Editorial system for Abimanufaktur GmbH
case study
10.06.2024
For Abimanufaktur GmbH, we developed an intelligent software platform that digitizes and streamlines the entire yearbook creation process—from content creation to final layout. The solution enables students to plan, customize, and design their yearbook according to their individual vision.
This case study shows
How we digitized the entire editorial process at Abimanufaktur GmbH and transformed it into a scalable, powerful software solution.
How we developed a budget-optimized product with intuitive UX and fast print data export using a lean MVP approach.
how process automation saves over 4,000 working hours and up to €60,000 in layout costs annually.
how the solution lays the foundation for growth-promoting scaling and sustainable efficiency gains.
The challenge: scaling failed due to manual processes
Abimanufaktur GmbH, which specializes in graduation newspapers, was facing a growth problem: the third-party app it had been using was inflexible, offered a poor user experience, and could no longer meet the complex data export requirements for Adobe InDesign.
The goal was clear, but the budget was limited:
Development of a custom, future-ready software solution
Optimal usability for all users (students and designers)
Supporting the entire value chain—from concept to print-ready files
Our solution: Lean MVP approach & high-performance architecture
As an end-to-end partner, typedigital took care of the entire implementation process—from strategy to rollout. Thanks to our agile MVP approach (Scrum), we were able to use the budget efficiently while creating a high-performance, future-proof software architecture.
In the product definition workshop, we developed personas and user story maps to prioritize the most important features and make the most effective use of the budget.
Development of interactive prototypes with a focus on intuitive operation and collaborative content structuring – specifically for students.
Implementation of Go microservices for maximum cloud performance and fast, error-free XML print data exports for Adobe InDesign.
Thanks to Scrum, we were able to respond flexibly and involve customers in the development process on a weekly basis.
Strategy & MVP definition
In the product definition workshop, we developed personas and user story maps to prioritize the most important features and make the most effective use of the budget.
UX/UI design
Development of interactive prototypes with a focus on intuitive operation and collaborative content structuring – specifically for students.
Backend & Scaling
Implementation of Go microservices for maximum cloud performance and fast, error-free XML print data exports for Adobe InDesign.
Agile project management
Thanks to Scrum, we were able to respond flexibly and involve customers in the development process on a weekly basis.
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Maximum usability meets efficiency
The outcome
The new digital editorial system is tailored precisely to the target group and sets new standards for efficiency and user-friendliness.
Maximum usability
Students can collaboratively add content (chapters, rankings, quotes) and set deadlines. Simplified registration (via link) ensures high acceptance.
Full design control
CI-compliant layout with brand colors and logo strengthens branding and recognition.
Process automation
Automated PDF viewing and efficient XML export for InDesign graphic designers revolutionized the prepress process.
The result
The introduction of the new software brought immediate measurable results—in terms of time, costs, and growth.
Estimated time savings
Massive increase in efficiency in the editorial process
Cost savings Layout
Achieved through more efficient XML data export (no more manual processing required)
license cost savings
Elimination of costs for third-party solutions
Why typedigital was the ideal partner
This project allowed us to fully leverage our strengths as a digital product agency:
Lean & budget-conscious:
Through a smart MVP strategy and modular design systems, we developed a top-notch product despite limited resources.
Technological excellence:
State-of-the-art web technologies such as Next.js and Go microservices ensure maximum performance and scalability.
Focus on results:
Each feature was designed to deliver measurable added value—greater efficiency, lower costs, satisfied users.
Testimonial
Abimanufaktur´s testimony about us
Thanks to the help of typedigital, we have developed an app,
that is specifically tailored to the needs of our customers,
of our clients, the high school graduates.
and makes the creation of an Abi yearbook a breeze.
CEO of Abimanufaktur
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Let´s create something big together!
Andreas Kottre
CEO & Technical Lead
