MIFCO Digital Transformation
End-to-end digital transformation of Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company, revolutionizing fisheries operations from collection to billing through comprehensive mobile and back-office solutions
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A comprehensive end-to-end digitization of the Maldives’ largest fisheries operation, revolutionizing MIFCO’s workflow from fish collection at sea to billing and credit management through an integrated ecosystem of three applications.
Project Overview
Our team conducted an extensive study of MIFCO’s operations and developed a digital ecosystem that transformed how fishermen, collection vessels, and headquarters interact throughout the entire fishing value chain.
System Architecture
The digital transformation was built around three interconnected components that work seamlessly together:
1. Hoasa Mobile App (Flutter)
Public-facing mobile application for fishermen
- Fish collection queue management
- Bill viewing and tracking
- Collector vessel real-time tracking
- License and documentation management
- Digital wallet for MIFCO services
- Credit system integration
2. Collection Vessel Application
Specialized app for fish collection operations
- Real-time fish tallying and weighing
- Automatic bill generation
- Fishermen verification and documentation
- Collection data synchronization
- Vessel operation management
3. MIFCO HQ Management System
Comprehensive back-office dashboard
- Complete operations monitoring
- Fishermen and vessel management
- Comprehensive reporting and analytics
- Credit-debit system administration
- Service management (ice, diesel, etc.)
Core Features
Digital Fish Collection
- Digital queue management and real-time fish weighing
- Automatic bill generation with instant delivery
- Collection vessel tracking for transparency
Credit-Debit System
- Pending bills used as credit for MIFCO services (ice, diesel)
- Digital wallet with automated balance management
- Transparent transaction history and cashless operations
Vessel Operations
- Live tracking of all collection vessels
- Route optimization and capacity monitoring
- Performance analytics and emergency coordination
License Management
- Digital storage of fishing licenses and permits
- Expiration tracking with renewal alerts
- Compliance monitoring and paperless verification
Technical Implementation
Flutter Mobile App (Hoasa)
- Cross-platform iOS/Android compatibility
- Offline capability for remote areas with real-time sync
- Multi-language support (Dhivehi/English)
Collection Vessel App
- Marine environment rugged device compatibility
- Barcode/QR integration and digital scale connectivity
- GPS tracking with offline operation capabilities
Enterprise Dashboard
- Real-time data visualization and analytics
- Role-based access control and automated reporting
Credit System Innovation
The digital wallet transformed fishermen’s access to MIFCO services through:
- Integrated Services: Ice and diesel using accumulated credits
- Financial Transparency: Real-time balances, automated calculations, and digital receipts
- Credit Management: Transparent pricing with limit monitoring
Impact & Results
Enhanced Operations
- Fishermen: Eliminated waiting times, instant bill access, cashless services
- MIFCO: Complete operational visibility, automated processing, reduced overhead
- Industry: Set new digitization standards and pioneered credit systems in Maldivian fisheries
Key Innovations
Complete Digital Ecosystem
Seamless integration across queue registration, vessel tracking, automated billing, instant credit calculation, and headquarters monitoring.
Mobile-First Marine Operations
- First comprehensive digital fisheries system in Maldives
- Offline capabilities with real-time synchronization
- Optimized for remote fishing area operations
Transformative Credit Economy
Eliminated cash dependencies through transparent credit system based on fish sales, enabling immediate access to essential services.
Conclusion
The MIFCO Digital Transformation project represents a landmark achievement in fisheries technology, successfully digitizing every aspect of industrial fishing operations. Through the integrated ecosystem of Hoasa mobile app, collection vessel application, and headquarters management system, we created a comprehensive solution that revolutionized how the Maldivian fishing industry operates.
This project demonstrates the power of end-to-end digital transformation, showing how comprehensive technology solutions can modernize traditional industries while improving efficiency, transparency, and service quality for all stakeholders. The innovative credit system and real-time operational management capabilities have set new standards for fisheries management in the Maldives and beyond.