Streamlining Subpoena Management
A unified legal workflow platform built through design, prototyping and QA challenges
Streamlining Subpoena Management
A unified legal workflow platform built through design, prototyping and QA challenges
The Challenge
An american insurance provider relied on two separate systems to manage subpoena requests: one for the Documents team, and another for the Subpoena team. This fragmented process caused inefficiencies and limited visibility across departments. Once a subpoena request was submitted by the Documents team, they could no longer track its status or assignment—leaving a critical gap in operational transparency and accountability.
They needed a unified internal app to manage legal workflows, from user roles to audit logs and invoicing. The goal: streamline collaboration and provide full visibility across departments.
The Solution
Topcoder launched a multi-phase build using crowdsourced challenges. First, a UX/UI design challenge defined the structure and look of the platform, including dashboards, queues, templates, audit logs, and detailed invoice workflows.
Next, a UI prototype challenge brought those screens to life using Angular, Bootstrap, and D3.js—handling complex logic for multi-role access and real-time subpoena tracking. Finally, a QA Bug Hunt ensured the application worked flawlessly across modern browsers and edge cases, paving the way for backend integration.
Challenges we ran:
• Firefly Subpoena App Design Challenge
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Challenges
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Participants
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Submissions
The Result
The Impact
The new subpoena platform replaced fragmented workflows with a unified experience for all users—from legal support staff to department heads. Queries could be tracked, managed, and completed with greater speed and accountability.
By using Topcoder’s crowdsourced model, the client accelerated development without expanding internal capacity, receiving a ready-to-integrate front end and tested user experience—all in a fraction of traditional timelines.
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