To address these challenges, I ensured that the app was not only practical for CHWs but also scalable for broader implementation. We began by conducting extensive user research to understand the day-to-day experiences and challenges of CHWs, as well as the needs of the healthcare professionals monitoring the data.

The design process started with creating wireframe prototypes that were rigorously tested with the ASHA Nepal team and a select group of healthcare workers. We gathered feedback through real-world testing to iterate and refine the app.

To keep the interface accessible to non-technical users, we used simple visual cues and a simple logical user flow, allowing CHWs to easily navigate through the app even with minimal digital literacy. This approach ensured that the app could function under the constraints of limited internet access, while still meeting the core healthcare needs of the region.

Once we successfully designed the app to allow CHWs to collect patient health data in the field, the next step was ensuring that this data could be synced reliably to a central server. We integrated a background syncing mechanism into the app, which allowed CHWs to collect data offline and automatically sync it when they gained access to a stable internet connection. This functionality ensured that data integrity was maintained, even in remote areas with unreliable connectivity.

To complete the healthcare ecosystem, we integrated the app with Medicord, a platform developed by my startup, to provide a doctor's portal. This web-based portal allowed the region’s doctors to view and manage patient data collected by CHWs. The portal was designed with a focus on simplicity and efficiency, enabling the doctor to view patient records, categorized by session and patient.

While the Medicord platform was not the primary focus of the project, its integration was crucial to ensure a seamless experience for the doctor, closing the loop on the data collected in the field.