USER INTERFACE ANALYSIS OF PHONE-PE – A STUDY

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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
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SUBMITTED BY
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REG. NO. P18AN21M0064
UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF
Prof. ARCHANA
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

ADARSH INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMEN AND INFORMATION

TECHNOLOGY
Bengaluru City University
2021-2023

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter Particulars Page No
No
1 INTRODUCTION
A. Background of the study
B. Need of the study 7-12
C. Business social relevance of the topic
2 PROJECT/RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
 Purpose /objectives of study
 Statement of the problem 13-17

 The methodology employed

 Geographical coverage
3 BRIEF PROFILE
A. Brief profile of the open topic chosen for the purpose of
the study 18-25
B. Relevant history of the topic chosen
4 DATA ANALYSIS 26-33
5 DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION 34-36
REFERENCE 37

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 Chapter-1
INTRODUCTION

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A digital wallet and e- commerce payment
system for Indian phones, PhonePe Private Limited is based in Bengaluru, India. In December
2015, Sameer Nigam and Rahul Chari started it. The first payment application created using the
Unified Payment Interface, the Phoneme app, became online in August 2016. (UPI).

There are more than 11 Indian languages supported by the PhonePe app. Users of PhonePe may
send and receive money, DTH, recharge mobile phones and data cards, pay utility bills, purchase
gold, and do online and offline shopping. Moreover, PhonePe offers micro apps on its platform
that let users book Ola rides, pay for Redbus tickets, order food or a Fresh menu, get fit, and use
Goibibo airline and hotel services.

Around 5.5 million offline and online merchant locations that sell foods, travels, groceries,
movies tickets, and other goods and services accept PhonePe as a form of payment. In June
2018, the app reached 100 million users. In December 2019, it reached 5 billion transactions.
The Reserve Bank of India has granted it a license to issue and run a semi-closed prepaid
payment system

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), which built the Unified Payments Interface
(UPI) technology, uses it to power PhonePe. Users may rapidly transfer money to anyone having
a UPI ID or a bank account number and IFSC code by linking their bank accounts to the
PhonePe app.

Apart from peer-to-peer transactions, PhonePe also allows users to pay bills, recharge mobile
phones, book flights, hotels, and cabs, and shop online at various merchants using the app.
PhonePe has partnered with over 200 million users, over 20 million merchants, and over 300
financial institutions to provide a seamless and secure digital payments experience to its users.
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Founder and CEO of PhonePe

The CEO of PhonePe, a UPI-based online payment system, is Indian businessman Sameer
Nigam, who founded it in 2015. He also served as senior vice president of engineering at
Flipkart. In 2009, he launched his first company, Mime360, which connects content owners and
publishers. He made a personal investment in the AI business on January 14, 2016. The
Economic Times included him among the top 40 young business executives in India. As of 2017,
his net worth was Rs. 17.7 crore.

Sameer Nigam - Professional Life

From May 2001 through June 2007, Sameer oversaw the development of Shopzilla's search
products. Afterward, in 2009, he started his business, Mime360, a platform for social media
distribution online. Flipkart later bought the business.

From October 2011 to August 2015, he worked at Flipkart. He held several positions inside the
e-commerce behemoth, including vice president and senior vice president of marketing and
engineering, respectively. In 2015, he also introduced PhonePe, a digital wallet platform for
which he serves as CEO.

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BACKGROUNND OF THE STUDY:

Users may send money, make payments, recharge phones, pay bills and more using PhonePe, a
digital wallet and online payment system. With over 350 million registered customers since its
establishment in December 2015, the business is currently one of India's top digital payment
service providers.

The user interface (UI) of the PhonePe app is important to the company's success, since it
influences how simply and effectively customers can execute transactions and manage their
funds. In order to comprehend how the user interface design has changed over time and how it
satisfies user demands, it is crucial to research the history of the design.

Since its 2016 release, the PhonePe app's user interface (UI) has seen a number of modifications
as the firm works to continually update and enhance the user experience. The app's design is
straightforward and user-friendly with an emphasis on usability. Users can easily navigate the
app and discover the functions they want thanks to the user-friendly interface's clear and simple
instructions and prompts, as well as its logical architecture.

The UI design team at PhonePe also takes user input into consideration during the design
process. They do this by soliciting opinions and ideas from users through surveys, interviews,
and usability testing. The team may then adjust the UI in accordance with these modifications
after using this input to pinpoint problems and potential improvement areas.

Overall, the context of the investigation into PhonePe's UI design highlights the significance of a
successful user interface for a digital payment platform. In the very competitive Indian digital
payments sector, PhonePe has maintained an advantage over rivals by consistently enhancing
and upgrading its user interface (UI).

NEED OF THE STUDY:

An analysis of the user interface (UI) of PhonePe is necessary to evaluate the app’s effectiveness
in meeting the needs of its users. A UI analysis provides insights into how users interact with the
app, what they find confusing or frustrating, and what features they find most useful. By

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understanding user behavior and preference, PhonePe can make an informed decision on how to
improve the app’s UI to enhance the user experience.

Additionally, as the digital payment market in India is highly competitive, an analysis of

PhonePe’s UI can provide valuable insights into how the app compares to its competitors in
terms of user experience. It can also identify areas where PhonePe may be lagging behind its
competitors and help the company develop strategies to improve its position in the market.

Furthermore, in order to make sure that PhonePe stays applicable and user-friendly as it develops
and broadens its products, it is crucial to examine its UI. An ongoing evaluation of PhonePe's
user interface can help the business stay ahead of the curve and keep its position as the top digital
payment provider in India given the addition of new features and the evolution of customer
preferences over time.

As technology evolves and user expectations change, it is important to continuously evaluate and
improve the UI of the app. An analysis of the current UI can help identify areas for improvement
and provide insights into user behavior and preferences.

Through its app, PhonePe provides a vast array of services, including cellphone recharges, bill
payments, money transfers, and more. A UI analysis may assist in making sure that all of these
services are smoothly included into the app and are simple for users to utilize.

Finally, a UI study of PhonePe may reveal information about the app's user experience, including
how users interact with it, the problems they encounter, and the features they value the most.
With the use of this data, the user experience may be enhanced overall, and patronage and
happiness can rise.

A user interface analysis of PhonePe is necessary to ensure that the app meets the needs of its
users, remain competitive in the digital payment industry, keeps up with technological
advancements, integrates all services seamlessly, and provides a positive user experience.

BUSINESS SOCIAL RELEVANCE OF THE TOPIC:

The user interface analysis of PhonePe is a highly relevant and important topic in today's digital
payments landscape. With the rise of mobile payments and digital wallets, users are increasingly
relying on apps like PhonePe to make transactions quickly, easily, and securely.

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The topic of user interface design and user experience has been an important focus for
companies in this space for many years. A user-friendly interface is essential for ensuring that
users can easily navigate the app, complete transactions, and feel confident that their money is
being securely managed. As a result, companies like PhonePe are constantly seeking to improve
their user interfaces to enhance the user experience and gain a competitive advantage in the
market.

In recent years, the Indian digital payments market has grown rapidly, driven by government
initiatives to promote digital transactions and the increasing adoption of mobile payments among
consumers. As one of the leading digital payments apps in India, PhonePe has played a
significant role in this growth, with millions of users relying on the app for their financial
transactions.

Given the growing importance of user interface design and user experience in the digital
payments space, analyzing and improving the user interface of PhonePe is essential for ensuring
the app remains competitive and continues to meet the needs of its users. As such, the topic of
user interface analysis of PhonePe is highly relevant and important in the current digital
payments landscape.

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 Chapter-2

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

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OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY

 To understand how users perceive the overall quality of the user interface and the extent
to which it meets their needs and expectations.
 To identify areas where the app's design could be streamlined to reduce clutter and
improve usability.
 To make specific recommendations for changes to the user interface that can enhance the
user experience and increase user satisfaction.
 To evaluate the ease of navigation and accessibility of different features within the app.

By achieving these objectives, we hope to provide valuable insights into the design and
functionality of PhonePe's user interface and to identify opportunities for improving the app's
usability and user experience. Ultimately, the goal of this study is to help PhonePe build a
stronger relationship with its users by providing a more intuitive and satisfying user interface.

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM:

The research problem needs to be clearly defined, such as understanding the market position of
PhonePe, its growth potential, customer preferences, and challenges faced by the company. We
trying to understand our user’s problems.

PhonePe is a well-known digital payment programmer in India that enables users to conduct
financial activities such as money transfers and payments on their mobile devices. Users can
easily explore the app and conduct transactions thanks to its straightforward UI. To improve the
user experience generally, there are a few areas that might be enhanced.

One of the main issues with the PhonePe interface is the cluttered design, particularly on the
home screen. The home screen contains a lot of information, including recent transactions,

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offers, and promotions, which can be overwhelming for users. This can make it difficult for users
to find the information they need quickly and may lead to confusion and frustration.

Another issue with the PhonePe interface is the lack of customization options. For example,
users cannot choose which features they want to display on the home screen or change the order
in which they appear. This can make it difficult for users to personalize the app to suit their
needs and may lead to a less satisfying user experience.

The app also stands to gain from a better use of visual cues to direct users through the payment
process. While much of the present design is rather clear, there are a few places where users
would like further explanation or advice. For instance, it may be challenging to determine if a
payment has been successfully completed or whether more action is necessary to finish a
transaction.

Overall, the PhonePe UI is user-friendly, however there are few places where it might be
improved to improve the user experience. PhonePe can help users conduct transactions fast and
effortlessly and foster closer ties with their clients by solving these problems.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES AND GOALS SET FOR THE PURPOSE OF

STUDY

Learning objective:

The learning objective of the user interface analysis of PhonePe is to gain a deeper understanding
of the app's user interface design and functionality and to identify areas where improvements can
be made to enhance the user experience. Through this analysis, we hope to learn more about how
users interact with the app, their needs and preferences, and the factors that influence their
satisfaction with the user interface.

Goals set for the purpose of the study:

1. Understand the user interface of PhonePe, including its design, layout, and functionality.
2. Identify potential issues with the user interface that may impact the user experience, such
as cluttered screens, unclear instructions, or difficult navigation.

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 3. Evaluate the effectiveness of the user interface in meeting the needs and expectations of
users, including its ease of use, accessibility, and overall user satisfaction.
4. Make recommendations for improvements to the user interface that can enhance the user
experience, such as simplifying screens, providing clearer instructions, or improving
navigation.
5. Provide insights into how users interact with the app and what aspects of the user
interface are most important to them, in order to inform future updates and
improvements.

By achieving these goals, we hope to gain a comprehensive understanding of the user interface
of PhonePe, and to provide actionable recommendations for improving the app's usability and
user experience. This will help PhonePe build stronger relationships with its users, increase user
satisfaction, and drive growth and success in the highly competitive digital payments market.

METHODOLOGY

Studies on the PhonePe payment mechanism have been done. The majority of the data for this
study came from secondary sources. By conducting personal interviews with people who are
claimed to be knowledgeable about the subject, primary data is also gathered. Secondary
information has been gathered from a variety of sources, such as websites, newspapers, articles
published and unpublished on PhonePe basic education, etc.

Create research inquiries:

Research questions should be formulated to guide the research process. For example, what is the
market share of PhonePe in the digital payments market in India? What are the key drivers of
growth for PhonePe? What are the key challenges faced by PhonePe in the market? Like these
types of questions, we should ask our users.

Select the research methodology:

Research methodoly should be chosen based on the research questions the available resources,
user preferences we choosing research design. For PhonePe, a mix of quantitative and qualitative
research methods can be used.

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Collect data:

Data can be collected through surveys, interviews, and secondary sources such as company
reports, industry publications, news articles, and who are using PhonePe app users also.

Analyze data:

The collected data needs to be analyzed to draw insights and conclusions. The data analysis can
be done using statistical tools or qualitative analysis techniques.

Conclude and make recommendations:

Based on the study of the data, conclude the PhonePe users. Identify strength and weaknesses of
the strengths from the user’s perspective. Make recommendations for improving the app and
enhancing the user experience.

Communicate the findings:

The research findings should be communicated effectively to the stakeholders such as the
company management, investors, and customers. Communication can be done through
presentations, reports, or other suitable mediums.

Finally present the finding of your research to stakeholders. Use visual aids such as charts and
graphs to make the data more understandable. Also, provide recommendations for improving the
app based on the research finding.

GEOGRAPHICAL COVERAGE:

User interface analysis is the process of evaluating the usability and effectiveness of a digital
interface such as a website, mobile app, or software. In the case of PhonePe, the user interface
analysis would involve examining the design, layout, and functionality of the app in relation to
its geographical coverage.

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PhonePe's user interface should indicate the areas where the app is available and where it is not.
Additionally, the app's design and layout should be optimized for use in various regions, taking
into account factors such as internet connectivity, device compatibility, and cultural preferences.
The user interface analysis of PhonePe's geographical coverage would involve assessing how
well the app caters to the needs of its users in different regions, including language support,
currency support, payment methods, and design and layout optimization.

Chapter-3

COMPANY PROFILE

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Apps for mobile payments are made by a company named PhonePe. Using only their mobile
number and the app, users can send money to anyone with ease. A smartphone with data access
and a bank account connected to their cell number are requirements for using the company's app.

PhonePe is an Indian-based digital payment network that has millions of users. It was established
in December 2015 and is currently one of the country's top payment applications. Users of the
app may transfer money, pay invoice, prepaid recharge to your mobile phone and DTH, and
make online and offline purchases. Also, it allows UPI payments, which let users immediately
transfer money across Bank accounts. To establish a profile on PhonePe, users must download
the software from the Apple software Store or Google Play Store and finish the registration
process. Users must submit a few pieces of basic data, like their name, email address, cellphone
number, and bank account information. Users may create their profiles by uploading a profile
photo and changing their personal information after registering. Users can move between linked
bank accounts while doing transactions on the app.

PhonePe includes many security measures, such as two-factor authentication, UPI PIN, and
device binding, to safeguard consumers' transactions. Also, users can establish transaction caps,
flag irregularities, and ban unfamiliar contacts. Ultimately, PhonePe offers consumers a simple
and safe way to make digital payments and take care of their accounts. On August 26, 2014,
FxMart acquired a license to conduct business.

Incorporated in December 2015, PhonePe. Flipkart bought the firm in April 2016. Moreover,
PhonePe received the FxMart license as part of the Flipkart acquisition, and it was renamed the
PhonePe wallet. The company's CEO was chosen to be Sameer Nigam, the creator of PhpnePe.

In August 2016, the company and Yes Bank worked together to release a mobile payment app
based on UPI. UPI technology, which is backed by the government, forms the foundation of this
app.

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PhonePe introduced an Indian-made POS gadget in October 2017. The POS system uses AA
batteries and Bluetooth capability. It has a calculator-like design. Any mobile device that can run
the PhonePe software can make pay invoice thanks to the hardware, which utilizes Bluetooth
communication.

In January 2018, FreeCharge and PhonePe joined forces. Thanks to this collaboration, PhonePe
users may now link their current FreeCharge Wallets to the PhonePe app. PhonePe and Jio
Money and Airtel Money have similar arrangements. PhonePe has introduced a micro-app with a
faster login and payment process for users in association with RedBus, Ola, and Goibibo on its
platform.

PhonePe launched "PhonePe Switch" in September 2019 to integrate various other merchant
applications and make it easier for customers to move between PhonePe and other apps.With the
in-app UPI function known as PhonePe ATM, PhonePe began enabling cash withdrawals for its
users in January 2020.

On January 14, 2017, ICICI Bank banned all PhonePe transactions, claiming a violation of NPCI
standards. NPCI initially authorized ICICI to accept UPI transactions through PhonePe on
January 19, 2017. Around this time, Airtel stopped allowing PhonePe transactions on its
platform. The following day, on January 20, 2017, NPCI revoked the earlier orders, alleging
PhonePe's violation of the UPI regulations.

Following this, PhonePe stopped operating on the Flipkart website in order to comply with the
new NPCI judgment's requirements. In February 2017, PhonePe addressed the issues with ICICI.

Awards and Recognitions

2016

 PhonePe is acquired by Flipkart.

 The app is made available.

2017

 Receives 10 million downloads, becoming the first UPI-based app to accomplish so.

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  Ranked as the top finance app on both the Apple and Google Play stores, UPI is now
the main source of transactions across the country.
 1,000,000 app transactions are reached.

2018

 Honored for facilitating the most merchant transactions on the UPI network by the NPCI.
 The 2018 IAMAI India Digital Awards' Best Mobile Payment Service Category.
 Acquired the 2018 NPCI UPI Digital Innovation Award.
 Earned the 2018 SuperStarUp Asia Award.
 Awarded in the 2018 India Advertising Awards' Telecom and Technology category.

2019

 Awarded "Finest Mobile Payment Product or Service" at the 7th India Digital Awards
2019, which was organized by IAMAI.
 The "Best Digital Wallet" Initiative took home the prize at the 2019 Indian Retail and
eRetail Awards.
 The "Best Digital Wallet" concept was honoured at the 6th Annual Indian Retail &
eRetail Awards 2019, which were presented by Zed Business and The Economic Times.
 Is one of Equity's list of the Top 8 Most Reliable Digital Brands in India.

2020

 In the IAMAI India Digital Award, wins both the technology category and the leading
mobile payment product.
 The PhonePe AMT launches at 10 lakh retailers across 315 cities.
 Offers a variety of insurance products, including travel, coronavirus, and auto insurance.

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  With the sale of 5,000 policies in just 5 months, it becomes India's fastest-growing
insurance technology distribution.
 It also surpasses the milestone of 250 million registered users and holds the market share
with more than 40% of UPI transactions.

2021

 Received two prizes at the IAMAI India Digital Awards 2021: Silver for the Unstoppable
India video and Gold for Excellence in Wealth Management (for the Mutual Funds
category).
 Received Assocham's Fintech & Digital Payments Awards 2021's "Excellence in
Insurtech" award.

RELEVANT HISTORY OF PHONEPE:

PhonePe is a popular digital payments app in India that allows users to make transactions using
their smartphones. As such, the user interface of the app is critical to its success, as it directly
affects the user experience and ultimately the app's adoption and usage. User interface analysis
of PhonePe is essential in understanding how the app caters to the needs of its users and how it
can improve its user interface to provide a better user experience.

The history of user interface analysis can be traced back to the early days of computer science
when computers were first developed for scientific and military purposes. The user interface
design was initially an afterthought, with most computer systems requiring specialized skills and
knowledge to operate. However, as computers became more widespread and accessible to the
general public, user interface design became a crucial factor in determining the usability and
popularity of computer systems.

In the 1980s, the development of the graphical user interface (GUI) revolutionized computer
interface design, making it more intuitive and user-friendly. Since then, user interface analysis
has become an established field of study, with various design principles and guidelines
developed to ensure the usability and effectiveness of digital interfaces.

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User interface analysis of PhonePe's app involves evaluating the design, layout, and functionality
of the app, with a focus on its geographical coverage. This includes assessing the app's language
support, currency support, payment methods, and design and layout optimization for different
regions in India.

The analysis can provide valuable insights into how well the app caters to the needs of its users
and where improvements can be made to provide a better user experience. This information can
be used to refine the app's design and functionality, improving its usability and ultimately
increasing its adoption and usage.

PhonePe was incorporated in December 2015. As part of Flipkart's acquisition of the company in
April 2016, PhonePe was awarded the FxMart licence and rebranded as the PhonePe wallet. The
CEO of the company will be Sameer Nigam, who founded PhonePe. In order to launch a mobile
payment app based on government-supported UPI technology, the company partnered with Yes
Bank in August 2016.

Within three months of its debut, the app had been downloaded by almost one crore people. In
2018, PhonePe broke the record for the fastest five crore badge on Google Play for an Indian
payment app. The PhonePe app overtook BHIM to claim the #1 place in the market for UPI
transactions in August 2017.

BASE CASE:

To create a base case for user interface analysis of PhonePe, we can start by identifying some of
the relevant data points that could be considered. Here are a few examples:

1. App functionality: We can start by analyzing the app's core functionality, including the
ability to transfer money, pay bills, recharge mobile phone bills, and make online
purchases.
2. User demographics: It's important to understand the demographics of the app's user base,
including age, gender, location, and income level. This information can help identify
areas where the app may need to be improved to cater to specific user groups.

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 3. Language support: PhonePe supports multiple languages, including English, Hindi,
Tamil, Bengali, and others. We can analyze how well the app's user interface supports
these languages, including the ease of use and clarity of instructions.
4. Payment methods: PhonePe supports multiple payment methods, including UPI,
credit/debit cards, and digital wallets. We can analyze how well the app's user interface
facilitates these payment methods, including the ease of use and clarity of instructions.
5. Design and layout: The app's design and layout can significantly impact the user
experience. We can analyze the app's overall look and feel, including the use of color,
typography, and imagery, as well as the ease of navigation and accessibility.
6. User feedback: User feedback can provide valuable insights into how well the app's user
interface is meeting the needs of its users. We can analyze user reviews and feedback on
app stores and social media platforms to identify areas of improvement.

By considering these and other relevant data points, we can create a base case for user interface
analysis of PhonePe. This can help identify areas where the app need to be improved to provide a
good user experience and ultimately increase its adoption and usage.

JUSTIFICATION FOR TOPIC SELECTION:

The user interface analysis of PhonePe is an important topic because it directly affects the user
experience and ultimately the app's adoption and usage. As a digital payments app, PhonePe is
designed to be easy to use and navigate, allowing users to make transactions quickly and
securely. However, if the app's user interface is poorly designed or difficult to use, it can
negatively impact the user experience, leading to frustration and even a loss of trust in the app.

In India, where PhonePe is primarily used, there is a diverse user base with varying levels of
digital literacy and cultural preferences. The app's user interface must cater to this diversity,
providing a seamless experience for users across different regions and language groups. User
interface analysis can help find the areas where the app can be improved to better serve its users,
such as by improving language support or optimizing the design and layout for specific regions.

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Additionally, user interface analysis can provide valuable insights into how the app can
differentiate itself from competitors and stand out in a crowded digital payments market. By
offering a superior user experience, PhonePe can increase its adoption and usage, ultimately
driving its growth and success.

In summary, the user interface analysis of PhonePe is an important topic because it directly
impacts the user experience, adoption, and usage of the app. By understanding how the app's user
interface can be improved to better serve its diverse user base, PhonePe can differentiate itself
from competitors and drive its growth and success.

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DATA ANALYSIS

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Survey instrument

The person in question received a questionnaire along with instructions to complete it and return
it. The questionnaire is sent to the responder once they agree to read, comprehend, and answer
each question in the space provided on the questionnaire itself. The responder answers the
questions on their own in a questionnaire. For the PhonePe payment system, objective-style
questions have been developed. Five points, including Strongly agree, Strongly disagree, Agree,
and Neutral.

Studies on the PhonePe system have been done, and the alternatives that are given are Agree,
Disagree, Strongly Disagree, Strongly Agree, and Neutral.

Based on the poll, an overall study of the PhonePe system

Question Agree Disagree Strongly Strongly Neutral

disagree agree
1. Your time and money 78 30 15 68 9
are saved by the
PhonePe system.

2. PhonePe is a superior 60 69 15 38 18
payment method than
traditional offline
methods.

3. The PhonePe system 68 32 27 50 23

is available around-
the-clock.

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4. Exchange the money 70 43 11 64 12
from one place to
another.

5. A more number of 52 50 21 52 25
users are satisfied with
this.

6. Get an immediate 54 30 22 74 20
response to this.

7. Minimize paperwork. 97 20 14 63 6

8. The service is 73 47 49 23 8
dependable.

9. 9. The customer has to 83 6 4 85 1

be watchful and deal
with a secure site
when using PhonePe.

10. Requires knowledge 85 56 15 37 7

of the PhonePe system
and the internet.

11. Clients can 92 12 18 42 36

effortlessly transfer
money without going
to a bank.

12. Online shops are 93 19 4 68 16

increasingly being
used to purchase

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 products and services.

13. PhonePe payment 100 22 6 65 7

provides greater
freedom to an
individual in paying
their taxes, licenses,
fees, etc.

14. PhonePe payment is 55 49 52 36 8

not easy anywhere and
in any currency thus
matching the global
reach of the internet.

15. It gives access to 98 12 8 62 20

official records of
company
communications.

16. If your debit card is 65 27 29 70 9

stolen or misplaced,
PhonePe will not be
able to help.

17. Small transactions do 13 61 95 8 10

not benefit from using
a smart card.

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The overall analysis of PhonePe on the basic survey

120
100
80
60
40
20
0

Agree Disagree Strongly disagree Strongly agree Neutral

The five options—Agree, Disagree, Strongly Agree, Strongly Disagree, and Neutral—are shown
in the graph.

The following graph displays the percentage of respondents that agreed:

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 Agree
Agree

97 85 92 93 100 98
78 68 70 73 83
60 52 54 55 65
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A person has more financial flexibility when it comes to paying their taxes, insurance, licences,
fees, and other obligations thanks to the greatest number of persons who consent to PhonePe
payments. Most individuals concur that getting timely replies is important and may save time.
Small transactions cannot be carried out when there is a minimum number of people who agree
on the smart card. Fewer people seem to be content with the PhonePe payment method of
transaction.

The following graph displays the percentage of respondents that disagree:

Disagree
Disagree

69 61
56
43 50 47 49
30 32 30 27
20 22
6 12 19 12

A number not to exceed Disagree that PhonePe is a better payment method than an offline one.
On hidden transaction costs, the majority of individuals disagree. User satisfaction, usefulness of
smart card for a minor transaction. The idea of the PhonePe cash payment system bank giving

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clients tokens is opposed by at least some people. There is less disagreement over the business
communication's legal record. Many individuals believe that the electronic payment system is
unreliable and prone to errors.

The following graph displays the percentage of respondents that strongly disagree:

Strongly disagree
Strongly disagree

95

49 52
27 21 22 18 29
15 15 11 14 4 15 4 6 8

The majority of people strongly disagree with the idea that one should not pay another person
directly via the payment system. Despite the strong opinions of the majority, smart cards are not
useful for small transactions. There are at least a few people who vehemently dispute that the use
of debit cards just recently began to take off after starting off slowly. Fewer people strongly
disagree with what is simple to understand. The e-payment system's security is a major concern
since hackers may access account information.

The following graph displays the percentage of respondents that strongly agree:

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 Strongly agree
Strongly agree

85
68 64 74 68 65 70
63 62
50 52 42
38 37
23
0 8

Most individuals firmly agree that the gateway plays a crucial part in the PhonePe payment
mechanism. Most individuals firmly concur that time savings, less paperwork, money exchange,
etc. The majority of individuals firmly concur that clearing PhonePe checks is not simpler than
clearing paper ones. Fewer people firmly concur that the PhonePe payment system is unsafe.

The following graph displays the percentage of respondent that neutral:

Neutral
Neutral

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23 25
18 20 16 20
9 12 8 8 9 10
6 7 7
1

The most persons possible Individuals have more freedom when it comes to paying their taxes,
fees, finances, licences, etc. when they are neutral on PhonePe payments. Most individuals have
a neutral attitude towards readily adopted, lost, or stolen cards. At least one consumer must be

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neutral towards the PhonePe cash payment method before the bank issues a token. The user of
the PhonePe payment method must be vigilant and work with a secure website. Less people who
are neutral about their experience using payment systems require internet access and prior
knowledge.

Chapter-5

CONCLUSION

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In India, PhonePe is one of the top digital payment platforms, offering a variety of services such
as peer-to-peer payments, bill payments, and merchant payments. The business has grown
significantly in the last several years, with both its user base and transaction volume sharply
rising. In-app purchases, partnerships with other merchants, and the introduction of a wealth
management platform are all ways that PhonePe has increased the range of services it offers.
Several companies that offer digital payments, such as Paytm, Google Pay, and Amazon Pay,
compete with the corporation. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) suspended
new user registrations for PhonePe owing to non-compliance with data localization regulations,
and there are constraints on processing payments for digital lending. To enhance its services and
maintain a lead in the industry, PhonePe has persisted in investing in innovation and technology
despite these obstacles. Overall, PhonePe seems to be a formidable competitor in the Indian
digital payments sector, but it will need to keep evolving and adapting to overcome obstacles and
hold onto its position as the industry leader. Indeed, technology has made our lives simpler.
Electronic payments are one of the technical advancements in finance, and commerce. The
technical innovation that allows us to do financial transactions online, avoiding lengthy queues
and other inconveniences, is known as electronic payments (PhonePe Payments). Electronic
payments provide people more flexibility when it comes to paying their taxes, licenses, fees,
penalties, and purchases in unusual places and at any time of day, 365 days a year. Significantly,
it is very difficult, if not impossible, to recommend which payment system is preferable after
analyzing and comparing various electronic payment methods. Some systems are quite similar

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and just differ in a few little features. There are so a variety of factors that influence how the
PhonePe commerce payment system is used. The user base is the most crucial of all these. Also,
the popularity and usability of the PhonePe commerce payment system rely on user preference.
Expense, consensus throughout the industry, authorization, security, authentication, irrefutability,
anonymity, and public policy.

The reliable cashless payment system guards against the theft of cash and PhonePe funds as well
as the use of PhonePe payment solutions or systems for various reasons. Several additional
benefits were mentioned in addition to cost savings. Better customer service, additional working
capital, accelerated processing, shortened operational cycle times, and more adherence to
organizational rules and procedures were among them. The prospect for PhonePe payments
creates a range of marketing risks. A collection of significant conclusions have been reached
after more than 10 years of Internet marketing study. According to the results of our analysis, it
is evident that the Internet is becoming increasingly significant in the world of PhonePe
payment. The necessity of measuring the collaborative impacts of PhonePe payment is becoming
more widely recognized. The survey shows that the populace had no concept of education. They
are completely unaware of PhonePe payments.

Each respondent to the survey, which forms the basis of the study, is obliged to submit their
responses. Some people are happy with our judgements. However, some people are not pleased
with us. Users have more alternatives with online PhonePe payments, according to this research.
Since the internet is a virtual space, getting feedback is simple. Customer loyalty may be
attained. The bank may provide the customer superior service and personalized care. The
advantages of the PhonePe payment system were revealed to us, including its extensive reach,
time-saving features, customer loyalty, 24-hour information access, reduction of paperwork,
removal of the need for carrying cash, simplicity of online application, etc.

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