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Tafel.app - Digital Transformation for Social Organizations

A comprehensive mobile-first solution for food banks: from customer management to QR-code-based distribution

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Client

Motus UG (for Tafel Deutschland)

Project Duration

2 months

Website

tafel.app

Technologies

Flutter Laravel Supabase

Project Overview

Tafel.app is a groundbreaking digital solution developed by WebPX on behalf of Motus UG. The platform demonstrates how technology and social work can harmonize perfectly. We developed a comprehensive solution consisting of two mobile apps and a web dashboard, specifically designed for use by Tafel Deutschland and with the potential to revolutionize the work of food banks across Germany. The project exemplifies how thoughtful digitalization could not only increase efficiency but also create more time for what matters most: connecting with people.

Commissioned by Motus UG, we developed a solution consisting of three closely integrated components: the Tafel.app for customers (digital registration and virtual queuing), the Tafel Scanner for staff (QR-code-based check-in system), and a web platform for administration. All components were developed with a focus on usability and accessibility, as the target group at Tafel Deutschland is very diverse - from young families to elderly people without smartphone experience.

Particularly challenging was developing a solution that works for both tech-savvy and less experienced users. Through intensive user research and iterative prototyping phases, a platform emerged that maps complex processes in an intuitive way. Strict GDPR compliance was not just a legal necessity but a core feature that builds trust among sensitive target groups.

The calculated potential of the solution we developed for Motus UG with nationwide deployment is impressive: Over 300,000 hours of volunteer work could be saved annually, while simultaneously improving service quality for food bank customers. The completely free and ad-free solution would enable even smaller food banks to benefit from digitalization. We are currently working to start a pilot project with Tafel Deutschland to demonstrate practical implementation and real impact.

Challenges

01

Diverse Target Group

App design for various user groups - from digital natives to smartphone beginners

02

Sensitive Data Processing

GDPR-compliant handling of personal social data with highest security standards

03

Offline Functionality

Reliable function even with unstable internet connection in social institutions

04

Free Model

Development of a sustainable, completely free solution for Tafel Deutschland

05

Scalable Architecture

System for nationwide use by Tafel Deutschland with diverse local structures

Solutions

Technical Innovations

Innovative Approaches for Your Success

smartphone

Dual-App Architecture

Specialized apps for customers and staff

Flutter for cross-platform development
Optimized UX for different user groups
Seamless synchronization between apps
Native performance on iOS and Android
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QR-Code Integration

Contactless check-in process

Dynamic QR-code generation
Offline QR-code scanner
Automatic authorization check
Real-time queue updates
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Privacy by Design

GDPR-compliant architecture with Supabase

End-to-end encryption
Granular access rights via Supabase Auth
Automatic data deletion
European server infrastructure
dns

Laravel Backend

Robust server architecture

RESTful API design
Comprehensive input validation
Security middleware
Automated backup systems

Results

300k+

Potential Time Savings

Hours/Year

€3.2M

Calculated Cost Savings

Germany

7.5t

Potential Waste Reduction

Waste/Year

Technical Highlights:

  • βœ… 100% GDPR Compliance - Complete privacy implementation
  • βœ… 0% Costs for Food Banks - Completely free usage model
  • βœ… Cross-Platform Apps - Native iOS and Android applications
  • βœ… Offline Functionality - Usable without internet
  • βœ… Modern Tech Stack - Flutter, Laravel, Supabase
  • βœ… €400,000 Material Savings - Calculated potential savings

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