Application Modernization
The process of updating and optimizing existing applications to leverage modern technologies and cloud capabilities.
Description
Application Modernization in the context of AWS refers to the transformation of legacy applications to improve performance, scalability, and maintainability by utilizing cloud-native technologies. This process can involve re-architecting applications to take advantage of microservices, serverless computing, and containerization. AWS offers a variety of services like AWS Lambda for serverless applications, Amazon ECS and EKS for container orchestration, and AWS CloudFormation for infrastructure as code, which facilitate this modernization. The goal is to enhance application agility and responsiveness to business needs while minimizing technical debt. Companies such as General Electric have successfully modernized their applications on AWS, enabling them to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs. This transformation not only optimizes existing workflows but also allows organizations to innovate faster by integrating new features and services seamlessly.
Examples
- General Electric modernized its Predix platform on AWS to improve scalability and reduce operational costs.
- The Financial Times migrated its content management system to AWS, enabling faster deployment and better performance.
Additional Information
- Application modernization can include refactoring, rehosting, and rebuilding applications.
- AWS provides tools like AWS Migration Hub and AWS Well-Architected Framework to assist in the modernization process.