Waste management platform using on-site devices transmitting real time data from every bin through API
Problem Statement
With inefficient and inaccurate waste management systems, leading to inflated operational costs and a lower NABERS rating (reducing rent potential). Current methods of measuring waste are manual, often leading to discrepancies and inefficiencies.
The absence of real-time tracking and data analysis impedes the formulation of effective waste reduction strategies and increased cost of waste. This problem is exacerbated by monthly reporting cycles that delay insights and decision-making.
Responsibilities
Information Architecture
Collaborate with a cross-functional team of PM’s and Devs, along side the founder, to first create the information architecture and bring the idea to life.
Wireframes
My second task was building the wireframes using an iterative process to arrive at the final solution.
UI Design
And finally start iterating on the design, getting to the final solution.
Project Type
MVP - Ground-up
Project Date
June 2023
Industry
Waste Management & environmental Impact
Road to MVP
Aligning the vision, setting the scope and expectations
Started as a team effort, by brainstorming possible approaches, aligning the vision with what is feasible and setting a realistic scope.
We narrowed the design to essential features and functionality that give the most value to users.
Goals
Reduce operational costs and improve NABERS rating
Help users comply with environmental regulations by improving accountability
Help tenants monitor and improve their environmental impact
IA & Features
Dashboard
Giving users a birds eye view, to immediately see goals, targets, stats and performance graphs.
Location Management
A cascading management system that provides information about a specific location. CRUD functionality for users to View, Add, Edit and Remove groups, bins, …etc (Subject to Access level)
Access Levels System
An access level system that only allows users with the correct access level, to perform certain actions
Client management system (Internal Staff Only)
Allowing users with the highest permission level, to manage clients, locations ...etc
Reporting
Users can download various reports, that provide analysis, insight and stats about a location.
Out of Scope
API key setup
Goals history
High Fidelity Wireframes
First look at the solution
After a few rounds of ideation, I designed the wireframes to share a first look at the solution with the team.
Iterations
Aligning the brand identity with engaging visuals
I had few considerations to make at this stage.
Align the brand style with simple yet modern aesthetics.
Create engaging visuals, but avoid distracting users from the main data.
Have accessibility and usability in mind for an optimal experience for all.
Organised
Making the next person’s job easier by
Splitting screens into access levels, for easy scanning and user flow recognition
Colour coding user flows to create a visual hierarchy
Any last minute house keeping
Solution
Information Architecture: Based on the research previously conducted by a different team, I built the platform sitemap as a first step to structure the navigation and content, prioritising features and information according to user needs.
Wireframing & Prototyping: I designed high-fidelity wireframes to visualise the
layout and navigation, iteratively refining them based on feedback.
Visual Design & Style Guide: I developed a cohesive visual language, including
colour schemes, typography, ensuring consistency throughout the
platform while adhering to the brand guidelines.
Thank you for taking the time to go through this case study
I hope this gives you a bit of an idea, on how I work and what is my process
My process would change from project to project , depending on the needs of users, clients, the project scope and resources