improving efficiency and transparency. By integrating data-driven techniques with automated decision-
making, the system provides a robust and scalable solution for zakat management in educational institutions.
CONCLUSION
This study successfully developed an ANN-based decision support system to automate and optimize zakat
distribution for students in UiTM Cawangan Melaka. By classifying students into asnaf categories of faqr,
miskin and fisabilillah based on socioeconomic data, the system effectively addressed the inefficiencies of
manual zakat processing. The ANN model demonstrated improved decision-making accuracy, reaching up to
1.0% with a minimized Mean Squared Error (MSE) of 0.06, indicating the system’s ability to make reliable
and data-driven decisions. Integrating a Model-View-Controller (MVC) framework ensured smooth interaction
between users, evaluators, and the system’s database, Overall, the system significantly improved the fairness,
efficiency, and transparency of zakat allocation.
Future research could focus on expanding the dataset used for training the ANN model, as larger datasets
might further increase the system’s accuracy and robustness. Integrating real-time data updates and
dynamically adjusting weights could also refine the decision-making process. Additionally, exploring the use
of blockchain technology to enhance security and traceability of transactions could add another layer of
transparency and accountability. Expanding the system to include multiple universities or national zakat
institutions could create a centralized platform for zakat management, benefiting a broader population. These
improvements would continue to enhance the efficiency and equity of zakat distribution, further supporting
social welfare.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
This paper is the starting point of Final Year Project conducted at the Faculty of Computer and Mathematic
Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA.
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