The Shop for Good system, currently a Chrome extension utilizing a Firebase database, functions effectively on PCs with Chrome but lacks compatibility with other browsers and mobile devices. This limitation restricts user access and engagement, particularly on mobile platforms, which are increasingly popular for online shopping. The project's primary goal is to create a mobile-responsive version of Shop for Good that integrates seamlessly with the existing affiliate tracking and reporting systems. This enhancement should not be developed as a standalone app but rather as a responsive web solution that ensures consistent functionality across various browsers and devices. By achieving this, Sponsor Circle aims to expand its user base and improve the overall user experience.

The project deliverables include a fully mobile-responsive version of the Shop for Good system that maintains compatibility with existing affiliate tracking and reporting features. The solution should be browser-agnostic, ensuring functionality across multiple browsers and devices. Additionally, documentation detailing the implementation process and any modifications made to the existing system should be provided to ensure future maintainability and scalability.

Project Details: 

Participants in the project will be expected to complete the following tasks:  

1. User Experience (UX) and Interface (UI) Design 

Objective: Create an intuitive and engaging mobile interface that aligns with Sponsor Circle’s branding and facilitates seamless user navigation. 

Tasks: 

• Conduct user research to understand the target audience's preferences and behavior on mobile devices. 
• Design wireframes and prototypes showcasing the mobile layout, navigation, and core features. 
• Ensure accessibility and responsiveness for various screen sizes and devices. 

2. Back-End Integration and Mobile Optimization 

Objective: Adapt the existing web platform’s back-end to support mobile functionality while maintaining performance and security. 

Tasks: 

• Collaborate with Sponsor Circle’s development team to integrate APIs for affiliate links, tracking, and reporting. 
• Optimize data handling to ensure fast loading times and smooth performance on mobile devices. 
• 3. Testing and Quality Assurance 

Objective: Ensure the mobile elements function smoothly, are free of bugs, and provide a positive user experience. 

Tasks: 

• Conduct usability testing with real users to identify and address pain points in navigation, usability, or performance. 
• Test for cross-platform compatibility (iOS and Android) and resolve any platform-specific issues. 
• Perform load testing to ensure the mobile elements can handle peak traffic and transactions without issues. 

Final Deliverables: 

1. User Experience (UX) and Interface (UI) Design 

• Detailed User Research Report: Includes findings from surveys, interviews, or focus groups about mobile user preferences and behaviors. 
• Wireframes and Prototypes: Low- and high-fidelity designs illustrating mobile platform layouts, navigation, and user flows for key features  
• Design System Documentation: Includes fonts, color schemes, button styles, and other visual elements to ensure consistency with Sponsor Circle’s Shop for Good branding. 

2. Back-End Integration and Mobile Optimization 

• API Documentation: Details the integration of APIs for affiliate links, tracking, and reporting. 
• Mobile-Optimized Codebase: Includes source code for the mobile platform back-end integration, optimized for performance and security on mobile devices. 
• Data Handling Report: Describes how the mobile platform’s efficiently handles data to ensure fast load times and smooth performance. 

3. Testing and Quality Assurance 

• Usability Testing Report: Summarizes feedback from real users, including pain points and recommendations for improvement. 
• Cross-Platform Compatibility Testing Results: Demonstrates that the mobile platform functions consistently on iOS and Android devices. 
• Bug Report Log: Documented issues identified during testing and their resolution status. 
• Performance Testing Results: Metrics showing the mobile platform’s performance under various conditions, including load handling and response times. 

4. Additional Deliverables 

• Deployment Package: A ready-to-deploy mobile platform suitable for both Android and iOS. 
• User Manual or Training Guide: A document or video tutorial for Sponsor Circle staff on how to manage and maintain the mobile platform. 
• Project Summary Report: A comprehensive overview of the development process, including methodologies, challenges, solutions, and recommendations for future updates.