Catalyst by
2040 Trade Worker Vehicle
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2040 Trade Worker Vehicle 〰️
Overview
Roles
UX Designer System Designer
Time taken
4 months
Team
Prithvi Vetrivel, lex Michael, Jean-Pierre Ledermann
Personas
Highly skilled plumber overshadowed by his knack for misplacing tools
New, eager electrician navigating the challenges of staying organized and managing her time effectively.
As an elderly HVAC Technician, advancing technology outpaces his expertise, he finds his future uncertain
Target audience
Plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians are at the forefront of a rebounding home service trade industry, driven by growing demand for skilled labor in a rapidly evolving world. With aging infrastructure in need of upgrades, a surge in eco-conscious building projects, and advancements in smart technologies, the work of these professionals is more essential than ever.
User Journey
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The Catalyst Companion app streamlines client-service communication by enabling users to scan worksite issues and submit help requests directly from their devices. Each request is automatically routed to available Catalyst drivers, who can assess and accept or decline the job based on proximity and capacity. Designed with simplicity and responsiveness in mind, the app ensures a seamless, intuitive experience, reducing downtime and improving service efficiency.
The Catalyst dashboard offers a centralized control hub for the trade worker's vehicle. With modules for navigation, job management, AI interaction, and media, it empowers the driver to access tools and information effortlessly. A customizable interface adapts to user preference, balancing situational awareness with immersive functionality. The layout promotes task prioritization without overwhelming the user, ensuring a safe, ergonomic, and productive workspace on the move.
The vehicle’s smart cluster delivers real-time navigation and diagnostics with pinpoint accuracy. Featuring a zoomed-in, adaptive map that highlights turns, hazards, and traffic flow, it enhances spatial awareness during critical maneuvers. Integrated status indicators and AI communication tools provide proactive alerts and recommendations. Fully customizable to suit diverse work conditions and visual needs, the cluster ensures that essential information is always front and center.
The rear of the vehicle is highly functional and adaptable, featuring a fully customizable storage bay with a sliding rear cover.
Catalyst is able to expand horizontally upon reaching the job site, revealing a workbench.
Trade-specific toolkits can be seamlessly swapped out at the start of the day, based on the assigned job schedule.
