Residents often struggle to remember the specific days their bins are due for collection by their local councils, especially in areas where bin collection is infrequent and varies from the usual weekly schedule. Holidays and other events can lead to changes in the collection dates, adding to the confusion. Missing a single collection, especially in areas where garbage is collected once every three weeks, can lead to a troublesome accumulation of waste.
Our Solution
WrightAutomation developed a comprehensive web application to ensure residents never miss their bin collection day.
Data Extraction from Council Websites
- Using web scraping techniques, our application automatically extracts bin collection dates from local council websites. This data is then mapped to the specific postcode and address of a user, ensuring tailored reminders.
SMS Notifications with Twilio Integration
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Our solution seamlessly integrates with Twilio, a leading cloud communications platform.
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The day before a scheduled bin collection, users receive an automated SMS message reminding them of the upcoming collection. They can even specify their preferred time for these reminders, making it user-centric and highly convenient.
Conclusion
Through our web application, residents no longer have to remember or manually check bin collection dates. Our system ensures timely reminders, directly resulting in cleaner neighborhoods and reducing the inconvenience of missed collections. By combining data from council websites with the robust capabilities of Twilio, WrightAutomation has crafted a solution that bridges the gap between council services and the daily lives of residents.