CLOUD MIGRATION AS A REENGINEERING STRATEGY AND ASSESSMENT OF COSTS AND RISKS
Keywords:
cloud migration, reengineering, cost analysis, risk management, information systems, digital transformationAbstract
This article explores cloud migration as a modern technological strategy for reengineering information systems, enabling the transformation of business processes by moving applications, data, and services to cloud environments. It highlights how this strategy provides increased flexibility, scalability, cost-effectiveness, and simplified infrastructure management. The relevance of the topic is justified by the rapidly growing popularity of cloud technologies in both private and public sectors. A structured approach to assessing costs and risks at different migration stages is proposed. Key cost categories are identified, including auditing, software adaptation, staff training, testing, and licensing. A generalized budget distribution table is provided. The article outlines the main risks associated with migration, including technical, organizational, financial, and security-related challenges. A classification method is introduced, categorizing risks by their sources and their potential impact on IT infrastructure stability. Examples from leading global companies that have adopted cloud solutions are discussed. The paper concludes with a summary of the advantages and drawbacks of cloud migration as a reengineering tool and presents suggestions for future research, including opportunities to automate risk and cost assessment using modern analytical tools. This work is intended for IT professionals, analysts, digital transformation consultants, and researchers focused on optimizing IT infrastructure.
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