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How Can Legacy Systems be Improved?: Options
4.Rejuvenate the system: Phases of rejuvenation
process (cont.)
nMake the system more
efficient - system can be
converted to a new operating environment and a new file structure, together with manual tuning and enhancements to reduce system processing time
nGive the system a
strategic role - to answer the
question “How can we provide even more timely information or improve competitive position in the marketplace.” Consider options, such as mainframe online or distributed systems