Rural Last-Mile Delivery Platform Development Guide

This document is a guide focused on the development of a last-mile delivery platform aimed at improving logistics in rural areas. It outlines the purpose of the platform, which is to connect rural consumers with e-commerce and essential goods through a technology-enabled logistics network. The guide details the challenges faced in rural logistics, including high delivery costs and limited access to essential goods, and presents a solution that includes a hybrid delivery model utilizing local delivery partners and centralized distribution hubs. The document also includes a feasibility assessment that evaluates market demand, technical feasibility, and revenue potential, indicating a strong viability for the proposed solution. Furthermore, it describes the prototype development steps necessary to create the platform, emphasizing the importance of offline functionality and route optimization for rural conditions. The monetization strategy is also discussed, highlighting various revenue streams such as delivery fees, e-commerce partnership fees, and subscription services for regular deliveries.