Next steps - AWS Prescriptive Guidance

Next steps

Mainframe modernization is a complex and critical initiative that demands specialized knowledge and advanced solutions. You can accelerate your modernization process and achieve faster business outcomes through strategic partnerships that will help you with the following tasks:

  • Evaluate and prioritize: Review your mainframe applications and identify which ones are suitable for replatforming while keeping the database on Db2 for z/OS. Consider factors such as complexity, business criticality, and potential return on investment (ROI).

  • Develop a migration strategy: Create a detailed plan for replatforming your selected applications, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.

  • Assess tools and technologies: Research and select appropriate tools and technologies to facilitate the replatforming process, such as application modernization platforms or code conversion tools.

  • Engage with experts: Consider partnering with mainframe modernization specialists or consulting firms that have experience in replatforming projects.

  • Proof of concept: Start with a small-scale proof of concept to validate your approach and identify potential challenges before scaling up to larger applications.

  • Testing and validation: Develop a comprehensive testing strategy to ensure that your replatformed applications function correctly and maintain data integrity with your existing Db2 for z/OS database.

  • Training and knowledge transfer: Prepare your team for the new environment by providing training on the replatformed applications and any new tools or technologies introduced.

  • Phased implementation: Consider a phased approach to replatforming, where you gradually migrate applications while monitoring performance and addressing any issues that arise.

  • Continuous optimization: After replatforming, continuously monitor and optimize the performance of your applications and their interactions with the Db2 for z/OS database to ensure long-term success.

  • Modernize at your pace: Now that the workload is running on AWS and already taking advantage of the cloud, start planning the re-imagine phase of your modernization.