Event Raffle Management SaaS with QR & SMS Entry
The user is looking for a specific type of raffle application that streamlines event participation: scanning a QR code, entering a phone number, and then a random winner being pulled. This highlights a need for a modern, mobile-first, and easy-to-use raffle management system for physical events or promotions that goes beyond generic online giveaway tools.
Product Idea:
- QR-Code Driven Raffle Platform: A web-based SaaS where event organizers (e.g., small businesses, non-profits, event planners) can easily set up a raffle. The platform generates a unique, customizable QR code for the event.
- Mobile Entry & Data Capture: Participants scan the QR code with their smartphone, which directs them to a branded, mobile-friendly landing page to enter their phone number (and optional other details like name, email). Entries are securely stored.
- Automated & Verifiable Drawing: At a pre-set time or with a manual trigger, the system conducts a truly random draw. The winner is automatically notified via SMS, and the organizer receives an alert with winner details. The drawing process should be transparent and verifiable.
- Organizer Dashboard: Provides a dashboard for managing multiple raffles, tracking real-time entry counts, viewing participant lists, customizing entry forms, and exporting data for post-event analysis or marketing.
Expected Benefits/Market: This SaaS would be highly valuable for local businesses running promotions (e.g., restaurant giveaways, retail contests), community organizations hosting fundraisers, trade show booths collecting leads, or any event needing a simple and engaging way to run a raffle. It simplifies the entry process for participants and automates management for organizers. Monetization could be a per-raffle fee, tiered subscription based on the number of participants or active raffles, or package deals for event companies.