The problem SELF x BILLING solves

We've introduced an innovative solution to tackle the inconvenience of waiting in long checkout lines. Our platform is specifically designed to address this issue. Here's how it works: When you enter a store, you'll receive a unique QR code for each product. Scanning these QR codes will instantly direct you to the respective product's page on our website. From there, you can conveniently add the desired items to your virtual shopping cart and complete the checkout process right from our website, eliminating the need to stand in physical queues.

But that's not all - we've gone a step further by incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) technology and augmented/virtual reality (AR/VR) features. With our AI model, you can upload an image of a product, and it will intelligently recognize the item, taking you to the product's dedicated page on our platform. From there, you can effortlessly add the item to your cart and proceed with the checkout process.

Additionally, our AR/VR viewer enhances the shopping experience by providing an immersive way to explore products, potentially allowing you to virtually interact with items before making a purchase decision. This comprehensive approach aims to make your shopping experience not only queue-free but also more engaging and convenient through the power of technology.

Challenges we ran into

Integration with Existing Systems:

Challenge: Integrating your solution with the existing Point-of-Sale (POS) systems or inventory management systems that businesses are already using can be complex.
User Adoption:

Challenge: Convincing both businesses and customers to adopt a new system might face resistance. Some users may be hesitant to change their established shopping habits.
Security Concerns:

Challenge: Ensuring the security of customer data, especially payment information, is crucial. Any breach could severely impact trust in your platform.
Technical Complexity:

Challenge: The technical implementation of a real-time scanning and payment system can be complex. Ensuring a seamless experience without glitches or delays is essential.
Variability in Business Types:

Challenge: Different types of businesses (small shops, grocery stores, malls) may have unique requirements. Creating a solution that is flexible and adaptable to various business models can be challenging.
Offline Capability:

Challenge: Enabling your solution to work seamlessly offline, considering that not all stores may have constant internet connectivity, adds an extra layer of complexity.
Educating Users:

Challenge: Both businesses and customers will need to understand how to use your system. Providing adequate training and support is essential.
Legal and Regulatory Compliance:

Challenge: Adhering to legal and regulatory requirements related to payment processing, data privacy, and consumer protection is critical. Non-compliance could lead to legal issues.
Cost of Implementation:

Challenge: Businesses, especially small ones, may be concerned about the cost of implementing new technology. Ensuring that your solution is cost-effective can be a challenge.
Competition:

Challenge: The market for such solutions is competitive. Staying ahead in terms of features, user experience, and marketing will be essential