Investment Proposal for PrestaShop-Based E-Commerce Platform
| Document | Offer |
| Author: | LinearB |
| Version: | 1.0 |
| Date: | 18.2.2025 |
1. Project Overview & Investment Rationale
We are seeking investment for the development of a PrestaShop-based E-Commerce Platform aimed at small and medium-sized businesses. This platform will include several key features to enhance security, scalability, and user experience. The goal is to create a modern, competitive solution that can be rapidly adopted in the market, thus providing an attractive return on investment.
Project Scope
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Integrate with a vulnerability scanning tool to automatically detect and report known vulnerabilities
[Feature 010] -
Integrate with version control systems (e.g., Git)
[Feature 023] -
Ensure efficient bug reporting and triage processes
[Feature 081] -
Integration with popular payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Square, Amazon Pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay)
[Feature 192]
Additional details can be found in our Requirements Specification.
2. Objectives, Requirements, and Proposed Solutions
Our objective is to deliver a robust, scalable, and secure platform that meets modern e-commerce demands. We have identified the following core areas:
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Security & Vulnerability Management
Ensuring the platform remains secure by integrating automated scanning and rapid patching. -
Continuous Integration & Deployment (CI/CD)
Streamlined development through Git-based workflows, enabling faster releases and better code quality. -
User-Friendly Payment Experience
Integrations with major payment gateways to improve the checkout experience and accommodate various customer preferences.
3. Development & Release Plan
Below is a high-level schedule to guide our development and release milestones:
- [E1] Project Agreement Signing: 21.02.2025
- [E2] Final Testing Plan Completion: 14.03.2025
- [E3] Trial Operation Launch: 11.04.2025
- [E4] Production Release: 22.04.2025
We will use an Agile Scrumban approach to manage development and ensure continuous feedback loops.
4. Cost Breakdown & Investment Details
Below is the feature-based cost estimation for the platform. All features are deemed essential to achieve market viability and long-term profitability.
Feature Pricing Overview
| Description | In Plan | Priority | Total Hours | Total Work Price | +35% Profit | +VAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FE002 Secure Service Access | YES | P1 | 10 | 630.00 € | 850.50 € | 1,067.38 € |
| FE003 Dockerized Service Production | YES | P1 | 42 | 2,700.00 € | 3,645.00 € | 4,574.48 € |
| FE010 Vulnerability Scanning Integration | YES | P3 | 63 | 4,280.00 € | 5,778.00 € | 7,251.39 € |
| FE023 Version Control Integration (Git) | YES | P3 | 77 | 5,080.00 € | 6,858.00 € | 8,606.79 € |
| FE081 Bug Reporting & Triage | YES | P3 | 73 | 4,860.00 € | 6,561.00 € | 8,234.06 € |
| FE192 Popular Payment Gateways Integration | YES | P1 | 80 | 5,470.00 € | 7,384.50 € | 9,267.55 € |
| Totals | 345 | 23,020.00 € | 31,077.00 € | 39,001.64 € |
Additional Costs
| Category | Cost (€) |
|---|---|
| Cloud Services / Hosting | 360.00 € |
| Third-Party Integrations / APIs | 540.00 € |
| Training & Onboarding | 125.00 € |
| Administrative & Overhead | 720.00 € |
| Contingencies / Buffers (2% of total) | 2,343.00 € |
| Subtotal | 4,088.00 € |
Grand Total
| Item | Amount (€) |
|---|---|
| Total Work Cost | 60,280.00 € |
| Other Costs | 4,088.00 € |
| Profit (35%) | 22,528.80 € |
| Subtotal | 86,896.80 € |
| VAT (25.5%) | 22,158.68 € |
| Total (inc. VAT) | 109,055.48 € |
This total includes:
- 898 estimated working hours
- All software and hardware considerations
- Overheads, training, and a contingency buffer
Proposed Funding Structure
We seek an investment of 109,055.48 € (incl. VAT) to cover development costs. In return, the investor will receive equity or another agreed-upon compensation arrangement that aligns with the project’s revenue projections.
5. Team & Key Contributors
This project will be delivered by LinearB, a dedicated group of developers and designers specializing in e-commerce solutions. Our team has expertise in:
- PrestaShop and other major e-commerce platforms
- DevOps practices (CI/CD, Docker)
- Cybersecurity and vulnerability scanning
- Payment gateway integrations
For further information, please contact:
- Project Manager: Lassi Iiskola
- Email: ac8425@student.jamk.fi
- LinkedIn
6. Additional Considerations
- Communications: Primarily via Discord (Future Factory 2025 - JAMK), secondarily via email.
- Language: English preferred; Finnish also supported by select team members.
- Validity: This investment proposal is valid until 25.02.2025.
- Scope: This proposal is part of a student project at JAMK University of Applied Sciences. While non-binding, the approach and estimates reflect a genuine development process.
Signatures
Date: 21.02.2025
We appreciate your consideration of this investment proposal and look forward to discussing how we can bring a cutting-edge, secure, and scalable PrestaShop platform to market together.