Hello BHW. Had and idea for a Turo-like/clone app for car rentals, as they are super popular in my country, tourism is booming, and public transport is a mess. Was thinking about maybe getting some premade app from code marketplaces or nulled from certain forums (very bad idea possibly??). For monetizing, would it better be to do a commission thing, like a certain percentage for every reservation; a subscription service for businesses; or per post fee. This would of course be dependent on the type of software I would be able to find. Love to hear any feedback.
You're not even looking to spend the $100 or so on a premade app, and are considering nulls. This route is going to be a difficult one, my friend.
Without even breaking down into the nitty-gritties, allow me to highlight the complexities of this OP
1. The "Software"
Running an app, is extremely different from running say a WordPress website.
There are two components, the app and your server.
From basic experience developing similar architecture, you will need (outside of the app)
- A push notifications management system (FCM works)
- A reliable local SMS gateway (to send OTPs, confirmations)
- A KYC management system (so people don't game your system)
- A local tax management system to calculate and implement taxation
- A reliable transactional/commercial email sending service
- Data Storage capabilities
- A reliable payment gateway that doesn't eat up in your profits through the TDR and supports most popular local payment methods
From the technical standpoint,
- You will need error tracking
- A customer support system to enable quick resolution
- Google Maps API (Several APIs actually - including Google Maps Javascript API, Google Places API, Distance Matrix API (to calculate distance based pricing) etc.
- Redis/Memcached for caching
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If we further move along, you will need HR - Humans
- Atleast one fullstack developer with knowledge of the cloud, and the capacity to develop the app and ensure it's upkeep
- Atleast One designer to design infographics, social graphics, presentation, training materials etc.
- Atleast one outreach/field agent to go out and recruit drivers for you, answer their queries, liason with them and provide training on how to use the app.
- Atleast one accountant, who can handle payments, file timely returns, coordinate with your main accountant.
- One marketing person - to manage your socials, performance marketing ads, OOH campaigns etc.
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You will need to offer some sort of a USP which urges customers to select your app as against other ride sharing/rental apps.
You will need to manage your fleet. If a driver signs up, you will have to ensure there are timely perks and that you have enough business.
You will need to manage drivers who actually accept rides to ensure they compete it.
You will need to have some model of safety/SOS for women.
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These are just off the top of my head.
I don't mean to discourage you at all. Just giving you a bird's eye view of what is needed.
