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Mobile & web accessibility

Stay connected to your workflows—anytime, anywhere.

Unifize is designed for flexibility across devices. Whether you’re reviewing approvals on the go, updating records from the shop floor, or analyzing dashboards at your desk, the Unifize experience is optimized for how and where you work.

This section explains the different ways to access Unifize—from full-featured desktop views to lightweight mobile tools.

Options to Access Unifize

Unifize gives your team flexible access without compromising usability. Choose the right interface for the task—desktop for deep work, mobile for on-the-go collaboration, and Lite for everything in between.

Unifize Lite

Unifize Lite is a simplified, browser-based version of Unifize designed for external collaborators who do not have a Unifize account. It allows users—such as suppliers, auditors, or external stakeholders—to access and respond to a specific record without needing to sign up or log into the full platform.

This enables fast, secure, and structured collaboration outside your organization, while keeping everything traceable within Unifize.

Why it's useful

Unifize Lite empowers external collaborators to contribute directly to records, without needing to log in or have a full Unifize account. With secure access to a single record, they can stay informed, complete tasks, and keep communication centralized through My Inbox-style threads. It’s fast, controlled collaboration—extended beyond your organization.

Unifize Lite is triggered when:

Unifize Lite

A lightweight browser-based version for fast, focused updates—ideal for field teams and mobile users.

Mobile App

Available on iOS and Android, the mobile app lets you manage tasks, chat in context, and complete checklists from your phone.

Web App vs Unifize Lite

Understand the differences between the full web experience and the Lite version, and when to use each.

A user is added to a record using their email address.

  • They are assigned checklist items or added for approval actions.

  • They receive an email invitation with a direct link to a record.

    1. The external user receives an email with a direct link to the record.

    2. Clicking the link opens the record in Unifize Lite using their browser.

    3. The user is placed in the record thread, similar to how internal users see it in My Inbox.

    4. Without needing an account, they can:

      • View the full record thread

      • Post responses in the thread

      • Update checklist items (if assigned)

    • Only the specific record they were invited to—nothing else in the Org

    • Record metadata like title, status, due date, and participants

    • Relevant checklist sections

    • Any uploaded or generated documents

    • Use Unifize Lite for external reviews, approvals, or incident responses.

    • Clearly assign responsibilities using checklist actions (e.g. approvals or verifications).

    • Provide context in the first message so external users know what action is needed.

    • If access is no longer required, remove the user from the record to revoke visibility.

    • Ensure only trusted users receive the Lite record link.

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    How to use

    When do users get access?

    Accessing a record via Unifize Lite

    What they can access

    Best practices

    Mobile app

    The Unifize Mobile App brings the full power of Unifize to your pocket—allowing users to access Records, complete checklist actions, and collaborate with their team in real-time, from anywhere. Whether you're on the shop floor, traveling, or away from your desk, the mobile app ensures you stay connected and productive.

    Available for both iOS and Android, the app is optimized for speed, clarity, and task-focused interactions.

    1. Download the app from the or .

    2. Log in

    View and download attached files (e.g. signed PDFs)
    using your Unifize email and password.
  • Once logged in, you’ll land on the Homescreen, which provides a high-level view of your assigned tasks, active Records, and pending approvals.

    • Homescreen Overview: View open tasks, pending items, and quick links to critical Records.

    • My Inbox: Access all Records you’re involved in and stay updated on discussions.

    • Record Interaction: Open Records to view threads, post updates, and respond to checklist items.

    • Checklist Editing: Complete fields, add comments, and upload documents or photos directly.

    • Push Notifications: Get real-time alerts for mentions, assignments, and Record updates.

    • Attachments: Upload or preview files like PDFs, images, and documents directly within a Record.

    • Designed for fast, touch-friendly interaction on the go.

    • Swipe and tap navigation for seamless transitions between Records and sections.

    • Ability to capture and upload media instantly into checklists or Record threads.

    Tip: Use the mobile camera to capture and upload evidence or documentation directly into a Record while on-site.

    • Enable push notifications to ensure timely action on checklist items or approvals.

    • Use the Homescreen to prioritize your most urgent tasks before diving into Records.

    • Capture on-the-go inputs—photos, notes, updates—using the app’s upload features.

    • Archive or resolve completed Records in My Inbox for a focused mobile view.

    • For process configuration and bulk workflows, use the Web App for full administrative capabilities.


    The Unifize Mobile App delivers a focused, powerful experience for teams who need to stay connected to workflows in the field or on the move. From Homescreen insights to real-time collaboration and checklist completion, the mobile app ensures that work doesn’t stop when you're away from your desk.

    How to Use

    Getting Started

    App Store
    Google Play Store

    Key Features on Mobile

    Mobile Experience Highlights

    Best Practices

    PWA

    Platform ID: FU-10134

    Document Version: 1.0

    Date: 30-10-2025

    Introduction

    The Progressive Web App (PWA) is a mobile form factor of the Unifize platform, designed to make key workflows accessible on mobile while retaining the performance and structure of the web application. Built on the same foundation as the Unifize Web App, the PWA enables users to carry out operational work such as viewing records, completing checklists, participating in conversations, and managing approvals directly from their mobile devices.

    PWA uses the same front-end and back-end services as the Web App to ensure consistent data, permissions, and behavior across devices. It can be launched directly from a mobile browser and added to the home screen for a near-native experience.

    Technical Overview

    Unlike the Web App, the PWA is not designed for configuration or administration. It focuses purely on execution and collaboration, allowing both admins and org members to act on preconfigured workflows, processes, and records based on their role permissions.

    All configuration activities, including process setup, report creation, role management, and dashboard design, remain centralized in the Web App to ensure control, compliance, and performance. Once configured there, both admins and users can access and act on the same operational data via the PWA.

    To sum it up

    • What it is: A Progressive Web App that extends the Unifize experience to mobile.

    • What it is not: It is not a separate feature or admin console. The PWA does not include configuration or management functions. It is intentionally built as a lightweight execution layer for users to interact with already configured workflows from the Web App.

    • Audience: Both admins and org members who want to manage daily work, conversations, and record actions from mobile devices.

    Follow the steps below to download and access the Unifize Progressive Web App (PWA) based on your device type.

    1. Open on Google Chrome browser.

    1. Tap the three dots in the top-right corner of the Chrome browser.

    2. Select “Add to Home screen.”

    1. A pop-up will appear with an "Install" option. Click on the same to trigger the PWA download process on your device.

    2. To confirm installation, click on the "Install" option.

    1. The installation process will begin.

    1. Once installed, the app will now appear on your home screen. You can launch Unifize directly by clicking on the app.


    1. Open on the Safari browser.

    1. Click on the three dots at the bottom right corner of the browser. Then, click on the "Share" button.

    1. From the menu, select “Add to Home Screen.”

    1. To confirm the installation, click on the "Add" button

    1. Once installed, the app will now appear on your home screen. You can launch Unifize directly by clicking on the app.

    Once you have installed and launched the PWA, follow the steps below to sign in as an SSO user.

    Steps to Sign In

    1. After launching the app, enter your Unifize organization email address in the login field.

    2. Based on your login state with your organization’s Identity Provider (IdP), one of the following scenarios will apply:

      1. Scenario 1: You are already logged in to your IdP on your browser (Android)

    Check out the .

    The Progressive Web App (PWA) mirrors the core structure and navigation of the Unifize Web App but presents it in a mobile-optimized layout.

    In the Web App, the primary navigation is displayed vertically on the left sidebar. In the PWA, this is adapted into a bottom navigation bar for mobile accessibility.

    Bottom navigation icons include:

    1. Home - Takes the user to the Home Screen with configured reports, charts, and an option to create new records.

    2. My Inbox - Opens the Inbox where users can access configured processes and records.

    3. “+” (Create) - Opens a quick-action menu to create a Record, Feed, Conversation, or Approval.

    The Profile section is the first entry point in the Web App and contains all user account–related and organization–level settings. In the PWA, this section is simplified to include only essential options required for app management and session control.

    Visible in PWA

    • Refresh: Reloads the PWA instance to fetch the latest data.

    • About Unifize: Displays information about the platform version.

    • Update App: Triggers a manual refresh to get the latest PWA release.

    Not visible in PWA (Web-only)

    • Update Name

    • Change Profile Picture

    • Change Password

    • Preferences

    Note: Admins must continue using the Web App for organization configuration, user roles, SSO setup, and other administrative functions.

    The Home Screen serves as the central landing page in both the Web App and PWA.

    Available in PWA

    • Configured Reports: Reports and charts that are configured in the Web App are visible on the home screen and can be opened directly.

    • Start New Record: The Start New Record button allows users to create new records within existing processes.

    Not available in PWA

    • On the web app, clicking on reports redirects you to the Manage View section of that record. Since the Manage View is not available on PWA, clicking on reports will just redirect users to the record.

    • Downloading charts from the Home Screen

    The My Inbox section is the core workspace for users and includes both records and chatrooms. Each record opens a dedicated chatroom view.

    Available in PWA

    • View all assigned and owned records.

    • Apply filters on records identical to those on the Web App (e.g., Status, Owner, Due Date).

    • Open records and interact with their chatrooms.

    Record Header Fields visible in PWA

    • Status

    • Record Owner

    • Participants

    • Due Date

    Unavailable in PWA

    • The More menu inside records (including Process Builder and advanced configuration).

    • Creating or editing checklist templates or workflow settings.

    In summary, users can perform record-level operations but not process-level configurations in PWA.

    The Direct Messages section allows private or group conversations outside specific records or processes.

    Available in PWA

    • Send and receive messages in real time.

    • Apply filters and sorting similar to the web app.

    • Share files, images, or documents.

    Unavailable in PWA

    • Managing or configuring chatroom rules or notifications (Web-only).

    The Dashboard in the Web App provides access to the configuration of charts, KPIs, and analytics related to user activities and process performance.

    At present, the Dashboard section is not available in PWA.

    The Contacts section on the Web App lists all organization members, their groups, and permissions.

    This section is not part of the PWA.

    Unavailable in PWA

    • Viewing contact lists or groups.

    • Creating new contact groups.

    • Adding or removing organization members.

    All contact-related administration continues through the Web App.

    The Manage View is the central configuration area in the Web App where admins can create, modify, and manage Processes, Reports, and Forms.

    This section is not available in PWA.

    Unavailable in PWA

    • Creating or editing Processes.

    • Creating or modifying Forms.

    • Designing or managing Reports.

    • Accessing Process Builder, Advanced Settings, or any other configuration layer.

    However, the effects of Manage View configurations are visible in PWA. For example:

    • Users can create new records for preconfigured processes.

    • Reports configured in the Web App are displayed and accessible on the Home Screen.

    Note: All configuration activities remain restricted to the Web App, while PWA supports the operational execution of those configurations.


    The Unifize Progressive Web App (PWA) is designed as an execution environment for mobile to allow users to act on records, conversations, checklists, and approvals from anywhere.

    It is not intended for configuration or administration. Any configuration for all the features on the Unifize platform can be done via the web app by the admin.

    All setup, design, and governance activities, such as creating processes, configuring reports, managing roles, or editing organization settings, are performed through the Web App.

    Once configurations are complete in the Web App, both admins and users can use the PWA to perform operational actions within those existing structures.

    In PWA, there is no separate admin view or functionality. Both admins and org members access the same interface and capabilities, and their actions are governed entirely by permissions defined in the Web App.


    Capability
    Description

    To keep the mobile experience lightweight and focused on day-to-day work, the PWA does not include any configuration or admin-specific setup functions.

    All configuration continues to be performed in the Web App.

    Not available in PWA:

    • Org Settings (Home Screen setup, Role Management, Apps, SSO, Translation)

    • Manage View (creating or editing Processes, Reports, and Forms)

    • Dashboard and Analytics (chart design, KPI creation)

    Note: These exclusions are intentional. The PWA is meant for operational continuity and user interaction, not for configuration or system management.

    • The PWA is designed only for execution, not configuration. Admins cannot create or modify processes, reports, or forms from the app.

    • Org Settings, Manage View, and Dashboard are not available in PWA; all configuration, analytics, and management must be done through the Web App.

    • The Contacts section and related actions like creating or editing groups, adding members, or managing permissions are not supported.

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    If you are already signed in to your IdP on Chrome, simply enter your Unifize organization email and click Sign In.

  • The authentication will occur automatically, and you will be redirected to the PWA home screen without any additional steps.

  • Scenario 2: You are not logged in to your IdP on your browser

    1. After entering your Unifize organization email and clicking Sign In, the system will redirect you to your enterprise IdP login page.

    2. Enter your IdP email address and password to complete authentication.

    3. Once authenticated, you will be redirected back to the PWA and signed in successfully.

  • Direct Messages - Allows access to 1:1 messages with other members of the org.
  • Profile - User-level settings and organization configuration

  • Logout: Signs the user out of the current organization.
  • Change Org: Switches between different organizations.

  • Org Settings, including:

    • Home Screen configuration and organization details

    • Role Management

    • Apps configuration

    • SSO and authentication settings

    • Translation management

    Create new records via the home screen or “+” icon.
  • Access the Conversation and Checklist tabs within each record.

  • Perform in-record actions:

    • Post messages and attach files

    • Add participants

    • Update status, owner, or due date

    • Update all checklist items

    • Create and respond to approvals

    • Revision creation

  • Files

    View Configured Reports (Home Screen)

    View and open reports that were preconfigured in Web App.

    Create New Records

    Create new records inside existing processes using the "Create New Record" button.

    View & Filter My Inbox

    View assigned or followed records, apply filters.

    Record Chatroom Actions

    Post messages, upload files, complete checklist items, update record details (Status, Owner, Due Date).

    Approvals

    Create, review, or act on approvals within records.

    Direct Messages

    Communicate in 1:1 with team members, share files, and apply filters.

    Chatroom Notifications

    View new updates or alerts related to records.

    Contacts (user and group management)
  • Profile Configuration (name, password, preferences)

  • The “More” menu (available on the Web App chatroom header) is not visible in PWA, which means advanced process settings and builder options cannot be accessed.
  • It can be installed only via mobile browser and is currently not listed on the Play Store or App Store.

  • When opened on desktop browsers, the PWA link redirects automatically to the standard Web App.

  • The interface supports single-tab usage only. Multitasking, such as opening multiple records in parallel, is not available.

  • Component

    Specification

    Deployment Stack

    Microsoft Azure

    OS Environment

    Ubuntu 22.04 LTS

    Database

    PostgreSQL v16

    Frontend

    Access via pwa.unifize.com

    Access the Unifize mobile app through a browser and install the app from the guide.

    Refresh / Update App

    Refresh data or update to the latest version after releases.

    Change Org / Logout

    Switch between organizations and manage session.

    2. Guide to Download and Access PWA

    2.1 For Android Users

    2.2 For iOS Users

    2.3 SSO sign-in flow for PWA

    3. PWA Capabilities

    3.1 Navigation Panel

    3.2 Profile

    3.3 Home Screen

    3.4 My Inbox

    3.5 Direct Messages

    3.6 Dashboard

    3.7 Contacts

    3.8 Manage View

    4. What Admins and Users Can Do in PWA

    4.1 Context

    4.2 Functional Intent

    4.3 What Admins and Users Can Do

    4.4 What Is Not Available in PWA (by design)

    5. PWA Limitations

    https://pwa.unifize.com
    https://pwa.unifize.com
    video tutorial here
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    React 18.3.1

    Web app vs Unifize Lite

    Unifize provides two distinct browser-based experiences to support both internal team members and external collaborators: the Web App and Unifize Lite. Each serves a different purpose—while the Web App is a full-featured workspace for internal users, Unifize Lite allows external participants to access specific Records without needing a Unifize account.

    This guide explains the key differences between the two interfaces to help you understand when and how to use each.

    Feature Comparison

    Feature

    Web App

    Unifize Lite

    • You are an internal user with a Unifize account.

    • You need to work across multiple Records, processes, or Orgs.

    • You want full access to features like Reports, Charts, Checklists, and configuration tools.

    • You want to invite an external party (e.g., supplier, auditor, customer) to participate in a specific Record.

    • You need someone to approve, review, or provide input—without creating an account.

    • You want fast, focused access to a single conversation thread without full platform access.


    Platform
    Best For
    Access Scope

    Unifize’s dual-access approach ensures secure collaboration both inside and outside your organization. The Web App gives internal teams full control and visibility, while Unifize Lite provides a frictionless way to involve external contributors—without compromising traceability or compliance.

    You’re managing workflows, assigning tasks, or reviewing audit trails.

    Who it's for

    Internal users with Unifize accounts

    External collaborators without accounts

    Login required

    Yes (email + password)

    No login; access via secure email link

    Access level

    Full access to Org’s Records, Reports, Checklists, and Settings

    Limited to a single Record they’re invited to

    Landing page

    Homescreen

    Record thread view

    Record capabilities

    Create, update, assign, approve, filter, and search Records

    View, comment on, and respond to assigned Record only

    Checklist access

    Full checklist interaction and metadata editing

    View and update assigned checklist items (if permitted)

    Navigation

    Access to My Inbox, Reports, Org Settings, Dashboards, and more

    No navigation; direct view of Record only

    Org access

    Can switch between multiple Orgs (if assigned)

    Cannot access or switch Orgs

    File downloads

    Full access to attachments and signed documents

    Can download attachments shared within the Record

    Administrative tools

    Available to Org Admins

    Not available

    Supported devices

    Optimized for desktop browsers

    Optimized for both desktop and mobile browsers

    Web App

    Internal users

    Full access to Unifize

    Unifize Lite

    External participants

    Access to one Record only

    When to Use

    Use the Web App when:

    Use Unifize Lite when: