KETMON - Revolutionizing Tourism in Central Asia

1. Problem and Solution

Problem: Fragmented & Opaque Travel in Uzbekistan

Tourists face significant challenges in Uzbekistan, navigating disparate information and inconsistent offerings.

Price & Transparency Issues

Difficulty comparing tour packages
Widely varying prices
Lack of transparency

Low Digitalization

Many agencies lack online presence
Inefficient customer acquisition
Operational bottlenecks

No Centralized Platform

No unified online platform for tours
Difficult to compare options
No secure online payment system

Solution: KETMON - Your Gateway to Seamless Travel

KETMON transforms Central Asian tourism with a comprehensive platform, solving key travel challenges for both tourists and agencies.

Aggregated Tour Marketplace

KETMON is a dynamic marketplace for tours:

Brings diverse packages from multiple agencies
Offers a single, intuitive platform

Effortless Comparison & Booking

Compare and book with ease:

Filter by date, price, destination, reviews, and availability
Integrated secure online payments
Frictionless booking experience

Flexible Payment Options

Travel is more accessible with:

Optional installment systems
Branded as Travel Now Pay Later (TNPL)

Intelligent Recommendations

Find your perfect adventure:

AI-powered tour suggestions
Personalized based on preferences, past searches, and trends

Expected Impact

KETMON addresses the efficiency and social effect challenges in Uzbekistan's tourism sector by:

Creating transparency in pricing and tour offerings
Empowering local tour agencies with digital tools and broader market reach
Reducing time and effort for tourists to find and book quality tours
Promoting sustainable and ethical tourism practices
Contributing to regional economic growth and job creation

2. Team Information

Our team combines expertise in technology, business, and tourism to build KETMON into Central Asia's leading travel platform.

Jamshidbek Muminov

Role: CEO & Product Manager

Skills & Tech Stack:

Product strategy, market research, UI/UX vision, startup management, business development, presentation & pitching. Project coordination, analytical thinking, travel-tech industry understanding.
Figma, Notion, basic HTML/CSS, AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini), low-code/no-code platforms

LinkedIn | GitHub

Shoxrux Jamolov

Role: Frontend Developer, Designer

Skills & Tech Stack:

Critical | Analytical Thinking, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Teamwork
Canva, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AI tools (ChatGPT and Cursor)

LinkedIn | GitHub

Sarkorbek Abilkasimov

Role: Backend Developer, Database Administrator

Skills & Tech Stack:

Problem-solving, Critical | Analytical Thinking
Backend development, Database administration, System architecture

LinkedIn | GitHub

3. Why Exactly Our Team Can Solve This Problem

First-Mover Advantage

KETMON is positioned to be the first major online tour aggregator in Uzbekistan, leveraging the low market digitalization to establish market leadership.

Streamlined Onboarding

Our efficient agency onboarding process (10-15 minutes setup) ensures rapid adoption and platform growth, distinguishing us from competitors.

Localized Expertise

Highly localized user experience tailored specifically for Central Asian travelers, with deep understanding of regional preferences and needs.

Innovative Technology

Combining TNPL (Travel Now Pay Later) and AI-powered features creates a unique offering that addresses real market needs.

Early Validation

Already achieved significant milestones: MVP launched, strategic partnerships building, positive user feedback, and strong agency interest.

Scalable Regional Model

Designed for expansion into Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan, demonstrating long-term vision and scalability.

Previous Projects & Experience

We were working separately and now we are working together to build KETMON

Sarkorbek:

1) https://mali.uz/ru
Made frontend, and filled the content, responsive and multilangual website

2) https://fatvo.uz/cyr
Made front side, built design for new pages

3) https://iqueue.uz/
Frontend, made responsive and multilangual website

4) https://www.parqour.com/
made front side

5) https://noorexpress.us/
made frontend with ai built design
Shoxrux:

I independently managed the process of printing and selling books, from preparation to distribution. My responsibilities included editing and designing books, coordinating with printing services, and handling customer sales both in person and online. Through this experience, I developed strong organizational, marketing, and communication skills while running a small-scale publishing activity.

Our Motivation

We are driven by the opportunity to modernize Central Asian tourism, empower local businesses, and create a transparent, efficient platform that benefits both travelers and tour operators. Our transformational leadership approach focuses on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

4. Roadmap & Stage

Current Stage: MVP

KETMON has launched its MVP web version, showcasing core features and demonstrating market potential. We have:

✅ Launched MVP web platform
✅ Built early waitlist for agency partners
✅ Showcased diverse tour offerings
✅ Received positive user feedback
✅ Established strategic partnerships in key cities (Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara)

Development Plan

1

Phase 1: Foundation (Completed)

MVP web platform development
Core marketplace functionality
Basic booking and payment integration
Initial agency onboarding

2

Phase 2: Enhancement (Current - Next 3-6 months)

Build MVP mobile app
Integrate advanced AI for personalized experiences
Expand agency network (20-30 agencies in key cities)
Implement TNPL system integration with financial partners
Launch strategic marketing campaigns
SEO optimization for outbound destinations

3

Phase 3: Growth (6-12 months)

Scale to 10,000 users and 1,000 bookings
Launch featured listings and premium analytics
Influencer partnerships and referral programs
Advanced AI-powered dynamic pricing
Hyper-personalized tour recommendations
Offline onboarding events for agencies

4

Phase 4: Expansion (12-18 months)

Become #1 tour comparison platform in Uzbekistan
Scale to 50,000 users and 5,000 bookings
Launch in-platform advertising
Expand to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan
Regional market leadership

5. How Do We Want to Solve the Problem

Our Approach

KETMON addresses the fragmented tourism market through a comprehensive digital platform that combines marketplace aggregation, AI-powered personalization, and innovative payment solutions.

Main Steps in Our Plan

1

Agency Onboarding & Inventory Building

Form partnerships with 20-30 tour agencies in Tashkent, Samarkand, and Bukhara. Streamlined onboarding process (10-15 minutes) ensures rapid inventory expansion.

2

Platform Development & Enhancement

Build and enhance web platform with mobile app development. Integrate secure payment gateways, booking management, and real-time inventory control.

3

AI Integration & Personalization

Implement AI-powered modules for dynamic pricing, hyper-personalized tour recommendations, and intelligent search capabilities.

4

TNPL System Integration

Partner with local financial institutions to offer Travel Now Pay Later installment options, making travel more accessible.

5

Marketing & User Acquisition

Launch digital campaigns on Instagram, TikTok, Telegram. Implement SEO strategies, influencer partnerships, and referral programs.

6

Scale & Regional Expansion

Grow user base and bookings, then expand to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan using the proven scalable model.

Tools, Frameworks & Programming Languages

Frontend

React, Vue.js,
HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript
Responsive design frameworks

Backend

Python/Django, Ruby on Rails
RESTful APIs, GraphQL
Microservices architecture

Database

PostgreSQL, MySQL
Redis for caching

Cloud & Infrastructure

AWS, Google Cloud
Docker,
CI/CD pipelines

Payment & Integration

Payment gateway APIs
TNPL partner APIs

How We Want to Use AI Technologies

AI-Powered Tour Recommendations

Hyper-personalized tour suggestions based on:

User preferences and past searches
Travel trends and popular destinations
Budget and availability constraints
User behavior analysis and pattern recognition

Dynamic Pricing Intelligence

Advanced AI algorithms for:

Real-time price optimization
Demand forecasting and inventory management
Competitive pricing analysis
Revenue maximization for agencies

Intelligent Search & Filtering

Natural language processing for:

Semantic search capabilities
Context-aware filtering
Query understanding and intent recognition
Smart matching of tours to user needs

Predictive Analytics

Machine learning models for:

Market trend analysis
User behavior prediction
Booking probability estimation
Churn prevention and retention strategies

AI-Powered Customer Support

Chatbots and virtual assistants for:

24/7 customer support
Instant query resolution
Booking assistance and recommendations
Multilingual support for regional languages

Fraud Detection & Security

AI-based security systems for:

Transaction fraud detection
Anomaly detection in bookings
User verification and trust scoring
Secure payment processing

Contact Information

Get in touch with us. We'd love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have.

Email

shoxruxjjamolov@gmail.com

jamshidbekdmuminov@gmail.com

abilkosimovsarkor@gmail.com

Phone

+998 97 301 52 18

+998 33 707 54 04

+998 99 100 18 79