Business Location:

India

Business Size:

Medium-Sized Enterprise

Industry:

Agriculture

So what we did for them?

Services Provided

IT Consulting Services

Expert advice on technology strategies and infrastructure to enhance business efficiency.

Software Development

Tailored digital solution designed to enhance farming efficiency through smart technology integration.

Mobile App Development

Built an Android and iOS app for booking drone services for crop monitoring and fertilization.

Website Development

Created a backend dashboard to manage drone operations and live scheduling effectively.

Who are they?

What is Chirag Connect ?

Chirag Connect is an innovative digital platform that brings precision agriculture to the forefront by enabling farmers to seamlessly book drone services. Built with a focus on accessibility, the platform simplifies the process of hiring drones for essential farming operations such as crop health analysis, targeted fertilization, and pesticide spraying. This helps improve agricultural output while minimizing resource wastage.

Designed for both mobile and web, the solution ensures ease of use through a multi-language interface and secure, real-time service tracking. By integrating automated workflows and data-driven insights, Chirag Connect empowers farming communities to adopt smarter cultivation practices.

This project reflects our commitment to modern agricultural transformation and adds to our growing software development portfolio. It also highlights a successful Colladome tech project delivery—bridging traditional farming with next-gen technology.

So what is wrong with this industry ?

So what is wrong with this industry ?

Limited Access to Drone Services

Many farmers struggle with integrating drone technology into their farming processes due to a lack of accessibility and technical knowledge.

Operational Inefficiencies

Manual scheduling of drones often leads to delays, mismanagement, and inefficiencies in service delivery.

Data Management Issues

Farmers require real-time insights but lack an easy-to-use analytical tool for tracking crop health and farm conditions.

Scalability Concerns

Current tools often lack cost-effective and scalable features suited for small to mid-sized farms.

so how did we handle that ?

Colladome’s Project Management Process

01

Scoping

Identified project requirements, user personas, and platform goals to create a clear development roadmap and reduce challenges.

02

Wireframing

Created user journey maps and mockups to design an intuitive user experience before development.

03

Database Architecture

Designed a scalable, secure relational database for efficient data storage and management.

04

Design (UI/UX)

Developed a user-friendly interface to enhance accessibility and engagement on web and mobile.

05

Development

Implemented frontend, backend, and database features for smooth user interaction.

06

Testing

Performed thorough testing at multiple stages to validate system reliability, data protection, and seamless performance.

what and how to code ?

Technology Stack

Flutter

It supports cross-platform development with an interactive widget and quick testing.

Cross Platform: Consistent user experience across both mobile and web applications.

Expressive User Interfaces: Facilitates the creation of visually appealing, interactive designs for better user engagement and experience.

Rapid Prototyping: The hot reload feature enables developers to instantly view updates, speeding up the development cycle.

Scalable Framework: Supports scaling for applications across multiple platforms, efficiently managing increased user demand.

MERN Stack

Built using the MERN stack to deliver a robust and scalable end-to-end web application.

MongoDB: A flexible NoSQL database for handling large datasets with ease.

Express.js:  A reliable backend with real-time features.

React: Helps craft flexible front-end layouts with smooth navigation and real-time responsiveness.

Node.js: Efficiently handles multiple requests for optimal performance.

Security & Access: Features role-specific permissions with encrypted data safeguards to ensure secure operations.

Google Maps Services

Provides powerful mapping and location-based solutions to enhance user experience, improve navigation, and enable real-time geospatial insights.

Location-Based Features: Enables real-time location tracking and mapping functionalities within the platform.

Seamless Navigation: Provides interactive maps for enhanced user experience and spatial understanding.

Geospatial Data Integration: Supports geolocation-based content and personalized recommendations.

Customizable Map APIs: Allows integration of tailored mapping solutions for various use cases.

so how does it look ?

Solution

End users who utilize the platform to request drone services, track their usage, and analyze crop health data.

  • Booking Management: Farmers can schedule drone services for specific dates and locations through an intuitive interface.
  • Real-Time Tracking: Provides live updates on drone activity, including flight path, progress, and estimated completion time.
  • Analytics Dashboard:  Displays detailed crop health reports based on drone-collected data, helping farmers make informed decisions.
  • Payment Integration: Supports secure digital payments, allowing farmers to pay for drone services using multiple payment methods.
  • Payment Integration: Supports secure digital payments, allowing farmers to pay for drone services using multiple payment methods.

Platform operators responsible for managing drone operations, user accounts, and service efficiency.

  • User Management: Admins can register farmers, manage access permissions, and monitor user activity.
  • Drone Fleet Management: Assigns drones to service requests based on availability and operational efficiency.
  • Operational Dashboard: Displays real-time insights into active bookings, drone deployment, and service efficiency.
  • Data Insights and Reports: Generates analytical reports on drone usage, service demand, and agricultural trends for decision-making.
  • Payment Processing: Tracks revenue, oversees transactions, and ensures smooth financial operations.

Platform operators responsible for managing drone operations, user accounts, and service efficiency.

  • User Management: Admins can register farmers, manage access permissions, and monitor user activity.
  • Drone Fleet Management: Assigns drones to service requests based on availability and operational efficiency.
  • Operational Dashboard: Displays real-time insights into active bookings, drone deployment, and service efficiency.
  • Data Insights and Reports: Generates analytical reports on drone usage, service demand, and agricultural trends for decision-making.
  • Payment Processing: Tracks revenue, oversees transactions, and ensures smooth financial operations.
Tab 3 Content
Farmers

End users who utilize the platform to request drone services, track their usage, and analyze crop health data.

  • Booking Management: Farmers can schedule drone services for specific dates and locations through an intuitive interface.
  • Real-Time Tracking: Provides live updates on drone activity, including flight path, progress, and estimated completion time.
  • Analytics Dashboard:  Displays detailed crop health reports based on drone-collected data, helping farmers make informed decisions.
  • Payment Integration: Supports secure digital payments, allowing farmers to pay for drone services using multiple payment methods.
  • Payment Integration: Supports secure digital payments, allowing farmers to pay for drone services using multiple payment methods.
Admin

Platform operators responsible for managing drone operations, user accounts, and service efficiency.

  • User Management: Admins can register farmers, manage access permissions, and monitor user activity.
  • Drone Fleet Management: Assigns drones to service requests based on availability and operational efficiency.
  • Operational Dashboard: Displays real-time insights into active bookings, drone deployment, and service efficiency.
  • Data Insights and Reports: Generates analytical reports on drone usage, service demand, and agricultural trends for decision-making.
  • Payment Processing: Tracks revenue, oversees transactions, and ensures smooth financial operations.

Good so far, so what ?

Business Impact/Results

Expanded Reach to 500+ Farmers in First 6 Months

Rapid adoption in rural areas made drone technology more accessible to farmers.

95% Customer Satisfaction Rate

Farmers appreciated the platform’s ease of use, reliability, and real-time service updates.

40% Increase in Productivity

Automated crop monitoring reduced manual labor and improved farm management efficiency.

Reduced Pesticide Usage by 30%

Targeted spraying significantly cut chemical use and environmental waste.

Anything in your mind ?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

General FAQs

A drone-based crop monitoring system uses aerial imaging and AI-powered analysis to assess crop health, detect diseases, and optimize resource usage, leading to improved yields and farm efficiency.

Farmers can book drone services through a user-friendly mobile or web application, selecting their desired service, scheduling a time, and receiving real-time updates on drone activity.

Drones enable high-precision crop monitoring, optimize pesticide and fertilizer usage, reduce labor costs, and provide real-time insights into soil health, improving overall farm productivity.

Technology FAQs

A digital platform simplifies drone service bookings by allowing farmers to schedule, track, and analyze drone operations in real time, increasing accessibility and operational efficiency.

Most platforms use React Native for mobile apps, ReactJS for web interfaces, Node.js for backend processing, and PostgreSQL for secure data storage.

Automation minimizes manual intervention, optimizes fleet management, and reduces delays, ensuring seamless drone deployment for agricultural tasks.

Data Security and Performance FAQs

User data is secured using JWT authentication, advanced encryption protocols, and strict access control policies to prevent unauthorized access.

Key challenges include limited access for small farmers, lack of technical knowledge, regulatory constraints, and high initial investment costs.

Automation minimizes manual intervention, optimizes fleet management, and reduces delays, ensuring seamless drone deployment for agricultural tasks.

Business and Industry FAQs

Key challenges include limited access for small farmers, lack of technical knowledge, regulatory constraints, and high initial investment costs.

Drones precisely identify affected areas, enabling targeted pesticide application, which minimizes chemical wastage and reduces environmental impact.

A data-driven dashboard provides insights into crop health, disease patterns, and soil conditions, allowing farmers to make informed decisions for better yields.

Scalability and Business Impact FAQs

Cloud-based infrastructure, scalable databases, and optimized backend processing allow seamless expansion to accommodate a growing number of users.

Drones reduce manual labor, provide real-time farm data for better decision-making, and enhance crop yield, fostering sustainable and efficient farming.

Upcoming trends include AI-powered disease detection, automated drone fleets, IoT sensor integration, and advanced data analytics for precision farming.

Anyway, that’s the bottom line!

Conclusion

The Chirag Connect App successfully addressed the challenges of drone accessibility and operational inefficiencies in agriculture. By providing farmers with an intuitive platform to book drone services, monitor crops, and optimize agricultural practices, the project delivered significant value, improving productivity and sustainability in farming. Chirag Connect stands as a game-changer in precision farming, enabling farmers to leverage technology for smarter agricultural decisions.

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