Powering the Most Promising Open Network in Germany

About DeinFach

DeinFach is changing how parcel deliveries work in Germany by rolling out an Open Locker network — the first of its kind, to be backed by a major logistics carrier, DHL. With this setup, DeinFach combines the deep experience and track record in locker deployments of DHL, with the bold new vision for a network that any parcel delivery company or retailer can tap into directly.
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The goal: to create what will be the largest and densest open network in Germany.

Challenge

Before launching this ambitious initiative, DeinFach knew they needed:

• A software platform independent of any single hardware vendor
• A highly scalable, reliable and proven end-to-end solution
• The ability to integrate multiple carriers and delivery partners into one centralised system

A thorough market research process led them to Bloq.it. And after extensive evaluation, they found Bloq.OS to be the only proven solution capable of running large-scale, open networks without compromising on flexibility or performance.

"Bloq.OS enables us to be truly independent from the overarching architecture. As a result, we are free from reliance on various providers and can make our own decisions regarding which hardware, software, and features to implement.”

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Solution

Bloq.OS powers every facet of DeinFach’s open network — enabling carriers and consumers to manage deliveries smoothly. The platform’s agnostic approach lets DeinFach integrate any hardware they choose, while still delivering a unified user and carrier experience.

"This marks our official entry into Germany, a critical market for parcel lockers in Europe. But more importantly, it validates Bloq.OS as the leading solution for any open network. We look forward to expanding alongside DeinFach and shaping the future of smart deliveries.” — João Lopes, CRO at Bloq.it

By moving away from a typical “closed” network environment, DeinFach’s open network:

• Lets multiple logistics providers and retailers share the same Locker infrastructure
• Creates a seamless end-user experience, regardless of which carrier is delivering their parcel
• Enables rapid scaling as more companies join

Bloq.OS is at the core of this solution, powering the entire network with our leading open network protocols. 

Key Milestones & Impact

• First European open network project backed by a major logistics company
• Industry-first initiative for both Bloq.it and DeinFach, setting a new standard for open networks‍
• Scalability: Targeting 1,000 smart lockers by the end of the year, making this the biggest open network in Germany
• Establishing a new industry standard for how open networks will function moving forward

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The Future of Open Networks

By adopting Bloq.OS, DeinFach is paving the way for the next generation of parcel locker networks. Their example shows how large carriers can spearhead open, shared infrastructure, reducing inefficiencies in last-mile delivery and offering a better experience for the end-user.
Bloq.it stands ready to scale alongside DeinFach, continually refining Bloq.OS and supporting an evolving, carrier-agnostic smart locker environment throughout Germany.

“DeinFach’s open network is a real game-changer for the industry. We’re proud that Bloq.OS is powering this vision at such a large scale. We are thrilled to watch this network grow to thousands of lockers — and serve millions of people — over the next years” — Miha Jagodic, CEO at Bloq.it

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