Mobile Administration – Secure and efficient solutions for public administration

Efficient handling of administrative tasks requires staff to be able to work securely and in compliance with the law, even whilst on the move. Mobile apps offer a decisive advantage here by enabling data to be captured and processed digitally on the spot, which significantly speeds up work processes. A familiar scenario is the use of mobile devices by the police to record accidents or during customs checks. However, the challenge lies in designing these applications securely.

Materna offers solutions

For decades, Materna’s Software Factory has been developing specialist applications for various sectors such as customs, the judiciary, internal security and transport. With the growing demand from public authorities for mobile and ultra-mobile solutions, the implementation of mobile-specific requirements has now become standard practice.

Materna offers solutions that meet both the specialist requirements of public administration and the highest security standards. A prime example is the SecurePIM solution from Materna Virtual Solution, which is available for iOS and Android, has been certified by the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI), and is authorised for mobile work with classified information (VS-NfD and NATO RESTRICTED). This solution ensures that sensitive data remains protected, even when it is captured and processed on mobile devices. Another example is the support for Apple’s indigo concept, which is also BSI-certified and provides additional security.

Success factors: usability and security

These applications serve as the foundation for bespoke solutions. Building on this secure foundation, Materna develops customised solutions that are precisely tailored to the customer’s needs. This means customers benefit not only from a robust security infrastructure, but also from solutions that optimise work processes and boost efficiency.

A user-friendly design of the apps is essential to ensure they can be used effectively in day-to-day work. Our Business Development Manager, Timon Schmotz, sums it up as follows: “We deliberately simplify complex technical aspects so that apps can be used effectively on a small screen whilst still being legally compliant.” One aim is for each application to comprise a maximum of seven screens, to ensure intuitive operation.

Innovation and future prospects

Solutions such as SecurePIM and new developments for Apple’s indigo concept are driving mobile administration forward. These developments pave the way for more flexible and efficient administration that meets the demands of the digital future. The combination of secure platforms and user-friendly applications ensures that administration not only meets current requirements but is also equipped to handle future challenges.

The key advance today is that the business-critical expertise of public administration can be made available in a mobile and secure manner. This makes administrative processes more flexible and faster overall. Employees and members of the public alike are already experiencing digital mobilisation on a daily basis in their private lives. These user experiences are now increasingly being applied to the world of work within public administration.