Proposal for 'NFC-Enabled smartphones with universal NFC-Chip compatibility’

The following 3 posts below are some of the excerpts extracted from my group's proposal.

Executive Summary

Paying for public transportation is not at a top notch technological level in Singapore. Since the Near-Field Communication (NFC) technology has been introduced in 2012 in Singapore, there has not been much progression or usage of it for the convenience of commuters who take public transportation every day. There is a need for SMRT and LTA to implement NFC technology for payment of public transportation. The objective of this proposal is to propose having a minimum standardized NFC chip for all smartphones to allow users to pay for public transport with their NFC enabled smartphones. This will grant users a smarter and efficient way to consolidate all the payment cards into one-unit device – smartphones, which means residents and commuters can pay for public transport with just a wave of their smartphone across an electronic device. NFC enabled smartphone users can make use of NFC technology to pay for other transactions as well such as food, movie tickets and shopping conveniently.

Personal Statement

Being an engineering student has made me be aware of the technological changes that are happening around me. Even though I am fascinated by the advancement of the technology, I feel that there seems to be a missing piece in the puzzle. The usage of smartphone is not utilized to its maximum as users are using their phone just for leisure purposes.  With more phones being launched with NFC capabilities, it paves the way to include services which can probably enhance the user’s way of living. NFC is a revolutionary technology where performing tasks like shopping, eating and travelling can be done with just a tap of your phone.

Letter of Transmittal

7 October 2015

Mr. Blackstone
Senior Lecturer
Center for English Language Communication
20 Dover Road

Dear Mr. Blackstone,

RE: Proposal for ‘NFC-Enabled smartphones with universal NFC-Chip compatibility’

We are pleased to present to you our proposal idea of ‘NFC-Enabled smartphones with universal NFC-Chip compatibility.’ This report has been prepared to demonstrate how people can make full use of their smartphones and consolidate all EZ-Link and credit cards into one device. In addition, have a minimum standardized NFC Chip compatible to all phone brands to allow all users to enjoy the privilege of NFC-enabled phones. The current example would be how commuters are scanning their EZ-Link card every day for public transportation. Hoping to enhance the current system of scanning cards, the team would like to up it to the next level of scanning your smartphone on the go without having to face the hassle of searching for your card somewhere in your pockets, wallets or bag.

The time and effort taken to read our report is appreciated. This team hopes you would consider implementing our idea for better convenience for the commuters and travelers.

Yours sincerely

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