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Happiest Ours
Project Type Tech Stack
Event-Tech / Bartender Booking Platform React, Next, Express, Node.js, Postgres, Stripe API, Google API, Twilio,
Microservices, Docker, AWS.
Happiest Ours is a web-based platform that revolutionizes the event planning industry, particularly focusing on simplifying the process of booking bartenders for events. The platform caters to both event organizers and bartending companies, providing a seamless interface for customers to search, book, and manage their events, while also allowing bartending companies to manage their profiles, availability, and service offerings. However, Happiest Ours faced several challenges related to the usability of the platform, including issues with the admin panel, limited customer-facing features, and a lack of scalability to handle increased user traffic. The platform needed to be optimized to improve both the user experience and backend functionalities, enabling it to scale as demand grew. A comprehensive overhaul was necessary to enhance the user interface (UI), improve the user experience (UX), and add critical features for both customers and admins to streamline operations.
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Happiest Ours
Project Type
Event-Tech / Bartender Booking Platform
Tech Stack
React, Next, Express, Node.js, Postgres, Stripe API, Google API, Twilio, Microservices, Docker, AWS.
Happiest Ours is a web-based platform that revolutionizes the event planning industry, particularly focusing on simplifying the process of booking bartenders for events. The platform caters to both event organizers and bartending companies, providing a seamless interface for customers to search, book, and manage their events, while also allowing bartending companies to manage their profiles, availability, and service offerings. However, Happiest Ours faced several challenges related to the usability of the platform, including issues with the admin panel, limited customer-facing features, and a lack of scalability to handle increased user traffic. The platform needed to be optimized to improve both the user experience and backend functionalities, enabling it to scale as demand grew. A comprehensive overhaul was necessary to enhance the user interface (UI), improve the user experience (UX), and add critical features for both customers and admins to streamline operations.
Back
Happiest Ours
Project Type Tech Stack
Event-Tech / Bartender Booking Platform React, Next, Express, Node.js, Postgres, Stripe API,
Google API, Twilio, Microservices, Docker, AWS.
Happiest Ours is a web-based platform that revolutionizes the event planning industry, particularly focusing on simplifying the process of booking bartenders for events. The platform caters to both event organizers and bartending companies, providing a seamless interface for customers to search, book, and manage their events, while also allowing bartending companies to manage their profiles, availability, and service offerings. However, Happiest Ours faced several challenges related to the usability of the platform, including issues with the admin panel, limited customer-facing features, and a lack of scalability to handle increased user traffic. The platform needed to be optimized to improve both the user experience and backend functionalities, enabling it to scale as demand grew. A comprehensive overhaul was necessary to enhance the user interface (UI), improve the user experience (UX), and add critical features for both customers and admins to streamline operations.
Problem
The Happiest Ours platform had multiple issues, beginning with the admin panel, which lacked the necessary tools for efficient management of the platform. Admins were unable to easily manage bartending companies, packages, pricing, or discounts, and the interface was not intuitive, leading to operational inefficiencies. The customer-facing side of the platform also had significant usability problems. The search functionality was underdeveloped, making it difficult for users to find the services they were looking for. The checkout process was cumbersome, and mobile responsiveness was poor, leading to a frustrating experience for customers who tried to book services on their phones or tablets. Additionally, the platform's event scheduling system had limitations in managing the timing of events, setting pricing, and allowing customers to customize their bookings according to their needs. Scalability was another key concern; the platform needed to be able to handle an increasing number of users, bookings, and events. Furthermore, there was no feedback system for customers to leave reviews, which created a barrier to trust for users considering different bartending companies. This combination of issues hindered the growth and performance of the platform, leading to a need for a complete redesign and restructuring.
Problem
The Happiest Ours platform had multiple issues, beginning with the admin panel, which lacked the necessary tools for efficient management of the platform. Admins were unable to easily manage bartending companies, packages, pricing, or discounts, and the interface was not intuitive, leading to operational inefficiencies. The customer-facing side of the platform also had significant usability problems. The search functionality was underdeveloped, making it difficult for users to find the services they were looking for. The checkout process was cumbersome, and mobile responsiveness was poor, leading to a frustrating experience for customers who tried to book services on their phones or tablets. Additionally, the platform's event scheduling system had limitations in managing the timing of events, setting pricing, and allowing customers to customize their bookings according to their needs. Scalability was another key concern; the platform needed to be able to handle an increasing number of users, bookings, and events. Furthermore, there was no feedback system for customers to leave reviews, which created a barrier to trust for users considering different bartending companies. This combination of issues hindered the growth and performance of the platform, leading to a need for a complete redesign and restructuring.
Problem
The Happiest Ours platform had multiple issues, beginning with the admin panel, which lacked the necessary tools for efficient management of the platform. Admins were unable to easily manage bartending companies, packages, pricing, or discounts, and the interface was not intuitive, leading to operational inefficiencies. The customer-facing side of the platform also had significant usability problems. The search functionality was underdeveloped, making it difficult for users to find the services they were looking for. The checkout process was cumbersome, and mobile responsiveness was poor, leading to a frustrating experience for customers who tried to book services on their phones or tablets. Additionally, the platform's event scheduling system had limitations in managing the timing of events, setting pricing, and allowing customers to customize their bookings according to their needs. Scalability was another key concern; the platform needed to be able to handle an increasing number of users, bookings, and events. Furthermore, there was no feedback system for customers to leave reviews, which created a barrier to trust for users considering different bartending companies. This combination of issues hindered the growth and performance of the platform, leading to a need for a complete redesign and restructuring.
Solution
The solution to these challenges was a comprehensive revamp of both the front-end and back-end of the Happiest Ours platform. We began by focusing on the design and user experience, developing detailed wireframes and prototypes using Figma. The new design prioritized a mobile-responsive, intuitive interface for both admins and customers. The admin panel was overhauled to allow for seamless management of bartending company profiles, event scheduling, pricing, and add-ons. We implemented a secure login flow, enabling admins to access the platform with ease, and introduced features for managing company profiles, bartender assignments, and availability. The price management system was refined to provide more flexibility, and we added features for creating and managing discount codes and promotions.
On the customer-facing side, we revamped the search functionality, adding filters to help users find the right bartender and event services more efficiently. We also streamlined the checkout process, repositioning the coupon input field and optimizing the platform for better mobile performance, making it easier for users to book services on the go. To enhance the event booking process, we introduced a confirmation page that allowed customers to review their event details before finalizing the booking. A 50% deposit feature was also added, providing customers with the option to pay part of the booking fee upfront, ensuring a smoother booking experience. On the event management side, we worked to optimize the scheduler, improving the way events were timed, and introduced email notifications for successful and unsuccessful payments, keeping both customers and admins informed about their booking status.
We also implemented a Price Calculator to help customers and bartending companies better understand event pricing. The price calculator provided an estimate for the entire event booking by calculating costs based on the number of guests, event hours, and selected packages. It displayed a breakdown of total costs, including the expected profit margin, and allowed customers to adjust the guest count and event duration in real-time. This feature enabled bartending companies to quickly generate quotes for clients and understand the profitability of their bookings. Additionally, the platform was optimized to handle larger volumes of users and bookings, addressing scalability concerns. To make the platform more flexible, we introduced a subscription model that allowed businesses to unlock premium features and tools for managing their profiles, events, and packages.
Moreover, we implemented a Customizable Flow Package, which allowed customers to select specific drink types like cocktails, beer, and wine, as well as the option to bring their own items. This gave customers greater control over their bookings and allowed bartending companies to provide a tailored experience for each event. The Google Reviews integration was added to enable customers to view real-time feedback from bartending companies, helping them make more informed decisions and building trust within the platform.
Solution
The solution to these challenges was a comprehensive revamp of both the front-end and back-end of the Happiest Ours platform. We began by focusing on the design and user experience, developing detailed wireframes and prototypes using Figma. The new design prioritized a mobile-responsive, intuitive interface for both admins and customers. The admin panel was overhauled to allow for seamless management of bartending company profiles, event scheduling, pricing, and add-ons. We implemented a secure login flow, enabling admins to access the platform with ease, and introduced features for managing company profiles, bartender assignments, and availability. The price management system was refined to provide more flexibility, and we added features for creating and managing discount codes and promotions.
On the customer-facing side, we revamped the search functionality, adding filters to help users find the right bartender and event services more efficiently. We also streamlined the checkout process, repositioning the coupon input field and optimizing the platform for better mobile performance, making it easier for users to book services on the go. To enhance the event booking process, we introduced a confirmation page that allowed customers to review their event details before finalizing the booking. A 50% deposit feature was also added, providing customers with the option to pay part of the booking fee upfront, ensuring a smoother booking experience. On the event management side, we worked to optimize the scheduler, improving the way events were timed, and introduced email notifications for successful and unsuccessful payments, keeping both customers and admins informed about their booking status.
We also implemented a Price Calculator to help customers and bartending companies better understand event pricing. The price calculator provided an estimate for the entire event booking by calculating costs based on the number of guests, event hours, and selected packages. It displayed a breakdown of total costs, including the expected profit margin, and allowed customers to adjust the guest count and event duration in real-time. This feature enabled bartending companies to quickly generate quotes for clients and understand the profitability of their bookings. Additionally, the platform was optimized to handle larger volumes of users and bookings, addressing scalability concerns. To make the platform more flexible, we introduced a subscription model that allowed businesses to unlock premium features and tools for managing their profiles, events, and packages.
Moreover, we implemented a Customizable Flow Package, which allowed customers to select specific drink types like cocktails, beer, and wine, as well as the option to bring their own items. This gave customers greater control over their bookings and allowed bartending companies to provide a tailored experience for each event. The Google Reviews integration was added to enable customers to view real-time feedback from bartending companies, helping them make more informed decisions and building trust within the platform.
Solution
The solution to these challenges was a comprehensive revamp of both the front-end and back-end of the Happiest Ours platform. We began by focusing on the design and user experience, developing detailed wireframes and prototypes using Figma. The new design prioritized a mobile-responsive, intuitive interface for both admins and customers. The admin panel was overhauled to allow for seamless management of bartending company profiles, event scheduling, pricing, and add-ons. We implemented a secure login flow, enabling admins to access the platform with ease, and introduced features for managing company profiles, bartender assignments, and availability. The price management system was refined to provide more flexibility, and we added features for creating and managing discount codes and promotions.
On the customer-facing side, we revamped the search functionality, adding filters to help users find the right bartender and event services more efficiently. We also streamlined the checkout process, repositioning the coupon input field and optimizing the platform for better mobile performance, making it easier for users to book services on the go. To enhance the event booking process, we introduced a confirmation page that allowed customers to review their event details before finalizing the booking. A 50% deposit feature was also added, providing customers with the option to pay part of the booking fee upfront, ensuring a smoother booking experience. On the event management side, we worked to optimize the scheduler, improving the way events were timed, and introduced email notifications for successful and unsuccessful payments, keeping both customers and admins informed about their booking status.
We also implemented a Price Calculator to help customers and bartending companies better understand event pricing. The price calculator provided an estimate for the entire event booking by calculating costs based on the number of guests, event hours, and selected packages. It displayed a breakdown of total costs, including the expected profit margin, and allowed customers to adjust the guest count and event duration in real-time. This feature enabled bartending companies to quickly generate quotes for clients and understand the profitability of their bookings. Additionally, the platform was optimized to handle larger volumes of users and bookings, addressing scalability concerns. To make the platform more flexible, we introduced a subscription model that allowed businesses to unlock premium features and tools for managing their profiles, events, and packages.
Moreover, we implemented a Customizable Flow Package, which allowed customers to select specific drink types like cocktails, beer, and wine, as well as the option to bring their own items. This gave customers greater control over their bookings and allowed bartending companies to provide a tailored experience for each event. The Google Reviews integration was added to enable customers to view real-time feedback from bartending companies, helping them make more informed decisions and building trust within the platform.
