Migrating old Windows-based desktop software, so-called legacy applications , to the cloud is generally perceived as a long, expensive and technically challenging project. According to the international Standish group report* 2019 (CHAOS report), only 16-30% of information system projects succeed according to their goals, and according to a study conducted in Finland**, only 30% of projects succeed. Studies show that 70% of software replacement projects in companies fail. The biggest risks in a software replacement project are often related to the fact that the implementation of new software takes time and work tasks are delayed or stopped. Bugs may be found in new software far into the future. In addition, employee resistance to change requires well-managed change leadership and support for a long time during the implementation phase and after. A failed change project in companies is also always a major financial risk.
Loiston has a solution to this problem. We can significantly improve the usability and security of your current Windows desktop software by migrating it to a browser-based software version without the earlier mentioned risks and pitfalls. This is done quickly and cost-effectively without demanding, expensive and time-consuming extensive software change projects. In the service we offer, we migrate familiar and secure desktop software to a cloud service, where the familiar user environment remains visually identical . Resistance to change is minimized, as no one has to learn to use a completely new type of software. Employees can immediately continue using the software in the same way as before.
Using our cloud-based service is cost-effective and you only pay for the time you use. The service provided by Loiston works on your existing hardware, so there is no need for other initial investments. Deployment is fast and cost-effective. Loiston can also take responsibility for the maintenance, updates and security of the entire software infrastructure on your behalf, freeing up your company's IT team's resources for more important work.
In addition, other benefits of Loiston's cloud-based service include that it is scalable and user profiles can be easily managed. With the help of the logging function, you know who has logged into the software, because each user in our service has personal IDs. When user IDs can be managed centrally, when an employee leaves the company, the IDs can be deactivated. This improves security and ensures that only authorized persons have access to your company's data.
Cloud-based software can be used anywhere, on any device. The user can start working at the office and continue from exactly the same point at home – all windows and files are exactly as they were left. The user experience is made as effortless as possible for both the administrator and the end user. All data and applications remain in the cloud, and do not end up on individual hard drives. This makes data security and backups much easier.
Cloud migration turns your Windows/desktop environment into a flexible service that scales with your business needs. It's the fastest way to modernize your digital workplace without complex and expensive installation projects. Want to hear more?
*Chaos Report (Comprehensive Human Appraisal for Originating Software) 2020
**s. 5-11; Myllymäki, R., Hinkka, T., Hirvensalo J. & Hämäläinen J. toim. 2015. Successful information system project. Part 1: Advice for those purchasing an information system. Ketterät Kirjat Oy.