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Barter Trade System for Online Stores

A B2B trade platform built for digital barter transactions between verified online sellers.

Softlabs Group developed a secure, rule-based barter trade platform that enables verified online stores to exchange goods and services without money. Using smart credit logic, order tracking and automation, BarterPay powers transparent trade relationships between businesses.

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Industry

Finance E-Commerce

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App Type

Web App

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Methodology

Agile Scrum

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Platform

Web Application

Client Intro

Bartercard is a global trade exchange that enables businesses to convert excess inventory and unutilized capacity into business opportunities.

Through its innovative barter system, Bartercard helps thousands of members in Australia grow their business, reduce cash expenses, and build new business networks. Bartercard sought to develop a comprehensive digital platform to streamline its operations, enhance user experience, and expand its market reach.

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The Need for Innovation


01
Growth in Barter-Backed Transactions

Barter-based digital transactions are expected to cross $23 billion globally by 2027 as SMEs seek cashless trade models.

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Cash Flow Constraints Among Small Sellers

E-commerce sellers often struggle with delayed payments and tight budgets, limiting purchase flexibility.

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Demand for Non-Monetary Trading Models

B2B sellers are actively exploring alternative trade systems to reduce financial pressure and unlock inventory liquidity.

What we Built

As the software partner, we built a secure barter trade platform enabling online stores to exchange products and services without involving money.

The system uses a virtual trade credit model, where every item listed or exchanged updates the user’s credit balance automatically.

We developed a custom admin panel, product listing engine, order processing system, and real-time transaction ledger to facilitate compliant and traceable trade flows.

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Detailed Explanation of How it Works

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Users Register

Users Register and List Products

Verified store owners join the platform, set up profiles, and list items or services available for barter.

Credit Value

System Assigns Credit Value

Each product is assigned a trade credit value, which acts as virtual currency in all transactions.

Trade Deals

Matchmaking Suggests Trade Deals

The system matches listings based on category, value, and location to suggest high-potential barter opportunities.

Trade Request

Buyers Initiate a Trade Request

A store browses listings and initiates a trade by offering a product or service of similar credit value.

Trade Terms

Trade Terms Are Finalized

Once both parties agree, the system locks the transaction and updates the credit balances accordingly.

Order Fulfillment

Order Fulfillment and Tracking

Both parties ship or deliver the promised goods. The system tracks completion and confirms delivery status.

Ledger and History

Ledger and History are Logged

Every transaction is recorded in a transparent ledger, helping users track trade history, balances and trust ratings.

Client Pain Points and Fixes


Challenges Client Faced

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    No digital system for barter or cashless exchanges

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    Difficulty matching relevant trade partners in real-time

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    Lack of centralized tracking for barter orders

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    Manual tracking of trade credit and account balances

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    No structured system to handle returns or disputes

How We Solved It

  • Built a custom barter system with virtual currency model

  • Added matchmaking logic for trade partner discovery

  • Enabled real-time tracking of barter deals and logistics

  • Developed automated credit updates after each transaction

  • Integrated workflows for returns, disputes, and resolution

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What we Achieved

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Enabled 100+ barter deals between stores within the first 90 days

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Reduced dead stock and enhanced product circulation among verified stores

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Helped sellers conserve cash by 18–22% monthly via trade credits

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Achieved 0 failed transactions due to transparent ledger and rules

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Delivered a self-sustaining barter marketplace with minimal admin dependency

AI Features
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Virtual credit system to track give-and-take value across users

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Matchmaking logic to suggest high-probability barter opportunities

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Smart contract-like workflows for order execution and fulfilment

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Admin control panel for ledger visibility, returns, and disputes

This Solution also Fits for


Community-Based Trade Platforms

Barter apps for local communities to exchange services or second-hand goods.

Wholesale Trade Exchanges

Credit-based B2B networks for raw material or overstock redistribution.

NGO Donation Matching

Matching donated goods with those who need them via trade logic.

Freelancer Exchange Networks

Talent-for-tools or skill-for-software trading platforms among freelancers.

Education Equipment Trade

Barter-based sharing of lab tools and learning kits between institutions.

Technologies Used

Frontend
AngularJS

AngularJS

Backend
msSQL

Express

Nodejs

Nodejs

Database
Pytorch

MongoDB

APIs
Net

REST

msSQL

JWT Auth

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Years of Experienced

25+

Countries

2000+

Clients

5000+

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FAQs


Yes, the platform can be customized for NGOs, freelancers, or community trade networks.

No. The system is designed for 100% cashless trade via virtual credits.

Each product has a value set by the user. Credits are auto-updated after each trade.

Yes, partial credits and combo-item trades are supported within platform rules.

All users are verified, and deals are confirmed through mutual consent and rules engine.

A built-in resolution system allows admins to approve/deny returns with evidence.

The system can be deployed as SaaS or licensed privately for enterprise use.

Yes, custom APIs can be developed to sync listings and inventory.

Deployment usually takes 3–4 weeks depending on features and customizations.

Yes, the platform works smoothly on both mobile and desktop devices.

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