SayPro Documents Required from Employees Feature Specification Document A detailed description of the customization options to be implemented, including a list of features, user stories, and technical requirements from SayPro Monthly January SCMR-17 SayPro Monthly Customization Options: Provide options for users to customize their profiles and listings by SayPro Online Marketplace Office under SayPro Marketing Royalty SCMR
Overview:
The Feature Specification Document (FSD) is a comprehensive document detailing the specifications for the customization options to be implemented within the SayPro Online Marketplace. This document will outline the features, user stories, and technical requirements that guide the development of profile and listing customization options. It serves as a key reference for both the product and development teams to ensure alignment on goals, expectations, and deliverables.
1. Document Header
- Document Title: Feature Specification Document for Customization Options
- Version: 1.0
- Date: [Insert Date]
- Prepared by: [Your Name or Department]
- Approval by: [Approving Authority]
- Document Status: Draft/Approved
- Revision History:
- Version 1.0: Initial Draft
- Version 1.1: [Date] – Revised After Stakeholder Feedback
2. Objective:
The objective of this document is to specify the customization options available to users of the SayPro Online Marketplace. These options will allow users to personalize their profiles and listings, providing them with the tools to improve visibility, brand consistency, and engagement within the marketplace. The document aims to ensure that all stakeholders, including product managers, designers, and developers, are aligned on the functional and technical requirements.
3. Features Overview:
This section outlines the core customization features to be implemented within the SayPro Online Marketplace, aimed at enhancing user engagement and platform usability.
A. Profile Customization:
- Feature Name: Profile Theme Customization
- Description: Users can select and apply various themes to their profiles, including color schemes, fonts, and layout styles.
- Key Options:
- Predefined Themes: A selection of visually appealing themes that users can apply instantly.
- Custom Themes: Option to create a personalized theme with custom colors and fonts.
- Background Customization: Ability to upload custom background images or select from a library of options.
- Profile Layout: Users can choose between multiple layout styles (e.g., grid, list, and classic).
- Feature Name: Custom Profile Sections
- Description: Users can add additional sections to their profiles (e.g., About Me, Services, Testimonials).
- Key Options:
- Custom Sections: Ability to add personalized sections with content and media.
- Reordering: Users can drag and drop to reorder profile sections.
B. Listing Customization:
- Feature Name: Listing Layout and Design Customization
- Description: Users can customize the appearance of their product or service listings with different display options, including images, videos, and descriptions.
- Key Options:
- Listing Templates: Predefined templates for different product categories (e.g., services, physical products).
- Custom Images: Ability to upload and position product images with different aspect ratios.
- Video Integration: Users can embed or upload videos to showcase their products.
- Customizable Product Descriptions: Rich text editor for detailed product/service descriptions with formatting options (bold, italics, bullet points).
- Feature Name: Dynamic Pricing and Availability Widgets
- Description: Users can add dynamic pricing tables, availability calendars, and discount banners.
- Key Options:
- Pricing Table: Ability to display pricing breakdowns (e.g., per unit, package pricing).
- Availability Calendar: Integration with a booking or inventory system to show real-time availability.
- Discount Banners: Option to display discount percentages or promotional banners on listings.
C. Interactive and Visual Customization:
- Feature Name: Interactive Listing Features
- Description: Allow users to add interactive features to their listings, such as sliders, pop-ups, and hover effects.
- Key Options:
- Product Sliders: Enable carousel or slider functionality for multiple product images.
- Hover Effects: Add hover effects to product images or call-to-action buttons.
- Lightbox Features: Display product images or videos in full-screen mode with an overlay.
D. Social Media and Sharing Options:
- Feature Name: Social Media Sharing Integration
- Description: Enable users to share their profiles and listings directly to social media platforms.
- Key Options:
- Social Sharing Buttons: Integrate sharing options for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
- Social Media Feed: Display live social media feeds (e.g., Instagram, Twitter) on user profiles.
4. User Stories:
User stories are a critical component of understanding how the customization features will be utilized in real-world scenarios. These stories guide both the product design and development process.
A. Profile Customization User Stories:
- As a seller, I want to personalize my profile with a unique theme, so that it reflects my brand identity.
- As a user, I want to upload a custom profile background, so that my profile stands out and aligns with my personal style.
- As a business owner, I want to reorder sections on my profile, so that I can highlight my most important information at the top.
B. Listing Customization User Stories:
- As a product seller, I want to add a custom image gallery to my listing, so that customers can see multiple views of my products.
- As a service provider, I want to embed a promotional video in my listing, so that potential clients can better understand my services.
- As a seller, I want to add a discount banner to my listing, so that customers are attracted to my promotion.
C. Interactive Features User Stories:
- As a user, I want to use a product slider on my listing, so that my customers can easily browse through product images.
- As a seller, I want to add hover effects to my product images, so that customers are drawn to click for more information.
5. Technical Requirements:
This section outlines the technical specifications and requirements necessary to support the customization features in the SayPro Marketplace.
A. Platform Requirements:
- Supported Devices: Ensure customization tools are compatible with all devices (desktop, mobile, tablet).
- Browsers Supported: Test and support the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera.
- Mobile Responsiveness: Customization features should be mobile-responsive, with all features functioning smoothly on smaller screens.
B. Performance Requirements:
- Load Time: Customization features should not negatively affect page load times, maintaining a load time under 3 seconds.
- Image Optimization: Implement image compression techniques to ensure quick loading times without sacrificing visual quality.
C. Integration Requirements:
- Third-party APIs: Integration with image hosting platforms (e.g., Cloudinary, AWS S3) for media uploads.
- Social Media APIs: Integration with social media APIs for sharing functionality (e.g., Facebook, Instagram).
D. Security Requirements:
- Data Privacy: Ensure that all user data, including uploaded images and personal information, is stored securely.
- Encryption: Use SSL encryption for all customization interactions and data submissions.
6. User Interface and Design:
- Design Consistency: Ensure that the customization options are visually consistent with the existing marketplace interface.
- Usability: The customization tools should be easy to use, with drag-and-drop functionality where applicable.
- Preview Mode: Provide users with the ability to preview customizations in real-time before applying changes.
7. Acceptance Criteria:
- All customization features should be functional and meet the outlined requirements in the user stories.
- The features should be tested for usability and performance across all supported devices and browsers.
- The final product should allow users to easily modify their profiles and listings with minimal effort and without encountering significant bugs or issues.
- User feedback should be continuously collected to ensure the features meet user needs.
8. Deliverables and Timeline:
- Deliverables: Final design prototypes, development of features, user documentation (tutorials, FAQ), and testing reports.
- Timeline:
- Phase 1 – Design and Prototyping: 2 weeks
- Phase 2 – Development: 4 weeks
- Phase 3 – Testing and QA: 2 weeks
- Phase 4 – Launch: 1 week
9. Conclusion:
This Feature Specification Document provides a detailed roadmap for the implementation of customization options within the SayPro Online Marketplace. By defining clear features, user stories, and technical requirements, this document ensures that the customization options will meet user expectations, align with business objectives, and enhance the overall platform experience.