With targeted Software Re-engineering, you bring existing applications up to the latest technical and structural standards.
Software ages, even if it works. Many Swiss companies use applications that were developed ten, fifteen, or twenty years ago. Back then, Delphi, Visual Basic, PHP 5, ASP or Access were considered stable solutions. Today, they are difficult to maintain, security-wise obsolete, and often no longer compatible with modern systems.
Outdated frameworks and databases like .NET Framework 3.5, MySQL 5.x, or old Access versions no longer meet current security and compliance requirements. They lack encryption according to today’s standards, modern patch management, and modern authentication such as Multi-Factor Login or Single Sign-On.
The consequences are noticeable:
Through targeted Software Re-engineering, such systems can be gradually modernized. Applications can be migrated to current technologies like .NET 8, Python or Java. Interfaces are rebuilt with Angular, React or Blazor, and databases are transferred to MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL or Azure SQL.
Software Re-engineering is the systematic process of technically and structurally renewing existing applications without fully redeveloping them. The goal is to preserve the value and functionality of existing software while bringing it up to modern technologies, architectures, and security standards.
Unlike a new development, Re-engineering utilizes the existing codebase and specifically analyzes it: Which modules are stable, and which need to be replaced or optimized? This makes it possible to maintain proven processes while the software becomes more flexible, safer, and maintainable.
A professional Re-engineering extends the lifespan of the software, reduces operating costs, and creates a stable foundation for digital transformation. It combines technical know-how with strategic foresight and ensures that investments in software are preserved over the long term.
Re-engineering of applications (also known as Application Modernization) is much more than just software maintenance. Through Software Re-engineering and the digitalization of processes, companies regain control over their systems.
Particularly with business-critical systems in Production, Logistics, or Administration, this leads to a gradual cost explosion and, in the worst case, to system shutdowns. In many cases, the effort for ongoing patches or workarounds is higher than a targeted modernization.
Thanks to many years of experience, Re-Engineering projects at soxes are approached with a proven methodology. Our Re-Engineering approach follows a clear four-phase model that minimizes risks and secures operations:
Wilux Print AG specializes in labeling and offers reliable, simple, and cost-efficient solutions to companies in various industries. The project with soxes focused on the modernization of an existing Delphi application, which was installed locally on the end customers' devices and retrieved data from an SQL Server database.
The existing solution was technically outdated and distributed across multiple local databases, which led to redundancy and inefficiency. Additionally, the challenge was to ensure the high printing and scanning cadence while creating a user-friendly interface with intuitive workflows.
soxes migrated the application from Delphi to C# in combination with .NET and implemented central database management. As a result, all local installations now access a single SQL Server database, which significantly simplifies and streamlines data management.
The modernized application is technically up to date and ensures long-term usability. New features such as the real-time status overview for orders and devices also increase the added value and provide greater transparency in operations.
When does a New Development make more sense than Re-engineering?
If the old code is severely faulty, incompletely documented, or technologically obsolete, a new development based on the existing logic can be more economical and secure.
What happens to the existing database during Re-engineering?
Existing databases are analyzed, cleaned up, and, if necessary, migrated without data loss to modern systems like MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or Azure SQL.
How do I know if my software should be modernized?
Typical signs are slow performance, unstable processes, security warnings, or increasing effort for small adjustments. A technical quick check provides clarity.
Can the software be used during the migration?
Yes. Through gradual migration and parallel operation, the application usually remains functional without interruption.
Which technologies are suitable for modernized applications?
Current frameworks like .NET 8, Angular, React, Python, or Django offer high stability, security, and scalability for long-term software projects.
Can Re-engineering also include a Cloud Migration?
Yes. Re-engineering is often combined with Application Modernization to move software to cloud environments like Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
Initially, outdated software may only lead to compatibility problems and instability. In a further step, they often entail high effort in maintenance and operation. Furthermore, they can also pose a significant security risk to your company and be a threat not only to smooth business processes but also to your data.
The sooner you address the problem, the less expensive it will be for your company to maintain the old system until modernization or replacement by a completely new system.
How can we support you with your Re-Engineering project? Contact us now without obligation.
Sofia Steninger
Solution Sales Manager
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