{"id":8261,"date":"2014-08-22T15:08:11","date_gmt":"2014-08-22T20:08:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mrc-productivity.com\/blog\/?p=8261"},"modified":"2014-08-25T15:18:14","modified_gmt":"2014-08-25T20:18:14","slug":"modernization-methods-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mrc-productivity.com\/blog\/2014\/08\/modernization-methods-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"Modernization methods explained"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Education\"Summary: Are you stuck with legacy applications? Do you view application modernization as risky, expensive, or potentially disruptive to your business? It doesn’t have to be, if you choose the right modernization method. Learn which modernization approach works best for you.<\/em><\/span>
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\nConfusion surrounds legacy application modernization. Some think modernization is risky. Others think it will disrupt their business. Still others think it\u2019s not worth the expense.<\/p>\n

Are any of these assumptions correct? <\/p>\n

Yes and no. It all depends on which modernization method you choose. <\/p>\n

Sure, modernization CAN be risky. But, it doesn\u2019t have to be. <\/p>\n

It can disrupt business, if you choose certain methods. <\/p>\n

And yes, it can be quite expensive…if you choose the expensive approach.<\/p>\n

The fact is, none of these apply if you use the right modernization methods. Modernization shouldn\u2019t be risky, expensive, or disruptive. <\/p>\n

The problem is, many businesses don\u2019t understand the different modernization approaches. So, they choose the risky, disruptive option because they think it\u2019s their best bet. <\/p>\n

Today, let\u2019s put an end to that confusion. We put together a couple of resources to help businesses better understand modernization. First, here\u2019s a free whitepaper entitled \u201cCrash course in modernization<\/span><\/a>“. It takes an in-depth look into the modernization basics, including the need for modernization and the methods.<\/p>\n

Second, we put together a comparison chart based on the information found in the whitepaper. It lets you compare 5 different modernization methods side-by-side and find the one that works best for you. A broader description of each option can be found in the whitepaper.
\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
<\/th>\nScreen
\nScraping<\/th>\n		Code
\nConversion<\/th>\n		Rip and
\nReplace<\/th>\n		Buy new
\nand migrate<\/th>\n		Extend and
\nsurround<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
What is it?<\/strong><\/td>\nScrapes data from legacy apps and displays it in a graphical format<\/td>\nConvert legacy code into modern code<\/td>\nThrow out old apps and build new apps from the ground up<\/td>\nPurchase pre-built applications and migrate existing data<\/td>\nGradually surround legacy applications with modern applications<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Does it replace legacy code?<\/strong><\/td>\nNo<\/strong><\/td>\nYes<\/strong><\/td>\nYes<\/strong><\/td>\nYes<\/strong><\/td>\nYes<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Does it replace legacy architecture?<\/strong><\/td>\nNo<\/strong><\/td>\nNo<\/strong><\/td>\nYes<\/strong><\/td>\nYes<\/strong><\/td>\nYes<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Speed<\/strong><\/td>\nFast<\/strong><\/td>\nFast<\/strong><\/td>\nVery Slow<\/strong><\/td>\nSlow<\/strong><\/td>\nVariable<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cost<\/strong><\/td>\nCheap<\/strong><\/td>\nCheap<\/strong><\/td>\nExpensive<\/strong><\/td>\nVery Expensive<\/strong><\/td>\nModerate<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Risk<\/strong><\/td>\nLow<\/strong><\/td>\nLow<\/strong><\/td>\nHigh<\/strong><\/td>\nModerate<\/strong><\/td>\nLow<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ongoing maintenance<\/strong><\/td>\nDifficult<\/strong><\/td>\nDifficult<\/strong><\/td>\nEasy<\/strong><\/td>\nEasy<\/strong><\/td>\nEasy<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Business Disruption<\/strong><\/td>\nLow<\/strong><\/td>\nLow<\/strong><\/td>\nHigh<\/strong><\/td>\nHigh<\/strong><\/td>\nLow<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Advantages<\/strong><\/td>\nFast and Cheap<\/td>\nFast and Cheap<\/td>\nCustom apps<\/td>\nFully modern apps<\/td>\nLets you modernize at your own pace<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Disadvantages<\/strong><\/td>\n\n
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  • Not actually modernization<\/li>\n
  • Limited capabilities<\/li>\n
  • Difficult maintenance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
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  • Doesn\u2019t replace legacy architecture<\/li>\n
  • Limited capabilities<\/li>\n
  • Difficult maintenance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
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  • High-risk<\/li>\n
  • Time consuming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
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  • High cost<\/li>\n
  • No a custom fit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
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  • Time consuming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ideal for…<\/strong><\/td>\nCompanies that need to appear modern, without actually modernizing<\/td>\nCompanies that want to turn old code into new code without actually modernizing<\/td>\nCompanies with a large developer staff who need a completely custom solution<\/td>\nCompanies who need modern applications but lack the time for the \u201crip-and-replace\u201d method<\/td>\nCompanies on a budget who want a custom modernization solution at a prioritized pace with minimal disruption<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Long-term modernization solution?<\/strong><\/td>\nNo<\/strong><\/td>\nNo<\/strong><\/td>\nYes<\/strong><\/td>\nYes<\/strong><\/td>\nYes<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Of course, if you have any questions about modernization, feel free to let us know. We\u2019ve helped countless companies modernize their legacy apps over the last 30 years, and would be more than happy to help you. If you need help, just fill out this short form<\/span><\/a> and let us know what you have on your plate.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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