Agora Connections - AI-Powered Project Management Tool

Overview: Agora Connections operates with 8 subcontractors, 2 co-owner partners, 1 sales advisor, 1 sales representative, and 3 external business partners. We currently use Odoo ERP for business management. However, as we grow, we need to enhance Odoo’s capabilities by integrating AI-powered features to automate and optimize project scheduling, CRM workflows, Sales, and resource management. This Riipen project invites graduate students to leverage existing AI tools, software, and platforms to build a solution that enhances the Odoo ERP system. The goal is to create a scalable, efficient, and user-friendly AI-driven project management tool while avoiding the need for building all functionalities from scratch. Project Goals: Leverage Odoo ERP: Build upon Agora Connections’ existing Odoo platform, customizing and integrating additional features tailored to our operations. AI-Powered Enhancements: Use existing AI tools (e.g., OpenAI APIs, Google AI, or similar) to implement smart features such as: Automated project scheduling based on deadlines, team availability, and client needs. Predictive analytics to forecast project timelines and resource needs. AI-powered client relationship management to streamline communication and identify opportunities for upselling or cross-selling services. Task and Workflow Automation: Automate repetitive tasks such as reminders, reporting, and team notifications through AI and Odoo workflows. Modular and Scalable Design: Ensure the solution integrates seamlessly with Odoo's existing ecosystem while being flexible enough to accommodate future needs.

Agora Tutoring - Legal Compliance and Cybersecurity Alignment

Project Objective The primary objective of this project is to bridge the gap between Agora Tutoring’s legal policies and its technical implementation. Students will conduct a legal, cybersecurity, and technical audit to ensure the platform's infrastructure and codebase align with its stated Terms & Conditions (T&C) and Privacy Policy (PP). They will also implement necessary changes to move the platform closer to full legal compliance and cybersecurity readiness. Project Goals By the end of this project, learners will: Analyze Agora Tutoring’s T&C and PP in conjunction with its codebase and infrastructure to identify discrepancies. Assess the platform’s compliance with privacy laws (e.g., PIPEDA, GDPR) and cybersecurity standards. Implement improvements in the application to align with the findings. Lay the groundwork for Agora Tutoring to achieve comprehensive legal and cybersecurity compliance in the future.

Agora Tutoring - Email Communication Suite

Main Objective: To develop an integrated email service that enhances user engagement and platform functionality by including features such as a contact form, bug reporting system, email verification for registration, newsletter signup, and customizable settings accessible through user profiles. Project Goals: Enable seamless communication between users and Agora Tutoring’s platform. Provide an efficient way to collect and manage bug reports for technical improvement. Ensure secure and verified user registrations via email confirmation. Create opportunities for user engagement through newsletters. Allow users to manage communication preferences and settings directly from their profiles.

Agora Tutoring - "Website Under Construction" Landing Page

Main Objective: Students will design and develop a professional and engaging "Under Construction" landing page for Agora Tutoring's website. This page will inform users that the site is undergoing maintenance, provide key information, and keep the brand visible during downtime. Project Goal: The goal of this project is to create a fully functional and aesthetically pleasing landing page that reflects Agora Tutoring's brand identity. This landing page should include essential elements like a construction message, contact information, social media links, and an option for users to stay updated.

Agora - Resource Management

Main Objective: The primary goal of this project is to develop a strategic plan and set of tools that will help Agora's corporate team effectively manage internal projects, time, and resources while aligning with the company's long-term business goals. Learners will work on creating solutions to enhance project oversight, time tracking, and resource allocation, as well as providing recommendations for optimizing these processes within the company. Project Goal: By the end of the project, learners will develop a project management framework for Agora that includes strategies for time management, resource allocation, and goal setting. This framework should be practical, scalable, and aligned with the company’s strategic goals.

EWP - Boosting Social Media Presence

Project Objective: The goal of this project is to develop and execute a social media advertising strategy that increases awareness, engagement, and membership for Edmonton Whitewater Paddlers (EWP). By the end of the project, students will have created compelling content, optimized social media campaigns, and analyzed results to enhance EWP’s digital footprint across platforms like Facebook and Instagram.

Agora Connections - Developing Business Process Model

Objective: The primary objective of this project is to develop an updated Business Process Model for Agora Connections, emphasizing the alignment of its operations with potential funding opportunities. The project also aims to prepare supporting documentation for grant applications, ensuring Agora Connections is well-positioned to secure financial support for scaling its services and expanding its market reach. Problem to be Solved: Agora Connections requires a detailed and updated Business Process Model that not only refines its current operations but also highlights its strategic objectives, competitive advantages, and market potential. This project is crucial for showcasing the company's readiness for growth and attracting potential investors or grant agencies, particularly in light of opportunities like the Canada Digital Adoption Program. Expected Outcomes: Business Process Model: A comprehensive model outlining Agora Connections' key business components, including customer segments, value propositions, revenue streams, and key activities. Strategic Recommendations: In-depth suggestions for refining the business model, based on market research and analysis. Funding Application Package: Tailored documentation for funding applications, including executive summaries, market analysis, competitive advantages, and financial projections. Professional Presentation: A summary presentation of the business process model and strategic recommendations, suitable for potential investors or funding bodies. Business Model Canvas: A visual summary that concisely presents Agora Connections' business model and key components.

Agora Connections - Odoo Migration and Rebuild

Main Objective: The objective of this project is to migrate Agora Connections' existing website from SquareSpace to Odoo, including the complete rebuilding of all pages to enhance functionality, improve design, and integrate advanced business automation features. Students will gain practical experience in website migration, Odoo CMS customization, and digital transformation strategies. Project Goal: By the end of the project, students will deliver a fully operational and visually compelling website hosted on Odoo, meeting all technical, design, and functional requirements. The site should reflect Agora Connections' brand identity and support its strategic goals in process automation and digital transformation.

Agora Tutoring - Social Media Account Management

Project Goal: The primary objective of this project is to manage and operate Agora Tutoring’s social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Additionally, the student will be responsible for setting up and optimizing Agora Tutoring’s Meta advertising account. By the end of the project, the student will have successfully increased Agora Tutoring’s online presence, improved community interaction, and optimized advertising efforts to attract more clients.

Agora Tutoring - Financial Analysis and Fee Structuring

Project Goal: The main objective of this project is to analyze the financial aspects of Agora Tutoring and develop a structured pay plan for membership fees that optimizes revenue while remaining accessible to our target market. Project Objective: Learners will be solving the problem of how to balance profitability with user affordability by conducting a comprehensive financial analysis and market research. The expected outcome is a well-researched, tiered membership fee structure that can be implemented to enhance Agora Tutoring's revenue streams while ensuring that the services remain attractive and accessible to a broad range of users. By the end of the project, learners will have: Conducted an in-depth analysis of Agora Tutoring's current financial health. Researched and benchmarked against competitors' pricing models. Gathered user feedback on pricing preferences. Developed a detailed, tiered membership fee structure with financial projections. Presented their findings and recommendations to Agora Tutoring’s senior management team.

Agora - Business Structuring

Main Objective : Agora Tutoring and Agora Connections are seeking comprehensive business advice on optimal corporate structures. We aim to understand how we can effectively organize both entities to enhance operational efficiency, provide liability protection, optimize tax liabilities, reduce insurance costs, simplify bookkeeping, and protect owners and business liabilities. Project Goal : The goal of this project is to analyze the current structures of Agora Tutoring and Agora Connections and explore potential restructuring options. This includes examining the feasibility of creating a holding company, evaluating different business structures (e.g., LLC, corporation), and providing recommendations to reduce costs and improve legal and financial protections.

Agora Tutoring - Pricing Strategy

Main Objective of the Project: The main objective of this project is to develop a comprehensive and effective pricing strategy for Agora Tutoring. This strategy will encompass determining the optimal price points for the platform's services, establishing a structured pricing calendar for different phases (pre-launch, during launch, and post-launch), and devising innovative promotional pricing strategies to enhance market penetration and customer acquisition. Project Goal: Learners will be solving the problem of determining how to price Agora Tutoring's services in a way that maximizes profitability while remaining competitive and attractive to potential customers. They will also address the challenge of creating a dynamic pricing strategy that adapts to different stages of the product lifecycle and incorporates effective promotional tactics.

Agora Tutoring - Enhancing User Trust through Comprehensive Verification Process

Main Objective: The main objective of this project is to enhance the trust and credibility of users on the Agora Tutoring platform by developing a comprehensive and robust user verification system. This system will ensure that tutors and students can engage with confidence, knowing that their counterparts have been thoroughly verified and vetted. Project Goal: To design and implement a multi-faceted user verification process that includes identification upload checks, certificate verifications, profile badges, background checks, and user acceptance of terms and conditions. By the end of the project, learners will have created a secure, user-friendly verification system that significantly improves the trustworthiness and reliability of the Agora Tutoring platform. Detailed Description: Learners will address the critical issue of user trust in online platforms by solving the following problems: Ensuring Authenticity : Learners will develop methods for securely uploading and verifying identification documents to confirm user identities. They will implement certificate verification to validate the educational and professional credentials of tutors. Building Credibility : Learners will design a badge system to visually indicate verified users, making it easy for students and parents to identify trustworthy tutors. They will integrate background checks to screen for any criminal records, further enhancing user safety and trust. Enhancing Transparency and Compliance : The project will involve creating a user-friendly interface for the acceptance of terms and conditions, ensuring users are informed and compliant. Learners will develop a system to track and log user acceptance of these terms, maintaining transparency. Improving User Experience : By the end of the project, learners will have created a real-time notification system to keep users updated on their verification status and important account activities. They will implement advanced security measures to protect user data, ensuring the privacy and security of personal information during the verification process. Expected Outcomes: A Secure Verification System : A robust, multi-layered verification process that improves the safety and trustworthiness of the Agora Tutoring platform. Increased User Trust : Higher confidence among students, parents, and tutors in the platform’s credibility. Improved Engagement : Greater user satisfaction and engagement due to the enhanced security and transparency of the platform. Enhanced Reputation : An improved reputation for Agora Tutoring as a reliable and trustworthy educational service provider. By achieving these outcomes, learners will contribute to creating a safer, more credible environment for in-person tutoring sessions facilitated through Agora Tutoring.

Agora Tutoring - User Experience Review and Enhancement

Main Objective of the Project Project Goal: The primary objective of this project is to comprehensively review and enhance the Agora Tutoring website's user experience, from initial user registration to overall site usability. The project aims to improve the website's voice, navigation, and content to create a more intuitive, engaging, and user-friendly platform for students and tutors. Problem Description: Learners will tackle the following challenges: User Experience Review: Identify areas where the current user experience is lacking or could be improved. Gather and analyze user feedback to pinpoint specific pain points and areas of confusion. Application Testing: Conduct thorough testing of the website’s functionality, from user registration to booking tutoring sessions. Detect and document bugs, inconsistencies, and other technical issues affecting usability. Voice and Tone Improvement: Evaluate the website’s current voice and tone to ensure it aligns with Agora Tutoring’s brand identity. Propose and implement changes to make the website’s communication more engaging and user-friendly. Wayfinding Development: Analyze the website’s navigation structure to identify areas where users struggle to find information or complete tasks. Develop and implement a more intuitive wayfinding system to enhance user navigation and ease of use. Content Outline: Perform a content audit to identify gaps where additional information or resources are needed. Outline and create new content to fill these gaps, ensuring the website provides comprehensive support and information to its users.

Agora Connections - Website Review, CDAP Landing Page Development on Square Space

Main Objective : The main objective of this project is to enhance the Agora Connections website by improving its overall voice, design, and user engagement. Additionally, the project aims to create a dedicated landing page for the Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) that includes a click funnel flow with an automatic email response service. Problem Learners Will Be Solving : Learners will be addressing the following issues: Inconsistent Website Voice : The current website may have inconsistent tone and messaging, which can confuse visitors and dilute the brand’s professional image. Lack of CDAP-Specific Information : There is no dedicated landing page that effectively communicates the benefits, eligibility criteria, and application process for the Canada Digital Adoption Program. Absence of a Click Funnel : The website does not currently guide visitors through a structured process to learn about, assess eligibility for, and apply for the CDAP grant. Manual Email Responses : There is a need for an automatic email response service to efficiently handle inquiries and provide timely information.

Agora Tutoring - Enhancing Cybersecurity Compliance and Identity Management

Main Project Objective: The main objective of this project is to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity framework that ensures Agora Tutoring meets critical data protection regulations and implements robust identity and access management practices. By the end of the project, students are expected to have designed and potentially prototyped solutions that align with industry standards and legal requirements, enhancing the security posture of the platform while fostering trust among its users.

Agora Tutoring - SaaS Terms of Service & Privacy Policy Review

Our company operates a Software as a Service (SaaS) web application that is accessed daily by users. To safeguard our operations legally, we require every user to agree to our Terms of Service (ToS) and Privacy Policy (PP) before using our product. We are seeking to collaborate with students to evaluate our current product and its associated ToS to ensure they are comprehensive and up-to-date with the latest legal requirements, policy changes, and potential business threats. This collaboration will include: Conducting thorough research on our existing product and the ToS provided to our users. Investigating recent laws and policies relevant to our industry and how they might impact our business. Creating an updated version of our ToS & PP, explaining the rationale for changes and identifying any previously overlooked aspects. Assessing and suggesting updates to our related legal documents, such as the Acceptable Use Policy and Privacy Policy. Evaluating our current user registration processes to ensure that terms are being effectively communicated. Advising on necessary corporate insurance coverages to align with our business practices. Develop a refund policy

Agora Tutoring PayGate: Integrating Secure Subscription Services

The main objective of the capstone project for Agora Tutoring's website application is to design and implement a fully functional payment and subscription management system that integrates seamlessly with the existing web platform. This project will provide a hands-on learning experience for university students in web development, focusing on real-world application of programming, database management, and system integration skills. Project Goal: Develop a Secure and Efficient Subscription Management and Payment System Problem Statement: Students are tasked with creating a system that enables Agora Tutoring to manage its subscription-based business model effectively. The system must allow users to subscribe, modify, and cancel their memberships with ease, while also integrating a payment gateway for secure transaction processing. Expected Outcomes: By the end of the project, learners are expected to achieve the following outcomes: Functional Payment Gateway Integration: Successfully integrate Stripe (or another chosen payment service) into the Agora Tutoring website. Ensure that the payment system handles transactions securely and efficiently. Implement recurring billing features for subscription management. User-Friendly Subscription Management: Develop a dashboard or interface where users can easily sign up for, modify, and cancel subscriptions. Include features such as automatic renewal, payment method updates, and billing history access. Data Security and Compliance: Adhere to best practices in data security and ensure compliance with relevant legal standards, such as PCI DSS for payment processing. Implement robust security measures to protect user information and transaction data. Testing and Documentation: Conduct thorough testing of the system to identify and resolve any bugs or security vulnerabilities. Provide comprehensive documentation for the system, detailing setup, usage, and troubleshooting steps for future reference. Presentation and Evaluation: Demonstrate the functioning of the system through a presentation that outlines the technical details, challenges faced, and solutions implemented. Evaluate the system based on performance metrics, user feedback, and compliance checks. This project not only aims to provide a critical component of the Agora Tutoring service infrastructure but also serves as an excellent practical learning opportunity for students to apply their knowledge in software development and system integration in a meaningful and impactful way.

Agora Tutoring - Website Update - Social OAuth Integration

Executive Summary: Agora Tutoring is an online marketplace akin to Kijiji, equipped with a map function similar to Uber, specializing in connecting students with local tutors for in-person educational sessions. Project Goal: The primary goal of this project is to integrate OAuth-based user authentication with Facebook and Google into the Agora Tutoring platform. By incorporating these widely used authentication methods, the project aims to streamline the login process for users, thereby enhancing user accessibility and improving security measures. Problem Statement: Currently, users of the Agora Tutoring platform must go through a traditional account creation process that requires them to manually enter personal details to register. This method can be time-consuming and poses a barrier to quick access. Moreover, managing separate usernames and passwords for multiple platforms can discourage potential users due to the inconvenience and increased risk of security breaches.

Agora Connections - Legal Drafting: Business Contracts

Problem Being Solved: Learners will address the challenge of creating effective, legally sound contracts that meet the specific needs of a business while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The project simulates real-world business scenarios where the ability to draft and negotiate contracts can significantly impact a company's operations and legal security. Expected Outcomes: Drafting Skills: Students will draft various types of contracts, including Client Service Agreements, Subcontractor Agreements, NDAs, Terms and Conditions, MSAs, Change Order Forms, Indemnity Agreements, and Data Protection Agreements. They will understand the importance of each clause and how to tailor a contract to specific circumstances. Legal and Practical Understanding: Legal Comprehension: Gain a fundamental understanding of contract law, including the elements that make contracts enforceable and the implications of breach of contract. Practical Application: Apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations, learning how to adjust legal terms according to the business context and objectives.

Enhancing Cybersecurity Compliance and Identity Management for Agora Tutoring

Main Project Objective: The main objective of this project is to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity framework that ensures Agora Tutoring meets critical data protection regulations and implements robust identity and access management practices. By the end of the project, students are expected to have designed and potentially prototyped solutions that align with industry standards and legal requirements, enhancing the security posture of the platform while fostering trust among its users.

Agora Connections - Digital Marketing - Social Media Presence

As we seek to expand our digital presence, we recognize the need to enhance our marketing strategies, which have been previously neglected. To advance our promotional efforts, we intend to collaborate with students and recent graduates who can help us develop and distribute engaging content. Key Initiatives Include: 1. Initializing a Meta Account : We will set up a Meta account to streamline our communications and promotions across Facebook and Instagram, platforms where many of our target users are active. 2. Completing Facebook and Instagram Pages : We will develop these pages to fully represent our brand’s mission and the educational services we offer, ensuring they resonate with both potential tutors and students. A branding kit will be provided to assist in this process. 3. Establishing a LinkedIn Presence : Creating and optimizing our LinkedIn profile to connect with professionals and recent graduates, enhancing our visibility in a more formal professional network. This platform will be crucial for reaching potential tutors and educational partners. Responsibilities for Participating Students: - Understanding our Target Market : Students must grasp the needs and preferences of our target market, which includes students seeking tutoring and graduates looking for teaching opportunities. Additional Opportunities: - Suggesting SEO Strategies : Sudents will have the opportunity to propose SEO strategies that enhance the visibility of our content, making our tutoring services more accessible to a broader audience. This initiative aims not only to bolster our marketing capabilities but also to provide valuable marketing experience to students and recent graduates in the field. The focus on Meta (Facebook and Instagram) and LinkedIn will ensure a comprehensive approach to our digital marketing efforts, addressing both casual and professional networking needs.