Smart store in multiple platforms

Smart Store was an ecommerce platform application that runs and could be accessed through web browsers on different devices, including PCs, mobile devices, and standalone kiosks, regardless of the underlying operating system. It served as an ordering system for consumers to search for and purchase products, offering common ecommerce features and unique functions using a recommendation algorithm. In order to identify research gaps from previous studies and determine the functional and non-functional requirements for the smart store system – including understanding user needs, platform requirements, and functional requirements like product search, e-wallet, and virtual cart – the researcher reviewed previous research and related literature.

The researcher based the functionality of the proposed system on the EKB Model theory and Agile Development Cycle. The system was developed using web-based and object-oriented programming on its front end and backed by properly integrated database design techniques. Additionally, procedures were included to ensure the success of the study. The developed system was evaluated using test scripts and validated by at least five (5) IT experts. The evaluation results showed that the user creation and login, product management, inventory management, sales management, report management, virtual assistant, system integration, and e-commerce functions all received very good ratings from users, with certain aspects of each function being particularly appreciated.

The proponent recommended acquiring the needed technologies, subscribing to cloud services. However, for continuous improvement, after the system was in place and adapted by its users, an assessment should be conducted to further improve the application.