The WhereU App Helps Users Find Black-Owned Businesses
Rahul Kalvapalle — May 12, 2016 — Tech
References: accessatlanta
'WhereU Came From' is an innovative new smartphone app, developed by Dr. Dionne Mahaffey, that is designed to make it easier than ever for people to find black-owned businesses in their area.
The app, which is available for free download and works with both Apple and Android devices, takes advantage of a meticulously compiled database of businesses that are owned by black entrepreneurs. The app's listings are organized in such a way that users can easily find eligible businesses, regardless of what kind of products and services they are searching for.
This app makes for a great way for people to support black-owned businesses, and ensures that their intentions are translated into actions through the kind of convenience that only a smartphone app like 'WhereU Came From' can provide.
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The app, which is available for free download and works with both Apple and Android devices, takes advantage of a meticulously compiled database of businesses that are owned by black entrepreneurs. The app's listings are organized in such a way that users can easily find eligible businesses, regardless of what kind of products and services they are searching for.
This app makes for a great way for people to support black-owned businesses, and ensures that their intentions are translated into actions through the kind of convenience that only a smartphone app like 'WhereU Came From' can provide.
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Trend Themes
1. Black-owned Business Support Apps - The growing demand for supporting black-owned businesses and connecting users to them has created opportunities for the development of apps that increase this accessibility and convenience.
2. Curated Business Database - Compiling a carefully selected database of businesses owned by black entrepreneurs can be an innovative way to provide necessary resources to consumers, while also supporting underrepresented business owners.
3. Convenience Focused Apps - There is a growing demand for apps that prioritize speed, convenience, and ease of use when connecting consumers with businesses, creating opportunities for streamlined solutions through technology.
Industry Implications
1. App Development - As the demand for apps that connect consumers to black-owned businesses grows, the app development industry has opportunities to create unique solutions to this problem.
2. Small Business Support Services - The development of apps that support small, black-owned businesses can complement existing business services and provide new opportunities for growth and expansion.
3. E-commerce - As more consumers turn to online shopping, e-commerce platforms can leverage this trend by providing easy access to black-owned businesses through convenient and user-friendly interfaces.
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