ALmobile

A Mobile App UI/UX Transformation

ALMobile, a mobile application focused on inferring from workforce management, project tracking, and field service operations, required a significant modernization of its user interface and user experience. The existing design, while functional, presented opportunities for enhanced usability, improved data visualization, and a more contemporary aesthetic to better serve its users.

The Challenge: An Outdated Interface Hindering User Experience



The original ALMobile application faced several challenges common to legacy application designs. The target users—construction workers—often rely on the app in fast-paced, physically demanding job sites where time, clarity, and ease of use are critical. These users face unique constraints such as working in outdoor environments, wearing gloves, and needing to make quick decisions without excessive tapping or searching.




  • Dated Aesthetics: The visual design appeared outdated, potentially impacting user perception and engagement, particularly for users who are increasingly familiar with modern consumer-grade mobile apps.


  • Dense Information Display: Data around employee hours and project details was presented in a dense, list-based format, making it difficult for construction workers to quickly scan and digest key information while on the job.


  • Limited Hierarchy and Focus: Important metrics and actionable items lacked clear visual hierarchy, making it harder for users to quickly find what they needed, especially under time pressure.




Designed for the Field: Navigation and Clarity Built for Construction Workers


Keeping construction workers in mind—users who frequently operate mobile devices outdoors, often with large or gloved hands in fast-paced, physically demanding conditions—ensuring easy navigation and a clear information hierarchy were top priorities in the redesign.


Progressive Disclosure for Simplicity – The inclusion of an “Expand” option at the bottom of related sections introduces a progressive disclosure pattern, giving users the ability to drill into more detailed views only when needed. This keeps the primary interface clean and focused, avoiding visual overload while still offering depth for those who need it.





Intuitive Data Visualization – The redesign introduced a more sophisticated, user-friendly layout featuring distinct daily bars, color-coded hour types, clearer labels, and improved navigation with swipeable employee views. These enhancements provided better at-a-glance insight, easier comparison across employees, and suggested the ability to drill down into details via expandable sections—all contributing to a cleaner, more informative experience.




Improved Information Hierarchy and Navigation:


A clear personalized greeting and prominent display of current weather conditions enhance user context.

  • Key sections like "Employee Daily Hours," "Employee Weekly Hours," and "Production by Job" are clearly delineated using cards.


  • "Expand" functionalities allow users to access detailed information progressively, keeping the main dashboard view concise.


  • The bottom navigation bar is more prominent, with clear icons for "Dashboard," "Time," "Home," "Reports," and "Charts," improving overall app navigation.







Result


The redesign of the ALMobile application resulted in a significant transformation, moving from a purely functional interface to a user-centric and visually compelling experience.

  • Enhanced Readability and Scannability: The card-based layout and improved typography make it easier for users to quickly find and understand information.

  • Improved Data Comprehension: New data visualization techniques allow users to grasp key metrics and trends more intuitively.

  • Modernized Look and Feel: The updated aesthetics align the application with contemporary design standards, improving user perception and satisfaction.

  • Streamlined User Experience: Clearer navigation and information hierarchy contribute to a smoother and more efficient user workflow.

  • Increased User Engagement (Anticipated): A more visually appealing and intuitive interface is likely to lead to increased user engagement and adoption.




Conclusion


The ALMobile app redesign successfully transformed an outdated interface into a modern, intuitive, and visually engaging mobile experience. By focusing on clear information architecture, enhanced data visualization, and contemporary UI principles, the new design not only improves usability but also elevates the overall perception of the ALMobile application, making it a more powerful and enjoyable tool for its users.