solved Use the Van Alstyne, et al., paper to discuss whether
Use the Van Alstyne, et al., paper to discuss whether SweepSouth truly operates as a platform-based company. Be specific about the examples in the case study that make this so. Discuss the “core†of this company. What will be the role of the founders, and especially Pandor, in ensuring the core is protected as the company grows?The idea for the company came about because of the founders’ frustration with finding domestic help during a holiday period, and her knowledge of the Uber platform. Is the comparison with Uber an apt one? Why or why not?Take a look at the company’s site (https://sweepsouth.com/ (Links to an external site.)) and discuss whether the company approximates the criteria offered by Zhu and Furr (2016) for successfully operating as a platform. Does it matter that SweepSouth is driven by a strong commitment to social justice?Could this company expand beyond Africa? Why or why not?