Tafel.app Project
Digitalization of social work with heart and mind
With nationwide deployment, over 300,000 hours of volunteer work could be saved annually through intelligent digitalization – without losing the human component. Digitalization doesn’t stop at any sector – not even social work.
An example of this is Tafel.app, a platform we developed at WebPX for Motus UG. This solution shows how technology and humanity can work hand in hand.
Note: The apps were fully developed and are available in the app stores. However, a planned pilot project with Tafel Deutschland did not materialize. Read more about our learnings →
The Challenges of Analog Food Bank Work
Traditional food bank work faces enormous challenges that can be solved through intelligent digitalization. Our analysis reveals four main problem areas:
Traditional Challenges
Time-consuming Customer Management
Paper-based systems are inefficient
Confusing Appointment Scheduling
Queues and chaos during distribution
Resource Waste
Over 7.5 tons of waste annually just for ID cards
High Personnel Effort
Volunteers spend too much time on administration
Tafel.app: Our Flagship Project for Digital Transformation
Our Digital Solution
Developed for Motus UG on behalf of Tafel Deutschland
With Tafel.app, we at WebPX want to show that digitalization in social work is not only possible but can also be successful. We have developed a comprehensive solution specifically designed for use by Tafel Deutschland:
Available Apps & Resources
The Impressive Numbers of Digitalization
With nationwide deployment, Tafel.app would have impressive savings potential for the entire food bank landscape in Germany:
Projected Savings with Nationwide Deployment
€3.2M
Calculated total savings nationwide
300,000+
Potential relief of volunteer work (hours)
7.5 tons
Potential annual waste reduction
€400,000
Estimated savings in material costs
Technology with Heart: Our Development Approach
The development of Tafel.app required a special approach that places people at the center while leveraging the best technologies:
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User-Centered Design
Developed specifically for diverse user groups from digital natives to smartphone beginners
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Privacy by Design
GDPR compliance and data protection as core features, not afterthoughts
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Offline Functionality
Reliable operation even with unstable internet connections
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Scalable Architecture
Ready for nationwide deployment across all German food banks
The Future of Social Work is Digital
Tafel.app demonstrates how digitalization can make social work more efficient without losing its humanity. Although the project did not go into productive use, it shows that technology and social responsibility can go hand in hand.
Learn More About Tafel.app
Although the project did not go into productive use, we learned a lot from it. The apps are still available in the app stores and demonstrate what would be technically possible.
Tafel.app – Digital transformation for social organizations
Developed by WebPX for Motus UG • Available in App Store and Google Play