Optimizing Garbage Collection Scheduling and Reporting with Truck Location Tracking Towards an Efficient Waste Management System

The annual global waste output hits a substantial 2.12 billion tons, posing a significant challenge for effective management. In the Philippines, the daily accrual of household waste stands at an imposing 35,580 tons, necessitating inventive solutions. This study introduces a sophisticated automated waste management system tailored for Nasugbu, Batangas, utilizing the Agile process model. Employing an iterative approach encompassing brainstorming, design, development, quality assurance, and deployment, the system optimizes garbage collection schedules and enhances user experience. The core objective of the study is to streamline garbage collection and enable real-time garbage truck tracking in the locality. The research delves into the challenges faced by Nasugbu's current waste management system, proposing an automated solution to revolutionize the process. Specific evaluation results substantiate high satisfaction levels among residents, barangay staff, and IT experts. Residents benefit from an intuitive interface offering features such as scheduling, waste calendar management, garbage truck tracking, and proactive SMS notifications. The system not only meets but surpasses expectations, bringing tangible improvements to the waste collection process.