{"id":7790,"date":"2022-06-03T14:34:58","date_gmt":"2022-06-03T14:34:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/?p=7790"},"modified":"2024-09-09T08:48:46","modified_gmt":"2024-09-09T08:48:46","slug":"modernize-business-applications-appmod","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Modernise Your Business Applications with AppMod"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Companies must create memorable customer experiences, demonstrate innovation, and be flexible to the ever-changing market conditions to succeed in today&#8217;s business environment. It is critical to embrace cloud technologies to achieve these high levels of scalability and agility while reducing existing and future technical debt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Migrating to the cloud is only one aspect of modernizing a business&#8217;s apps. Modernizing your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/how-to-build-ecommerce-app\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">business application<\/a> is a must. An application modernization refers to updating legacy apps to suit new platforms, internal structures, and features.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"596\" height=\"442\" src=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/45679084.png\" alt=\"application modernisation\" class=\"wp-image-7793\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/45679084.png 596w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/45679084-300x222.png 300w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/45679084-16x12.png 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 596px) 100vw, 596px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>App modernisation aims to build a more agile, adaptable, and resilient application environment.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a shift from tightly-coupled systems with numerous dependencies to loosely-coupled ones that enhance application scalability, resilience, flexibility, and operational efficiency. App modernisation aims to build a more agile, adaptable, and resilient application environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, moving and managing complicated monolithic applications to a public cloud service provider isn&#8217;t the same as transforming your firm into a modern enterprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Migrating to the cloud can help expedite innovation, but they&#8217;re just relocating workloads if companies don&#8217;t develop cloud-native apps. Therefore, companies must strive to become cloud-native technologies to take full advantage of the cloud and be modern businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_47_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-69d641a578216\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Why_Is_Migration_to_the_Cloud_Important_for_Application_Modernization\" title=\"Why Is Migration to the Cloud Important for Application Modernisation?\">Why Is Migration to the Cloud Important for Application Modernisation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Legacy_Modernization_Trends\" title=\"Legacy Modernisation Trends\">Legacy Modernisation Trends<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Key_Technologies_for_Application_Modernization\" title=\"Key Technologies for Application Modernisation\">Key Technologies for Application Modernisation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Legacy_Modernization_Strategies\" title=\"Legacy Modernisation Strategies\">Legacy Modernisation Strategies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Five_Questions_for_Businesses_to_Consider_Before_Moving_Forward_With_the_App_Modernization_Journey\" title=\"Five Questions for Businesses to Consider Before Moving Forward With the App Modernisation Journey\">Five Questions for Businesses to Consider Before Moving Forward With the App Modernisation Journey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#The_7-Step_Legacy_Apps_Modernization_Strategy\" title=\"The 7-Step Legacy Apps Modernisation Strategy\">The 7-Step Legacy Apps Modernisation Strategy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Step_1_Evaluate_Existing_Systems_Based_on_Six_Drivers\" title=\"Step 1: Evaluate Existing Systems Based on Six Drivers\">Step 1: Evaluate Existing Systems Based on Six Drivers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Step_2_Define_the_Problems\" title=\"Step 2: Define the Problems\">Step 2: Define the Problems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Step_3_Evaluate_the_Need_for_Modernization\" title=\"Step 3: Evaluate the Need for Modernisation\">Step 3: Evaluate the Need for Modernisation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Step_4_Choose_the_Application_Modernization_Approach\" title=\"Step 4: Choose the Application Modernisation Approach\">Step 4: Choose the Application Modernisation Approach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Step_5_Prepare_for_Future_Development_and_Changes\" title=\"Step 5:&nbsp;Prepare for Future Development and Changes\">Step 5:&nbsp;Prepare for Future Development and Changes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Step_6_Do_Your_Research_to_Find_the_Best_Modernization_Partner\" title=\"Step 6: Do Your Research to Find the Best Modernisation Partner\">Step 6: Do Your Research to Find the Best Modernisation Partner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Step_7_Observe_and_Optimize\" title=\"Step 7: Observe and Optimize\">Step 7: Observe and Optimize<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#The_Benefits_of_Application_Modernization\" title=\"The Benefits of Application Modernisation\">The Benefits of Application Modernisation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#1_It_Is_Easy_to_Create_New_Features_and_Services\" title=\"1. It Is Easy to Create New Features and Services\">1. It Is Easy to Create New Features and Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#2_Improves_EmployeeDeveloper_Productivity\" title=\"2. Improves Employee\/Developer Productivity\">2. Improves Employee\/Developer Productivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#3_Get_Rid_of_Technical_Debt\" title=\"3. Get Rid of Technical Debt\">3. Get Rid of Technical Debt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#4_Enhances_Customer_Experience\" title=\"4. Enhances Customer Experience\">4. Enhances Customer Experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#5_Security_Enhancement\" title=\"5. Security Enhancement\">5. Security Enhancement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#6_Helps_to_Boost_Revenue_Streams\" title=\"6. Helps to Boost Revenue Streams\">6. Helps to Boost Revenue Streams<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Why_Is_It_Necessary_for_Businesses_to_Modernize_Their_Applications\" title=\"Why Is It Necessary for Businesses to Modernise Their Applications?\">Why Is It Necessary for Businesses to Modernise Their Applications?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/modernize-business-applications-appmod\/#Conclusion_How_Application_Modernization_May_Improve_Your_Business\" title=\"Conclusion: How Application Modernisation May Improve Your Business\">Conclusion: How Application Modernisation May Improve Your Business<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-application-modernization\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Application_Modernization\"><\/span>Application Modernisation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/services\/application-modernization\/\">App modernization<\/a> refers to upgrading existing apps for new computing platforms, including newer languages, architecture, and infrastructure technologies. This is sometimes known as legacy modernization or legacy app modernization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sigmund-TlFw-WoI8_w-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"checking cloud infrastructure \" class=\"wp-image-7928\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sigmund-TlFw-WoI8_w-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sigmund-TlFw-WoI8_w-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sigmund-TlFw-WoI8_w-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sigmund-TlFw-WoI8_w-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sigmund-TlFw-WoI8_w-unsplash-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sigmund-TlFw-WoI8_w-unsplash-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sigmund-TlFw-WoI8_w-unsplash.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the equivalent of updating an ancient home to take benefit of improvements in terms of efficiency, safety, structural integrity, and so on. Instead of replacing an existing system completely, legacy modernisation extends the life of business applications while also taking advantage of tech advancements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/calendar.startechup.com\/startechup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Modernise Your Business Applications Today<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-is-migration-to-the-cloud-important-for-application-modernization\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_Migration_to_the_Cloud_Important_for_Application_Modernization\"><\/span>Why Is Migration to the Cloud Important for Application Modernisation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Migrating to the cloud is one of the most important ways to improve business agility, velocity, and scale. When companies <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/application-development-in-cloud\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">use cloud infrastructure<\/a>, they gain more productivity and efficiency from their employee. The cloud infrastructure enables companies to digitally change their business and rebuild their applications in modern architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When a firm moves to the cloud, it shouldn\u2019t be considered the end of its modernisation process. A cloud is a tool for modernising an organisation. If a company truly wants to modernise its application environment, it must also modify its culture and processes to create high-performing software development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-legacy-modernization-trends\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legacy_Modernization_Trends\"><\/span>Legacy Modernisation Trends<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Multi and hybrid cloud are two of the most significant <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/app-modernization-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">legacy app modernization<\/a> trends. Multi-cloud is a term used to describe two or more public cloud services for cost reduction, flexibility, availability, and other concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A hybrid cloud combines public and private cloud services and on-premises equipment, with usual interoperability between them. Software teams can modernise their existing apps to work more effectively with these new distributed computing paradigms rather than start from scratch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, multi-cloud and hybrid cloud are two of the most important drivers for legacy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/services\/mobile-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">application modernisation<\/a> strategy. The IT sector&#8217;s embrace of containers and orchestration for packaging, deploying, and managing applications and workloads is another example of this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/services\/digital-transformation\/\">digital transformation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Containers are also the best option for a decoupled approach to development and operations, particularly microservices architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-technologies-for-application-modernization\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Technologies_for_Application_Modernization\"><\/span>Key Technologies for Application Modernisation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>There are several intersecting technologies involved in app modernisation. The following are the key ones:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cloud computing:<\/strong>&nbsp;When people talk about app modernisation, they usually move existing apps to cloud environments. This includes public clouds, private clouds, and hybrid clouds (usually imply public or private clouds linked with on-premises environments).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Containers:<\/strong>&nbsp;Containers are a cloud-native approach for packaging, deploying, and running apps and workloads. The broad impacts of containerization include higher scalability, mobility, and operational efficiency that are well-suited to cloud infrastructure, particularly multi-cloud and hybrid cloud settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Microservices:<\/strong>&nbsp;This is more of an architectural choice than anything else. Instead of developing and maintaining an application as a single, you decouple distinct components into smaller, independent parts that can be deployed, updated, and managed independently.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Orchestration and Automation:<\/strong>&nbsp;In software development, orchestration generally refers to automating many operational procedures associated with containers, such as deployment, scaling, and networking. Automation is an essential concept and technology for ensuring that development, operations, and security teams maintain their modern apps at scale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>The first step in developing a successful legacy app modernisation strategy is to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of business applications.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-legacy-modernization-strategies\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legacy_Modernization_Strategies\"><\/span>Legacy Modernisation Strategies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step in developing a successful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/how-to-decide-type-legacy-modernization\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">legacy app modernisation strategy<\/a> is to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of business applications. This analysis should cover the app\u2019s technical characteristics, its adaptability for cloud migration or similar change, the return on investment of such a modernisation, and other factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another important app modernisation approach is for businesses to create a long-term app modernisation plan to manage their resources successfully. Rather than attempting to perform everything at once, most businesses would benefit from a step-by-step approach to app modernisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This may assist companies in managing the performance and availability of their existing business applications while also doing the transition work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-five-questions-for-businesses-to-consider-before-moving-forward-with-the-app-modernization-journey\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Five_Questions_for_Businesses_to_Consider_Before_Moving_Forward_With_the_App_Modernization_Journey\"><\/span>Five Questions for Businesses to Consider Before Moving Forward With the App Modernisation Journey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step in deciding whether to modernise a legacy application is to take a step back and figure out what the legacy application is trying to accomplish and how effectively it does so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The following are the five questions to consider before planning the app modernisation journey:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>What are the major strengths of your legacy application?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What legacy app modernisation approaches would you use?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What are your goals in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/building-enterprise-mobile-applications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">enterprise app modernization<\/a> procedure?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How will you accomplish these goals in light of technological change?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What are the next steps for legacy modernisation in your company?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The above questions may assist your business in avoiding common problems that come with legacy application modernisation, such as a lack of understanding of why it is necessary to replace the old system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-7-step-legacy-apps-modernization-strategy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_7-Step_Legacy_Apps_Modernization_Strategy\"><\/span>The 7-Step Legacy Apps Modernisation Strategy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>To choose the right app modernization approach for your company, you need to go through each of these seven steps:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-evaluate-existing-systems-based-on-six-drivers\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Evaluate_Existing_Systems_Based_on_Six_Drivers\"><\/span>Step 1: Evaluate Existing Systems Based on Six Drivers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are six key drivers for app modernisation. These are the issues, concerns, or roadblocks that have resulted from the legacy application\u2019s technology or functionality. Three of these drivers come from business fit, value, and agility.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-christina-morillo-1181555.jpg\" alt=\"accelerate development \" class=\"wp-image-7797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-christina-morillo-1181555.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-christina-morillo-1181555-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-christina-morillo-1181555-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If the old application is not living up to the new demands of digital business, it must be updated to meet them properly and should be upgraded to offer improved value. Applications that can&#8217;t keep up with the changing expectations of digital business may be a liability or risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The three other drivers are IT-based, with cost, complexity, and risk as concerns. It\u2019s time to modernise if the technology, security, compliance, support, or scalability are prohibitively expensive, too complex for the business to manage effectively, or jeopardized. The greatest modernising possibilities appeal to a variety of business and IT sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-define-the-problems\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Define_the_Problems\"><\/span>Step 2: Define the Problems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the old system isn&#8217;t working for today&#8217;s needs, it&#8217;s time to fine-tune the issues. What is it about the current situation causing users (customers or employees) to have issues? Choose the relevant and specific user stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it\u2019s also critical to identify what legacy software components function effectively in this method. Understanding what works perfectly and what doesn\u2019t is essential in selecting the best strategy for modernisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-evaluate-the-need-for-modernization\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Evaluate_the_Need_for_Modernization\"><\/span>Step 3: Evaluate the Need for Modernisation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Look at modernisation options once you\u2019ve chosen the opportunity and discovered the problem. Gartner has rated seven options based on the simplicity of implementation, with the most favorable being the most straightforward to implement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Encapsulate:<\/strong>&nbsp;Encapsulate the data and functions of an existing application, making them available as services via an API to extend and enhance its capabilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Re-host:<\/strong>&nbsp;You can deploy an application component to other infrastructure (physical, virtual, or cloud) without changing its code, features, or functions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Re-platform:<\/strong>&nbsp;Migrate to a different runtime platform with little modifications to the code while keeping the architecture, features, and functions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Refactor:<\/strong>&nbsp;To improve nonfunctional aspects and remove technical debt, restructure and optimize the existing code (though not its external behavior).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rearchitect:<\/strong>&nbsp;Transform existing software into a new application architecture with different capabilities and code.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rebuild:<\/strong>&nbsp;Redesign or rewrite the application component from the ground up while keeping its scope and specifications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Replace:<\/strong>&nbsp;Change the old application component entirely and consider new requirements and demands.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-choose-the-application-modernization-approach\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Choose_the_Application_Modernization_Approach\"><\/span>Step 4: Choose the Application Modernisation Approach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To make an effective decision, you may consider each of the alternatives in terms of their:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Workload<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Architecture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cost (modernisation and continued operational)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Risk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The importance will determine each approach\u2019s weight for each company. Still, competition and shifting consumer demands are also important aspects to consider when determining the value of each modernisation technique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, to evaluate each alternative based on its features, you need to consider the importance of scalability and flexibility in making a decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-5-prepare-for-future-development-and-changes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Prepare_for_Future_Development_and_Changes\"><\/span><strong>Step 5:<\/strong>&nbsp;Prepare for Future Development and Changes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Organisations are not isolated from the outside world: they are continually affected by consumers, the competitive market, the economic climate, and technological developments. The average software application is expected to endure for six to eight years.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-pixabay-260973-1.jpg\" alt=\"development team \" class=\"wp-image-7800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-pixabay-260973-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-pixabay-260973-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-pixabay-260973-1-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Legacy software is typically monolithic in design, forcing businesses to maintain outdated apps. Today\u2019s technological environment necessitates more agility to introduce new features and scale. Choosing the appropriate modernisation strategy is all about finding the most adaptable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, an encapsulated application may connect to other microservices, but it still has the same restrictions as its existing codebase. However, software that has been re-engineered or rearchitected has a much higher probability of meeting future core business systems needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-6-do-your-research-to-find-the-best-modernization-partner\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Do_Your_Research_to_Find_the_Best_Modernization_Partner\"><\/span>Step 6: Do Your Research to Find the Best Modernisation Partner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many businesses are not consistently developing or upgrading applications; it is not their main priority. In most companies, internal teams may not have the necessary skills for the &#8220;new&#8221; environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, they will require training even to utilize a new system \u2013 making it exceedingly improbable that there would be enough internal resources to make all the required decisions regarding modernisation approach, cloud usage, and microservice support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/why-companies-outsource-software-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">businesses outsource<\/a> their application modernization efforts to a known software provider. Look for an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/outsourcing-of-software-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IT consultancy<\/a> specialising in digital transformation, has experience re-engineering tech, systems, and processes after various modernisation methods, and is equipped to lead the organisation through future changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Look for an IT company that uses Agile and DevOps methods to help you get the most out of your modernisation project\u2019s time frame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-7-observe-and-optimize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_7_Observe_and_Optimize\"><\/span>Step 7: Observe and Optimize<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s critical to keep testing and optimising changes and improvements to the application and ensure no hiccups in the transition from software licenses, hosting, or connectivity to other databases once a project is underway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To maintain the application ahead of the curve, plan for future upgrading projects to guarantee it stays up with changing demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-benefits-of-application-modernization\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Benefits_of_Application_Modernization\"><\/span>The Benefits of Application Modernisation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-it-is-easy-to-create-new-features-and-services\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_It_Is_Easy_to_Create_New_Features_and_Services\"><\/span>1. It Is Easy to Create New Features and Services<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Every business owner&#8217;s first concern when choosing software for the company is that it should meet their company&#8217;s demands without considering its features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, businesses are always ready to adapt and adopt new technologies and trends. But, when an old legacy system becomes obsolete, it&#8217;s difficult for companies to satisfy the demands of contemporary consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use modernisation to create new features in line with current business demands and goals. Furthermore, you may modify these features to ensure that your business app continues to provide value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-improves-employee-developer-productivity\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Improves_EmployeeDeveloper_Productivity\"><\/span>2. Improves Employee\/Developer Productivity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone wishes to progress with the most up-to-date technology in this digital age. However, if your employees continue to use out-of-date software or tech, their satisfaction level will drop, which will have a negative effect on their productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/how-to-become-a-mobile-developer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">developers<\/a> and administrative staff are familiar with current technologies, they may be more productive than before. When one must work on the same thing repeatedly, they become frustrated. So also, when a firm expands, it hires new employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, educating them about utilising an outdated IT system is time-consuming and expensive. However, modern tech may help automate time-consuming and repetitive operations while also being simple to educate new employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-get-rid-of-technical-debt\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Get_Rid_of_Technical_Debt\"><\/span>3. Get Rid of Technical Debt<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Technical debts begin to rise when companies are unwilling to modernise their old applications. The outdated system has several issues, such as bugs, application maintenance costs, and lack of scalability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, because the legacy system is composed of numerous interrelated parts, you can not repair it without causing harm to other elements. It is both time-consuming and costly to maintain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, as per certain market specialists, upgrading the antiquated system can help businesses reduce operational expenses by up to 13%. They also have the potential to increase their yearly income by more than 14%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-enhances-customer-experience\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Enhances_Customer_Experience\"><\/span>4. Enhances Customer Experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many firms provide the same types of services and goods. So, what distinguishes your business or brand in such a competitive market? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customerthermometer.com\/customer-service\/customer-service-and-satisfaction-statistics-for-2020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">According to statistics<\/a>, 70-75% of consumers are willing to pay more for a superior customer experience. Thus, there is a possibility that a positive client experience is just as essential as price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, outdated legacy systems are a detriment to customer support. Hence, addressing these needs with a quick and efficient tech is quite challenging. On the other hand, you may use the cloud in today\u2019s applications. It is simple to retrieve all sensitive data and information as soon as required. Users will have no trouble navigating your system after application modernisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-security-enhancement\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Security_Enhancement\"><\/span>5. Security Enhancement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many security checks in existing apps to monitor and update as needed in light of new cyber threats. However, failing to plan for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/maximize-business-cybersecurity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cybersecurity strategy<\/a> may result in a cyber-attack that might result in the loss of your client and sensitive data.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hacking-gec9c61ec9_640.jpg\" alt=\"code changes\" class=\"wp-image-7803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hacking-gec9c61ec9_640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hacking-gec9c61ec9_640-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hacking-gec9c61ec9_640-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>However, cloud-native applications provide advanced security features that are both time and cost-effective. As a result, you won&#8217;t have to put out as much effort as you would with legacy applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-helps-to-boost-revenue-streams\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Helps_to_Boost_Revenue_Streams\"><\/span>6. Helps to Boost Revenue Streams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.startechup.com\/en_au\/blog\/10-app-benefits-for-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Businesses improve their revenue streams<\/a> by updating their technologies. When businesses choose to grow, they may add new features or procedures that will enhance the value of their consumers&#8217; needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, legacy systems aren&#8217;t as adaptable as contemporary programs. This makes it difficult to generate a profit. All firms must embrace new procedures to succeed in this competitive business environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may add new features or capabilities to application modernisation to provide a better customer experience and higher revenue. Consumers pleased with their purchases are more inclined to recommend a firm that generates more leads for the company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-is-it-necessary-for-businesses-to-modernize-their-applications\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_It_Necessary_for_Businesses_to_Modernize_Their_Applications\"><\/span>Why Is It Necessary for Businesses to Modernise Their Applications?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most businesses have a lot of money invested in their current application portfolio from a financial and operational perspective. While the word &#8220;legacy&#8221; has a negative impression on software at times, these pre-existing applications are frequently among a company&#8217;s most critical applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The challenges are so serious that only a few businesses are willing or able just to shut them down and start from scratch; the financial, productivity, and other drawbacks are also enormous. As a result, application modernisation is the most effective approach for businesses to utilize modern software platforms, tools, architectures, libraries, and frameworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion-how-application-modernization-may-improve-your-business\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_How_Application_Modernization_May_Improve_Your_Business\"><\/span>Conclusion: How Application Modernisation May Improve Your Business<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many businesses have already made significant progress toward digital transformation, but the legacy system remains a stumbling block to many of them. Most legacy system modernisation projects fail to be completed due to a lack of clarity or a rushed discovery phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, t may be difficult to transform your IT architecture and traditional applications to create a more agile organisation. 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