6th week update

 Welcome to the sixth week of our blog post series on the food waste management project at MAS Factory in Pannala. Our project aims to implement sustainable practices that not only reduce food waste but also foster an environmentally conscious approach to production.

Food waste is a major global concern with significant economic, social, and environmental consequences. Each year, an alarming amount of food is wasted, contributing to resource depletion and climate change. Recognizing the importance of tackling this issue, our team has partnered with MAS Factory to develop innovative strategies and solutions.

In this blog post, we'll take you through the progress made during our sixth week of the project. We have been actively working on refining survey questions, finalizing video topics, and organizing a well-structured activity lineup, all geared towards creating a sustainable food waste management system.

Join us as we explore the key developments and discussions that occurred in the past week. We'll share insights from our team meetings, highlight significant milestones, and showcase the collaborative efforts driving this project forward.

By sharing our journey and experiences, we hope to inspire others to take action and contribute to the global movement against food waste. So, let's delve into the details of our sixth week's progress and witness the positive impact we are striving to achieve at MAS Factory in Pannala.

Meeting Summary - 5th August 2023:

During the meeting held on 5th August 2023, the main focus was on survey questions and finalizing video topics for the food waste management project.

Survey Questions Importance:

The team discussed the significance of developing effective survey questions to gather relevant data for the project. They recognized that well-crafted survey questions are crucial for several reasons:

1. Relevance: Effective survey questions ensure that the data collected directly relates to the project's objectives, providing meaningful insights.
2. Accuracy: Clear and specific questions allow for accurate analysis and interpretation of the data, ensuring reliable conclusions.
3. Progress Tracking: Targeted questions help measure the project's progress over time, evaluating the effectiveness of implemented strategies.
4. Identifying Challenges: Comprehensive survey questions reveal specific challenges and obstacles, aiding in devising tailored solutions.
5. Resource Optimization: Gathering relevant data optimizes resources by focusing efforts on areas that require immediate attention.

Finalizing Video Topics:

The team divided into three groups and appointed leaders for each group to streamline the process of selecting engaging video topics. The steps involved in this process were:

1. Brainstorming: Each group conducted brainstorming sessions, generating a diverse range of potential video topics related to food waste management.
2. Evaluation Criteria: Criteria such as relevance, impact, creativity, and feasibility were established to evaluate the potential topics and ensure high-quality content.
3. Group Discussions: The teams discussed the suggested topics, narrowing down the list to the most promising ideas through collaborative decision-making.
4. Feedback from Expert: The selected video topics were then emailed to Dr. Thushanthi, an expert in food waste management, to seek her opinion and ensure alignment with project goals and educational value.

The involvement of Dr. Thushanthi was instrumental in refining the selected topics and enhancing their impact, emphasizing the team's dedication to achieving their sustainability objectives.

Overall, the meeting marked significant progress as the team strategized data collection through surveys and advanced towards selecting compelling video topics to raise awareness about food waste management. Their collaborative efforts demonstrated a strong commitment to their sustainability goals.

Summary of Meeting on 10th May 2023: Activity Lineup Submission

During the meeting on 10th May 2023, the team presented the activity lineup for the food waste management project. A well-planned and structured lineup was emphasized for its significance in providing a clear roadmap, managing time and resources, addressing risks, enhancing coordination, and enabling effective project monitoring. The lineup includes video creation, interviews, FM audio casting, poster presentation, and suggested menu giving. These activities aim to raise awareness about food waste management, involve stakeholders, and achieve project objectives within defined constraints.

Delegating tasks offers several advantages, including improved project efficiency by assigning responsibilities to individuals with relevant skills, better utilization of resources, effective time management through task prioritization, and fostering accountability as team members take ownership of their assigned duties.

The tasks and subgroup leaders were allocated as follows:

1. Video Making: Rashmi and Hashini
2. Questions Preparation for Interviews: Yamini and Kiruthajini
3. FM Audio Casting: Anjani and Isuri
4. Poster Presentation: Yasas and Wathsala
5. Menu Planning: Ishini and Amanda

With this clear distribution of responsibilities, we aim to enhance project efficiency, encourage effective collaboration among team members, and ensure steady progress towards achieving the project's objectives.