How QueryNow Delivered a Mobile-First Digital Workplace for the adidas Group in 90 Days

Executive Summary

In just 90 days, QueryNow transformed the digital workplace for the adidas Group by replacing a legacy, high-maintenance intranet with a modern, mobile-first solution on Office 365. Faced with challenges such as limited mobile access and escalating maintenance costs, our team of analysts, architects, and consultants deployed a fully responsive UI that integrated essential tools such as news feeds, custom applications, and Yammer social collaboration. The result was a future-proof digital platform that enabled real-time collaboration on the go and led to an impressive increase in user adoption in the first month.

The Challenge

The adidas Group was burdened by an aging intranet system that was:

• Outdated: The legacy environment was difficult to maintain and scale, leading to high IT overhead costs.
• Non-Mobile: No mobile support meant employees couldn’t access vital information on-the-go, hindering productivity in today’s fast-paced environment.
• Lacking Integration: Critical business applications and collaboration tools, such as the company news, enterprise apps, and Yammer, were siloed, reducing overall operational efficiency.

Our Approach: Assessment & Architecture

QueryNow’s approach was systematic and agile. The key steps included:

• Comprehensive Assessment: Our experts conducted a series of workshops and technical assessments to pinpoint the limitations of the legacy solution and define the desired state.
• Office 365 Integration: Leveraging the cloud capabilities of Office 365, we redeveloped the intranet using a responsive UI design optimized for tablets and smartphones. Office 365’s robust suite provided the perfect foundation for a modern digital workplace.
• Responsive Design Implementation: By using modern web design frameworks coupled with Office 365’s integration points, we built a solution that automatically adapts to different screen sizes, ensuring a uniform user experience.
• Integration of Key Components: The new intranet integrated real-time news feeds, mission-critical apps, and the Yammer social feed, centralizing communication and collaboration.

Technical Insights & Best Practices

The backbone of the solution was Office 365, which offered a seamless combination of collaboration and business productivity tools. Here are some technical highlights:

• Responsive UI Strategy: We adopted a mobile-first design approach by employing CSS frameworks like Bootstrap for rapid prototyping and validation that the user interface scales seamlessly from desktop to mobile devices.
• Office 365 APIs & Web Parts: Critical components such as the news feed and Yammer were integrated using Office 365 APIs and custom web parts, ensuring that employees receive up-to-date content without leaving the intranet portal.
• Simplified Deployment: The agile nature of Office 365 allowed for continuous delivery and updates. Integration with Microsoft Flow automated several backend processes, which helped streamline workflows.

Our Role: Analysts, Architects, and Consultants

QueryNow’s multidisciplinary team was pivotal throughout the project lifecycle. Our roles encompassed:

• Analysis: Conducting in-depth assessments and gathering business requirements to craft a tailored solution backed by measurable impact.
• Architecture: Designing a scalable, secure, and mobile-first digital environment using Office 365 as the backbone.
• Consulting: Guiding the adidas Group through change management, ensuring a smooth transition, and providing post-deployment support with best practices for long-term success.

Results & Key Metrics

The transformation delivered tangible benefits for the adidas Group:

• Enhanced Collaboration: Real-time access to critical information from any device resulted in increased operational efficiency.
• Future-proof Infrastructure: Leveraging Office 365 provided a scalable, cloud-native solution with built-in security and compliance.
• User Adoption: User engagement soared with a significant increase in adoption by X% during the first month post-launch.

Client Testimonial: "QueryNow's expertise not only modernized our digital workspace but also empowered our teams to collaborate effectively on the go. The seamless integration with Office 365 has been a game changer for us." – IT Director, adidas Group.

Visual Timeline of the Project

The following timeline graphic outlines the key milestones of the 90-day transformation journey:

• Week 1-2: Assessment & Requirement Gathering – Detailed workshops to understand the limitations of the legacy system.
• Week 3-4: Architectural Blueprint – Designing a mobile-first layout and configuring Office 365 integrations.
• Week 5-8: Development & Integration – Building the responsive UI, integrating content feeds, and developing custom connectors with Office 365 APIs.
• Week 9-10: User Acceptance & Testing – Iterative testing to ensure seamless functionality and optimal performance.
• Week 11-12: Deployment & Training – Final roll-out and comprehensive training sessions to guarantee smooth adoption.

Conclusion & Next Steps

The adidas Group’s success story is a clear testament to the power of modern cloud technologies and agile deployment strategies. By embracing Office 365 and a mobile-first development approach, QueryNow not only solved long-standing productivity issues but also set a new standard for enterprise collaboration and digital workplace innovation.

For businesses looking to modernize their digital infrastructure, the path is clear: conduct a thorough assessment of current systems, adopt proven cloud services like Office 365, and ensure that mobile responsiveness is at the core of your strategy. QueryNow’s methodology and the resulting business benefits provide a solid roadmap for similar transformations.

Ready to transform your digital workplace? Contact our team of experts to learn how we can help you achieve rapid deployment and sustainable success in a mobile-first world.