IDC PlanScape: Application Criticality Assessment
This IDC PlanScape provides a framework for assessing application criticality in preparation for a modernization effort. When developing applications in-house, modernize the development environment as well. According to Gerald Johnston, IDC adjunct research advisor, "A comprehensive assessment of application criticality is not just about understanding the current landscape, but about preparing for the future."
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Executive Summary
Why Is an Application Criticality Assessment Important?
What Is an Application Criticality Assessment?
Who Are the Key Stakeholders?
How Can My Organization Take Advantage of an Application Criticality Assessment?
Advice for Technology Buyers
Strategic
Application Criticality Assessment and Modernization
Define and Develop Criticality Tier Levels
Example of Application Criticality Levels for Large Financial Services Companies
Collaboration and Awareness
Application Assessment and Modernization
Aligning Applications to Defined Platform Solutions
Tools for Application Inventory and Management
Tactical
Collect Inventory Information
Define Inventory Attributes
Example Application Inventory and Criticality Assessment
What Is an Application?
Application Portfolio
Related Research
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