Waste Removal Calendar
The Waste Removal Calendar app is your reliable companion for efficiently managing household waste disposal. No matter where you are located, you'll never miss a garbage bin emptying date thanks to its user-friendly and intuitive interface.
Challenges
Our task was to create a comprehensive remote service for Android and iOS that tackles citizens' challenges with timely waste collection. We aimed to make the disposal process easy, fast, and accessible for everyone.
- Missed waste collection: Often, people forget or are uncertain about waste collection schedules, leading to overflowing containers and inconveniences in public areas.
- Comprehensive management: Families, tenants, and property owners face the challenge of managing multiple addresses and waste collection schedules, leading to confusion and inconvenience.
About the project
The municipal organization responsible for efficient and environmentally responsible household waste management in Swiss cities commissioned the development of the app.
Region
Switzerland
Time
6 month
Team
7 specialists
Features
With the Waste Removal Calendar app, you get an intelligent solution for efficiently managing household waste removal. Our app offers a range of unique features, ensuring comfort and convenience in waste management.
Timely reminders
Receive push notifications about upcoming waste collection, allowing you to choose precise reminder dates - days before collection or on the day itself.
Flexible address management
Easily input and manage multiple addresses, efficiently controlling the waste collection process for different locations, including family members or tenants.
Online waste registration
Register bulky waste, large electronic appliances, and green waste online. Select a suitable collection date and receive automatic confirmation of your request.
Process
| The idea for the application was born out of the need to improve waste management processes and citizen awareness in the city. |
| This involved studying existing waste management systems, user behaviors, preferences, and technological possibilities. The research helped define the scope and features of the application. |
| The design phase involved creating wireframes, mockups, and prototypes of the application. User experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design were crucial to ensure an intuitive and visually appealing app. |
| The development phase encompassed turning the design concepts into a fully functional mobile application. The development team utilized technologies such as Firebase and TYPO3 to build the app for both Android and iOS platforms. |
| Thorough testing was conducted to ensure the app's functionality, performance, and usability. This included testing various scenarios, data inputs, and interactions. |
| After rigorous testing and refinement, the application was ready for release. It was launched on the App Store and Google Play in December 2021 |
Process
Idea
The idea for the application was born out of the need to improve waste management processes and citizen awareness in the city.
Research
This involved studying existing waste management systems, user behaviors, preferences, and technological possibilities. The research helped define the scope and features of the application.
Design
The design phase involved creating wireframes, mockups, and prototypes of the application. User experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design were crucial to ensure an intuitive and visually appealing app.
Development
The development phase encompassed turning the design concepts into a fully functional mobile application. The development team utilized technologies such as Firebase and TYPO3 to build the app for both Android and iOS platforms.
Testing
Thorough testing was conducted to ensure the app's functionality, performance, and usability. This included testing various scenarios, data inputs, and interactions.
Release
After rigorous testing and refinement, the application was ready for release. It was launched on the App Store and Google Play in December 2021
Results
The Waste Removal Calendar app is your dependable aid in avoiding fines and organizing household waste disposal, promoting comfort and cleanliness in your home and environment.
- 90% improvement in collection accuracy:
Thanks to systematic reminders, the accuracy of waste bin emptying has increased significantly. - 75% reduction in overflowing containers:
Contributing to cleaner and more orderly public spaces. - 70% time savings in waste management:
Optimizing waste management for families and tenants, significantly reducing the time spent organizing disposal.
- 85% user satisfaction: Users highly appreciate the convenience and reliability of the app, leading to increased satisfaction.
- 92% positive response to voice assistant integration: The integration with the voice assistant has been positively received by 92% of users.
