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5 Reasons Your Business Can’t Afford to Ignore Cloud Computing
Cloud computing is essential for modern businesses, offering cost savings, scalability, strong security, innovation, and sustainability. It enables flexibility, enhances collaboration, and supports long-term growth. Now is the time to embrace the cloud and future-proof your operations. Read More…
7 Benefits of Moving to the Cloud
Not using cloud solutions means struggling with outdated systems that hinder business performance. Moving to the cloud, where services are hosted on remote servers, offers significant benefits: enhanced collaboration, scalability, cost efficiency, continuous delivery of updates, global market access, and strong data security. With 94% of companies leveraging cloud services by 2023, the cloud modernizes operations, improves flexibility, and cuts IT costs. Businesses can choose between public, private, or hybrid clouds based on their needs, and decide between Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) or custom solutions. Adopting cloud solutions allows businesses to thrive in a digital world, streamline operations, and expand globally. Read More…
Executive Buy-In for Modernisation Projects
Executive buy-in is crucial for successful modernisation projects, as it aligns the project with strategic goals, secures necessary resources, and fosters a culture of innovation. To gain executive support, involve stakeholders early, build a realistic roadmap, and gather customer insights. Successful examples show the value of executive endorsement, while lack of buy-in can lead to project failures. By ensuring executive alignment and maintaining stakeholder engagement, organisations can effectively navigate the complexities of modernisation and achieve long-term success. Read More…
How to rescue your software application
Rescuing a software application requires a strategic approach, starting with reassessing the situation and identifying the core issues. By addressing resource gaps, evaluating the codebase using AI-driven tools, and determining if migration is necessary, teams can realign the project. Open communication and goal setting are critical to ensuring success, whether working with internal teams or outsourcing to a development company. In 2024, leveraging modern tools like CI/CD pipelines, AI-driven project management, and automated testing can streamline the process, helping to rescue and deliver a successful software project. Read More…
How Can IT Teams Prepare For Workplace Modernisation?
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of modern workplaces, with 94% of companies using cloud computing by 2024. A modern workplace utilises digital technology, supports remote work, fosters online collaboration, and enhances employee experience. IT teams play a crucial role in this transformation by setting up cloud infrastructure, modernising legacy applications, establishing communication channels, and ensuring security. The result is a more efficient, agile, and satisfied workforce, allowing businesses to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Read More…
Continuous Modernisation: A Better Way to Digitally Transform Your Organisation
Continuous modernisation is essential for organisations to thrive in today’s digital landscape, as digital transformation is an ongoing process, not a one-time project. Shifting from a project-based approach to a product-focused mindset allows for constant assessment and improvement, ensuring businesses stay competitive. By combining software rewrites, cloud migrations, and strategic updates, while prioritising security and compliance, organisations can efficiently modernise and remain resilient in a rapidly evolving marketplace. Read More…
Cloud migration is key for businesses seeking scalability, flexibility, and cost efficiency. Benefits include cost reduction, improved collaboration, and enhanced security. Understanding service models (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) and choosing the right migration strategy (rehosting, refactoring) are crucial. Despite challenges like technical debt and cultural resistance, careful planning ensures a smooth transition, giving businesses a competitive edge. Read More…
The Data Migration Journey: Why and How to Migrate
Migrating data to the cloud in 2024 is essential for businesses aiming to achieve scalability and elasticity but comes with challenges. The process involves three key steps: extracting, transforming, and loading data. However, only 60% of migrations are completed on time due to limited IT resources and potential issues during the migration. New trends like multi-cloud strategies, AI automation, zero-downtime expectations, and strict data privacy regulations shape the modern migration landscape, making security and compliance top priorities throughout the journey. Read More…
Strengthening the Weak Links - Legacy Systems
Legacy systems can pose significant cybersecurity risks due to outdated technology, lack of vendor support, and insufficient security features. These systems often face challenges like security vulnerabilities, obsolete authentication methods, and inadequate monitoring. A practical solution is the like-for-like replacement, where old systems are replaced with updated versions that perform the same functions. Additionally, future-proofing strategies, such as risk assessments, data preservation, cloud solutions, and regular audits, are crucial for maintaining security during the modernization process. For more on how we handle legacy system upgrades, check out our work with the Department of Defence. Read More…
Using the Firecracker Method for Legacy Migration
Digital transformation is essential for updating outdated IT systems, and one approach is the firecracker method. This technique is ideal for small legacy applications, such as those built in Microsoft Access. The process involves documenting the old system's requirements, cleaning up and reverse-engineering the schema, designing a new UI, and then developing, testing, and deploying the updated application. This method is straightforward for smaller systems but may not suit larger, more complex ones. Proper documentation is crucial to ensure new applications remain relevant and manageable. For guidance on modernizing legacy software, consider reaching out or exploring available resources. Read More…
Cloud Migration Case Study: Department of Defence
WorkingMouse, in partnership with Cornerstone, migrated the Department of Defence's disparate procurement systems to a centralized cloud repository. Originally focusing on non-material procurement, the project expanded to include material procurement. Using agile methods and Codebots, the team achieved rapid development and integration, enhancing transparency and reporting. The successful migration led to ongoing enhancements and an expanded scope, consolidating all procurement activities into a single cloud application. Read More…
Why Picking the Right SaaS Vendor Is So Important for Cloud Security
As cloud computing becomes more popular, understanding its security implications is crucial. Unlike traditional IT, cloud security relies heavily on choosing a reliable SaaS provider, as cloud environments expose data to unique risks. SaaS vendors are responsible for securing data, including handling backups and subcontracting issues. Despite these risks, cloud computing offers significant benefits if managed correctly. To maximize security, thoroughly research and select reputable SaaS vendors, and ensure they implement robust protection measures. Read More…
The Jump to Using Agile for Application Development
Agile development, favored for its adaptability, replaces the old waterfall method by using iterative sprints for continuous feedback and improvement. Key benefits include reduced costs and quicker market readiness. To maximize Agile's effectiveness, customize it to fit your business, consider variable sprint lengths, and integrate Lean principles. Agile also complements cloud migration by allowing gradual, iterative transitions. WorkingMouse enhances Agile with software bots to speed up development. Read More…
Safety First: Overcoming Cloud Computing Security Threats
Cloud services offer significant benefits like reduced costs and improved access but face skepticism due to security concerns. Many IT leaders worry about cloud security, fueled by high-profile data breaches like Equifax’s. Key challenges include ensuring data security, integrity, and confidentiality in the cloud. SaaS providers must implement robust security measures, such as two-factor authentication and regular security assessments, to protect user data. Despite these risks, with proper precautions, the advantages of cloud computing can outweigh the drawbacks. Read More…
The Need for Speed: The Codebots (Innovation Platform) Story
An innovation platform may sound vague, but it significantly speeds up and modernizes application development by automating much of the coding process. It enables cloud migration and uses model-driven engineering to streamline software creation. WorkingMouse's platform, for example, simplifies this with tools and processes that save time and improve efficiency, making the future of tech more promising. Read More…
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