Driving SDG Impact: Web-Based Stocktaking Systems for Sustainable Business Operations

Abstract

As businesses increasingly embrace digitalization, the transformative impact of technology becomes evident, making various aspects more streamlined and manageable. This, in turn, has the potential to alleviate workloads and contribute to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. The primary objective of this study was to conduct research and develop a web-based application for efficient business stock management, aligning with SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). This application empowers employees to monitor their stock levels, helping to prevent stockouts and improve business performance, thereby addressing SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth). The development process adhered to the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) model and utilized technologies such as the Vue 2 framework, JavaScript, HTML5, and Tailwind CSS to code the web-based application, contributing to SDG 9 by promoting technological innovation. In addition, a cloud-based database was established to store shop-related data securely, reducing the risk of data loss due to disasters or human errors, aligning with SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). Furthermore, the web-based system was designed to conduct stock checks and monitoring, providing valuable insights into product statistics and notifying shopkeepers when stock levels are low, which supports SDG 12 by promoting responsible consumption and production. As part of the sustainability efforts, a digital receipt system was implemented as the default option for customers instead of traditional hardcopy receipts. This initiative aligns with SDG 13 (Climate Action) by reducing paper consumption and waste, as hardcopy receipts often contain non-recyclable chemical substances. In summary, the web-based application's contributions encompass promoting business efficiency, preventing stock shortages, and reducing paper usage, all of which align with various SDGs and ESG principles, ultimately fostering sustainable and responsible business practices.