PharmaChain: A Dedicated Sidechain for Pharmaceutical Applications on Cardano

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Alaa Benmahmoud

[GENERAL] Email address of main applicant

alaabenmahmoud2@gmail.com

Additional applicants

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[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

10

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language.

No

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.” .

No dependencies.

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

No

[GENERAL] If NO, please describe which outputs are not going to be open source. If YES, please write “Project will be fully open source.”

We have chosen to maintain proprietary control over the core technology of our pharmacy-specific sidechain to support a commercially viable product that funds continuous project development and maintenance. This aligns with our goal of building a sustainable revenue stream.

By creating a profitable solution on Cardano, we aim to demonstrate Cardano's potential to drive growth and enterprise adoption in the pharmaceutical sector, transcending its traditional open-source, community-led initiatives. This not only generates revenue for our project but also adds value to the overall Cardano ecosystem.

Our strategy underlines the possibility of successful commercialization within the Cardano ecosystem, inspiring more businesses and entrepreneurs in the pharmaceutical industry to adopt this technology. This promotes growth and extends Cardano's impact.

While open-source projects are crucial for cooperative evolution, our commercially viable project validates Cardano's practical use and economic feasibility to a wider audience. We believe achieving this balance between commercialization and collaboration is key to Cardano's enduring success.

[METADATA] Category of proposal

Other

[IMPACT] Please describe your proposed solution.

Our proposed solution is the creation of a pharmacy-specific sidechain on the Cardano network. This project aims to provide a specialized, scalable, and efficient infrastructure that caters to the unique needs and potential challenges of the pharmaceutical sector. Here's our proposed approach:

1. Understanding the Problem: The pharmaceutical ecosystem, spanning from manufacturing to retail and hospitals, often grapples with issues of transparency, traceability, and efficienct
2. Our Approach: We aim to exploit the inherent attributes of blockchain technology, including transparency, traceability, and efficiency, to tackle these issue
3. Who Will Benefit?: In this initial phase, our primary target audience is developers who seek to build DApps tailored for the pharmaceutical sector
4. Proving Impact: We will demonstrate our project's impact by monitoring the number of applications built on our sidechain and the volume of data transactions processes

Our solution's uniqueness lies in its focus on the pharmaceutical sector, carving a niche within the Cardano ecosystem. By demonstrating the practical applicability and commercial viability of this industry-specific solution, we aim to contribute to Cardano's overall growth and value.

[IMPACT] How does your proposed solution address the challenge and what benefits will this bring to the Cardano ecosystem?

Our proposed solution directly addresses the challenge by delivering a tailored infrastructure to the pharmaceutical industry that will empower the creation of specialized applications on Cardano's blockchain. We believe this initiative will bring numerous benefits and a meaningful impact to the Cardano ecosystem:

1. New Vertical for DApp Development: By establishing a pharmacy-specific sidechain, we will open a new vertical for DApp development within the Cardano ecosystem
2. Demonstration of Cardano's Scalability and Versatility: Implementing an industry-specific sidechain on Cardano will showcase the scalability and versatility of the Cardano network, promoting its adoption in various sector
3. Growth of Cardano Community: As our project matures, it could attract a variety of stakeholders from developers to healthcare professionals, contributing to the growth of the Cardano communit
4. Long-Term Value: Over the long term, this project could stimulate other industry-focused initiatives, further promoting the utility and value of Cardano

We estimate that within a year of project completion, we will see at least a few DApps launched on this sidechain, fostering new use cases and demonstrating the potential of Cardano in the pharmaceutical sector. This initiative will not only solve an industry-specific issue but also contribute to the resilience and expansion of the Cardano ecosystem.

[IMPACT] How do you intend to measure the success of your project?

The success of our project will be assessed by several general indicators that reflect its effect on the Cardano ecosystem:

1. Adoption by Developers: A key metric of success will be the number of developers expressing interest in building DApps on our sidechain
2. Innovation and Versatility: The variety and creativity of the applications developed on this sidechain will be an important qualitative measure
3. Community Engagement: Community feedback will be vita
4. Interest from Pharmaceutical Sector: Though direct engagement with pharmaceutical stakeholders isn't the main goal in the initial phase, increased awareness and interest from the pharmaceutical industry could indicate success
5. Enhancement of Cardano Ecosystem: Finally, our project's success will be reflected in its contribution to Cardano's growth

These measures will allow us to gauge the project's impact on Cardano's productivity and growth in both the short and long term, even without numerical KPIs. Through these qualitative metrics, we aim to cultivate a versatile, secure, and industry-ready platform on Cardano for pharmaceutical applications.

[IMPACT] Please describe your plans to share the outputs and results of your project?

As we progress with the development of PharmaChain, we will periodically release updates and development reports to the Cardano community, and the larger blockchain space. These communications will be in the form of blog posts, webinars, and appearances at industry conferences and meetups. We believe that transparency and open dialogue with the community is key to success and community adoption.

The results and lessons learned from PharmaChain will provide invaluable insights into the design and implementation of industry-specific sidechains on Cardano. The findings will be compiled into a comprehensive report and shared with the community to stimulate further development and innovation.

The technical learnings and user feedback from this project will be used to refine and improve PharmaChain. In the future, we plan to scale and diversify the project to cater to more specific use cases within the pharmaceutical ecosystem, taking into account the scalability potential of the Cardano blockchain.

We are committed to sharing knowledge and experiences. Hence, we aim to contribute to an ongoing dialogue about the use of blockchain technology in the pharmaceutical industry, ultimately pushing forward the frontier of what is possible on Cardano.

[CAPABILITY/ FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability?

Our team brings together a unique combination of industry-specific expertise and technical proficiency. The main proposer, Dr. Alaa Benmahmoud is a practicing pharmacist in Germany. With her deep understanding of the pharmaceutical ecosystem, she will guide the project's alignment with the actual needs of the ecosystem.

Complementing her expertise is Oussama Benmahmoud, who brings significant knowledge in blockchain technology to the table. His expertise and seasoned experience will be crucial in the technical design and execution of our project.

This project is backed by PeakSoft GmbH, a well-established technology company with a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions. This support not only ensures technical excellence but also offers robust project management capabilities, ensuring efficient utilization of funds and timely delivery of milestones.

As stewards of the community's trust and resources, we understand the need for transparency and accountability. Our fund management processes will be transparent, with regular updates on the progress and financials of the project. We are committed to providing clear, detailed, and timely reporting on how funds are being utilized, and will keep open channels of communication with the community.

With this combination of industry-specific expertise, blockchain proficiency, and robust project backing, we are confident in our ability to deliver the PharmaChain project with high levels of trust, accountability, and success.

[CAPABILITY/ FEASIBILITY] What are the main goals for the project and how will you validate if your approach is feasible?

The main goals of the PharmaChain project are as follows:

1. Establish a dedicated Cardano sidechain for the pharmaceutical ecosystem: The sidechain will be designed to support the development of specific pharmaceutical applications, fostering an ecosystem that can cater to the unique needs of the industry
2. Enable an infrastructure that can serve as a foundation for further pharmaceutical DApps: This initial implementation of the PharmaChain project is intended to provide a robust and flexible foundation, upon which a wide variety of pharmaceutical DApps can be built in the future
3. Demonstrate the feasibility and benefits of applying blockchain technology to the pharmaceutical industry: Through the successful implementation of this project, we aim to showcase the potential of the Cardano ecosystem as a root of trust for industry-specific application

Given the technical nature of our project, we intend to validate our approach primarily through the successful deployment and operation of the sidechain. We will take a phased approach to this process, initially focusing on the core infrastructure before gradually expanding to include more specialized functionality.

Our validation methods will include rigorous testing of the sidechain under simulated conditions, as well as an assessment of its capacity to support the development and operation of sample DApps. We will also closely monitor the performance of the sidechain post-deployment, addressing any issues promptly and iteratively improving the system based on user feedback and evolving industry needs.

Although our project is in its initial stages and our goals may seem broad, these goals are purposefully designed to give us flexibility to adapt our approach as we learn more about the specific needs of the pharmaceutical industry. The qualitative nature of these goals reflects our commitment to delivering a solution that is both technically sound and practically valuable for the industry.

[CAPABILITY/ FEASIBILITY] Please provide a detailed breakdown of your project’s milestones and each of the main tasks or activities to reach the milestone plus the expected timeline for the delivery.

Milestone 1: Project Initiation & Planning (1 Month)

Tasks:

• Assemble project team
• Define project scope and objectives
• Develop project plan
• Establish communication channels

Success Criteria: Completed project plan, team assembled, communication channels established

Milestone 2: Design & Development of Core Sidechain Infrastructure (4 Months)

Tasks:

• Define technical specifications for sidechain
• Begin development of sidechain infrastructure
• Perform regular code reviews and testing

Success Criteria: Completed development of core sidechain infrastructure that meets technical specifications

Milestone 3: Testing & Validation (3 Months)

Tasks:

• Conduct thorough testing of sidechain under simulated conditions
• Identify and resolve any issues
• Validate sidechain's ability to support the development and operation of sample DApps

Success Criteria: Sidechain operates as expected under testing conditions and can support the development and operation of sample DApps

Milestone 4: Bridging to Cardano Mainnet (1 Month)

Tasks:

• Integrate the sidechain with the Cardano mainnet
• Establish monitoring protocols to track performance
• Address any post-integration issues

Success Criteria: Successful integration of sidechain with the Cardano mainnet, established monitoring protocols, and addressed post-integration issues

Milestone 5: Feedback and Community Engagement (1 Month)

Tasks:

• Collect and analyze feedback from users and the Cardano community
• Provide responses and clarify any issues or concerns
• Use feedback to identify potential areas for future improvement or expansion

Success Criteria: Collected and analyzed feedback, provided responses, and identified potential areas for future improvement or expansion.

These milestones represent major phases of our project and are subject to adjustments as we progress. Regular updates will be shared with the community throughout the project, and a detailed report will be provided upon completion of each milestone.

[CAPABILITY/ FEASIBILITY] Please describe the deliverables, outputs and intended outcomes of each milestone.

Milestone 1: Project Initiation & Planning

Deliverables: A comprehensive project plan, a fully assembled project team, established communication channels.

Outcomes: Clear project direction, defined roles and responsibilities for the team, and an open line of communication with the Cardano community.

Progress Measures: Completion of the project plan, successful team assembly, and establishment of communication channels.

Milestone 2: Design & Development of Core Sidechain Infrastructure

Deliverables: Fully developed sidechain infrastructure, technical specification document, and regular progress reports.

Outcomes: A functional sidechain infrastructure that aligns with the technical specifications and is capable of supporting the development and operation of sample DApps.

Progress Measures: Degree of alignment between the developed sidechain infrastructure and the technical specifications, ability of the sidechain to support sample DApps.

Milestone 3: Testing & Validation

Deliverables: Comprehensive testing results, identified and resolved issues, validated sidechain.

Outcomes: A validated sidechain that has undergone thorough testing, and all identified issues have been resolved.

Progress Measures: Successful completion of all tests, resolution of identified issues, validation of the sidechain's ability to support DApps.

Milestone 4: Bridging to Cardano Mainnet

Deliverables: Integrated sidechain with Cardano mainnet, monitoring protocols, post-integration report.

Outcomes: Seamless integration of the sidechain with the Cardano mainnet, established monitoring protocols to track sidechain performance.

Progress Measures: Successful integration with the Cardano mainnet, establishment of monitoring protocols, resolution of any post-integration issues.

Milestone 5: Feedback and Community Engagement

Deliverables: Feedback reports, community engagement activities, a roadmap for future improvements or expansions.

Outcomes: Improved understanding of user experiences and needs, heightened community engagement, and identified potential areas for future improvement or expansion.

Progress Measures: Quantity and quality of feedback received, level of community engagement, and clarity of identified areas for future improvement or expansion.

[RESOURCES & VALUE FOR MONEY] Please provide a detailed budget breakdown of the proposed work and resources.

Milestone 1: Project Initiation & Planning

Budget: 30,000 ADA

Resources: Project planning software, project management, communication tools, team resources for assembling and orienting the team.

Milestone 2: Design & Development of Core Sidechain Infrastructure

Budget: 120,000 ADA

Resources: Development software, server costs, technical specification tools, team resources for designing and developing the sidechain infrastructure.

Milestone 3: Testing & Validation

Budget: 50,000 ADA

Resources: Testing tools, server costs, bug tracking tools, team resources for conducting comprehensive testing and validation.

Milestone 4: Bridging to Cardano Mainnet

Budget: 70,000 ADA

Resources: Integration tools, server costs, monitoring software, team resources for successful bridging to Cardano mainnet.

Milestone 5: Feedback and Community Engagement

Budget: 50,000 ADA

Resources: Community engagement tools, feedback gathering tools, team resources for analyzing feedback and engaging with the community.

Please note, this is an approximation of the budget needed to successfully accomplish each milestone and the actual cost may vary slightly.

[RESOURCES & VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

The cost of the project has been carefully calculated to represent excellent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem. Here's how:

1. Efficient Resource Allocation: Our budget is designed to cover the technical development, testing, bridging to the Cardano mainnet, and project management
2. Expertise of the Team: The team comprises industry professionals with extensive experience in the pharmacy sector and blockchain technology
3. Cost Justification: The project cost aligns with the industry standards for blockchain projects of this scope and complexity
4. Long-term Value: This project aims to create a scalable and versatile solution that will serve as the foundation for a plethora of applications within the pharmaceutical ecosystem

In summary, we believe the cost of the project represents excellent value for money, considering the potential impact on the Cardano ecosystem, the expertise of our team, and the long-term benefits that the development of this pharmacy-specific sidechain can provide.

[IMPORTANT NOTE] The Applicant agreed to Fund10 rules and also that data in the Submission Form and other data provided by the project team during the course of the project will be publicly available.

I Accept