Essential Guide
Essential guide to application modernisation
We look at the latest trends and technologies in application modernisation
Introduction
Legacy applications can often be a major hindrance for organisations undergoing a digital transformation. Software developed on out-of-date platforms using older programming tools can be inflexible and difficult to change. But tools and technologies are emerging that help IT leaders to modernise existing applications and maintain their investment in systems that can still be critical to the business. In this guide, we look at the latest trends in application modernisation and analyse trends such as DevOps, microservices, platform as a service (PaaS) and more, to understand the essential role they play in today's software development best practice.
1Strategy decisions-
Application modernisation strategy
Why IT leaders are making modernising their business applications a strategic priority
An application ecosystem for the all-digital era
Digital disruption is forcing IT to adopt new operating models and CIOs must face the challenges it brings Continue Reading
Legacy systems holding back 90% of businesses
Most businesses are being held back from making digital advances by their reliance on legacy applications Continue Reading
Application modernisation remains a top CIO priority
Targeting legacy is a key focus for IT departments as they shift more applications onto the cloud Continue Reading
Companies see growing need for application modernization
Legacy apps don't live up to today's needs. Whether they like it or not, organizations are becoming more aggressive about application modernization. Continue Reading
Legacy application modernization projects: Proceed with caution
Today, many legacy application modernization projects are actually migrations to cloud apps. Experts warn that no single tool works for every project. Continue Reading
2DevOps, PaaS, cloud & more-
Technologies for modernising applications
A range of new tools and technologies are available to help IT chiefs modernise their business applications
OpenShift set to revolutionize PaaS platforms
OpenShift not only revolutionizes PaaS platforms, it embraces DevOps by creating tools and advancing technologies that simplify operations professionals' lives. Continue Reading
Choose the right PaaS for developing cloud applications
Not all PaaS products are the same. Choosing the right type for your application development efforts depends on the cloud platform where those apps ultimately run. Continue Reading
How do you modernize legacy apps for mobile devices?
Here are several options for incorporating mobile apps as part of a legacy system modernization effort. Approaches include vendor apps and writing APIs. Continue Reading
DevOps success requires business and cultural shift
Cultural resistance and immature tools are limiting companies’ ability to ride the digitisation wave with streams of software-driven initiatives Continue Reading
Collaborate, don't compete with UX and UI design
Designing a user experience and coding the interface are different disciplines that depend on each other for success. Collaboration and a new generation of tools are critical. Continue Reading
3Modern app development-
Building modern apps
Tools such as microservices are an increasingly popular way to develop new applications and modernise existing software, but what are the considerations for getting it right?
Are microservices a magic wand for legacy software modernization?
For many organizations, dealing with legacy software modernization is simply a painful fact of life. However, microservices may provide relief. Brad Irby explains how. Continue Reading
Microservices: How to prepare next-generation cloud applications
A microservice architecture promotes developing and deploying applications composed of autonomous, self-contained units Continue Reading
Microservices: Small parts with big advantages
Microservices go hand in hand with containers and the idea of software portability – but how do they work and why should you care? Continue Reading
Divide and conquer in software architecture
Applications built out of independently deployable modules are the future of flexible solution development Continue Reading
Meeting the demands of mobility with DevOps best practices
More companies are turning to DevOps to help develop, provision and manage mobile applications, but a solid DevOps strategy can be challenging. Continue Reading
Inside DevOps: How it really works
DevOps done well can lead to a continuous loop where teams plan, code, build, test, release, deploy, operate and monitor Continue Reading
4Case studies-
Application modernisation in action
We look at how leading organisations are tackling the challenge of modernising their application estate
Case study: What the enterprise can learn from Etsy's DevOps strategy
Jon Cowie, operations engineer at online marketplace Etsy, advises enterprises on how to develop a DevOps-friendly business culture Continue Reading
HMRC shares details of IT transformation plans
HM Revenue & Customs has published its IT strategy outlining how it plans to transform its IT estate by taking a platform approach, moving to virtual infrastructure and cloud-based services Continue Reading
Adur and Worthing councils take low-code approach to digital
Adur and Worthing councils are moving away from legacy systems operating in silos to a low-code local government as a platform Continue Reading
Government Digital Service builds in-house PaaS to host government services
Industry watchers query why the Government Digital Service (GDS) decided to build its own cloud platform, when many commercially available options exist Continue Reading