In our Entrepreneurial Mind subject, we were fortunate to choose our group mates for the entire semester. Our mission involved conducting interviews within Central Mindanao University to comprehend the prevalent issues faced by the community. With a group of six members, we deliberated on our target market and devised questions for the interviews.
The next day, we initiated the interviews, strategically positioning ourselves across various campus locations – the Education Building, CAS Extension building, CAS Main, CAS Annex, and the MAS-AMiCUS Organization, where one of our group mate was a member. Our objective was to interview more than 25 people to ensure a substantial response pool. Ultimately, we collected 60 responses from our participants.
From our findings, we proposed our initial solution: creating an application that consolidates information about boarding houses. This aimed to address the challenges students faced in finding accommodations at the beginning of each semester. In our discussion through Google Meet, we identified a potential drawback—the sustainability of the business in the long term.
Considering this, we pivoted to another solution: designing a bag made of plastic bags to safeguard school supplies from getting wet during heavy rains. Additionally, this solution aimed to address the issue of garbage. However, we encountered difficulties in integrating technology into this idea, leading us to search for a more viable solution.
Recognizing the growing concern about areas on campus lacking street lights, especially making it challenging and unsafe for students during the night or after 7 pm classes, we introduced a 2-in-1 portable gadget. This innovative device, named Lightaser, serves as a handy flashlight and a taser in one. What makes it even more impactful is its incorporation of recycled bottles and plastics as its cover, contributing to environmental sustainability.
In crafting solutions, we not only aim to address immediate challenges but also strive to make a positive impact on the broader community and the environment. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability drives us to create products that not only solve problems but also contribute to a better and safer campus environment.
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