Official Partnership with a Top German Car Manufacturer

[GENERAL] Name and Surname of Main Applicant

Oussama Benmahmoud

[GENERAL] Email address of Main Applicant

oussama.benmahmoud@peak-soft.de

Additional Applicants

Abderrahim Issaoui

[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.” in this field.

No dependencies.

[GENERAL] Will your project outputs 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.” in this field.

The decision to keep some components of our project non-open source is also driven by our ambition to establish a commercially viable product. This serves a two-fold purpose. Firstly, it allows us to generate revenue as a company to fund our activities, ensuring the project's ongoing development and maintenance. Secondly, it acts as a testament to the potential of the Cardano ecosystem to facilitate not just community-driven, open source projects, but also commercially viable solutions.

Our goal is to create real value within the Cardano ecosystem that extends beyond the typical open source community projects. By building a successful commercial application on Cardano, we hope to showcase the potential of Cardano to drive growth in the capital market and foster a new wave of enterprise-level adoption. This would not only help us monetize our project but also contribute to the overall value of the Cardano ecosystem.

We believe that demonstrating successful commercialization of projects within the Cardano ecosystem can inspire other entrepreneurs and businesses to leverage the technology, thus driving the ecosystem's growth and expanding its influence. While open source projects are crucial for the collaborative growth of the ecosystem, commercially viable projects prove the practical utility and economic viability of the technology to a broader audience. It's this balance between collaboration and commercialization that we believe will ultimately drive the sustained success of the Cardano ecosystem.

[METADATA] Category of Proposal

Other

[METADATA] SDG rating

Our project aligns with the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

• SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

• SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

• SDG 13: Climate Action

[IMPACT] Please describe your proposed solution.

Our proposed solution is to establish an official partnership with a top German car manufacturer, with whom we have already initiated discussions. The central problem we are addressing is the lack of real-time vehicular data integration in blockchain-based mobility solutions, which currently limits effective fleet management and optimization.

The uniqueness of our approach lies in the strategic fusion of blockchain technology with comprehensive vehicle data, made possible by our official partnership with the car manufacturer. By integrating real-time vehicle diagnostic and status data from the manufacturer's fleet into our PeakChain Blockchain Mobility Platform, we intend to revolutionize fleet management capabilities and offer innovative mobility solutions.

Beneficiaries of this solution extend from fleet operators to users of mobility services and potentially, the wider mobility sector. Fleet operators will gain access to valuable data such as fuel level, ignition state, odometer readings, and more, leading to cost savings and improved vehicle maintenance. Users of mobility services will benefit from a more reliable and efficient service due to optimized fleet management. Additionally, by demonstrating a successful application of blockchain technology in the mobility sector, we pave the way for its wider adoption and innovation.

For Cardano, this project signifies a step towards demonstrating the practical applicability and potential of its blockchain technology. Moreover, through this partnership, Cardano's reach and influence will extend into the automotive industry, one of the world's most significant economic sectors, highlighting its versatility and robustness. 

Our project's impact will be demonstrated by the improvements in our customers' fleet operations, positive user feedback, and increased market share in the mobility sector.

[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 leveraging our team's expertise in blockchain technology, software development, and quality assurance to contribute to the growth and enhancement of the Cardano ecosystem.

Here are the key impacts and benefits our project will bring to Cardano:

1. Enhanced User Experience: Our collective experience in software development and quality assurance enables us to deliver applications that are not just functional but also user-friendly
2. Software Quality and Reliability: Our project emphasizes rigorous software quality assurance
3. Community Growth: Our project, through its deliverables, aims to attract more developers and businesses to the Cardano ecosystem
4. Empowering the Ecosystem: By addressing existing challenges in a user-friendly and efficient manner, we strengthen the Cardano ecosystem

We are realistic in our expectations and foresee a gradual increase in usage as our project progresses and matures. Within a reasonable timeframe post-project completion, we aim to engage a significant number of users, thereby contributing to the overall activity and vibrancy of the Cardano ecosystem.

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

The success of our project will be gauged through a combination of both quantitative and qualitative measures.

Quantitative Measures:

1. Completion of User Stories: We will track the successful completion of each user story within our sprints, with a focus on meeting the clear acceptance criteria we have established
2. Project Milestones: We'll measure the successful delivery of the increment within its timeline
3. Code Quality Metrics: We will leverage software quality metrics to ensure the highest quality of our deliverable

Qualitative Measures:

1. User Feedback: We will collect and analyze feedback from our user
2. Community Engagement: We will gauge community engagement and sentiment via social media channels, discussion forums, and other platform

In terms of the project's impact on Cardano’s productivity and growth, in the short term, our project aims to deliver tangible, functional solutions that address existing challenges. The improvements we make will contribute to enhancing the overall efficiency of the Cardano ecosystem.

In the long term, our project aims to foster innovation within the ecosystem. By providing reliable and high-quality solutions, we'll encourage more developers and businesses to build on the Cardano blockchain. This can lead to an increase in dApps and other use cases for Cardano, ultimately contributing to the network's growth and the value of ADA.

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

We aim to disseminate the results and learnings from our project widely to foster innovation and insight within the mobility and blockchain sectors. Our plans to share outputs include the following:

1. Community Updates: We will regularly share progress reports, insights, and results on various community platforms such as the Cardano forum, Cardano subreddit, and Project Catalyst Town Hall
2. Partnership Announcements and Updates: Public releases will be made at key milestones via press releases, blog posts, and through our official website
3. Webinars and Workshops: We aim to conduct online events to share our learnings, particularly around integrating real-time vehicular data with blockchain technology
4. Academic and Industry Conferences: We will seek opportunities to present our work at relevant academic and industry conferences to engage with experts in the field and foster further collaboration

As for the utilization of the project's results in further research and development activities, we plan to leverage the insights gained from this project to continuously improve our platform. The real-time data integration capabilities will be refined based on user feedback and data analysis.

Furthermore, we aim to explore other potential applications of integrating vehicle data into blockchain-based solutions, expanding beyond fleet management. The results of this project could open up new areas of research and development, and act as a launchpad for further innovation in the blockchain and mobility sectors.

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

As PeakSoft GmbH, a Germany-based consulting company, we bring an extensive range of skills and experiences to the table, making us uniquely positioned to deliver this project.

• Company Reputation and Track Record: Over the years, we have established ourselves as a trusted entity, working with large-scale applications and big clients. Our projects' success, including partnerships with leading German automakers, underscores our ability to deliver high-quality results and manage large-scale projects efficiently.
• Solid Team Foundation: Our company boasts six full-time employees, each bringing their expertise in diverse disciplines such as software development, quality assurance, project management, and blockchain technology. This strong internal structure will ensure that all aspects of our project are managed effectively.
• Extended Resources: Beyond our internal team, we have access to an extensive network of external consultants. Should the need arise, we can swiftly deploy additional resources to ensure our project progresses without disruption.
• Web2 and Web3 Expertise: Our team members are pioneers in both web2 and web3 technologies. We have in-depth experience in large-scale software quality assurance and application development. Furthermore, our involvement as Plutus Pioneers and Atala PRISM Pioneers showcases our deep-rooted understanding and commitment to the Cardano ecosystem.
• Transparency and Accountability: We prioritize maintaining clear communication with the community. Regular progress reports and periodic webinars and Q&A sessions will be organized to keep stakeholders updated. Our stringent budgeting and auditing procedures will ensure that funds are managed appropriately and used as intended.

While our current budget allows for the completion of our proposed project, we may consider seeking additional funding in future Catalyst rounds. This would enable us to introduce new features and expand our project's scope. Any additional funding required will be detailed in a separate, new proposal.

To track the progress of our project, we'll implement Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and set clear acceptance criteria for each project component and deliverable. We'll also make use of Scrum boards and product backlogs to provide a transparent and constantly updated view of our progress.

For us, success is not merely about reaching milestones. It also involves accomplishing our established acceptance criteria and user stories within our sprints, and successfully delivering the first product increment within the proposed timeline. In essence, success means delivering a product that meets our high-quality standards and offers real value to the Cardano ecosystem.

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

Our project has a set of clear and measurable goals to ensure its successful implementation and the realization of our intended impact. Here are the main goals for the project:

1. Establish a Strategic Partnership: Our foremost goal is to cement a strategic partnership with a prominent German OE
2. Integrate Real-time Vehicular Data: Following the partnership, our goal is to integrate real-time vehicle diagnostic and status data from the OEM's fleet into our PeakChain Mobility Platform
3. Enhance Fleet Management Solutions: Leveraging the real-time data, we aim to improve our fleet management and optimization capabilities
4. Drive User Adoption: We aim to significantly increase user adoption of our improved service
5. Promote Blockchain Use in Mobility Sector: A key goal is to demonstrate the viability and benefits of blockchain technology in the mobility sector, contributing to its wider adoption

Our well-established contacts in the automobile sector, reputation, and successful track record, put us in a strong position to achieve these goals. The initial discussions with the German OEM have been positive and promising, providing a solid foundation for this project. We will leverage our technical expertise, industry knowledge, and strong partnership to effectively implement our approach and achieve our project goals.

[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 Management Preparation and Team Setup (Month 1 - 2)

• Activities: Establish project management structure
• Success Criteria: Project management framework established and assembled project team

Milestone 2: API Integration Planning and Implementation (Months 3-5)

• Activities: Plan and implement API integration process with the OEM's system
• Success Criteria: Clear plan for API integration, seamless data flow between OEM and our platform

Milestone 3: Data Privacy Compliance and Security Measures Implementation (Month 6)

• Activities: Implement GDPR compliance measures, strengthen security infrastructure
• Success Criteria: Achievement of GDPR compliance, successful implementation of security measures

Milestone 4: Audit with Partner (Month 7-8)

• Activities: Conduct a comprehensive audit of the system with the partner.
• Success Criteria: Successfully complete audit and obtain approval to proceed from the partner.

Milestone 8: Establish Official Partnership (Month 9)

• Activities: Finalize partnership details, sign partnership agreement
• Success Criteria: Official partnership agreement signed

Our project management approach will be iterative, focusing on regular progress reviews, close collaboration with the OEM, and rapid incorporation of user feedback. We'll leverage modern project management tools and methodologies, including Agile, to ensure a flexible and responsive project execution. We will be transparent in our reporting to the community, keeping stakeholders informed of our progress.

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

Milestone 1: Project Management Preparation and Team Setup (Month 1 - 2)

• Deliverables: A project management plan detailing the approach, team roles, project schedule, risk management strategy, and communication plan.
• Intended Outcomes: A well-structured project management system that ensures efficient execution and timely delivery of the project.
• Measurement: We will track progress through adherence to the established project schedule, timely role assignment, and setup of project management tools.

Milestone 2: API Integration Planning and Implementation (Months 3-5)

• Deliverables: API integration plan, successfully implemented API that allows seamless data flow between our platform and the OEM's system.
• Intended Outcomes: A robust integration between our platform and the OEM's system to support the planned functionality.
• Measurement: Success will be measured by the successful execution of the API integration plan and the functionality of the data flow.

Milestone 3: Data Privacy Compliance and Security Measures Implementation (Month 6)

• Deliverables: A GDPR compliance plan, implemented security measures, compliance certificates.
• Intended Outcomes: A platform that respects user privacy and ensures data security.
• Measurement: Achievement of GDPR compliance and implementation of security measures will be verified through internal and external audits.

Milestone 4: Audit with Partner (Month 7-8)

• Deliverables: Audit report detailing the findings of the audit process.
• Intended Outcomes: Identification of areas that require improvement, validation of the work done so far, and gaining the confidence of the partner to proceed.
• Measurement: Success will be measured by the completion of the audit and the partner's approval to proceed.

Milestone 5: Establish Official Partnership (Month 9)

• Deliverables: Finalized partnership agreement.
• Intended Outcomes: An official partnership with the OEM, providing a strong foundation for the project's success.
• Measurement: The success of this milestone will be determined by the signing of the official partnership agreement.

The main metric to track the project's progress will be the successful completion of these milestones. We will also track metrics such as team productivity, quality of deliverables, and stakeholder satisfaction. These will be measured through tools like project management software, quality audits, and stakeholder feedback sessions.

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

Project Management and Coordination: 50k ADA

• This includes project planning, monitoring, and control, risk and issue management, as well as coordination between teams and stakeholders.

API Integration and Testing: 150k ADA

• This covers technical resources required for the integration with the OEM's API, including software, hardware, and related services. It also includes costs for comprehensive testing and debugging.

Data Privacy Compliance and Security Measures: 60k ADA

• This includes costs for obtaining GDPR compliance certification and implementing security measures. It may require consulting with legal and cybersecurity experts.

Audit with Partner: 110k ADA

• This budget allocation covers the comprehensive audit process with the partner, resulting in an audit report. This milestone involves costs related to personnel, resources, and tools needed for the audit.

Establishment of Official Partnership: 80k ADA

• This covers costs for negotiations, drafting the partnership agreement, and the partnership fee required by the German OEM.

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

Our project's cost offers significant value for money for the Cardano ecosystem due to our team's expertise, our operational efficiency, and our strategic approach to resource utilization.

Our team comprises highly skilled professionals, with extensive experience in large-scale application development, software quality, and connected car projects. This high caliber of expertise might appear to increase the cost, but it also ensures that we deliver high-quality solutions that are designed to stand the test of time, resulting in long-term savings for the ecosystem.

In terms of operational efficiency, we, as PeakSoft GmbH, a Germany-based consulting company, have years of experience working with prominent clients and managing sizable projects. This experience enables us to streamline our operations, reducing overheads and eliminating unnecessary costs.

Furthermore, as a company, we have full-time employees dedicated to this project, ensuring a high degree of accountability, ownership, and commitment, which in turn leads to better cost management and enhanced output. This commitment also extends to the possibility of deploying external consultants, if necessary, to enhance our capabilities without significantly affecting our cost structure.

The budget for this project has been determined considering the average wages for software professionals in Germany, which is one of the higher wage countries in Europe, reflecting the high level of expertise and quality assurance that we bring to this project. However, we're confident that our team's unique combination of skills and experience in both Web2 and Web3 technologies offers exceptional value for the Cardano ecosystem.

Ultimately, our aim is to provide the Cardano community with solutions that not only solve existing problems but also open up new opportunities. By investing in our project, the community is investing in the potential for future growth and innovation within the ecosystem, making it a value-for-money proposition.

[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