Business Logic Extraction

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, many companies still rely on legacy systems that have been in place for years, if not decades. While these systems often contain the core “business logic” that drives key processes, they are usually burdened with outdated code, interfaces, and structures that make them costly and difficult to maintain. Enter Sector7’s Business Logic Extraction (BLE) methodology, a solution that allows businesses to preserve the valuable logic within their legacy systems while modernizing the technology to meet current operational demands.

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What is Business Logic Extraction (BLE)?

Business Logic Extraction refers to the process of identifying and isolating the essential business rules and logic from legacy applications, which have often been developed using older programming languages and frameworks. Over time, businesses evolve, but the rules encoded in these systems may still hold immense value. However, maintaining these systems becomes increasingly impractical due to outdated platforms, lack of modern documentation, and the dwindling availability of professionals skilled in legacy languages.

Sector7’s BLE methodology, developed over nearly four decades of industry experience, addresses these challenges by extracting the vital components of the legacy system and re-expressing them within a modern architecture. This process preserves the core functionality that companies have relied on, while eliminating the obsolescence associated with outdated platforms.

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The Sector7 Difference

At Sector7, we specialize in Enterprise Application Business Logic Extraction and Reassembly (ENABLER™). This proprietary process enables companies to move away from legacy systems without losing the essence of their business operations. With over 1,000 successful rehostings completed, we understand how to balance scope, cost, and project timelines to deliver results that meet our clients’ business goals.

Our proven methodology begins with a detailed analysis of the legacy application, including its lines of code, databases, interfaces, and complexity. We then utilize this data to create a well-defined project plan that ensures every task is accounted for and delivered on time. Our full transparency pricing model, where every resource and line-item is tracked, ensures that there are no hidden costs and that you have complete visibility into where every dollar is being spent.

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Why Modernize Your Legacy Systems?

The value of a legacy application is difficult to quantify, but consider that many businesses have invested millions in developing and maintaining these systems. Rather than discarding that investment, Sector7 helps companies modernize their systems while preserving their core business logic. Legacy systems are often difficult to maintain due to issues such as:

• Obsolete programming languages (e.g., PL/I or COBOL)

• Outdated databases (e.g., hierarchical or networked databases)

• Difficulties in finding skilled professionals to support aging platforms

By modernizing, businesses can achieve a host of benefits, including:

• Reduced operational costs: Modern platforms are typically more efficient and less costly to maintain than legacy systems.

• Improved flexibility: A modern infrastructure allows businesses to respond to changing market conditions and business requirements more effectively.

• Enhanced security: Newer systems are built with contemporary security features, making it easier to comply with industry standards and protect sensitive data.

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Planning for Success: Scope, Cost, and Timeframe Projection

Accurately projecting the scope and cost of a legacy system migration is key to success. Sector7 uses a comprehensive planning process that incorporates every possible variable into a Microsoft Project plan. From resource allocation to line-item dependencies, every element is considered. For larger projects, we allocate full-time project managers and administrators to ensure smooth execution and on-time delivery.

Our method for pricing is simple and transparent: we feed hourly rates for each assigned resource into the project plan, which automatically generates the total project cost. By providing our clients with access to the project schedule and cost breakdown through web portals, we ensure that there are no surprises along the way.

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Conclusion

As businesses look to the future, it’s essential to modernize their systems without losing the valuable business logic that has been crafted over years of experience. Sector7’s Business Logic Extraction services provide a cost-effective, reliable way to preserve that core functionality while moving to a modern, secure, and flexible platform.

Whether you’re dealing with outdated languages, obsolete databases, or a shrinking pool of skilled professionals to maintain your legacy system, Sector7 can help you make the transition to modern technology seamlessly. With a focus on scope, cost management, and high-quality execution, we help you preserve your software investment without compromising on performance or reliability.

For more information, contact us at [email protected] or visit www.sector7.com/contact-us to learn how we can help transform your legacy systems for the future.