Case Study

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YPF Solar, a major player in Argentina's renewable energy sector, sought to develop a comprehensive platform to manage the installation and implementation of solar panels across the country. The goal was to create an efficient system to streamline project management, resource allocation, and communication between certified technicians and clients. The platform needed to ensure a seamless integration of services, manage large-scale deployments, and provide reliable, scalable solutions even under heavy usage.

Year

2022 - 23

Client

YPF Solar

Project Type

Responsive WebApp

Keywords

Data, Product Design, UX/UI, Development, Deployment

Overview

Streamlining Solar Panel Deployment with an Innovative Project Management Platform

Problem

YPF Solar, a major player in Argentina's renewable energy sector, faced challenges in managing the large-scale deployment of solar panels across the country. Coordinating certified technicians, tracking resource allocation, and maintaining clear communication between teams and clients was complex and time-consuming. YPF Solar needed a comprehensive platform that could handle the increasing demand for solar installations, ensure timely project delivery, and remain scalable under heavy usage. The lack of a centralized system for project management hindered efficient workflows, causing delays and inconsistent service quality.

Solution

Our team developed a robust project management platform tailored to YPF Solar’s needs. The platform allows seamless integration of project management tools, enabling YPF Solar to oversee the entire lifecycle of solar panel installations. Certified technicians can now easily communicate with clients, track progress in real time, and allocate resources efficiently. The system's core features include real-time project tracking, automated resource distribution, and scalability to handle peak usage without compromising performance. Built with an intuitive user interface, the platform simplifies complex operations, ensuring smoother deployments and higher customer satisfaction. By streamlining operations, YPF Solar can now focus on expanding its renewable energy efforts while maintaining top-tier service quality.

Stack

Discovery

Understanding the problem

Deep Dive

During the Discovery phase, we conducted extensive consultations with YPF Solar's project management team, certified technicians, and key stakeholders. The goal was to thoroughly understand the logistical challenges in managing large-scale solar panel installations across Argentina. This phase focused on identifying pain points in resource allocation, technician coordination, and communication with clients. By gathering insights from technical teams and decision-makers, we ensured that the platform would directly address their specific operational needs and support YPF Solar’s expansion goals.

Definitions

In the Definitions phase, we established the technical and functional requirements for YPF Solar’s project management platform. This included defining key features such as real-time project tracking, automated resource distribution, and scalable infrastructure to handle peak usage periods. The phase also involved designing an intuitive user interface that would allow technicians and managers to efficiently manage complex operations, ensuring that all deployments were completed on time and with consistent quality. Setting these clear objectives was critical to ensuring the platform's success in enhancing YPF Solar's overall operational efficiency.

Key Takeaways
01

We identified the critical pain points in solar panel deployment, including resource allocation inefficiencies, technician coordination challenges, and communication gaps between teams and clients.

02

The platform was built with scalability in mind, ensuring that it could handle YPF Solar’s growing operations, manage multiple concurrent projects, and adapt to increased demands during peak periods.

03

An intuitive user interface was developed to facilitate seamless communication between certified technicians, project managers, and clients, allowing for real-time updates, progress tracking, and immediate issue resolution.

04

Automated resource distribution was implemented, ensuring that technicians were provided with the necessary materials and support to complete installations efficiently and on schedule.

05

The platform was optimized for large-scale deployments, ensuring it could handle the complex logistical needs of managing solar panel installations across Argentina while maintaining performance under heavy usage.

06

A framework for continuous improvements was established to allow for the ongoing integration of new data and technologies as YPF Solar continues to expand and innovate in the renewable energy sector.

Design

Design System

After defining the core components, we created a cohesive design system that ensured consistency across the entire platform. This system included standardized UI elements, such as buttons, icons, and input fields, along with a clear color scheme and typography. The design system aimed to provide a seamless user experience, allowing users to interact with the web app intuitively and efficiently.

User Interface and Simulation

The interface was designed to allow users to easily manage and monitor every stage of the solar panel installation process. Through an intuitive interface, users can efficiently oversee agents, technicians, and projects.
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User and Agent Management. The platform includes a robust user management module, allowing administrators to create, edit, and manage profiles, roles, and user permissions centrally. This feature includes the ability to assign technicians and agents to specific projects, ensuring an optimal distribution of human resources.
Project Management and Coverage. The system features mapping tools that allow users to define coverage areas for solar panel installations. Users can select zones directly on an interactive map, helping to optimize work routes and ensure that projects are strategically located for maximum efficiency.
Scalability and Automation. The platform is designed to be scalable and to support large-scale operations, managing multiple projects across various provinces in Argentina simultaneously. With the ability to automate task assignments and generate real-time reports, the platform significantly reduces the need for manual management.
Advanced Filters and Customization. Users can apply advanced filters to customize data views according to their specific needs. This allows for more detailed management and informed decision-making based on project-specific data.

WebApp

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