Prototipo de aplicación móvil para la gestión de viajes compartidos hacia la UCSG, basado en la proximidad geográfica aplicando un sistema de recompensas por viajes completados.

Abstract

Higher education institutions continuously seek sustainable technological alternatives to improve mobility within their university communities. At the Catholic University of Santiago de Guayaquil (UCSG), students’ daily commuting presents challenges related to traffic congestion, transportation costs, and the lack of secure shared travel options. This project proposes the development of a university collaborative mobility platform (PMC) prototype aimed at optimizing student mobility by connecting drivers and passengers within the same academic community. The theoretical framework is supported by studies on sustainable mobility, institutional carpooling, and route optimization models, incorporating theories related to collaborative behavior, digital security, and geospatial information management. The methodology adopted corresponds to applied research with a technological approach, supported by the SCRUM agile framework to enable iterative and functional prototype development. The proposed system integrates geolocation services, user authentication, real-time notifications, and a proximity-based matching method, allowing students to connect efficiently and securely. The expected outcomes include improved travel times, reduced transportation costs, and the establishment of a sustainable and collaborative mobility alternative within the university. It is concluded that the implementation of a university collaborative mobility platform can represent an innovative model of student support, strengthening community engagement, solidarity, and environmental commitment within UCSG.