SmartComplAI: Discovering Key Buyers in MS4-Regulated Industries

Conduct market research and customer discovery to help SmartComplAI better understand the needs, workflows, and compliance pain points of organizations subject to MS4 stormwater regulations—including municipalities, nontraditional institutions (e.g., universities, airports), and large construction companies. Tasks & Activities Learners Will Engage In: Identify and segment target customers within the three priority sectors. Research MS4 regulatory requirements and how they impact different organizations. Conduct stakeholder interviews (where possible) to explore pain points and internal decision-making workflows. Analyze data from interviews, industry reports, or public documents. Summarize findings in a concise, actionable format that supports go-to-market strategy and product refinement. Expected Deliverables: Customer persona profiles for 3–5 key stakeholder types. Sector-specific summaries outlining compliance challenges, procurement pathways, and decision-making structures. A short report or slide deck summarizing findings and recommendations for next steps in customer engagement and product positioning.

Stormwater Compliance Course Development

Learners will develop training materials for Stormwater 101 and Stormwater 201 courses under the Registered Apprenticeship Program, aligning with EPA, CDPHE, and Front Range MS4 permit requirements. Materials will support in-person or virtual delivery for up to 15 participants, covering erosion control, SWPPP fundamentals, BMP phasing, inspection protocols, and documentation. Templates and regulatory guides will be provided to simplify compliance tasks. Learners will focus on English materials, with Spanish translations handled by provided resources, ensuring alignment with environmental science or civil engineering skills for a single-discipline team.

SmartComplAI Frontend UI Enhancement and Branding Update

Enhance SmartComplAI’s frontend interface to improve usability and visual consistency for stormwater compliance users. Learners will use React, Figma, and CSS to refine UI components, update branding, and ensure forms meet user needs. Through iterative design, usability testing, and feedback, learners will create an intuitive interface for engineers and contractors. Additional guidance on compliance standards will be provided to support skill application.

SmartComplAI Backend Feature Development

Develop specific backend features for SmartComplAI’s compliance platform using Node.js and MongoDB. Learners will implement Postmark email notifications, create a 24/5-day report export tool, and test functionality, applying classroom skills in backend development. Detailed API documentation and compliance guidelines will be provided to support learners.