Overview

Senzi is a full-featured dropshipping platform designed specifically for the Libyan market. It empowers users to browse and import products directly from Chinese e-commerce giants 1688 and Taobao. The platform offers both an admin and user panel for streamlined operations. Built using modern technologies such as Next.js, Express, MongoDB, and React-Bootstrap, Senzi provides a seamless experience for store owners and individual resellers looking to source products globally.

Problem Statement

Cross-border dropshipping in Libya faces several challenges, especially for individual resellers or small businesses. These include:

• Difficulty accessing and navigating Chinese platforms due to language and logistical barriers

• Lack of a centralized system to manage orders and products from suppliers like 1688 and Taobao

• No localized platform to handle manual payments or provide user support

• Limited tools for administrators to manage and process user orders efficiently

Senzi was created to address these gaps and offer a smooth, localized solution for product sourcing and dropshipping.

Key Features

• Product Search from 1688 and Taobao: - Users can search products directly from within the platform. - Simplifies access to the Chinese supplier market.

• Manual Payment System: - Orders are initially processed with manual payment handling. - Admins track and verify payments before forwarding orders.

• Admin Panel: - Admins manage users, view and process orders, and oversee platform content. - Built with React-Bootstrap for clean and responsive UI.

• User Dashboard: - Users can search products, place orders, and view their order history. - Responsive and intuitive design tailored to Arabic-speaking users.

Technical Implementation

Frontend: Next.js with React-Bootstrap for responsive and server-side rendered UI.

Backend: Express.js for API routing, request handling, and user management logic.

Database: MongoDB for flexible document storage and scalability.

Security & Scalability

• All API endpoints are protected using authentication middleware.

• Manual review of each order ensures legitimacy in absence of automated payment flow.

• MongoDB's document model enables smooth scaling as product and order data grow.