Web Application for Terminál Brno

Our application increased productivity by 28%

The legacy system couldn't keep up with the terminal's volume

Terminál Brno's warehouse system relied on manual data entry in Excel. That worked for a few dozen handling operations a month, but the terminal now processes several thousand. On top of that, every dispatcher recorded data differently and entries weren't standardized, which also slowed down the preparation of billing documents. Communication over two-way radios was inefficient and time-consuming. The terminal needed a system that would integrate every aspect of its operations and simplify and unify its processes. Off-the-shelf solutions used by large ports offer far more features than the terminal would ever use, and they are also very expensive. That's why they came to us for a custom-built system.

Thorough preparation came before development

Before we started on development itself, we met with the client on site several times to identify their key requirements and expectations. We gathered input and suggestions directly from the dispatchers and other terminal staff. The goal was not only to roll out a new system, but also to make sure every user would be able to work with it.

Development ran in iterative cycles with regular two-week meetings. In each one, our team presented the current state of the project and discussed next steps, and only once these were approved did we move on to the next phase of development. The meetings allowed us to respond flexibly to the client's changing needs and incorporate feedback quickly. They also saved time we would otherwise have lost reworking the entire application had the client been unhappy with the final result.

A visual interface that saves time

Terminál Brno defined around 50 key metadata points that needed to be tracked and processed correctly. To improve the security and efficiency of individual operations, we designed a solution that filters the data and shows only specific information to specific people. Each user sees only what they need for their job, and dispatchers don't have to click through the entire system. Hovering over an icon instantly displays the relevant information, which eliminates extra clicks and speeds up work in the application.

During implementation, we deployed a system with advanced features such as damaged-container tracking, detailed data filtering and automatic updates. A major win was a system that lets dispatchers see the status of every container at a glance thanks to intuitive icons and highlighting. We optimized everything for tablets and mobile devices, so all operations can be managed from anywhere in real time. – David, Software Developer

The new system brought improvements above all in the efficiency of logistics operations. Errors dropped to zero, and by automating many tasks that used to be done by hand, productivity rose by 28%. Monthly cost savings reached CZK 90,000.

We keep expanding the application

The Driver app enabled Terminál Brno to completely transform its logistics processes. And our collaboration continues. The client was so satisfied with our work that we are currently developing additional modules that will allow the terminal to expand its services.