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Inventory Management

When the recycler comes to the inventory page, they find the overview of the items in their inventory. It features four tabs providing comprehensive management of the recycling workflow and producer coordination.

Inventory Overview​

The recycler inventory management system provides comprehensive tracking and workflow management for materials through the recycling process, with a focus on producer coordination and circular economy completion.

Four-Tab Inventory System​

Tab Structure Overview​

The recycler inventory is uniquely organized into four distinct tabs that manage the complete handover workflow with producers:

  1. Tab 1: Pending Handovers - Materials ready for producer handover requests
  2. Tab 2: Approval Requested - Submitted requests awaiting producer review
  3. Tab 3: Completed Requests - Approved handover requests from producers
  4. Tab 4: Rejected Requests - Rejected requests with resubmission options

Tab 1: Pending Handovers​

Overview​

Here, the recycler finds a table view of items in their inventory, grouped by missions. Clean View Design: If they do not have any item currently in their inventory for a mission, it does not appear here to provide a cleaner, more focused view.

Mission Information Display​

For each mission with items in inventory, the recycler sees:

Mission Details:

  • Mission Title - Name and identifier of the recycling campaign
  • Mission Start Date - When the mission began for timeline context
  • Mission End Date - Mission completion deadline for planning purposes
  • Number of Items - Quantity of items in their inventory from the specific mission

Action Options:

  • Submit Request Button - Action button to initiate a handover request to the producer

Handover Request Initiation​

Strategic Control: The "Submit Request" button enables recyclers to initiate producer handover requests when recycling is complete and ready for circular economy closure.

Making a Handover Request to the Producer​

Request Submission Process​

Clicking on the "Submit Request" button opens a comprehensive request page that prompts the recycler to complete two essential steps:

Step 1: QR Code Selection​

Aggregate Selection:

  • QR Code Choice - Select the aggregated QR codes that they scanned and added from waste managers
  • Flexible Selection - The recycler has the liberty to choose one or as many QR codes as required from this page
  • Strategic Bundling - Combine related materials for efficient producer handover
  • Quality Control - Select only materials that meet recycling completion standards

Step 2: Sales Invoice Upload​

Proof Documentation:

  • Sales Invoice Upload - Upload a "Sales Invoice" as proof attachment
  • Third Party Verification - Document that recycled materials have been sold to a third party company
  • Circular Economy Completion - Provide evidence of successful material transformation and resale
  • Quality Assurance - Demonstrate recycling process completion and output quality

Request Processing​

Producer Coordination:

  • Request Submission - The completed request is sent to the producer for approval
  • Review Period - Until review from the producer, the handover request is tracked from the 2nd tab
  • Status Tracking - Complete visibility into request status and producer review process

Tab 2: Approval Requested​

Overview​

The recycler can view all their submitted requests that are yet to be reviewed in this tab.

Request Management​

Pending Review Display:

  • Complete Request List - All submitted requests awaiting producer approval
  • Status Tracking - Clear indication of requests under producer review
  • Timeline Visibility - Understanding of request submission dates and review timeframes

Documentation Access:

  • View Action Button - Click on the action button named "view"
  • Complete Documentation - See the QR codes and sales invoices that were attached
  • Review Preparation - Access all submitted materials for reference during producer review

Workflow Benefits​

  • Transparency - Complete visibility into pending producer reviews
  • Documentation Access - Easy reference to submitted materials and proof
  • Process Tracking - Understanding of handover request status and timeline

Tab 3: Completed Requests​

Overview​

This tab accounts for handover requests that have been approved by the producer after being requested by the recycler.

Approved Request Management​

Success Tracking:

  • Approved Requests - All handover requests that received producer approval
  • Completion Documentation - Complete record of successful circular economy closures
  • Performance History - Track of successful recycling completions and producer partnerships

Documentation Access:

  • View Action Button - Click on the action button named "view"
  • Side-Drawer Display - See the QR codes and sales invoices in a convenient side-drawer format
  • Complete Records - Access to all approved handover documentation for reference

Success Benefits​

  • Achievement Tracking - Record of successful recycling completions
  • Quality Documentation - Proof of circular economy completion
  • Partnership Success - Evidence of effective producer collaboration
  • Performance Metrics - Data for continuous improvement and optimization

Tab 4: Rejected Requests​

Overview​

The recycler finds requests that have been rejected by the producer due to criteria unfulfillment that made them unprovable to the producer.

Rejection Management​

Rejection Information:

  • Handover Requests - Complete list of rejected requests
  • Request Date - Date of original request submission for timeline context
  • Producer Remarks - Detailed feedback from the producer explaining rejection reasons
  • Improvement Guidance - Clear understanding of what needs to be addressed

Resubmission Process​

Continuous Improvement Workflow:

  • Criteria Fulfillment - Recyclers can resubmit once they meet the required criteria
  • Resubmit Button - Click the "Resubmit" button to open details and resubmit
  • Documentation Review - Access to original submission for comparison and improvement
  • Process Loop - Each resubmission reverts the handover to the "Approval Requested" tab, continuing the review cycle

Learning and Improvement​

  • Quality Enhancement - Learn from rejection feedback to improve future submissions
  • Process Optimization - Understand producer requirements for better success rates
  • Partnership Development - Build stronger relationships through responsive improvement
  • Standard Alignment - Align recycling processes with producer expectations

Best Practices for Inventory Management​

Workflow Optimization​

  • Regular Review - Check all tabs regularly for status updates and new opportunities
  • Quality Preparation - Ensure recycling completion before handover requests
  • Documentation Excellence - Maintain high-quality sales invoices and proof materials
  • Timely Responses - Address rejected requests promptly with improvements

Producer Relationship Management​

  • Clear Communication - Maintain open dialogue about requirements and expectations
  • Quality Standards - Consistently meet producer standards for recycling completion
  • Responsive Improvement - Address feedback from rejections quickly and effectively
  • Partnership Building - Build long-term relationships through reliable performance

Circular Economy Excellence​

  • Complete Documentation - Provide comprehensive proof of recycling completion
  • Quality Assurance - Ensure recycled materials meet all quality standards
  • Transparency - Maintain clear records of all recycling processes and outcomes
  • Continuous Improvement - Use feedback to enhance recycling processes and outcomes

The recycler inventory system provides comprehensive workflow management for producer coordination, ensuring effective circular economy completion and strong partnership development throughout the recycling process.