ExpoSpice Case Study
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Client
The Open University of Sri Lanka
Industry
Agricultural Technology / Education
Engagement
Full-stack mobile application development
Platforms
Mobile (Android, iOS), Web portal
Project Overview
Developed under Sri Lanka's "Lifelong Learning for Farmers" initiative by the Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL), ExpoSpice empowers export-agriculture stakeholders, closing communication gaps and extending vital tech knowledge to more than 300,000 farming families across 17 districts.
3iTeam International was responsible for designing and developing the complete mobile application ecosystem, ensuring seamless communication between farmers, producers, and agricultural managers across Sri Lanka.
Agricultural Impact
Connecting 300,000+ farming families with vital agricultural knowledge and resources
Mobile-First Platform
Cross-platform mobile solution for Android and iOS with offline capabilities
Nationwide Coverage
Spanning 17 districts across Sri Lanka with localized content
The Challenge
The Open University of Sri Lanka needed a comprehensive digital solution to bridge the communication gap between agricultural stakeholders across the country.
Key challenges included:
- •Reaching farmers in remote areas with limited internet connectivity
- •Supporting multiple user types (farmers, producers, agricultural managers)
- •Providing localized content in multiple languages
- •Ensuring the app works seamlessly on low-end devices
- •Creating an intuitive interface for users with varying tech literacy
- •Delivering educational content and resources effectively
Our Solution
We developed a comprehensive mobile-first platform that connects the entire agricultural ecosystem:
ExpoSpice Mobile App
A comprehensive platform connecting farmers, producers, agricultural managers, government agriculture experts, and field officers with educational resources, best practices, and direct communication channels. The platform features separate login and management systems for agriculture officials to provide expert support.
Key Features for Users:
- •Multi-language support for local accessibility
- •Educational content and materials
- •Chat with government Agriculture officers and experts to solve problems.
- •Weather updates and agricultural advisories
- •Marketplace to buy and sell products
- •Collect essential information to boost government decision making
- •Maintaining a record of physical farming locations
Key Features for Agriculture Officials:
- •Chat with farmers/users and solve their problems online
- •Create and manage user groups
- •Facilitate marketplace actions in groups
Admin Portal
A comprehensive web-based management system designed for system administrators, examiners, and data entry operators to efficiently oversee and control the ExpoSpice platform. The portal enables administrators to create educational content, manage examination processes, monitor student progress, and maintain complete control over all user types within the ecosystem.
Key Features:
- •Content Management: Create, edit, and publish educational articles with rich media support and multi-language capabilities
- •Examination System: Design and deploy comprehensive exams with multiple question types including MCQs, essays, and practical assessments
- •Progress Monitoring: Track student performance across exam modules with detailed analytics and reporting capabilities
- •Automated Grading: Instantly evaluate and assign marks for multiple-choice questions with customizable scoring rules
- •User Management: Comprehensive control over all user types including farmers, agriculture officers, examiners, and administrators with role-based access control
- •Course Administration: Organize educational content into structured courses with assignments and learning paths
- •Data Analytics: Generate insights on platform usage, learning outcomes, and user engagement to inform strategic decisions
Technology Stack
Flutter
Android
iOS
Firebase
Next.js
Node.js
Google MapsImpact & Results
Districts Covered
Farming Families
Access to Information