B-GIS: Modernizing Local Governance Through a Web-Based Barangay Geographic Information System for Barangay 99, Tondo, Manila

In the Philippines, governance begins with Local Government Units, extending down to barangays as the smallest administrative division, responsible for managing small neighborhoods. Paper-based management has historically been the backbone of many industries, a practice still prevalent today. Previous research mentioned that a digital divide persists, particularly in urban barangays lacking adequate ICT infrastructure and centralized systems. Without tailored system applications for barangay functions, local governance management may not achieve its full potential in efficiency. To address these challenges, B-GIS (Barangay Geographic Information System) will be developed. B-GIS is a digital platform aimed at modernizing and optimizing local governance. Its functionalities include management information systems, documentation, request processing, information dissemination, and geographic information systems to improve planning and governance leveraging ICT. Using the Agile Scrum Software Development Life Cycle, B-GIS was evaluated by 410 respondents using a 4-point Likert scale survey based on ISO 25010 standards. Evaluations revealed high user satisfaction to all key metrics specifically for the functional suitability with a 3.59 overall mean, performance efficiency with a 3.57 overall mean, usability with a 3.58 overall mean, reliability of the system with an overall mean of 3.55, and the overall respondent satisfaction with a 3.44 overall mean. These results suggest B-GIS meets user needs and expectations, effectively addressing challenges with seamless communication and decision-making. Positive feedback underscores its potential for greater community engagement, improved planning, and enhanced service delivery, positioning B-GIS as a valuable tool for local government units. Enhancing GIS features and data handling is recommended.