Shareloop

Introduction

Start by introducing the concept of Shareloop—an innovative item-sharing platform. Briefly mention the timeline of its development (June 2023 - August 2023) and its association with NTT DATA. Emphasize how Shareloop focuses on sustainability by encouraging the reuse of items within organizations, reducing environmental impact, and fostering a sense of community.

With Shareloop, you can:

Optimize Resource Utilization: Share and borrow items seamlessly across your organization.
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint: Promote reuse and sustainability by reducing the need for new purchases.
Foster a Collaborative Culture: Build stronger internal connections by encouraging employees to contribute to a shared pool of resources.

Download and Install: Quickly integrate Shareloop into your OutSystems environment.

Here’s the direct link to the component:

👉 https://www.outsystems.com/forge/component-overview/16002/shareloop-o11

Customize: Tailor the platform to suit your organization’s needs.

Start Sharing: Encourage your team to list and borrow items, and experience the benefits

Product Backlog & Planning

key Features:

Adding Items

The ability to add items to the platform was among the highest-priority features during development. This functionality allows users to:

Easily list available items (e.g., office supplies, tech gadgets, or personal belongings) with a brief description, photos, and availability period.
Set item conditions and rules for borrowing (e.g., time limits or specific usage instructions).

Lending Items

Once items were listed, the next priority was ensuring a smooth and transparent lending process. The lending feature is designed to:

Allow users to search for available items using filters such as category, location, or availability.
Request to borrow an item with the click of a button, initiating a borrowing request that the lender can approve or decline.
Track the status of items—whether they are available, lent out, or reserved, with automatic updates on the system.

Giving Back

Returning borrowed items, or giving back, is a critical part of Shareloop’s item-sharing model. This feature:

Notifies borrowers when their loan period is about to expire, prompting them to prepare the item for return.
Offers an easy process for confirming that an item has been successfully returned.
Allows users to leave feedback for the lender about the item's condition and overall borrowing experience.

Removing Items

To ensure that the platform remains up-to-date, users need the ability to remove items that are no longer available or needed. This feature:

Allows users to easily delete their listed items from the platform when no longer needed.

Personal Dashboard

A standout feature of Shareloop is the Personal Dashboard, which provides users with a comprehensive view of their interactions and status within the platform. This dashboard is designed to enhance user experience by offering personalized insights and management tools.

Admin Dashboard: Ensuring Trust and Safety

One of the key features that makes Shareloop a trusted platform is its Admin Dashboard, which empowers administrators to manage and ensure the integrity of the sharing ecosystem. This feature helps maintain a high level of trust among users by providing tools to oversee item listings and handle reports of any inappropriate or unsafe content.

♻ Shareloop 1.0: Sustainable Sharing Culture Within Organizations