Categories & Disposal Logic

Ridright separates how materials are grouped for education from how they are handled for disposal. This allows your program to present clear, intuitive information to residents while maintaining precise, localized control over instructions.

Categories (Customer-Facing Organization)

Categories are used to group materials in a way that is easy for residents to understand and navigate.

They are designed for:

• Program education and awareness

• Simplified browsing and learning

• Grouping similar materials together

Examples may include:

• Recycling

• Household Hazardous Waste

• Electronics

• Organics

Categories can align with bins or programs, but they are intentionally flexible and not restricted to operational rules.

Disposal Logic (Operational Control)

Disposal logic defines how each material is actually handled.

This includes:

• Disposal method (recycle, landfill, compost, drop-off, etc.)

• Bin or collection stream mapping

• Facility or drop-off requirements

• Jurisdiction-specific rules and variations

Disposal logic ensures residents receive accurate, actionable instructions based on their location.

Working Together

While categories and disposal logic are related, they serve different purposes:

• Categories → how materials are presented and understood

• Disposal Logic → how materials are handled and instructed

A material may appear under a single category but have different disposal outcomes depending on jurisdiction or program rules.

Jurisdiction-Level Accuracy

Disposal logic can be customized by jurisdiction, allowing:

• Different bin assignments by city or hauler

• Variations in accepted materials

• Local program rules and exceptions

Categories remain consistent for user understanding, while disposal logic adapts for local accuracy.

Program Flexibility

This separation allows your program to:

• Maintain a clear, consistent resident experience

• Adapt to complex operational differences

• Support education without sacrificing accuracy