CHAPTER 3

TECHNICAL STUDY

Technical study is the complete study of the project in terms of input, processes, output,

fields, programs, and procedures. This study focused on the main point of the proposed business

as well as the process of business transaction. It also discussed the service schedule of the

drivers. Plant size and layout and structures are all presented for the purpose of identifying the

business operation. Registration process for commuter and driver was presented using flow chart.

The list of equipment, furniture and fixtures, tools and office supplies are also cited.

Objectives of the study

The technical feasibility aims to achieve the following:

1. To determine the input process and flow of activities in the service.

2. To know the service schedule of the proposed business.

3. To identify the cost of equipment, furniture and fixtures, tools, and office supplies to be

used in the operation of the proposed business.

4. To identify the location of the business.

5. To determine the needed utilities of the business.

6. To offer the waste disposal of the business.

Description/Uses of the service

With the fast development of businesses and tourism facilities in Lucena City, congestion

and commuting can sometimes be a problem. This is where Grabtaxi can help, the app is proven

to be a convenient and efficient way of getting a commuting transportation. According to

Grabtaxi 2017, the company utilizes simple, cost effective mobile-based technology in both

supply and demand. It can give easier access to commuters, short waiting time, reliability,

comfort, or safety as well as nice and clean transportation. Commuters will no longer

experienced being rejected by other commuting transportation and Grabtaxi is one of the fastest

ways to get to desired destination.

 Through the app and just few finger taps, Grabtaxi provides passengers with easy access

to find a commuting transportation that is nearest to them in real time. No more standing outside

in the middle of the heat, waving their hands in the air until they can hail transportation or

guessing what time a taxi will arrive. Since one of many benefits of using the app are sharing the

ride location, knowing the drivers name, plate number, phone number, and the estimated fare

beforehand, to a certain degree the passengers feel more secure and less anxious when riding

with Grabtaxi.

Grab encourage a code of conduct for all driver so all drivers would have a clear

understanding of the ethics and compliance because Grab maintains zero-tolerance policy,

offense can result in termination of user access to Grab platform. To make sure that passengers

have a pleasant ride, Grabtaxi applies feedback, in which drivers who get compliant and are rated

unsatisfactorily by passengers regarding their service, manner and car condition may face

penalties, suspensions and bans.

Service process

The proposed business is service in nature. To produce service, this will require the

participation of the User/ Commuter, system (specifically Grab Application) and the driver to

complete the process. Before the transaction between commuters and driver begin, they both

need to register to Grab App for commuters/user and GrabDriver App for driver. Figure 1 and 2

shows the registration process for the commuter and driver.

A. Registration process for Commuter and Driver

Figure 9. Application Registration Process for Commuters

In this figure, using the Grab App, the customer will fill up the registration form provided

on the application. This step will require some personal information of the user. Then the system

will send greeting and verification email. After the email is verify. The user will be successfully

registered and can already use the grab car app.

 Figure 10. Application Registration Process for Driver

Figure 10 shows the process of registration for driver. This time the driver will use the

GrabDriver App which is downloadable in play store. The registration for driver is almost the

same as commuters. The only difference is that it requires additional requirements.

B. Grabtaxi Service Transaction Process

Figure 11. GrabTaxi Service Transaction Process

Service Schedule

Grab operation will be 24-hour transport service. This will help those who needs essential

services during late hours. To provide 24-hour service, the operation will split in to two shifts.

The day shift ( from 7:00am-7:00pm) and night shift (from 7:00 pm- 7:00 am)

Table 19

Service schedule.

Driver Day Shift (7:00 am- 7:00pm) Night Shift (7:00 pm- 7:00 am)

1 Duty Rest
2 Duty Rest
3 Duty Rest
4 Duty Rest
5 Duty Rest
6 Duty Rest
7 Duty Rest
8 Rest Duty
9 Rest Duty
10 Rest Duty
11 Rest Duty
12 Rest Duty
13 Rest Duty
14 Rest Duty
 VEHICLES, EQUIPMENT, FURNITURES & FIXTURES AND TOOLS

The details of the required furniture and fixtures, vehicle, machinery, equipment, and

tools have been provided in the following table:

LIST OF VEHICLES

Item/ Specification Unit Cost Qty. Total

P550,000 7 P3,850,000

Car

Brand: Toyota Vios

Body type: Sedan

Seating capacity: Five

Transmission type: Manual or AGS (Auto Gear

Shifting)

Engine: 4-cylinder, 16-valve DOHC, 1,197 cc

(1.2L)

Performance: 82hp at 6,000rpm and 113Nm at

4,200rpm

Fuel type: Gasoline

Useful Life: 15 years

TOTAL P5,500,000

LIST OF MACHINERIES AND EQUPMENT

 Item/ Specification Unit Cost Qty. Total

Pressure Cleaner Jet Water Pump P2,599 1 P2,599

Light Weight with Handle

Voltage: 220V-50Hz

Pressure: 75-100 bars

Airflow: 8 liter/minute

Size: 245x230x450MM

Useful Life: 5 Years

Tire Pressure Heat Vulcanizing P2590 1 P2,590

Input Voltage: 220V

Input Power: 500W

Temperature: 145-165c

Repair Area: 60x60mm

Useful Life: 9 years

Fire Extinguisher P440 1 P440

Weigh: 1kg

Capacity: 1lbs

TOTAL P5,629
 LIST OF FURNITURE AND FIXTURES

Unit Cost Qty. Total

Computer Desktop
P30,000 3 P90,000
Brand: Dell

RAM Size: 4gb

Processor : 3-4Ghx

Processor Core: Dual

Display Resolution: 1366x768

Useful Life: 5 years

P350 5 P1,750
Monoblock Chair

Useful Life: 8 years

Materials: Plastic

Office Chair P1050 3 P3,150

Brand: Qoncept

Capacity: 200kg

CCTV P1,499 4 P5,966

Brand:Honeywell

128 gb

Resolutiom:

1920x2080p

Power: DC 12V 2A

Angle: 120 Degree

Digital Clock P250 1 P250

Brand: Loskii

Weight: 3.52

ounces

P12,000 2 P12,000

Table with partitions and Drawer

Material ：E1 MFC

Size        ：100”x72”

Typical Type: 3 pack

Electricfan P588 2 P 1,176

Brand: Standard

Size:

43x103x110cm

Switch Type: knobtype

P14,000 1 P14,000
Aircon

Brand:Sharp

Printer P8,500 1 P8,500

Brand: Epson

Type: 3in1 printer

TOTAL P136, 792

Item/ Specification Unit Cost Qty. Total

P1500 1 P1500

Stanley Tool Set for vehicle

53 Tool set

Material: Chrome vanadium Steel

Size: 160x30x30mm

Lug Wrench P320 1 P320

Size: 17x19x21x23

Carbon Steel

Floor Jack P1,100 1 P1,100

Support Weight: 2

Ton

Item Weight: 7kg

Jack Stand P750 1 P750

Material: Heavy Duty

Steel

Adjustment: 11”-16”
Tire Inflator P900 1 P900

Power input: DC 12V

Pressure: 150psi

Item Size: 19.3x15x67

TOTAL P4,750

LIST OF CLEANING MATERIALS AND(GENERAL)

Item/ Specification Unit Cost Qty. Total

Tornado Cleaning Mop P250 1 P250

Dustpan and Sweeper P110 1 P110

Material:Plastic

Mat P55 1 P55

Size: 50cmx80cm

Car Wash Sponge P26 3 P78

Material: Cot

Microfiber Glass Towel P15 3 P45

Material:Cotton

Water Bucket P75 1 P75

Material: Plastic

Size: Meduim
 Trash Can P240 1 P240

Material:

Plastic

80 Liters

TOTAL P853

Project Location

Grab will require an estimated area of at least 3000 square meters. Which will be

use for parking purposes and establishment of its office. Since there are numerous numbers of

car, large area for parking and open space for movements are needed.

The site of the business for parking and its office will be at Barangay Calumpang

Tayabas City. The business will occupy 3000 square meters of Lot 156. This area is suited for

the business since it provides huge space. Also, the location is more convenient because it is

nearly the center of the target market of the study, which is Lucban,Candelaria, Sariaya, Lucena,

Pagbilao and Tayabas.

Figure 12. Project Location

 Figure 13. Vicinity Map of the Proposed Location

Plant size and Layout

Figure 14. Plant size and Layout

The following are some of the important parts of the site:

 A. Security Area

Facility which is for working groups focused on security protocols of the

business.

B. Car Wash Area

A place where cars are cleaned so it can be presentable to the customers and it is

also a way to protect the value and maintain appearance of the asset of the business.

C. Parking Area

It is a parking space for the cars.

D. Storage Room

It is the room for the proper storage of the tools and equipment as well as cleaning

materials of the cars.

E. Waiting Area and Restroom for Drivers

A place where drivers can rest if there is no customer and a restroom for the

members of the company.

F. Auto Lift Area

It is an area where automobiles are hoisted above the floor to give better access to

the car when fixing it.

G. Office

A room reserved for the manager, accounting staff, and other employee in the

business.

Table 20

List of office supplies.

Office Supplies Unit Cost Quantity Monthly Cost Annual Cost

Ballpen (box) 70 1 70 840
Bond Paper(A4) 170 2 340 4,080
Calculator 450 2 - 900
Correction Tape 20 2 40 480
Ink 380 2 760 9,120
Stapler 50 2 - 100
Staple Wire 10 3 30 360
Paper Clips(Box) 15 1 15 180
Scotch Tape 15 1 15 180
 Folder 5 5 25 300
Total 16,540

The table shows the office supplies needed for the operation of the company. The annual

office supplies expense is Php 16,540.

Utilities

Utilities Description Estimate

Annual

Cost
Electricity  Meralco Power Gen Corporation is 48,000

incorporated to engage in the power

generation business by pursuing the

development and construction of cost

competitive and highly efficient power

plants that will ensure adequate, reliable

and affordable supply for electricity

consumers.
Water Supply  Prime Water Infrastructure Corp. has 1,200

been a trusted partner of Filipino

communities in ensuring safe and reliable

water distribution system throughout in

the country.

Telecommunication  PLDT Inc., formerly known as the 24,000

Philippines Long Distance Telephone

Company, is the largest

telecommunications and digital services

company in the Philippines

 Total 73,200

The table above is the list of utilities needed for the operation such as: electricity which is

provided by Meralco Company; water which is provided by the Prime Water Company; and

telecommunication which is provided by PLDT Company. The total estimated cost of utilities is

Php 73,200.

WASTE DISPOSAL

Lucena City local government unit have been trying to comply with the law that requires

establishing sanitary landfills. In compliance with the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act

of 2000 (Republic Act No. 9003), GrabTaxi will cooperate and follow the proper waste disposal

to maintain the cleanliness of the business. Waste management and disposal are necessary to

have clean, workable, and suitable place for relaxation. The packaging is biodegradable and

made up of paper bags and boxes. It will ensure proper waste segregation by separation of

biodegradable and non-biodegradable to prevent unwanted contamination. Daily trash will be

collected once every two days by the City’s garbage truck. The waste will be collected by the

garbage collector per schedule. The maintenance staff is the overall in charge in maintaining

cleanliness of the building.

DIRECT LABOR REQUIREMENTS

General manager 1
Accounting Staff 1
Security Guard 2
Driver 14
Maintenance 1
Utility Worker 1
 Workers or employees are necessary for successful operation of every business.

GrabTaxi will need full time employees. They will need the following positions and number of

employees.