Nigeria - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

Pristine is an on-demand cleaning app that connects you with vetted cleaners for hourly bookings. Choose from regular cleaning, deep cleaning, or move-in/out prep. Book & pay securely in-app, track your cleaner's arrival, and enjoy a spotless facility.

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

Pristine is an innovative on-demand cleaning service platform designed for urban dwellers seeking convenience and flexibility. Our mobile app and website enable users to easily book vetted, background-checked cleaners for hourly services, with options for regular, deep, or move-in/move-out cleaning. The user-friendly interface allows for real-time booking, secure in-app payments, and tracking of cleaner arrival. Customers can review detailed cleaner profiles, including ratings and reviews, to make informed choices. Pristine promotes transparency with hourly billing and customizable services to meet specific needs. By providing a platform for flexible employment, Pristine not only meets the growing demand for reliable cleaning services but also offers economic opportunities for local communities. Challenges such as trust, quality control, and market penetration are addressed through rigorous vetting processes, ratings systems, and targeted user education campaigns.

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

The main problem Pristine aims to solve is the lack of convenient, reliable, and flexible cleaning services in urban areas. Many city dwellers struggle to find trustworthy cleaning help that fits their schedules and meets their specific needs. Traditional cleaning services often require long-term contracts, lack transparency in pricing, and involve time-consuming processes to book and manage. Additionally, there is a significant number of unemployed individuals who need flexible job opportunities. Pristine addresses these issues by providing an on-demand platform that connects users with thoroughly vetted cleaners, offering services on an hourly basis with transparent pricing and customizable options. This not only simplifies the process for users but also creates job opportunities for the local workforce, promoting economic growth and community well-being.

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

Convenience and Flexibility: Users can book cleaning services instantly, fitting seamlessly into their busy lifestyles. The app's intuitive interface allows for easy booking, payment, and tracking of cleaner arrival, eliminating the need for lengthy phone calls or negotiations. Quality and Trust: Each cleaner on Pristine's platform undergoes rigorous background checks and is rated by previous users, ensuring high-quality service. Customers can review detailed profiles, ratings, and reviews to make informed decisions, leading to consistent and reliable cleaning experiences. Economic Opportunities: Pristine provides flexible job opportunities for individuals seeking employment, enabling them to work according to their own schedules. This not only helps reduce unemployment but also supports local economies by offering fair wages and dignified work conditions.

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

Urban Dwellers and Busy Professionals: Individuals and families in cities who need flexible, high-quality cleaning services without the hassle of long-term contracts or unreliable providers. This includes working professionals, families, and anyone who values their time and needs a clean living space. Small Businesses and Office Spaces: Small business owners and office managers who require regular cleaning services to maintain a clean and professional environment. They benefit from customisable cleaning options and transparent pricing. Job Seekers and Part-Time Workers: Individuals seeking flexible job opportunities, including students, part-time workers, and those looking to supplement their income. Pristine provides them with the ability to work on their own schedules, offering fair wages and dignified work conditions.

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2024-02-01

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

2

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.)

Ugbede Ameh is a skilled product designer with four years of experience, specializing in UX and UI design, prototyping, wireframing, and maintaining design systems using tools like Sketch, Figma, and Adobe XD. He excels in creating user-centric designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and solving design challenges with innovative solutions. Uwuma Queenette Otuwarikpo brings over 2 years of diverse experience in product and project management. She is proficient in Agile methodologies, including Scrum, and excels in product development from conception to launch. Uwuma is experienced in planning, executing, and closing projects, with a focus on meeting timelines, budgets, and quality standards. She is adept at facilitating Scrum practices and establishing project management standards within organizations.

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

https://useprestine.vercel.app

01.10 Which industry best describes your project?

h) IT (digital services, equipment and software)

02.01.01 My project contributes to the No poverty goal

5

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

Pristine, an on-demand cleaning service, addresses poverty by providing job opportunities for unemployed individuals. With flexible working hours and competitive earnings, it empowers cleaners to improve their economic status. By facilitating access to consistent and fair employment, Pristine helps reduce financial instability and supports livelihoods. The platform's scalability across multiple cities further amplifies its impact, offering sustainable income sources to a broader population. As users demand quality services, Pristine incentivizes cleaners to maintain high standards, fostering professional growth and long-term employment stability.

02.02.01 My project contributes to the Zero hunger goal

2

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification

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

5

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification

Pristine contributes to the Good Health and Well-Being goal by promoting cleaner living and working environments, which can reduce the spread of illness and improve overall health. Additionally, providing job opportunities can alleviate stress and improve mental health for workers. However, its impact is indirect and mainly through improved hygiene and economic stability rather than direct health services.

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

2

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

6

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

4

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

2

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

02.08.01 My project contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

6

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification

Pristine contributes significantly to the Decent Work and Economic Growth goal by creating job opportunities with fair wages and flexible working hours. It empowers workers, particularly in the informal sector, by offering stable employment and improving their economic well-being. By maintaining high standards for service quality and worker satisfaction, Pristine supports sustainable economic growth and fosters a productive workforce.

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

5

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

Pristine contributes to the Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure goal by innovating in the service sector with its on-demand cleaning app. By leveraging technology to connect customers with cleaners efficiently, Pristine improves service delivery and enhances infrastructure in the service industry. The platform's scalability potential also contributes to economic growth and development by creating opportunities for business expansion and infrastructure improvement in urban areas.

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

6

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

Pristine contributes significantly to the Reduced Inequalities goal by providing job opportunities with fair wages and flexible working hours, particularly benefiting marginalized groups. By offering employment in the service sector, which often employs women and minorities, Pristine promotes equality in the workforce. Additionally, the platform's transparency in payment and rating systems helps mitigate discrimination and fosters a more inclusive work environment.

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

5

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

Pristine contributes to the Sustainable Cities and Communities goal by promoting cleaner living and working environments through its on-demand cleaning services. By improving hygiene standards and reducing environmental impact through efficient cleaning practices, Pristine supports sustainable urban development. Additionally, the platform's scalability potential enables it to adapt to different city contexts, contributing to the overall livability and sustainability of urban areas.

02.12.01 My project contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

4

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification

02.13.01 My project contributes to the Climate action goal

3

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

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

2

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

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

2

02.16.02 Peace justice and strong institutions - Justification

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

5

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

Pristine contributes to the Partnerships for the Goals by fostering collaborations between customers, cleaners, and the broader community. Through its platform, Pristine connects users with cleaning professionals, promoting economic partnerships and employment opportunities. Moreover, partnerships with payment processors and technology providers enhance service delivery. While not directly targeting global partnerships for sustainable development, Pristine facilitates local economic partnerships and collaborations essential for achieving broader sustainability goals.

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.

2

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

6

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.

6

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

5

05.08 Justification

Pristine is positioned uniquely in the market by offering an improved, on-demand cleaning service (6), addressing a distinct need for reliable, quality-assured home cleaning. While it builds upon existing service models (5), it introduces innovation by enhancing accessibility and customer satisfaction through modern technology (5). Pristine fills a niche by responding to a previously underserved demand for flexible and transparent home services (6), marking an evolution in traditional cleaning practices (5).

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

Pristine's main potential competitors are traditional cleaning services, which typically operate offline and may lack the convenience and transparency offered by on-demand platforms.

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

No