Using GPS Data to Generate Context for Artisan Products
People buy Fair-Trade because they love holding a uniquely handcrafted item made by an artisan who received a fair wage.
The story of Anou- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xquR19Ms2R4
Challenge
Artisans on Anou operate their own store, but technology must help create the context for their online presence. GPS location is not a helpful piece of information by itself, but with it, we can use public data to create a story about that location in a way people will emotionally connect with.
Assets
Tom Discussing Challenge – http://youtu.be/YzjmlJhbY8Q
Email from Tom on web framework – https://www.dropbox.com/sh/jdmlsvljwj3ai6g/piecNhxJWP
Anou Website: http://www.theanou.com/
Technical Director Tom’s Email: tom@theanou.com
Founder Dan’s Email: Dan@theanou.com