This research focuses on designing a digital platform that contributes to reducing food waste in Saudi Arabia. While a digital platform may not be an efficient and viable option to tackle this problem in countries with advanced waste management infrastructure, it is a feasible so
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This research focuses on designing a digital platform that contributes to reducing food waste in Saudi Arabia. While a digital platform may not be an efficient and viable option to tackle this problem in countries with advanced waste management infrastructure, it is a feasible solution for tackling food waste in Saudi Arabia, given the current lack of infrastructure. It offers a quick and scalable approach that can be rapidly deployed to bridge existing gaps. Unlike traditional infrastructure projects requiring significant time and resources, a digital platform leverages existing technology to create immediate connections between retailers, consumers, and other stakeholders. The retail stage includes restaurants, cafes, and bakeries. The main stakeholders of interest are retail businesses. The main research question that guided this research is: What digital platform design can contribute to reducing food waste in the retail sector in the eastern province of Saudi Arabia in alignment with circular economy principles?...