MultiOpCo - Prototype Marketplaces

[jjeroch]

Description

*note this is only a simplification of the actual needed implementation

Feature Description: Cross-Operator Marketplace Registry

Abstract

Develop a centralized registry system that facilitates the syndication of app and service provider listings across multiple marketplace platforms operated by different companies. This registry will allow providers to register their offering once and opt-in to distribute their listings across partnered marketplaces, thereby broadening their reach without the need for multiple registrations.

Key Components

1. Central Registry Database

   • A robust, scalable database to store provider offerings and pertinent metadata.
   • It should support high availability and ensure data consistency across different marketplace platforms.

2. Provider Registration Portal

   • A user interface for app and service providers to register their offerings.
   • Providers can manage their listings and select the marketplaces for syndication.

3. Marketplace Integration API

   • A set of APIs enabling marketplace platforms to fetch offerings from the central registry.
   • Includes authentication and authorization measures to ensure secure data access.

4. Syndication Configuration

   • A feature for providers to configure the scope of syndication, i.e., which marketplaces or geographical locations they want to target.
   • Includes options for automatic or manual approval of syndicated listings on the destination marketplaces.

5. Data Standardization Module

   • Ensures that the information provided by the service providers conforms to a standard format, facilitating interoperability across different marketplaces.

6. Cross-Marketplace Search Engine

   • A search functionality that allows customers to search for offerings across all registered marketplaces.
   • Can be integrated within each marketplace or made available as a standalone feature.

Benefits

• Extended Reach for Providers: By opting into syndication, providers can reach a wider audience without the need for multiple registrations.

• Consistent Information: Centralized updates ensure that changes to the offerings are reflected across all subscribed marketplaces.

• Reduced Overhead: Marketplaces and providers save on the cost and effort associated with managing listings on multiple platforms.

• Enhanced Discoverability: Customers benefit from a diverse set of offerings and a unified search experience.

Implementation Steps

1. Define Data Standards: Agree on a common data format and standards for listing information to ensure compatibility.

2. Develop Central Registry: Build the central registry infrastructure, including database, provider portal, and APIs.

3. Integrate with Marketplaces: Work with marketplace operators to integrate the registry’s APIs into their platforms.

4. Monitoring & Compliance: Set up systems to monitor the usage and ensure compliance with syndication rules and regulations.

Standard Impact

• standardization necessary (not a "must" but a "can")

Cross product dependencies

n/a - internal development

Additional information

• [ ] I'm willing to contribute to this feature

[jjeroch]

Currently no implementation plan defined; likely something which could be developed by an CSP or App Provider as contribution