StreetPulse HK – Travel Buddy App
Feature Proposal
Scope of Features · Development Options · Budget & Operational Overview
Presented by: MASGARTI – Tech · Trade · Transformation
Who We Are: MASGARTI
MASGARTI at a Glance
  • 10+ years, 100+ projects delivered globally
  • HQ in Hong Kong; Delivery centers in India; Ops in Gibraltar
  • 800+ tech resources across 12+ companies (group strength)
  • Expertise in AI-first, cloud-native, secure development
End-to-End IT Partner
Services: Business Analysis → UX/UI Design → Architecture → Development → DevOps → Support
Proven track record building SaaS platforms, mobile apps, and AI solutions. Agile and outcome-driven with focus on quick MVPs and iterative growth.
StreetPulse HK Vision & Opportunity
What is StreetPulse HK?
An all-in-one Travel Buddy app for exploring Hong Kong. Combines cultural discovery, gamified tours, and local insights.
Market Opportunity
Travelers seek authentic experiences beyond tourist traps. Hong Kong lacks a unified platform blending guide, game, and concierge.
Why Now?
Gamification boosts engagement. AI-powered itineraries cater to personal interests. Support local businesses and heritage through tech.
Key Modules & Features
StreetPulse HK – Core Modules Overview
Discovery & Maps
Find must-see spots and hidden gems by location and category
Gamification & Rewards
Interactive challenges, check-ins, badges, points, and levels
AI Itinerary Planner
Smart trip planning and on-trip Q&A via AI assistant
AR/MR Experiences
Immersive AR overlays; foundation for MR/VR at select sites
Local Business Portal
HK businesses can list venues and offers, expanding local content
Booking & Commerce
Integrations with tours, transport, and dining
Connectivity Add-on
In-app purchase of HK data/eSIM plans
Safety & Essentials
Emergency contacts, language help, cultural tips, weather alerts
Option 1: StreetPulse POC
Proof of Concept – Validate & Learn
Core Features (POC Scope)
  • Basic Discovery: Pre-loaded key HK locations with descriptions, photos, and simple map view
  • Simple Gamification: Check-in at locations to earn points; one sample quest trail
  • Introductory Itinerary: Static sample itinerary or simple rule-based generator
  • Minimal Profile: Easy sign-up with profile to save points and bookmarked places
  • User Feedback Loop: In-app survey for early users
Excluded / Mocked in POC
AR features, AI chatbot, real-time bookings, and business portal shown conceptually only.
HK$15K
Budget
Approx. US$ 1,900
20
Working Days
Post design sign-off
POC Goal: Deliver tangible app prototype quickly for demos and user testing at minimal cost.
Option 2: Full MVP
Revenue-Ready Version
Full-featured MVP ready for public launch, designed to generate initial traction and revenue. Includes everything in POC, plus advanced capabilities across all modules.
1
Expanded Discovery
Full HK points-of-interest database with Google Maps API, search, filters, and nearby sorting
2
Advanced Gamification
Dozens of check-in locations, multiple quest trails, leveling system, themed badges, leaderboard, anti-cheating via GPS/QR
3
AI Travel Assistant
Integrated chatbot for Q&A, AI-powered itinerary generator, translation helper for menus and signs
4
Interactive AR Trials
AR experiences at select spots with historical overlays and AR locator mode for nearby StreetPulse spots
5
Business Portal & Monetization
Local business submission portal, affiliate booking integrations, in-app eSIM purchase, premium features groundwork
6
Polished UI & Admin
Bilingual UI (English/中文), professional branding, back-end dashboard for content and analytics
MVP Investment & Timeline
HK$55-65K
Budget Range
Approx. US$ 7,000 – 8,500
45
Working Days
Post design sign-off
MVP Goal
Launch-ready, comprehensive app combining gamification, AI, AR, bookings, and connectivity for Hong Kong travel. Revenue-generating from day one with multiple monetization streams.
Third-Party & Ongoing Costs
Development Approach
UX/UI Design
Figma prototypes and design system
Agile Development
Iterative sprints with regular demos
Testing & QA
Quality assurance and user testing
Launch & Support
App store submission and monitoring
Client Involvement & Governance
Content Partnership
StreetPulse team provides locations, stories, and cultural notes to ensure authentic Hong Kong experiences
Joint Reviews
Regular sprint reviews and milestone check-ins to align on priorities and roadmap direction
Clear Decision Points
Confirm POC scope → Validate POC learnings → Confirm MVP feature set and phasing
Two-Phase Engagement Path
1
Phase 1: POC
Build and ship concept app for internal use, pilot groups, and stakeholders. Validate core assumptions.
Duration: ~1 month active development
2
Phase 2: Full MVP
Extend POC codebase with advanced modules: AI, AR, Business Portal, eSIM, Admin, Analytics.
Duration: ~2.5 months active development
3
Launch & Scale
App store launch, user acquisition, monitoring, quick fixes, and guidance on scaling infrastructure.
Ongoing: Post-launch support
Quality & Security Commitment
Architecture Excellence
  • Scalable, maintainable codebase
  • Cloud-native infrastructure
  • Microservices where appropriate
  • API-first design for flexibility
Security Best Practices
  • Secure authentication and authorization
  • Data encryption at rest and in transit
  • GDPR and privacy compliance
  • Regular security audits
Development Standards
  • Code reviews and quality gates
  • Automated testing (unit, integration, E2E)
  • Continuous integration/deployment
  • Performance monitoring and optimization
Documentation
  • Technical architecture documentation
  • API documentation
  • User guides and admin manuals
  • Knowledge transfer sessions
Revenue Streams & Monetization
Affiliate Commissions
Partner with Klook, KKday for tours and tickets. Earn commission on bookings made through the app.
eSIM Sales
In-app purchase of Hong Kong data plans. Revenue-share model with telecom partners.
Business Listings
Premium placement for local businesses. Featured spots and promotional opportunities.
Premium Features
Subscription tier with exclusive content, advanced AR experiences, and ad-free experience.
Success Metrics & KPIs
10K
Target Users
First 6 months post-launch
65%
Engagement Rate
Weekly active users
25%
Quest Completion
Users completing at least one quest
15%
Conversion Rate
Users making bookings or purchases
Additional metrics tracked: Average session duration, check-ins per user, AI assistant usage, AR feature engagement, business partner sign-ups, and customer satisfaction scores.
Let's Build StreetPulse HK Together
Why Partner with MASGARTI?
  • Proven expertise in travel tech and mobile apps
  • Flexible approach from POC to full-scale MVP
  • End-to-end support from concept to launch and beyond
  • Local presence in Hong Kong with global delivery capability
  • Transparent pricing and clear timelines
Next Steps
  1. Review and discuss this proposal
  1. Decide on POC or direct-to-MVP approach
  1. Kick off with design workshops
  1. Begin development and bring StreetPulse HK to life