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Choose Wisely and Quickly: A Rapid, Data-Driven Approach to Prioritize Applications for Modernization

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This article discusses a rapid, data-driven approach to prioritize applications for modernization. It addresses common pitfalls in modernization and proposes a prioritization model aligned with business goals.

Specifically, the article covers:

  • Common pitfalls in application modernization prioritization
  • A prioritization model focused on business goals and collecting relevant metrics
  • Approach A: Using the Strangler Fig pattern for incremental modernization of high-priority applications
  • Approach B: Eliminating the "swivel chair" phenomenon by modernizing integrations
  • Recommended next steps and seeking assistance from AWS Professional Services or Partners


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