--- title: Cloud Modernization Services and Application Refactoring description: Cloud modernization and app refactoring by NOVA to boost scalability, performance, and reduce IT costs. image: https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-Featured-Image.png --- # Cloud Modernization Services and Application Refactoring Modernize legacy systems, reduce risk, and move to AWS-native architecture without disrupting your business.  [Connect with an Expert](https://www.novacloud.io/contact-us?hsLang=en) ## Modernize Legacy Systems and Unlock AWS-Native Value NOVA modernizes and selectively refactors legacy applications for AWS. We assess your existing systems, redesign application architecture, and rehost or rebuild key components using AWS-native services. The result is software built for operational simplicity, maintainability, and long-term adaptability without shutting down live environments.   ![Nova_AWS Partner_ tiered badge](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova_AWS%20Partner_%20tiered%20badge.svg)   As an AWS Advanced Consulting Partner, NOVA works across cloud engineering, DevOps, integrations, and managed services to support modernization programs end-to-end. Our teams design, build, and support AWS environments using proven patterns, with clear ownership from assessment through production and ongoing operation.  **AWS-Native Architecture: **Applications redesigned to take advantage of AWS-native services when they replace legacy constraints or VMware-based setups.    **Application Refactoring: **Selective refactoring of monolithic applications to reduce coupling and improve deployment and scaling.   **Lower Operating Costs: **Reduced license fees, better resource usage, and cloud cost controls built into the architecture.    **Phased Delivery with Minimal Downtime: **Modernization done in stages to avoid outages and reduce risk to production systems.  ## Our Clients ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Accenture](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Accenture.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Mercedes-Benz](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Mercedes-Benz.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Coinbase-1](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Coinbase-1.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Salesforce](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Salesforce.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-New-York-Life-1](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-New-York-Life-1.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-AstraZeneca](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-AstraZeneca.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Vans-Off-the-Wall](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Vans-Off-the-Wall.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Univision](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Univision.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Mobility-Ado](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Mobility-Ado.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Mount-Sinai](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Mount-Sinai.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Kueski](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Kueski.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Brightfield](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Brightfield.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Indigo](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Indigo.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-AinnovaTech-1](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-AinnovaTech-1.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Charly](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Charly.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Smart-Payment-Services](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Smart-Payment-Services.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Manhattan-Associates](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Manhattan-Associates.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Ritani](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Ritani.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Recurate](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-Recurate.png) ![Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-FullBeauty-Brands-1](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova-nearshore-software-development-trusted-by-FullBeauty-Brands-1.png) ## Cloud Modernization and Refactoring Services NOVA provides hands-on cloud modernization services, including selective refactoring, for teams running legacy and hybrid systems. Each service focuses on a specific modernization need, from legacy assessment through production delivery and long-term operation on AWS.  ![rubric_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48](https://www.novacloud.io/hs-fs/hubfs/rubric_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png?width=50&height=50&name=rubric_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png) ### **Architecture Review**  Review existing application and infrastructure architecture to identify legacy constraints, technical debt, and AWS alignment gaps. Deliver documented findings and modernization recommendations.  ![cloud_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48-1](https://www.novacloud.io/hs-fs/hubfs/cloud_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48-1.png?width=50&height=50&name=cloud_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48-1.png) ### **Cloud Assessments  ** Evaluate current environments, workloads, and dependencies to determine readiness for modernization. Identify refactoring scope, risk areas, and sequencing.  ![finance_mode_45dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48](https://www.novacloud.io/hs-fs/hubfs/finance_mode_45dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png?width=45&height=45&name=finance_mode_45dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png) ### **Modernization Strategy & Roadmap  ** Define a step-by-step modernization plan with clear phases, priorities, and timelines. Align technical changes with business constraints and live system dependencies.  ![move_group_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48](https://www.novacloud.io/hs-fs/hubfs/move_group_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png?width=50&height=50&name=move_group_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png) ### **Legacy Application Refactoring**  Refactor existing applications where change delivers clear operational or architectural benefit. Reduce tight coupling and complexity, and modernize specific components to support improved deployment, scaling, or maintainability without forcing full re-architecture.  ![transition_push_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48](https://www.novacloud.io/hs-fs/hubfs/transition_push_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png?width=50&height=50&name=transition_push_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png) ### **VMware Exit & AWS Transition  ** Stabilize VMware-based environments while planning and executing a move toward AWS-native infrastructure. Support transitional states without extending long-term VMware dependency.  ![cloud_done_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48](https://www.novacloud.io/hs-fs/hubfs/cloud_done_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png?width=50&height=50&name=cloud_done_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png) ### **Cloud-Native Application Development**  Build new or replacement components using AWS-native services. Support serverless, container-based, and API-driven designs based on workload needs.  ![code_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48](https://www.novacloud.io/hs-fs/hubfs/code_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png?width=50&height=50&name=code_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png) ### **DevOps & Delivery Enablement  ** Set up CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code, and deployment automation to support frequent and controlled releases in modernized environments.  ![data_table_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48](https://www.novacloud.io/hs-fs/hubfs/data_table_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png?width=50&height=50&name=data_table_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png) ### **Observability & Monitoring Modernization**  Implement monitoring and alerting using AWS CloudWatch-native services such as CloudWatch. Where applicable, support platform-level visibility integrations (e.g., MuleSoft) through maintained Datadog plugins.  ![automation_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48](https://www.novacloud.io/hs-fs/hubfs/automation_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png?width=50&height=50&name=automation_50dp_5985E1_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48.png) ### **Post-Modernization Support & Optimization**  Support modernized systems after go-live with monitoring, cost controls, and ongoing improvements. Ensure systems remain stable and maintainable as usage grows.     ![Nova_staff augmentation services_ based in US and LATAM_crop](https://www.novacloud.io/hs-fs/hubfs/Nova_staff%20augmentation%20services_%20based%20in%20US%20and%20LATAM_crop.png?width=1000&height=914&name=Nova_staff%20augmentation%20services_%20based%20in%20US%20and%20LATAM_crop.png)   Why NOVA ## A Practical Partner for Cloud Modernization **Teams That Have Done This Before: **NOVA’s engineers have hands-on experience modernizing legacy and hybrid systems on AWS. We work in real production environments and not labs or demos.   **Clear Ownership and Accountability: **You work with a defined team that stays involved from early planning through delivery and support. No handoffs between disconnected teams.    **Structured Ways of Working: **Projects are delivered using clear scopes, milestones, and documentation, so teams know what is changing, when, and why.    **Comfort with Legacy and Constraints: **We work inside existing limits like live traffic, old code, compliance rules, and internal processes, without asking teams to stop the business.    ## Our Success Stories Measured outcomes from real NOVA modernization and refactoring work.  $500K By replacing Oracle database technology with AWS-native database services, Brightfield reduced annual license costs by $500K.    Zero downtime Modernization and migration were completed without service interruption, which allowed Brightfield to deploy changes while keeping systems live.    3x Time to Market Refactored architecture and updated release processes enabled Brightfield to ship new features three times faster than before.  ### All NOVA and AWS Partner Offerings ![retail SDP icon](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/retail%20SDP%20icon.svg) **AWS Retail** ![migration_](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/migration_.svg) **AWS Migration** ![Devops](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Devops.svg) **AWS DevOps** ![Well Architected Tool](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Well%20Architected%20Tool.svg) **AWS Well-Architected Framework** ![Database-freedom](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Database-freedom.svg) **Database Freedom** ![CloudFormation](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/CloudFormation.svg) **AWS CloudFormation** ![Lambda ](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Lambda.svg) **AWS Lambda** ![API Gateway](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/API%20Gateway.svg) **Amazon API Gateway** ![RDS](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/RDS.svg) **Amazon RDS** ![Aurora](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Aurora.svg) **Amazon Aurora** ![DynamoDB](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/DynamoDB.svg) **Amazon DynamoDB** ![Database Migration Service](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Database%20Migration%20Service.svg) **Amazon DMS** ![CloudFront](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/CloudFront.svg) **Amazon CloudFront** Our Services ### Explore All Services ![Nova Services Icon 5](https://www.novacloud.io/hubfs/Nova%20Services%20Icon%205.svg) #### Cloud Engineering Increase efficiency, scalability, and security with AWS cloud solutions tailored to your business.  [Learn More](https://www.novacloud.io/cloud-engineering-aws?hsLang=en) ![chip](https://www.novacloud.io/hs-fs/hubfs/chip.png?width=90&height=90&name=chip.png) #### GenAI & Call Center Gain a competitive advantage and leverage emerging technology to transform your business. 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Refactoring is one option within a broader application modernization strategy. It is used selectively when code changes provide clear operational or architectural benefit, rather than as a default step in every modernization effort. ### What is cloud modernization? Cloud modernization is the work of improving applications and infrastructure, so they align with the capabilities of cloud platforms. Modernization is the process of updating architecture, deployment, and operations to support change, growth, and automation. A strong cloud modernization strategy connects technology changes to business value. It allows businesses to adapt systems to real usage patterns and changing demand. ### What is an example of refactoring? A common example is when an application is moved from a legacy server to AWS and selected components are later refactored to improve how the system scales, deploys, or integrates with other services. For example, user interfaces, APIs, or background jobs may be adjusted independently instead of remaining tightly coupled. This type of app modernization helps teams leverage cloud services effectively and supports safer, incremental improvements after migration. ### What is the difference between migration and modernization? Cloud migration is about relocating workloads from one place to another. Migration involves moving applications, data, or infrastructure from a data center or on-premises infrastructure into a cloud environment, typically without changing how those systems work. Modernization is different. Modernization efforts focus on improving how systems are built, deployed, and operated after they are moved to the cloud. This includes changes to architecture, deployment models, and how teams manage software over time. Migration involves moving, but modernization involves improving. Many organizations begin with migration but later realize they need modernization to get real value from cloud services. ### Can you modernize without shutting down live systems? Yes. NOVA uses a phased modernization approach that allows systems to stay live while changes are introduced over time. This is especially important for businesses running revenue-critical platforms. Instead of replacing everything at once, NOVA plans coordinated modernization work where components are updated in controlled steps. Traffic is shifted gradually, dependencies are mapped early, and rollback paths are defined before changes go live. This approach supports successful cloud modernization without long outages. This method is common in modernization projects that involve production workloads with strict uptime requirements.   ### Do you support VMware environments? NOVA supports VMware only as a transitional step. We help stabilize VMware environments while customers plan and execute migrations to the cloud. The goal is not to expand VMware usage but to reduce long-term reliance on it. Many customers operate in a hybrid cloud state during transition, where VMware runs alongside AWS services. NOVA supports this phase while guiding teams toward infrastructure modernization that removes unnecessary dependencies and improves operational control.   ### Which AWS services do you use for modernization? NOVA selects AWS services based on workload needs. Common services include AWS Lambda, API Gateway, CloudFormation, and CloudWatch, along with other cloud systems depending on performance, security, and scaling requirements. These services support public cloud computing models that reduce manual infrastructure management and improve reliability. NOVA designs cloud architecture so customers can take full advantage of the features instead of recreating legacy patterns in a new cloud environment. ### How do you handle monitoring after modernization? Monitoring is built into the modernization process, not added later. NOVA implements observability using AWS CloudWatch and Datadog to track application health, logs, and performance across cloud and infrastructure layers. This setup supports cloud security, faster issue detection, and operational visibility across modernized applications. Monitoring also helps control infrastructure costs and supports teams running systems as part of managed services. NOVA Is Your North Star for Cloud Modernization Modernize legacy systems, reduce risk, and build an AWS-native foundation for the future with NOVA. Ready to see what's possible?  [Book a Discovery Call](https://www.novacloud.io/contact-us?hsLang=en)