mvp_requirements_analysis.md

Unity Fleet MVP Requirements Analysis

Overview

This document analyzes the requirements for building Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) and working models for the vital supporting elements of Unity Fleet's "The Link" ecosystem. These prototypes will demonstrate key concepts and functionality described in the grant proposal.

Key MVP Components Needed

1. User-Facing Applications

Mobile Application for Vehicle Reservations

• Purpose: Allow users to browse, reserve, and manage EV rentals
• Core Features:
  • User registration and authentication
  • Vehicle browsing and filtering
  • Reservation system with calendar integration
  • Payment simulation
  • Vehicle status tracking
  • Trip planning with charging stops

Charging Hub Interface

• Purpose: Demonstrate the user experience at charging hubs
• Core Features:
  • Charging station status and availability
  • User authentication for charging access
  • Payment processing simulation
  • Energy usage tracking
  • Lounge services information

2. Backend Management Systems

Fleet Management Dashboard

• Purpose: Showcase how Unity Fleet manages vehicle operations
• Core Features:
  • Vehicle tracking and status monitoring
  • Maintenance scheduling
  • Utilization analytics
  • Battery health monitoring
  • Route optimization

Charging Infrastructure Management

• Purpose: Demonstrate management of charging network
• Core Features:
  • Charging station status monitoring
  • Energy usage analytics
  • Grid integration simulation
  • Maintenance tracking
  • Demand forecasting

3. Technology Integration Demonstrations

Solar and Battery Integration

• Purpose: Show how renewable energy powers the charging infrastructure
• Core Features:
  • Solar generation simulation
  • Battery storage management
  • Grid interaction modeling
  • Energy flow visualization
  • Optimization algorithms

Autonomous Vehicle Features

• Purpose: Demonstrate autonomous capabilities for fleet management
• Core Features:
  • Vehicle repositioning simulation
  • Autonomous charging demonstration
  • Safety protocol visualization
  • Remote monitoring interface

4. Financial and Business Models

Subscription Management System

• Purpose: Showcase the subscription business model
• Core Features:
  • Subscription tier management
  • Billing simulation
  • Usage tracking
  • Customer analytics
  • Upgrade/downgrade pathways

Tokenization Demonstration

• Purpose: Illustrate the ChainLink tokenization concept
• Core Features:
  • Token allocation visualization
  • Asset ownership representation
  • Value tracking simulation
  • Transaction demonstration
  • Stakeholder dashboard

Technical Requirements

Development Platforms

• Web applications for dashboards and management interfaces
• Mobile application prototypes (responsive web or native)
• Data visualization tools for analytics and monitoring
• Simulation environments for energy and autonomous systems

Integration Points

• Authentication systems across all platforms
• Data sharing between fleet and charging management
• Energy management integration with fleet operations
• Financial systems connection to operational platforms

User Experience Considerations

• Consistent branding across all interfaces
• Intuitive navigation and information architecture
• Clear visualization of complex data
• Accessibility for diverse users
• Mobile-first design for user-facing applications

Demonstration Requirements

Interactive Demos

• Live demonstrations of reservation process
• Real-time monitoring of simulated fleet operations
• Interactive energy flow visualizations
• Walkthrough of subscription management

Visual Materials

• System architecture diagrams
• User journey maps
• Financial model visualizations
• Geographic deployment maps
• Technology integration schematics

Priority Assessment

Highest Priority MVPs (Essential for Grant Demonstration)

1. Mobile Application for Vehicle Reservations
2. Charging Hub Interface
3. Fleet Management Dashboard
4. Subscription Management System

Secondary Priority (Valuable for Comprehensive Understanding)

1. Charging Infrastructure Management
2. Solar and Battery Integration
3. Tokenization Demonstration

Future Development (Post-Grant Approval)

1. Autonomous Vehicle Features
2. Advanced Analytics Platforms
3. Full Integration Testing Environment

Development Approach

The development of these MVPs should follow these principles:

• Focus on visual impact and user experience
• Use simulated data where real-time data isn't available
• Prioritize demonstrating concepts over full functionality
• Create modular components that can be expanded later
• Ensure all demonstrations align with grant proposal claims
• Balance technical accuracy with accessibility for non-technical reviewers

This analysis provides the foundation for identifying which specific components to build as MVPs and working models in the next phase of the project.