Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
Product: E-Waste Marketplace Platform
1. Introduction
1.1 Purpose of the Document
This SRS defines the complete functional and non-functional requirements for the E-Waste Marketplace Platform. It serves as the single authoritative source of truth for system behavior and constraints.
- Enable engineering teams to design without ambiguity
- Derive test scenarios and acceptance criteria
- Assess regulatory adherence for security teams
- Contractual reference for third-party vendors
1.2 Intended Audience
1.3 Document Conventions
"The system shall" indicates a mandatory requirement.
"The system should" indicates recommended but non-mandatory.
2. Overall Description
2.1 Business Context
Electronic waste disposal is governed by regulatory requirements. The platform acts as a regulated digital intermediary, enabling:
- Verified participants on both supply and demand sides
- Transparent price discovery through competitive bidding
- Centralized orchestration of pickup and delivery
- Controlled financial settlement
- Generation of audit-ready records
2.2 High-Level Capabilities
- User onboarding with role-based access
- KYC capture, review, and approval
- Scrap listing creation via mobile and web
- Dealer bidding and automated ranking
- Bid selection and workflow locking
- Pickup scheduling and execution tracking
- Delivery confirmation and dispute handling
- Payment release and reconciliation
- Multi-channel notifications
- Administrative oversight and reporting
2.3 User Classes and Characteristics
2.3.1 Individual User
Uses mobile application. Low volume, ad-hoc listings.
- Minimal technical expertise
- Simple workflows & clear notifications
- Basic KYC before payment
2.3.2 Scrap Dealer / Recycler
Uses mobile application. Commercial entity.
- Admin approval before activation
- Participates in bidding & pickup
- Compliance & performance monitoring
2.3.3 OEM User
Uses web application. Manufacturing entities.
- Manage bulk scrap generation
- Multi-location listing capability
- Compliance documentation & reporting
2.3.5 Admin User
Uses web application. Full system access.
- KYC approvals & user management
- Dispute resolution & operational oversight
- Strict audit logging
3. System Features
Detailed Functional Requirements
3.1 User Registration and Authentication
Description: This feature governs how users access the platform and establish authenticated sessions.
Main Flow:
- User initiates login (Mobile/Web)
- User enters mobile number or email
- System sends One-Time Password (OTP)
- User submits OTP
- System validates OTP and creates session
Business Rules
- OTP validity duration shall be configurable
- Excessive failed attempts trigger lockout
- All login attempts shall be logged
3.3 KYC Submission and Management
Description: Ensures regulatory compliance by validating user identity and bank details.
User Flow (KYC Submission)
- 1. Enter required identity & bank details
- 2. Submit KYC information
- 3. System marks status as Pending Review
Admin Flow (KYC Review)
- 1. Admin reviews submitted documents
- 2. Admin approves or rejects submission
- 3. User is notified of outcome
Business Rules
Dealers, OEMs, and Enterprises must be approved before transactional access. Payment cannot be released without approved KYC.
7. State Transition Models
State models are authoritative and must be strictly enforced by backend services.
7.1 User Account State Model
| State | Description |
|---|---|
| Created | Account created but not verified |
| Verified | Email/mobile verified |
| KYC Pending | KYC submitted, awaiting review |
| Active | Fully operational account |
| Suspended | Temporarily disabled by admin |
7.2 Listing State Model
| State | Description |
|---|---|
| Draft | Created but not published |
| Active | Open for bidding |
| Bid Selected | Seller selected winning bid |
| Delivered | Delivered to facility |
| Fulfilled | Payment completed |
9. Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM)
Traceability ensures every business requirement maps to functional implementation.
| BR ID | Business Requirement | FR ID(s) Mapping |
|---|---|---|
| BR-01 | Allow users to list electronic waste | FR-01, FR-02 |
| BR-02 | Enable competitive bidding | FR-05, FR-06 |
| BR-03 | Secure user onboarding and KYC | FR-03, FR-04 |
| BR-04 | Ensure controlled logistics | FR-07, FR-08 |
| BR-05 | Enable timely payments | FR-09 |
9.5 Functional to Data Traceability
| FR ID | Functional Requirement | Data Entity |
|---|---|---|
| FR-01 | Create Listing | Listing |
| FR-03 | Submit KYC | KYC Profile |
| FR-05 | Place Bid | Bid |
| FR-09 | Process Payment | Payment Transaction |
10. Acceptance Criteria & Sign-off
Functional Readiness
Successful implementation of all in-scope requirements and closure of high-severity defects.
Deployment Checklist
- Performance Testing Completed ✔
- Security Testing Completed ✔
- Compliance Review Approved ✔
- Rollback Plan Defined ✔