Pool-S-Crow

Convoy Protocol is a decentralized escrow and pooling platform built on the Arc blockchain that empowers small businesses to access wholesale pricing typically reserved for large buyers. Using smart contracts and instant USDC settlement, Convoy enables multiple small buyers to pool their orders and collectively meet supplier minimum order quantities (MOQs). For example, instead of a single coffee shop overpaying 40–100% for a 30–50 lb order through distributors, twelve buyers can join a Convoy pool, each depositing around $187 in USDC. Once the $2,250 MOQ (500 lbs) is reached, the smart contract automatically releases funds to the supplier — guaranteeing transparency, trust, and 40% savings for each participant. Beyond its core escrow functionality, Convoy introduces a robust AI-powered roadmap that elevates it beyond a simple pooling tool. The Pool Orchestrator AI Agent autonomously forms buyer groups based on real-time demand data, while additional agents handle tariff optimization, customs automation, and predictive supply chain rerouting. Together, these agents create a self-managing, intelligent procurement ecosystem. The business model combines transaction fees (2–3%), premium listing subscriptions ($99–299/month), and lucrative add-on services like freight booking, customs clearance, and quality inspection — yielding 92% gross margins. In future phases, Convoy plans to integrate “Buy Now, Pay Later” financing, launch a freight booking API, and expand globally with EURC support and a CONVOY governance token. By merging blockchain transparency, instant digital settlement, and autonomous AI agents, Convoy Protocol transforms fragmented small-buyer markets into powerful collective purchasers. The result is a scalable, data-driven supply chain network that delivers wholesale access, financial efficiency, and competitive parity to small businesses worldwide.