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AI accelerates legacy system modernization for enterprises

Many enterprises struggle with legacy software, with up to 70% of IT budgets spent on maintenance rather than innovation. Outdated systems, often written in languages like COBOL, pose security risks, slow down operations, and lead to high developer turnover. A "big bang" approach to modernization frequently fails due to complexity, but an incremental, AI-augmented strategy can succeed. This involves using AI to analyze code, gradually replacing old components with modern services, and replatforming high-value areas to cloud environments, ultimately enabling AI-driven operations. AI

IMPACT Enables enterprises to reduce IT maintenance costs and accelerate innovation by leveraging AI for code analysis and modernization.

RANK_REASON The article discusses a strategy for modernizing legacy software using AI, which is a practical application of AI rather than a core AI development or release.

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AI accelerates legacy system modernization for enterprises

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Igor Fedulov, Forbes Councils Member ·

    ​Why Legacy Modernization Fails

    Beyond raw dollars, legacy systems create a silent drag that compounds over time.