Uganda - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

Arduiva is a comprehensive solution designed to provide efficient and reliable roadside assistance services. Leveraging modern technology and a network of service providers, the app offers a seamless experience for you when in need of immediate assistance

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

Arduiva is the premier choice for drivers needing roadside assistance or efficient and insured vehicle repair. With a focus on convenience, reliability, and transparency, our project connects customers(those in need of assistance eg an accident, or a faulty automobile) with service providers (mechanics, tow trucks , ambulances and spare parts shops).Our project provides a reliable and insured way of getting the best service provider from a mechanic to an emergency where a car cannot operate and stalls are caused on the road for hours. With a project like this, the uncertainty of price and availability of spare parts is limited. By integrating innovative technology and user-centric design, we aim to set a new standard for roadside assistance services and empower drivers to travel with peace of mind that they are safe no matter the situation that occurs.

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

The main problem we are trying to solve is difficult car usage and maintenance. This is a problem that is faced by almost 45% of the population through accidents, faulty cars, hyped prices for mechanical works and spare parts and many more. Our project aims to tackle all these problems by providing a solution that will not only streamline the servicing and purchase of spare parts but also generally promote safety and also save lives of people involved in road accidents.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your project intends to provide (at least 3).

1. Convenience: With this roadside rescue app, you no longer need to rely on traditional methods of seeking roadside assistance. The intuitive interface and quick access to service providers make the process hassle-free and efficient. 2. Reliability: By partnering with reputable service providers and leveraging advanced technology, the app ensures timely and dependable service delivery, minimizing downtime and inconvenience for users and unnecessary costs by giving a standard amount of income. 3. Safety: The app prioritizes user safety by offering secure communication channels, verified service providers, and proactive measures to handle emergencies effectively. 4.Employment Through the creation of VGMs(Virtual Gaarage Managers), employment is created for those graduating out of technical institutes looking for a way to put their skills to test.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your project is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

Our project is specifically targeted to all vehicle drivers ranging from buses, trucks, lorries, saloon cars as it is not restricted to any specific group.

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2024-02-25

01.06 How many other partners are associated with your business venture?

3

01.07 Among the other partners, how many are female?

1

01.08 Please describe the profile of each of the other partners (skills, experience, etc.)

Kakuru John Kalvin - His skillset majorly deals with the business logic of the application. Beeka Arnold - His skillset majorly deals in the technical perspective as well.

01.09 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link here:

01.10 Which industry best describes your project?

e) Secondary commodities (cars and parts, consumer durables and apparel, retail)

02.01.01 My project contributes to the No poverty goal

6

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

We plan on working with vocational institutions to use some of the already many graduates that they pass out every year to compliment our emergency services as emergency situations require stand by personnel

02.02.01 My project contributes to the Zero hunger goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification

02.03.01 My project contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being: Target 3.6: Half the number of global deaths and injuries from road traffic accidents by 2020. Arduiva can improve response times to accidents, providing faster medical help and reducing fatalities and serious injuries. Arduiva also helps to relinquish mental stress that comes in emergency services for both road users and drivers as it offers timely and convenient response to emergency services.

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

6

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

We plan on working with women that graduate from automotive and health vocational institutions to provide services in emergency situations

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

02.08.01 My project contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

7 - Strongly Agree

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification

Achieve higher levels of economic productivity through diversification, technological upgrading, and innovation. By offering reliable roadside assistance, the app supports the transportation sector, reducing vehicle downtime, and enhancing productivity for businesses reliant on road transport.

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

Develop quality, reliable, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure, including regional and transborder infrastructure, to support economic development and human well-being. The app contributes to more resilient infrastructure by ensuring that vehicles on the road can quickly get assistance, reducing the likelihood of prolonged traffic disruptions and ensuring smoother flow of goods and services.

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

6

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

We plan to use graduates and also skill people from underprivileged communities to render services in emergency situations while giving them a source of income and skilling them to render similar services in other similar settings.

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

Provide access to safe, affordable, accessible, and sustainable transport systems for all, improving road safety, notably by expanding public transport, with special attention to the needs of those in vulnerable situations. By improving road safety and providing assistance to those in need, the app contributes to safer and more reliable transportation systems

02.12.01 My project contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

5

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification

Substantially reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse. An effective roadside assistance app can help in better maintenance of vehicles, leading to longer lifespans and reduced waste from premature vehicle scrapping.

02.13.01 My project contributes to the Climate action goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and natural disasters in all countries. • The app can facilitate quick responses during adverse weather conditions, ensuring that vehicles and their occupants are safer and reducing the overall impact of climate-related road disruptions

02.14.01 My project contributes to the Life below water goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification

02.15.01 My project contributes to the Life on land goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

02.16.01 My project contributes to the Peace justice and strong institutions goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.16.02 Peace justice and strong institutions - Justification

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

05.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

2

05.02 The product/service we envision creating represents an entirely new type of product/service.

3

05.03 The product/service we envision creating could be described as a new technology.

4

05.04 The product/service we envision creating is an improvement on an existing product or service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.05 The product/service we envision creating could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

5

05.06 The product/service we envision creating responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.07 The product/service we envision creating is a new version of an old product/service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.08 Justification

05.09 Who are your main potential competitors and what makes you stand out from them?

Arduiva aims to differentiate itself in the roadside assistance market by adopting unique strategies against established players like AAA, Agero, Allstate Motor Club, and Urgent.ly. Arduiva's plan includes leveraging advanced technology with AI to optimize services, offering flexible subscription and pay-as-you-go models, ensuring rapid response times, and maintaining high service quality. Unique features such as Emergency Fund Deposits and Advanced Scheduling will address specific customer needs. Integrating with platforms like Google Maps and implementing targeted marketing strategies will enhance visibility and attract tech-savvy customers, positioning Arduiva as a leader in innovation and customer satisfaction in the roadside assistance sector.

10.06 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?

Female entrepreneurs who are graduating from vocational institutions that deal in auto repair will also be given a chance to participate and get employment within what is deemed as a man’s job.