Case Study: Street Photography International (SPI) Photographic Awards - Submission System

Introduction

Client: Street Photography International (SPI)
Project Name: Photographic Submission System
Industry: Photography

Overview

Street Photography International (SPI) approached Isoblue to build a photographic submission system for their annual competition, sponsored by Leica and Olympus. The system needed to allow photographers to create online accounts, upload batches of submissions, and handle e-commerce transactions for each submission. Additionally, the platform had to support judges in reviewing submissions and creating shortlists for various categories. The project required a quick turnaround to meet the competition deadlines.

Objectives

1. Build an online photographic submission system.
2. Implement e-commerce functionality for submission fees.
3. Provide a platform for judges to review and shortlist submissions.

Challenges

• Complex Process: Simplifying the submission and judging process.
• E-commerce Integration: Handling payments for each photograph submission.
• Quick Turnaround: Completing the design and development at short notice.

Solution

Technology Used:

• Knack for Photographic Submission System

Services Provided:

• Requirements Analysis: Detailed assessment of SPI’s needs.
• Data Structure Design: Creating an efficient and secure data structure.
• Front End Development: Building an intuitive user interface for photographers and judges.
• E-commerce Integration: Implementing a system to handle submission fees.
• Knack Design, Development, and Implementation: Developing and implementing the Knack system.
• System Implementation: Deploying the system to meet the competition deadlines.

Results

• Simplified Submission Process: Photographers could easily create accounts, upload submissions, and pay fees online.
• Efficient Judging Platform: Judges could log in, review submissions, and create shortlists effectively.
• Quick Turnaround: The system was designed and developed quickly to meet the competition’s tight schedule.

Impact

The new photographic submission system streamlined the entire competition process for SPI, making it easier for photographers to participate and for judges to manage submissions. The e-commerce integration ensured smooth handling of submission fees, while the intuitive design allowed non-technical system managers to operate the platform efficiently. The successful implementation at short notice demonstrated Isoblue’s capability to deliver complex projects under tight deadlines.

Conclusion

The Photographic Submission System project for Street Photography International (SPI) showcases Isoblue’s expertise in developing user-friendly and efficient digital solutions. By leveraging Knack, we created a robust platform that simplified a complex process, supported by e-commerce functionality and intuitive design. The project’s success highlights our ability to meet tight deadlines while delivering high-quality solutions.