Case Study

IAAE Impact Barometer

A web-based impact reporting portal that helps Enterprise & Supplier Development programmes monitor SMME performance through structured profiles, monthly and quarterly reporting, and analytics dashboards.

Client

I Am an Entrepreneur (IAAE)

Category

Impact reporting web app

Technologies

Python, Django, HTML/CSS, JS

Services

Product design, data visualisation, web app development

Client Website Build an Impact Portal
IAAE Impact Barometer Dashboard

Detailed Description

The client required a web portal to support the monitoring and evaluation of Enterprise Supplier Development (ESD) SMMEs. Participating businesses needed to create online profiles and submit monthly and quarterly performance reports.

The IAAE Impact Barometer centralises this information in a single platform, making it easier for programme administrators to track progress, measure impact, and generate insight-rich reports for stakeholders.

Application Capabilities

The solution provides the core capabilities required for an ESD impact portal:

  • SMME self-service profiles – beneficiaries can create and manage their own business and user profiles.
  • Structured monthly and quarterly reporting of business performance metrics.
  • Analytics on submitted reports to surface trends, performance, and risk.
  • System-generated emails to keep participants updated and prompt submissions.
  • Admin access for ESD programme managers to oversee all SMMEs and reports.

Web Application Features

Key features implemented in the IAAE Impact Barometer include:

  1. SMME onboarding & profiles – SMMEs register, log in, and maintain their company information, contact details, and programme status.
  2. Impact analytics – Visual dashboards for administrators to analyse monthly report data across cohorts and time periods.
  3. System email notifications – Automated reminders and updates sent to SMMEs at important reporting milestones.
  4. Admin portal – Secure back-office interface for ESD programme administrators to review submissions, export data, and generate reports.
  5. Reporting functionality – Downloadable and on-screen reports that summarise programme performance for management and funders.