2️Phase 2 - MVP Development

Development of the desktop application prototype

We need to focus on the core functionalities that will fulfill the primary needs of our target users while also being feasible to develop within your time and resource constraints. The goal is to build a solid foundation that effectively demonstrates the value of your product, gather user feedback, and iterate.

Here’s a suggested list of features to include in the MVP of Intracom:

Essential MVP Features for Intracom

1. Basic Messaging

• Functionality: Enable users to send and receive text messages in real-time within channels or direct messages.

• Reasoning: This is the fundamental feature of any communication tool, essential for ensuring basic user engagement and testing the core purpose of the app.

2. Channel Management

• Functionality: Allow users to create, join, and manage channels. Include basic permissions to control access.

• Reasoning: Channels are key to organizing conversations and enabling users to separate discussions by topic or project, which is crucial for user adoption in any collaborative environment.

3. File Sharing

• Functionality: Users can upload and share files within channels or direct messages, with basic file management like viewing and downloading.

• Reasoning: Sharing documents and other files is critical for collaboration, making this feature necessary to meet basic user expectations for a communication platform.

4. Basic Search Functionality

• Functionality: Search for messages and files within channels.

• Reasoning: As users begin to use the platform more extensively, the ability to quickly find past conversations and documents becomes essential to maintain productivity.

5. User and Channel Settings

• Functionality: Basic settings that allow users to configure their profiles and channel preferences, such as notifications and theme selection (light/dark mode).

• Reasoning: Provides a degree of personalization and control, enhancing user satisfaction without requiring extensive development resources.

6. Desktop Notifications

• Functionality: Notify users of new messages and mentions while they are not actively using the application.

• Reasoning: Keeps users engaged and responsive, an essential component for a communication tool aimed at promoting timely interactions.

By focusing on these core features for the MVP, we can efficiently test the market fit, understand user behavior, and gather valuable feedback that will inform more detailed features and enhancements in later versions.