Localization Based Mobile Application for Shopping Malls

Abstract

This paper presents an application that will be used in shopping malls. It is an indoor positioning system (IPS) based mobile application. The main idea is providing a win win situation between the customers and stores. It will be utilized in the store or in front of the store with a check in at the store. Thus, the customer will easily reach many offers, product explanations of the considered store. Also, with visiting the stores the user will collect some reward points that will be used in their next shopping. In the project, main idea is to take advantage of shopping mall visiting of people and usage of smart phones together. The aim is to turn a profit with the mobile application. Also, the project may easily be adapted and work together with a new developing and remarkable transportation systems' solution Electric Vehicles (EVs).