Understand what still works
An older application may contain years of business rules that are not documented elsewhere. We begin by understanding its critical workflows, dependencies and current limitations before recommending changes.
Modernization can take different forms
Targeted improvements
Address specific usability, reporting or workflow limitations where the existing architecture supports it.
Database & integration work
Review data quality, migration needs and ways to connect the application to other business systems.
Staged replacement
Plan replacement of defined parts of the system when a gradual transition is more appropriate.
Protect business continuity during the change
We agree what will be retained, how data will be checked and the scenarios used for acceptance. Cutover, backups, rollback options and the responsibilities of the operating team are planned around the project.
An assessment requires appropriate access to the application, database and documentation, as well as source code and change permissions where relevant.
Helpful starting information
- The application’s purpose, technology and current pain points
- Source-code ownership, database access and supplier dependencies
- Critical workflows and acceptable transition constraints