Apps with love took over the hosting and operation of the existing Dräggwägg app in 2022. The redesign and redevelopment of the app was then tackled step by step.
In a joint workshop we sharpened our common understanding of the project as a basis and discussed ideas for future features. The redeveloped Dräggwägg app then went live in May 2024.
When taking over existing software, it is important that we understand exactly what the code quality is like, what the system landscape looks like and what components are being used. The latter is particularly important in order to assess the sustainability of the software and its compatibility for future developments and operating system updates.
That's why we took a close look at the existing app and infrastructure before deciding which technologies should be used in the future.
To make certain features - such as the newsfeed - easier to implement in the future, we developed a CMS based on Statamic, our "go to" CMS. This gives the Bau- und Verkehrsdepartement more flexibility and autonomy when publishing new content.
Once we fully understood the initial situation and the code of the existing app, it was clear that the first step in the new development would be to replace the backend. The existing system was unstable and "buggy", which resulted in high operating and support costs. A solution had to be found as quickly as possible to minimise these costs and create a more reliable app for users before we could tackle the new frontend and new features.
Parallel to the new development of the backend, we started the redesign. This included not only a new content structure and a more modern UI, but also new features. In particular, the newsfeed, which was originally intended for the existing app but was never fully implemented, was rethought and realized from scratch.
The app's new design gives the content more space and ensures a better overview and readability. Thanks to the use of icons and specific colors, the app has become tidier and much more appealing. The new placement of content and features and the new navigation concept have made the app scalable, so nothing stands in the way of the integration of new features in the future.
Compared to the old app, there are fewer redirects to the web, enabling a consistent user experience.
«With Apps with love, we have a great partner at our side. They understand both our needs and the needs of the target group very well and have helped us to take the Dräggwägg app to a new level and make it sustainable. We particularly appreciate the flexibility and uncomplicated approach that the project team has shown throughout the entire development process.»
Dominik Egli, Head of municipal cleaning
Dräggwägg reminds you of the next waste, paper or green waste collection in time and provides information on all collection dates at the desired location. The app provides information on the correct disposal of different types of waste and helps you find disposal points. Dräggwägg offers Basel residents convenient, efficient access to the city's waste disposal services.
Thanks to Dräggwägg, users always have an overview of the next disposal dates for cardboard & paper, household rubbish or green waste collection at their desired location.
Thanks to push notifications, users are reminded of the desired collection dates and never miss waste disposal again.
The collection of green waste, bulky waste and other materials can be registered directly in the app. Collections can also be easily cancelled if necessary.
How do I dispose of cooking oil correctly? What do I do with the Christmas tree? The A-Z with practical search function contains information on the correct disposal of all types of waste.
The integrated map shows all waste disposal points in the region. The locations can be filtered according to specific disposal points.
The latest information on the services of the Basel city cleaning service and updates to the Dräggwägg app.
