Does Digital Transformation mean getting rid of legacy?

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Chief Digital Officer in Software3 years ago

Digital transformation does not necessarily mean getting rid of legacy systems. It can mean transitioning from paper-based or manual processes to digital processes. It can also mean upgrading legacy systems to take advantage of new technologies.

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Worldwide Strategy & Portfolio, Cross Industry (Supply Chain, ESG, Engineering, Customer Experience, Intelligence Automation, ERP) in Manufacturing4 years ago

Not necessarily, but there is quite a bit of change management involved. For users of "legacy" this becomes a larger obstacle. There are ways of modernization of legacy systems, but the requirements should be the driver of the technology that enables the goal. The technology does not drive the goal. 

Industry Principal Director in Manufacturing4 years ago

Preferable, but may not always be. Here are some reasons why organizations keep legacy:
1) The value-add outweighs the risk of not transforming
2) It is sustainable
3) Poses no/minimal(acceptable) threat to the organization’s GRC & Sec Posture

Time to get rid: When any one of the above is not met.

Director Of Infrastructure in Software4 years ago

Fusion is the way to go. Digital transformation is necessary to be ready for the future. Meanwhile, legacy is a identifier. Fusion of digital transformation with a retro legacy touch can work as absolute differentiator.

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Director of IT in Software4 years ago

Coexistence is the key. A flawless handshake between the two is important

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