In our Modernization Strategies series, we look at the full range of modernization pathways available to organizations that maintain legacy applications. In this article, we focus on Replatforming. I’ll define it, explain the pros and cons, and outline best practices. What is Replatforming? Replatforming, also known as “lift-tinker-and-shift,” involves moving parts of a system without

In our Modernization Strategies series, we take a look at the full range of modernization pathways available to organizations that maintain legacy applications. In this article, we focus on the first and most basic modernization strategy Rehosting, or ‘lift and shift’. We’ll define it, explain the pros and cons, and outline best practices. What is

There’s a good chance you’ve heard great things about Robotic Process Automation (RPA) with its ability to lower costs, reduce errors, and help your organization process information faster than ever before. With little effort, you can imagine how it might transform your knowledge worker jobs and uplift your company to a much improved competitive force

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming numerous industries, and software development is no exception. AI can be employed throughout the development cycle, from initial design to implementation, testing, and maintenance. Machine learning algorithms aid in bug detection, while AI-powered predictive models forecast potential issues, enhancing the software’s overall quality and reliability. The potential for efficiency gains

If you have experience with a vendor lock-in arrangement, you know the drill. Experiences vary, but there’s a good chance you found yourself uncomfortably dependent on your software vendor. In hindsight, you probably got there for a good reason: the vendor offered a fully functional, pre-built solution that helped you quickly achieve your company’s business

Many companies today function with outdated legacy systems and continue to hum along just fine. After all, their trusty systems, many of which were groundbreaking when they were first introduced, are what got them here in the first place.

Thanks to ease of implementation and a relatively rapid ROI, business units are increasingly leveraging robotic process automation (RPA) to turbocharge the productivity of their front-line business users. Growth in the RPA software and services market remains strong, with many predicting the global RPA market will reach nearly $7 billion by 2025 – a compound

A striking revelation unveils that 70-80% of all business transactions worldwide are still written in COBOL. This isn’t just a nostalgic nod to the past but a testament to COBOL’s persistent relevance. While the allure of newer languages sweeps the tech world, the truth remains. COBOL holds its ground by governing vital financial, administrative, and

Maintaining COBOL applications on a mainframe can be a serious challenge for the most experienced CTO or IT Manager, but with the right tools and strategies, it’s possible to overcome these challenges and ensure that your systems are secure, reliable, and up-to-date. These are the top 4 challenges in maintaining COBOL applications on a mainframe,

IBM i (IBM AS/400) has steadily built a reputation for reliability, simplicity, and integration capabilities since its introduction decades ago. The platform powers applications that span multiple industries and performs a range of functions, from ERP systems and financial management solutions to healthcare applications and CRM software. Along the way, IBM i has continued to