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Product Roadmap

This roadmap outlines the development phases for the Visita Intelligence Platform, from our current Phase 1 MVP through future enhancements.

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Phase 1: Current MVP

Status: ✅ Available Now Phase 1 focuses on core civic intelligence and awareness features that provide immediate value to ward residents.

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🎯 Core Capabilities

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Ward Intelligence

• Ward Identification: Automatic location detection and ward assignment
• Geolocation Services: Precise ward boundary mapping and location context
• Ward Context: Real-time understanding of your local area

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Weather Intelligence

• Weather Integration: Live weather data for your ward
• Weather Alerts: Critical weather warnings and notifications
• Rain Patterns: Precipitation tracking and forecasting

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Business Directory (Read-only)

• Basic Listings: Search and browse local businesses
• Map Integration: Visual business location display
• Category Filtering: Find businesses by service type

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Signal Reporting

• Weather Signals: Report local weather conditions
• Safety Signals: Report safety concerns and incidents
• Community Observations: Share local intelligence

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Authentication

• User Registration: Create your account
• Secure Login: Multi-factor authentication support
• Profile Management: Basic user profiles

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📊 What’s Stable

All Phase 1 features are:

• ✅ Fully implemented and tested
• ✅ Production-ready
• ✅ Actively maintained
• ✅ Covered by documentation

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Phase 2: Next Steps

Status: 🚧 In Development Phase 2 expands on Phase 1 with enhanced community engagement and economic features.

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🎯 Planned Features

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Seller Dashboard

• Business registration and profile management
• Listing creation and management tools
• Performance analytics and insights

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Marketplace

• Products: Buy and sell physical goods locally
• Services: Offer and book local services
• Transactions: Secure payment processing
• Reviews: Community feedback and ratings

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Community Action

• Projects: Propose and organize ward initiatives
• Pledges: Community commitment and support tracking
• Donations: Direct financial support for projects
• Progress Tracking: Monitor project development

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Enhanced Business Features

• Business Profiles: Rich, detailed business information
• Service Listings: Detailed service descriptions and pricing
• Booking System: Appointment scheduling
• Communication Tools: Direct business-customer messaging

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📅 Expected Timeline

Phase 2 development is ongoing with features rolling out incrementally throughout 2026.

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Phase 3: Future Vision

Status: 📋 Planned Phase 3 introduces advanced governance and civic economy features for comprehensive community participation.

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🎯 Future Features

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Governance System

• Voting Mechanisms: Secure digital voting on ward matters
• Consensus Building: Structured discussions and decision-making
• Project Governance: Community oversight of initiatives
• Councillor Engagement: Direct communication with representatives

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Civic Economy

• Shukrands Currency: Ward-specific loyalty and exchange system
• Tender Intelligence: Community input on procurement decisions
• Economic Analytics: Track local economic activity
• Circular Economy: Support local economic loops

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Advanced AI Features

• Intelligent Summaries: AI-powered ward intelligence briefings
• Pattern Analysis: Automated trend detection and explanation
• Predictive Insights: Proactive community intelligence
• Natural Language Query: Conversational data exploration

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Councillor Tools

• Official Dashboards: Dedicated interface for elected officials
• Escalation Management: Streamlined issue resolution workflows
• Broadcast Tools: Direct communication with constituents
• Mandate Tracking: Monitor campaign promises and deliverables

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📅 Long-term Vision

Phase 3 represents our complete vision for civic intelligence and participation. Development will align with community needs and platform adoption.

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Version History

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Current Version: 16.1.0

• Release Date: December 2025
• Phase: Phase 1 MVP
• Status: Stable Production

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Previous Major Versions

• 15.x: Pre-MVP development and testing
• 14.x: Foundation architecture and core infrastructure

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Feature Status Legend

• ✅ Available: Feature is live and fully supported
• 🚧 In Development: Feature is being actively built
• 📋 Planned: Feature is on the roadmap but not yet started
• 🔄 Beta: Feature is in testing with limited availability

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Feedback & Contributions

Your input helps shape our roadmap! We prioritize features based on:

• Community Demand: What users need most
• Civic Impact: Potential for positive community change
• Technical Feasibility: Resources and timeline considerations
• Strategic Alignment: Fit with our mission and values

How to contribute:

• Share feedback via GitHub Issues
• Join discussions in our community forums
• Propose features that align with our mission

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Questions?

What if I need a Phase 2 or 3 feature now? Some features may be available in beta or can be prioritized based on community need. Contact us to discuss your requirements. How do I know when new features are released?

• Subscribe to our release announcements
• Follow our GitHub repository
• Check our changelog for updates

Can I influence the roadmap? Absolutely! We’re building this platform for the community. Your feedback and use cases directly influence our priorities.

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Ready to get started? Check out our Quickstart Guide to begin using Phase 1 features today!