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Introduction to AutoAllocate

autoAllocate is online software that solves allocation tasks where something needs to be allocated or assigned to something else. The something can be a task, a project, an event, equipment - really anything. You define what it is and can even label it to make sense.

Core Concepts​

Targets​

We call this "something" that gets allocated a target.

  • Examples: Tasks, projects, events, student assignments.

Resources​

The things these targets get allocated to are resources. In real-world situations, these could be staff, rooms, or vans. Again, you define what it is and can give it your own terminology.

Capacity and Size​

For many typical allocation tasks, resources have a capacity and targets have a size.

Example: If markers are the resource and student assignments are the targets:

  • The marker (resource) would have a capacity (e.g., how many assignments they can grade).
  • The student assignments (targets) would have a size (e.g., 1 unit of work).
  • Capacity may differ between markers based on their availability or experience.

Which path is right for you?​

AutoAllocate is designed for three distinct groups of users. Choose the track that matches your role:

1. Spreadsheet to Solution​

For Operations Managers & Administrators. If you have an Excel or CSV file and need to get an allocation problem solved without worrying about the underlying algorithms, start here.

2. Zero-PII Shield​

For IT & Security Officers (DPOs). Need to understand how we protect sensitive data? This track details our GDPR-compliant, client-side security architecture.

3. API & MCP Integration​

For Developers & AI Agents. Integrate AutoAllocate into your own apps or connect your LLMs (like Claude) using our Model Context Protocol (MCP) server.