User Accounts: Allow different types of users (e.g., parents, students, school administrators, bus drivers) to create and manage accounts.
Role-Based Access: Define roles with specific permissions to control access to various features of the system.
Profile Management: Enable users to update their personal information, contact details, and preferences.
Bus Tracking
Real-Time Location: Track the real-time location of school buses using GPS and display it on a map.
Route Visualization: Show the predefined routes of each bus and highlight current and past locations.
Geofencing: Define and manage geographic boundaries (geofences) to monitor when buses enter or exit specific areas.
Notifications and Alerts
Arrival Notifications: Send notifications to parents and students when the bus is approaching or has arrived at a stop.
Delay Alerts: Alert users about any delays or changes in the bus schedule.
Emergency Alerts: Provide alerts in case of emergencies or deviations from the planned route.
Route Management
Route Configuration: Allow administrators to create, update, and manage bus routes, including stops and schedules.
Route Optimization: Optimize routes based on factors like traffic, distance, and student pickup/drop-off points.
Schedule Management
Bus Schedule: Display bus schedules, including pickup and drop-off times at each stop.
Schedule Changes: Enable administrators to update schedules and notify users of any changes.
Driver Management
Driver Profiles: Maintain profiles for bus drivers, including contact information and driving credentials.
Driver Tracking: Monitor driver behavior and performance, including adherence to routes and schedules.
Student and Stop Management
Student Assignment: Assign students to specific bus routes and stops.
Stop Management: Manage and update bus stop locations and details.
Reporting and Analytics
Usage Reports: Generate reports on bus utilization, student attendance, and route efficiency.
Performance Metrics: Provide metrics on bus punctuality, driver performance, and route effectiveness.
Integration
School Systems: Integrate with school management systems for student and schedule data synchronization.
Payment Systems: Integrate with payment systems if applicable for managing fees associated with bus services.
Support and Help
Help Desk: Provide support through helpdesk tickets, live chat, or email.
Documentation: Offer user guides, FAQs, and system manuals for assistance.
Non-Functional Requirements
Performance
Response Time: Ensure quick response times for tracking updates, notifications, and user interactions.
Scalability: Design the system to handle increasing numbers of users, buses, and routes without performance degradation.
Reliability
Uptime: Aim for high system availability with minimal downtime (e.g., 99.9% uptime).
Fault Tolerance: Implement fault-tolerant mechanisms to ensure continuous operation even in case of component failures.
Security
Data Protection: Encrypt sensitive data, such as user information and bus locations, during transmission and storage.
Authentication and Authorization: Use strong authentication and authorization methods to prevent unauthorized access to the system.
Usability
User Interface: Design an intuitive and user-friendly interface for ease of navigation by all user types.
Accessibility: Ensure the system is accessible to users with disabilities, complying with standards such as WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines).
Compatibility
Device Compatibility: Ensure the system is accessible across various devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
Browser Compatibility: Support major web browsers to accommodate different user preferences.
Maintainability
Code Quality: Develop clean, well-documented code to facilitate maintenance and future updates.
Modular Design: Use a modular architecture to allow for easy enhancements and scalability.
Backup and Recovery
Data Backup: Implement regular automated backups of system data, including user information and tracking history.
Disaster Recovery: Develop and test a disaster recovery plan to restore system functionality in case of major failures.
Support and Documentation
Help Desk: Provide support through helpdesk tickets, live chat, or email.
Documentation: Offer comprehensive user guides, system manuals, and troubleshooting documentation.
Scalability
System Growth: Design the system to accommodate future expansion, including additional buses, routes, and users.
Load Handling: Ensure the system can manage varying loads and peak usage times effectively.
Data Integrity
Consistency: Ensure the consistency and accuracy of tracking data, schedules, and user information.
Validation: Implement data validation rules to prevent incorrect or incomplete data entry.
