Models

System model:

Deterministic model - Compile a set list of similar products that all have set prices. Feed this list into the model and they will be ranked based on price. Because the prices are set ahead of time, the correct ranking is known before the test begins. Utilizing a model like this will allow us to better test the effectiveness of the service.

Process Model:

Prescriptive model - Our product will scrape the internet for products based on inputted key words from the user. It will search through all sources, including manufacturer websites, general vendors like Amazon, and thirty party services such as eBay. Once the products from all of these sources have outputted a result, they will be ranked based on price. This information will then be displayed to the user. In the end, users should be able to search for any product and find the best deals for it across the entirety of the internet.