Onboarding
Bechtle Onboarding is a conceptual app designed to modernize the onboarding experience for new Bechtle employees. With around 100 new hires each month, the company needed a structured, user-friendly digital system that guides employees through their first days, provides clarity, and bundles all relevant information in one place.The result was the Bechtle Compass — a digital guide with a strong visual identity and a modular UX framework that supports employees step by step.
Design Challenges & Creative Approach
One of the main design challenges was transforming a traditionally text-heavy onboarding process into something visually engaging, intuitive, and easy to navigate. To achieve this, the interface was built around: A modular UI system Clear visual modules for “Tasks,” “Information,” “Navigation,” and “Help” were developed, allowing users to quickly understand where they are and what they should do next. A recognizable visual identity The design integrates dialogue elements (speech bubbles, cards, icons) to reflect communication, support, and interaction — core values of a good onboarding process. Each UI element was carefully structured to avoid cognitive overload. Consistent UI patterns & scalable layouts Every screen — from mobile to desktop — needed to be consistent, scalable, and usable without onboarding itself. The layout grid, spacing system, and color hierarchy were designed to support clarity and quick scanning. Motion & micro-interactions A subtle animation for the PULS/Compass icon reinforces the interactive nature of the tool. Transitions and micro-interactions were used to guide attention and improve usability. Gamification elements Designing the visual language for “Quests,” points, avatars, and rewards required a balance between corporate identity and playful motivation. The challenge: modern, friendly, but still professional.
Result & Impact
The final concept presents a unified onboarding platform designed to be visually structured, intuitive, and motivating. It helps new employees quickly find their way around the company, stay informed, and feel supported — without relying on printed materials or scattered information. The system provides: • a clean, modern UI tailored to Bechtle’s corporate environment • an interactive structure that reduces stress for new employees • a consistent digital presence across mobile and desktop • a scalable foundation for future onboarding content The concept demonstrates how thoughtful design can transform a complex, multi-step onboarding process into an accessible and engaging digital experience.
