Project Proposal
Project Title
Worldwide Parcel Tracking System (Web & Mobile Platform)
1. Introduction
With the rapid growth of eCommerce, logistics, food delivery, and cross-border shipments, customers and businesses demand real-time, reliable parcel tracking. Currently, tracking information is fragmented across courier websites, difficult to understand, and not always mobile-friendly.
This project proposes the development of a Worldwide Parcel Tracking System that allows users to track local and international parcels using a single platform. The system will support tracking from major global marketplaces and courier services such as Amazon, AliExpress, eBay, ASOS, Shein, as well as Sri Lanka Post and international postal networks.
2. Problem Statement
Manual checking of multiple courier websites wastes time.
Customers often do not understand shipment statuses.
Small businesses lack professional tracking tools.
International shipments have delayed or unclear updates.
No unified tracking solution for Sri Lanka–focused and global parcels.
3. Proposed Solution
The proposed system is a centralized parcel tracking platform that provides:
One-click tracking using a Tracking / Waybill / Order ID
Real-time shipment status updates
Global courier and postal integration
Mobile-friendly design with live tracking
Admin and business dashboards for shipment management
The platform will be accessible via web and mobile (Android) and designed for speed, simplicity, and convenience.
4. Objectives
Provide a single tracking interface for local and international parcels
Support global postal and courier services
Improve shipment transparency for customers
Assist small businesses and delivery services with tracking management
Offer live tracking and shipment status notifications
5. Target Users
Online shoppers (local & international)
Small businesses and shop owners
eCommerce store owners (WooCommerce, custom shops)
Food delivery services
Courier companies and logistics providers
Students (academic and final-year projects)
6. Key Features & Functionalities
6.1 Parcel Tracking
Track parcels using:
Tracking Number
Waybill Number
Order ID (12-digit reference)
Phone Number (optional)
Support for:
International parcel tracking
Sri Lanka Post tracking
eCommerce order tracking
6.2 Tracking Information Display
Shipment status (Pending, Collected, In Transit, Out for Delivery, Delivered)
Collected Date
Destination Branch
Parcel Weight Category (Kg)
Live tracking route (GPS-based – where supported)
Shipment history and events timeline
6.3 Global Courier Integration
Integration with global carriers and marketplaces:
Amazon, AliExpress, eBay, ASOS, Shein
China Post, UK Royal Mail, USPS
Sri Lanka Post
Auto-detect courier based on tracking number format
6.4 Live Tracking & Notifications
Live GPS tracking for supported shipments
Email / SMS / App notifications for status changes
Delay and exception alerts
6.5 Order Tracking Page
User-friendly tracking dialog
“Track” button for instant updates
Mobile-optimized UI
Shareable tracking link
6.6 Admin & Business Panel
Add and manage shipments manually or via Excel upload
View shipment status dashboard
Export shipment reports (Excel / CSV)
Manage routes, drivers, and delivery status
6.7 eCommerce Integration
WooCommerce plugin integration
Auto-sync order and tracking data
Tracking button on order confirmation page
Customer tracking link in email receipt
7. Mobile Application Features (Android)
Track parcels with one tap
Save favorite tracking numbers
Push notifications for shipment updates
Barcode / QR code scanning for tracking numbers
Lightweight and fast performance
8. System Architecture (High-Level)
Frontend:
Web: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (React / Vue optional)
Mobile: Android (Kotlin / Flutter)
Backend:
REST API (Node.js / PHP / Laravel)
Courier API integrations
Tracking aggregation engine
Database:
MySQL / PostgreSQL
Optional Services:
Google Maps API (Live route tracking)
SMS Gateway
Email Notification Service
9. Non-Functional Requirements
High performance and fast response
Mobile-first responsive design
Secure data handling (HTTPS, encrypted storage)
Scalable to handle thousands of tracking requests
High availability (99% uptime target)
10. Use Cases
Track my delivery online
Track international parcel from China or UK
Sri Lanka order tracking
Business shipment monitoring
Customer order tracking via receipt or email
11. Advantages of the System
Centralized tracking for all couriers
Easy-to-use interface
Saves time for customers and businesses
Improves delivery transparency
Suitable for startups, SMEs, and academic projects
12. Future Enhancements
AI-based delivery time prediction
Multi-language support
iOS mobile application
Driver mobile app
Analytics and delivery performance reports
13. Conclusion
The Worldwide Parcel Tracking System provides a modern, efficient, and scalable solution for tracking shipments locally and globally. It enhances customer experience, supports business growth, and simplifies logistics management. This project is ideal for commercial deployment as well as student final-year projects.
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