Modernizing Terminal Operations with WebSwing for Seamless Accessibility

A global logistics provider partnered with INTECH to migrate their Java desktop terminal application to browser access using WebSwing, preserving core logic while enabling access from any device. This eliminated location restrictions and device limitations, keeping container movements on schedule across terminals.

Client Overview

Global Logistics Provider Expanding Terminal Access

  • Client

    Major cargo management company handling 10 million TEUs annually across multiple terminals

  • Industry

    High-volume container operations with constant ship, truck, and rail movements

  • Core Offering

    Terminal management requiring real-time access for planners and supervisors

  • Mandate

    Extend desktop application reach to browsers without disrupting proven business logic

Challenges We Overcome

Desktop Limitations Bottlenecking Terminal Operations

Restricted accessibility

Required physical presence or workarounds for remote teams

Compatibility struggles

Outdated stack conflicted with modern OS and browser standards

High maintenance burden

Individual endpoint management consumed IT resources

Rebuild barriers

Full web rewrite posed excessive cost, time, and disruption risk

Security gaps

Legacy authentication fell short of current data protection standards

Role management issues

Difficult to enforce permissions across growing user base

Solutions

INTECH's WebSwing Solution: Desktop Power in Any Browser

WebSwing integration

Runs Java Swing UI in browser sessions without source modifications

Source code preservation

Business logic and workflows remain untouched and validated

Cross-platform support

Works on desktops, laptops, tablets across all operating systems

Cloud-ready deployment

Scalable hosting for global access and demand fluctuations

Modern browser compatibility

Eliminates Java runtime dependencies and security concerns

Centralized management

Simplified updates and role-based access controls

Tech Stack

Proven Tech Enabling Browser-Based Terminal Access

WebSwing platform

Converts Java Swing desktop apps to browser-accessible interfaces

Java Swing framework

Preserves original client UI and business logic intact

Cloud-ready hosting

Supports scalable deployment on-premise or in the cloud

Modern browsers

Standard access across desktops, tablets, and laptops

Integration layer

Connects with existing terminal operating systems seamlessly

Phased implementation

Environment assessment to testing and optimization

Results

From Desktop Constraints to Browser-Based Flexibility

Reduced maintenance overhead

Centralized deployment eliminated individual desktop installations and updates

No redevelopment required

Existing Java Swing code preserved without costly rewrites

Modern compatibility

Aligned with current browsers and OS standards for security compliance

Expanded staff access

Teams reached the system from any location and device

Improved availability

Simplified updates minimized downtime across global terminals

Business Benefits

From Endpoint Management to Centralized Browser Access

  • Lower IT overhead

    Eliminated desktop maintenance across thousands of endpoints

  • Preserved investments

    Extended legacy system life without redevelopment costs

  • Security alignment

    Meets modern authentication and compliance standards

  • Distributed workforce enablement

    Real-time access supports remote coordination

  • Scalable operations

    Cloud deployment handles growing terminal demands

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