Legacy
Modernization
Upgrade Without Disruption
Transform aging, fragile systems into secure, scalable, cloud-native platforms — without business downtime or data loss.
What is Legacy Modernization?
Legacy modernization is the strategic process of upgrading outdated systems — like COBOL, monolithic apps, or on-premise databases — into modern, cloud-based, maintainable architectures.
These old systems often:
The Hidden Costs of Outdated Systems
Ignoring legacy tech puts your business at significant financial and operational risk.
Operational Inefficiency
High ImpactManual workarounds, slow processing, and frequent crashes reduce productivity.
Security Vulnerabilities
Critical ImpactOld systems lack patches, encryption, and compliance — prime targets for breaches.
High Maintenance Costs
High ImpactHiring rare COBOL devs or paying for proprietary hardware drains budgets.
Inability to Scale
Medium ImpactYou can't innovate, launch new products, or enter digital markets.
Talent Gap
High ImpactNo new developers want to work on outdated technologies.
Compliance Risks
Critical ImpactFailing to meet modern regulatory requirements and data protection laws.
🚨 Immediate Action Required If:
- System crashes more than once per month
- Security audit reveals critical vulnerabilities
- Maintenance costs exceed 40% of IT budget
- Key personnel retiring with irreplaceable knowledge
💡 Our Recommendation
Start with a free modernization assessment to understand your specific risks and build a phased migration plan.
Get Risk AssessmentOur 5-Step Modernization Process
From legacy to cloud — safely and incrementally.
Assessment & Discovery
We audit your system, dependencies, data, and risks to create a comprehensive modernization blueprint.
Key Deliverables:
Strategy & Roadmap
Choose the right approach: refactor, rehost, replatform, or rebuild — with clear ROI analysis.
Key Deliverables:
Phased Migration
We move components incrementally using parallel run techniques to minimize risk and ensure zero downtime.
Key Deliverables:
Testing & Validation
Rigorous QA, performance testing, security audits, and user acceptance checks ensure everything works perfectly.
Key Deliverables:
Training & Support
We train your team on the new system and provide ongoing maintenance and optimization support.
Key Deliverables:
Risk Mitigation
Phased approach with rollback capabilities at every step
Cost Predictability
Fixed-price packages with clear deliverables and timelines
Zero Downtime
Parallel migration strategies ensure business continuity
Modernization Pathways
We choose the right modernization strategy based on your system complexity, budget, and business goals.
Replatform (Lift, Tinker & Shift) Details
Move to cloud with some optimizations for cloud services
Implementation Metrics
Pathway Comparison
| Approach | Effort | Risk | Cloud Benefits | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rehost (Lift & Shift) | Low | Low | $$ | |
| Replatform (Lift, Tinker & Shift) | Medium | Medium | $$$ | |
| Refactor (Re-architect) | High | High | $$$$ | |
| Rebuild (Rewrite) | Very High | Very High | $$$$$ |
Technologies We Use
Modern stacks for future-proof systems that scale with your business needs.
Banking System: Migrated 30-Year-Old COBOL App
A regional bank relied on a fragile COBOL system that was expensive to maintain and couldn't integrate with modern banking services. We modernized their entire core banking platform with zero downtime.
🚧 Challenges
- COBOL expertise scarce
- No API integration
- High maintenance costs
- Security vulnerabilities
✅ Solutions
- Replatformed to AWS
- Containerized with Docker
- REST APIs for integration
- Enhanced security
Technology Stack
Don't Let Outdated Tech Hold You Back
Let's modernize your systems — securely, affordably, and without disruption. Get a custom modernization roadmap in 30 minutes.
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