience.

The stack

Technologies Used

Built on a battle-tested technology stack, chosen for reliability and scale.

Nextjs

Node.js

Tailwind CSS

React Native

What we delivered

Final Product

The final product is an intuitive, mobile-friendly platform tailored for local businesses. ShopAd empowers shop owners to build their digital presence, attract nearby customers through QR codes and location-based promotions, and manage workforce needs seamlessly. It successfully bridges offline and online experiences while promoting community commerce. The toolset enables thousands of shops to digitize with minimal effort and reach a broader customer base without needing advanced tech skills.