Idea Name: ProtectEye
One liner: A digital platform connecting police officers and protective services professionals to real-time crime and safety alerts in their area.
Target User Persona: Police officers, protective services professionals, and community members looking for increased safety and protection.
User’s Pain Points to Solve:
Lack of access to real-time crime and safety information
Difficulty in efficiently communicating with colleagues and other protective services professionals
Limited ability to track and report on incidents and patrol routes
Main Value Propositions:
Real-time crime and safety alerts
Easy communication with colleagues and other protective services professionals
Tracking and reporting capabilities for incidents and patrol routes
Sales & Marketing Channels:
Partner with police departments and protective services organizations
Advertise through industry publications and events
Utilize social media to connect with potential users
Revenue Stream Sources:
Subscription fees from police departments and protective services organizations
Advertising from industry partners
Cost Structures:
Development and maintenance of platform
Marketing and sales efforts
Key Activities:
Platform development and maintenance
Partner outreach and sales efforts
Customer support and training
Key Resources:
Development team
Marketing and sales team
Customer support team
Key Partners:
Police departments and protective services organizations
Industry partners
Idea Validation Steps:
Conduct market research to understand the needs of police officers and protective services professionals
Test the platform with a small group of users to gather feedback and make improvements
Partner with a few police departments or protective services organizations to pilot the platform and gather further feedback
Estimated 1st Year Cost of Operation: $200,000-$300,000
Potential Business Challenges:
Competition from similar platforms
Limited budget for marketing and sales efforts
Limited adoption from protective services professionals who are resistant to change