Official Approved Title: GawangPinas: A Web + Mobile Application for Local Businesses Ecosystem
Standardized research objectives governing the Web Platform, Mobile Platform, and Usability/Accessibility testing.
To develop a web application featuring a centralized supplier directory, DTI/SEC admin verification dashboard, Producer portal with inventory tracking, standard data-driven sales analytics, order processing, and messaging tools.
To develop a mobile application featuring marketplace browsing, curated trending product recommendations, visual product image search with tag-based search fallback, order tracking, and in-app communication.
To evaluate system usability, accessibility (including disability support features like screen readers and high-contrast modes), and performance through empirical User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with MSMEs and buyers.
Standardized definitions governing user roles, access control, AI scope, and verification mechanisms in GawangPinas.
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises as defined by the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).
Combined stakeholder role encompassing Supplier, Manufacturer, and Business Owner/Seller who lists products, procures raw materials, and manages inventory.
End consumer or wholesale buyer who browses, searches, and purchases products through the Web and Mobile platforms.
System Administrator responsible for verifying DTI/SEC registration certificates, managing accounts, and maintaining platform security.
Sub-role under Producer representing entities providing raw materials to manufacturers.
Sub-role under Producer representing entities transforming raw materials into finished products.
Sub-role under Producer representing entities selling finished products directly to buyers.
End-to-end operational flow from raw material procurement to final product delivery.
Process of identifying and procuring base ingredients and materials for production.
AI-powered algorithms for buyer trend analysis, search patterns, and product recommendations (excluding AI report generation).
Image recognition technology enabling reverse product image search with tag-based search fallback.
Two-factor verification mechanism protecting sensitive account registrations and financial actions.
Official authorization document used for DTI business verification simulation during system testing.
Database of DTI-verified producers and raw material suppliers searchable across Bacolod and the Philippines.
