Development of a Web-Based Platform for Inventory Liquidation StockliQ

Abstract

The development of StockLiQ represents a significant step toward addressing the persistent challenge of excess and obsolete inventory (EOI) faced by Algerian merchants, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This thesis has explored the transformative role of e-commerce in modern business, highlighted the financial and operational burdens of surplus stock, and identified the unique context of Algeria’s evolving commercial landscape. Through a comprehensive analysis, design, and implementation process, StockLiQ emerges as a tailored, user-friendly web-based platform designed to streamline inventory liquidation, reduce waste, and enhance profitability. Chapter 1 laid the foundation by examining e-commerce platforms, the causes and impacts of EOI, existing digital solutions, and the specific needs of Algerian merchants. This background underscored the lack of localized tools and the potential for a platform like StockLiQ to bridge this gap. Chapter 2 detailed the analysis and conception phase, utilizing Unified Modeling Language (UML) diagrams and a robust system architecture to define requirements, actors, and design elements, ensuring a solid blueprint for development. Chapter 3 focused on the implementation, showcasing the platform’s client-server architecture, key pages, and innovative features like real-time bidding and secure payments, while addressing challenges such as performance optimization and complex filter logic with effective solutions. The successful implementation of StockLiQ demonstrates its potential to empower Algerian merchants by offering a scalable, secure, and localized solution. By integrating features such as auctions, direct sales, and exchanges, along with support for local payment methods like ElDahabia and CIB, the platform aligns with the growing digital adoption in Algeria and contributes to the sustainability of its commercial ecosystem. The use of technologies like React, Node.js, and MongoDB, combined with real-time updates and internationalization, ensures that StockLiQ is both practical and accessible. Looking ahead, future work could focus on enhancing the platform’s verification process to further build user trust, integrating advanced analytics for better inventory forecasting, and expanding logistics partnerships to improve delivery efficiency. These improvements would strengthen StockLiQ’s impact and support its adoption across a wider range of merchants. In conclusion, this thesis not only delivers a functional solution but also opens the door for continued innovation in addressing inventory management challenges in Algeria and beyond.