Scope Document - BrewSource Marketplace

Product Brief

High Level Overview: The BrewSource Marketplace is a platform designed to connect craft breweries with local hops and barley growers. This marketplace enables breweries to source high-quality ingredients from local farmers, fostering strong relationships and supporting local agriculture. The platform supports seamless transactions and communication between breweries and growers, ensuring a steady supply of fresh ingredients.

Product Information

• The app will be developed using no-code tools like Bubble or Flutterflow, ensuring flexibility and ease of updates.
• Key features include Grower Profiles, Brewery Listings, Real-time Messaging, Ingredient Order Management, Payment Processing, Review and Rating System, and Multi-language Support.
• User interface considerations will focus on a clean, user-friendly design that enhances the experience of browsing, discovering, and securing ingredient sources.

Users

Name	Description
Craft Brewery	Small to medium-sized breweries looking to source high-quality hops and barley from local growers.
Local Grower	Farmers specializing in growing hops and barley, looking to sell their products directly to craft breweries.

Pages

Name	Description
Home	Main landing page with an overview of the marketplace, featuring top growers and breweries.
Grower Profiles	A page showcasing profiles of local hops and barley growers, including their product offerings, farming practices, and customer reviews.
Brewery Listings	A directory of craft breweries, with details on their location, brewing styles, and ingredient requirements.
Ingredient Order Management	A page where breweries can manage their orders, track shipments, and communicate with growers.
Payment and Invoices	Page for managing payments, invoices, and financial transactions between breweries and growers.
Settings	Page for adjusting account settings, managing profiles, and configuring notifications.

High-level Features

Feature	Description	User	Page
Grower Matching	Matches breweries with local growers based on ingredient needs and location.	Craft Brewery	Grower Profiles
Real-time Messaging	Allows breweries and growers to communicate directly through the platform for inquiries and orders.	Craft Brewery, Local Grower	Ingredient Order Management
Order Management	Facilitates the management of ingredient orders, including tracking and fulfillment.	Craft Brewery	Ingredient Order Management
Payment Processing	Facilitates secure payments and invoicing for ingredient purchases.	Craft Brewery	Payment and Invoices
Review and Rating System	Enables breweries to review and rate growers based on the quality of their ingredients and service.	Craft Brewery	Grower Profiles

Workflows

• Grower Matching Workflow: The brewery enters their ingredient needs, and the platform matches them with suitable local growers.
• Communication Workflow: The brewery and grower communicate via the platform for orders and inquiries.
• Order Management Workflow: The brewery manages ingredient orders, tracks shipments, and processes payments through the platform.
• Review Workflow: After completing orders, the brewery rates and reviews the grower, which is displayed on the grower’s profile.

Other Notes

• The platform will prioritize data security, ensuring all financial transactions and personal details are encrypted.
• User privacy will be maintained, with strict access controls and regular security updates.
• The app's design will be optimized for both desktop and mobile use, ensuring accessibility across devices.