Desktop Applications – Enterprise Software & Legacy Modernization
Native Windows apps, macOS, cross-platform: See desktop software that works offline and integrates seamlessly into your IT.
Selected Desktop Projects
Emissions Reporting Dashboard
Development of a comprehensive emissions tracking system for the maritime industry. The dashboard enables shipping companies to monitor and analyze their fleet emissions in real time, generate detailed reports, and identify optimization potential. With interactive visualizations, automated reporting functions, and compliance tracking, the solution helps companies comply with international environmental regulations and achieve their sustainability goals.
Benefits of Desktop Applications
Native Performance
Maximum speed through direct hardware access and optimized system integration.
Offline Capability
Full functionality even without internet connection with local data storage.
Large Data Volumes
Efficient processing of millions of records without cloud dependency.
Hardware-Integration
Direct connection to scanners, printers, scales, and industrial devices.
Data Privacy
Sensitive data stays local and does not need to be transferred to the cloud.
Legacy-Integration
Seamless integration with existing Windows systems and databases.
Knowledge & Answers
Frequently Asked Questions About Desktop Applications
Technology & Platforms
What technologies do you use for desktop apps?
Windows native: .NET/WPF, WinForms, Delphi. Cross-platform: Electron, .NET MAUI, Tauri. For legacy systems: Delphi modernization, VB6 migration. We choose the technology to match your requirements and existing infrastructure.
Desktop or web – which is better?
Desktop for: offline requirements, hardware integration (scanners, printers), high performance requirements, large local data volumes, data privacy concerns. Web for: multi-device access, easy rollout, frequent updates. Often a hybrid solution is optimal.
Do you also develop for macOS and Linux?
Yes. With Electron or .NET MAUI, we target Windows, macOS, and Linux from a single codebase. For native macOS apps, we use Swift. However, the majority of our desktop projects are Windows-focused.
Need technology consulting?
We help you select the right desktop technology.
Thorsten Frieling – Project Management
Application Areas
What scenarios are desktop apps suitable for?
ERP clients and inventory management, production control and MES, CAD/CAM applications, point-of-sale systems (POS), laboratory information systems, document management, reporting tools, hardware control. Anywhere performance, offline capability, or device integration is critical.
Can desktop apps communicate with cloud services?
Yes, this is standard. Local work with optional cloud synchronization: data is stored locally and synchronized when connected. This way you combine offline capability with centralized data storage and multi-user access.
How do you integrate hardware like scanners or printers?
Via native Windows APIs, manufacturer SDKs, or standardized protocols (COM, USB HID, serial). We have experience with barcode scanners, label printers, scales, industrial controllers (PLC), and medical devices.
Project Process & Migration
What does a desktop project look like?
1. Requirements analysis and architecture design. 2. UI/UX concept (often with prototype). 3. Iterative development with regular builds. 4. Testing on various Windows versions. 5. Rollout planning (installer, updates, licenses). 6. Maintenance and further development.
Can you modernize our old Delphi/VB6 application?
Yes, legacy modernization is our specialty. Options: gradual migration to .NET or Delphi upgrade, complete redevelopment with data migration, or hybrid (old core with modern UI). We analyze first and recommend the most cost-effective path.
How are updates distributed to users?
Automatic update mechanisms (ClickOnce, Squirrel, custom solution), central software distribution (SCCM, Intune), or manual installers. For enterprise environments, we coordinate the rollout process with your IT.
Modernize legacy system?
We analyze your existing application and present options.
Bjoern Groenewold – Managing Director
Costs & Maintenance
What does a desktop application cost?
Simple tools: from EUR 15,000 plus VAT. Mid-complex business application: EUR 40,000-80,000 plus VAT. Complex enterprise software: EUR 80,000-250,000+ plus VAT. Legacy modernization: depends on scope of the legacy application. After the briefing, we create a transparent cost plan.
What ongoing costs are there?
Maintenance and updates: 10-20% of development costs per year. Possibly license costs (Delphi, DevExpress, etc.). No cloud hosting costs for purely local applications – an advantage of desktop software.
Do you offer maintenance contracts?
Yes, with clear SLAs: bug fixes, security updates, compatibility with new Windows versions, minor adjustments. Optional: further development on a time-and-material basis. Long-term support is especially important for desktop apps.
Modernization & Future
Do desktop apps still have a future?
Absolutely. For many scenarios, they are the best choice: offline-first, hardware integration, high-performance data processing, air-gapped environments. The trend is toward hybrid solutions: desktop core with cloud sync and complementary web/mobile clients.
Does our app run on Windows 11?
Existing Windows apps usually run without issues. With older technologies (VB6, old Delphi versions), adjustments may be needed. We test on current Windows versions and ensure compatibility.
Can we further develop the application ourselves later?
Yes. You receive complete source code and documentation. We hand over cleanly and train your development team if needed. However, most clients use our maintenance contracts for continuous support.
Ready for your desktop project?
Let us discuss your requirements.
Thorsten Frieling – Project Management
More References & Services
Desktop Applications: Powerful Software for Demanding Work Environments
Desktop applications continue to play a central role in many businesses despite the trend toward cloud and web. Wherever maximum performance is required, large data volumes need to be processed locally, or specialized hardware needs to be controlled, native desktop programs are the first choice. Our desktop app references document projects that leverage exactly these strengths – from complex management systems to control software for industrial plants to data analysis tools that evaluate millions of records in real time.
We develop desktop applications primarily with Delphi and RAD Studio for Windows environments, as well as with .NET and WPF for applications in the Microsoft ecosystem. For cross-platform solutions, we rely on Electron or .NET MAUI to enable a unified codebase for Windows, macOS, and Linux. The technology choice depends on factors such as the existing IT infrastructure, performance requirements, and target platform.
A special focus of our desktop development lies in modernizing existing Delphi and VB6 applications. Many businesses use desktop software developed ten or twenty years ago that has been continuously extended since. These applications often work reliably but are difficult to maintain, poorly documented, and only run on certain Windows versions. We modernize such systems step by step: new interfaces, modernized databases, REST APIs for integration with web services, and a clean architecture that facilitates future extensions.
The projects shown here demonstrate our experience with a wide variety of requirement profiles: production control systems that capture and evaluate machine parameters in real time, warehouse management systems with barcode scanner integration, accounting solutions with complex business logic and reporting, as well as industry-specific software for trades, manufacturing, and administration. In every project, we ensure that the software is not only technically well-implemented but also ergonomically designed and efficiently operable.
What sets our desktop applications apart: We deliver not just software but also update mechanisms, automatic error reporting, and central configuration options that simplify operation in enterprise environments. Automated builds and tests ensure that every release is stable, and detailed documentation enables your team to independently maintain and further develop the application long-term.