Bridging Geo-Location Marketplace and Halal Interest Community based on Vertical Social Network for Knowledge Sharing

Objectives: We consider vertical social network components and their potential for supporting knowledge-sharing practices within the halal interest community. Methods/Analysis: First, we investigate halal interest community needs. Second, we articulate a framework in which we combine the mains elements of both halal interest community social networks and marketplace. It utilizes software as a service to support workflow process to meet their specific needs. Finally, all components are combined to help improve the integrity and effectiveness of the halal market, knowledge-sharing systems, and social networking between buyers, sellers, and halal experts. Novelty/Improvement: An integrated platform of knowledge sharing and online marketplace is successfully implemented using vertical social network framework.