Objective:
I am seeking a highly skilled development team to build a website that connects consumers to pharmacy services in their area. The platform will allow users to browse services, make bookings, and manage appointments. Key focuses include:
Streamlined pharmacy onboarding process
GDPR compliance
Incorporating remarketing features for future advertising campaigns
The design and user experience will draw inspiration from Airbnb, OpenTable, and ClassPass, with the service model similar to treatlocal.co.uk.
Project Overview:
The website will include the following features:
Search & Filter: Users can search for pharmacies by location, services, and availability.
Service Listings: Pharmacies can list detailed descriptions, pricing, and availability.
Appointment Booking & Payment: Secure, integrated payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) for service bookings.
Digital Consent & Confirmation: Digital consent required from consumers before treatment, stored for compliance purposes.
User Account Management: Consumers can manage bookings, track service history, and receive email/SMS confirmations.
Pharmacy Management Portal: Pharmacies can manage services, pricing, and booking slots through an intuitive admin interface.
The website must be scalable, GDPR-compliant, and designed with a user-friendly experience.
Scope of Work:
1. Research & Planning:
Map customer journey from search to booking.
Define key features, including user and pharmacy management systems.
Collaborate on sitemap, wireframes, and user flow (front-end and back-end).
Establish GDPR-compliant data processes.
Choose the best tech stack for databases, APIs, and payment integration.
2. Design:
Custom UI/UX with a focus on ease of use for both consumers and pharmacies.
Mobile-first, responsive design.
SEO-optimized design to ensure high search rankings.
3. Development:
Frontend: User-friendly interface for browsing, booking, and managing appointments.
Backend: Core functionalities like user authentication, pharmacy onboarding, service management, and payment integration.
Digital Consent Feature: Store digital consent from users before services are rendered.
Data Storage & Compliance: GDPR-compliant storage, encryption, and data management.
Remarketing Integration: Store user data for future remarketing (Google Ads, Meta), fully GDPR-compliant.
CRM Integration: Implement or integrate a user-friendly CRM system to handle inquiries, track leads, and manage communications.
Payment Integration: Implement secure payment gateways.
Search Functionality: Robust search feature to filter pharmacies by location, service type, and availability.
4. Testing & Quality Assurance:
Test across different devices and browsers to ensure functionality and performance.
Conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure ease of use.
Perform security audits for GDPR compliance.
Test remarketing integrations (Google Ads, Meta, etc.).
5. SEO & Optimization:
Ensure top-tier search engine performance with SEO best practices.
Implement structured data for local SEO and fast-loading pages optimized for mobile.
Launch Plan:
Soft Launch: A limited release for feedback and refinements (2-3 weeks).
Beta Testing: Open platform to a broader audience for final refinements.
Official Launch: Full launch after successful beta phase with marketing and pharmacy onboarding support.
Key Features & Requirements:
Ease of Onboarding: A streamlined system for pharmacy registration and service management.
GDPR Compliance: Transparent data policies, user consent for data storage/remarketing, and data deletion requests.
Data Storage for Remarketing: Secure storage of consumer data for future remarketing (Google Ads, Meta).
Digital Consent: A system to collect digital consent from consumers before services are rendered.
SEO Optimization: Strong SEO fundamentals for high search engine visibility.
CRM Integration: A user-friendly CRM to handle inquiries, track leads, and manage communications.
Tech Stack Preferences:
Frontend: React, Vue.js, or Angular.
Backend: Node.js, Python (Django), or Ruby on Rails.
Database: MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
Cloud Hosting: AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
Payment Integration: Stripe, PayPal, or similar.
CRM Integration: Custom or existing CRM (Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.).
Project Timeline:
Research & Planning: 1-2 weeks
Design: 2-3 weeks
Development: 6-8 weeks
Testing & QA: 2-3 weeks
Soft Launch: Early January 2025
Beta Testing: Mid-January 2025
Official Launch: End of January 2025
Budget:
Please provide a detailed cost breakdown for each project phase (design, development, testing, post-launch support), and include any ongoing costs for hosting, maintenance, and updates. I am seeking a cost-effective solution without compromising quality or security.
Qualifications:
Proven experience with e-commerce/service-based platforms.
Expertise in GDPR compliance and security protocols.
Experience building remarketing features with Google Ads and Meta.
API integration, payment gateways, and modern development frameworks knowledge.
Experience with SEO optimization and CRM integration.
Relevant portfolio highly preferred.
Next Steps:
Interested developers should submit:
A detailed proposal outlining the approach, deliverables, and timeline.
A cost estimate for the project.
Links to previous relevant projects.
A timeline for project completion.