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