Systematic ROI Assessment Framework for Legacy System Modernization
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.32628/CSEIT251112317Keywords:
Legacy Application Modernization, ROI Assessment Framework, Digital Transformation, Intangible Benefits Evaluation, Technology Investment MetricsAbstract
This article presents a comprehensive framework for evaluating Return on Investment (ROI) in legacy application modernization initiatives, addressing the growing need for organizations to make data-driven decisions in their digital transformation journeys. The framework integrates both quantitative and qualitative dimensions of assessment, providing a structured approach to measuring the effectiveness of modernization efforts. By examining the interplay between tangible benefits, such as operational efficiency gains and cost reductions, alongside intangible benefits like improved business agility and enhanced user experience, the framework enables organizations to develop a holistic understanding of their modernization investments. Through a systematic evaluation methodology incorporating clearly defined business goals, cost-benefit analysis, intangible benefit assessment, and robust ROI metrics, organizations can better align their modernization initiatives with strategic objectives. The proposed framework not only facilitates initial decision-making but also supports continuous monitoring and optimization of modernization outcomes, contributing to the growing body of knowledge in digital transformation management. This article bridges the gap between theoretical modernization approaches and practical implementation considerations, offering valuable insights for technology leaders and decision-makers navigating the complexities of legacy system transformation.
Downloads
References
Omar Bashir, Luke Vinogradov, Shodhan Sheth, "Legacy Modernization: A Transformation Opportunity," ThoughtWorks Strategic IT Initiative Report. [Online]. Available: https://www.thoughtworks.com/content/dam/thoughtworks/documents/e-book/tw_ebook_en_legacy_modernization_a_transformation_opportunity.pdf
Luis Márquez Alcañiz et al., "Security in Legacy Systems Migration to the Cloud: A Systematic Mapping Study," Science and Technology Publications, 2014. [Online]. Available: https://www.scitepress.org/papers/2014/49799/49799.pdf
Timothy C. Fanelli, "A Systematic Framework for Modernizing Legacy Application Systems," ResearchGate, March 2016. [Online]. Available: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/303513552_A_Systematic_Framework_for_Modernizing_Legacy_Application_Systems
Mert Canat, "Enterprise Architecture Success Factors: Analysis from Architects’ Perspective," KTH Royal Institute of Technology, 2018. [Online]. Available: https://kth.diva-portal.org/smash/get/diva2:1299213/FULLTEXT01.pdf
Vijayasekhar Duvvur, "Cost-Benefit Analysis of Legacy System Modernization: A Critical Evaluation for Informed Decision-Making," ESP Journal of Engineering & Technology Advancements, vol. 3, no. 3, Sep. 2023. [Online]. Available: https://www.espjeta.org/Volume3-Issue3/JETA-V3I7P106.pdf
Strata Identity, "The ROI of Application Identity Modernization & Legacy IDP Migration," Strata Identity ROI Analysis Report, 2023. [Online]. Available: https://www.strata.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Strata-Identity_ROI-2023.pdf
Karl-Erik Sveiby, "Methods for Measuring Intangible Assets," ResearchGate, Oct. 2018. [Online]. Available: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327982460_Methods_for_Measuring_Intangible_Assets
Nataliya Struk et al., "Impact Analysis of Digital Transformation on the National Business Structures Development," Financial and credit activity problems of theory and practice, vol. 6, no. 47, Dec. 2022. [Online]. Available: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/366706888_IMPACT_ANALYSIS_OF_DIGITAL_TRANSFORMATION_ON_THE_NATIONAL_BUSINESS_STRUCTURES_DEVELOPMENT
Yan Jin et al., "Performance Evaluation and Prediction for Legacy Information Systems," Proceedings of the International Conference on Software Engineering, June 2007. [Online]. Available: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/4251351_Performance_Evaluation_and_Prediction_for_Legacy_Information_Systems
Alexander Kuntsman and Igor Anatolevich Arenkov, "Method for Assessing Effectiveness of Company Digital Transformation: Integrated approach," IBIMA Business Review, vol. 2019, 2019. [Online]. Available: https://ibimapublishing.com/articles/IBIMABR/2019/334457/334457.pdf
ACT-IAC, "Legacy System Modernization," ACT-IAC Advancing Government, Oct. 2016. [Online]. Available: https://www.actiac.org/system/files/Legacy%20System%20Modernization%20Report%20v1.1%2001112017_0.pdf
Mina Keyany, "Best Practices for Digital Transformation," Academia. [Online]. Available: https://www.academia.edu/40484654/_Best_Practices_for_Digital_Transformation
Downloads
Published
Issue
Section
License
Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Scientific Research in Computer Science, Engineering and Information Technology

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.