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$50,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Bengaluru, India
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40% Enterprise App Modernization40% Application Testing15% IT Managed Services +1 service5% Application Management & SupportQualitrix is an Application Testing company founded in 2015. The team specializes in Application Testing and Enterprise App Modernization and is located in Bengaluru, India.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Edmonton, Canada
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20% Enterprise App Modernization20% Custom Software Development20% Web Development +4 services10% AR/VR Development10% Low/No Code Development10% UX/UI Design10% Web DesignSwordmonkey Studios Inc. Is a software development company founded in 2021. The agency focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$25,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Bristol, England
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20% Enterprise App Modernization35% Custom Software Development20% Application Management & Support +2 services15% Mobile App Development10% Web DevelopmentSoftware development firm Amdaris is based in Bristol, England and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dnipro, Ukraine
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10% Enterprise App Modernization70% Blockchain10% Custom Software Development +1 service10% Web DesignSee all 5 projectsBlaize is a blockchain development company specializing in creating solutions such as token bridges, supply chain systems, and web and desktop applications. Reviewers consistently highlight Blaize's expertise in blockchain technologies, proactive communication, and strategic approach. More than 80% of reviewers commend their professionalism and timely delivery, while a third of reviewers note their flexibility and client-focused service as impressive.
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Clients have expressed high satisfaction with the transparency exhibited by Blaize throughout their projects. One project manager noted, "Our communication was transparent so I could always understand the status of tasks and influence on it when necessary." This sentiment reflects an overall positive experience, highlighting Blaize's open-mindedness and flexibility, which contributed to productive meetings and a clear understanding of project progress.-
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5.0 May 14, 2020Our communication was transparent so I could always understand the status of tasks and influence on it when necessary. All our meetings were highly productive thanks to the project manager's comprehensive approach.
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Blaize has demonstrated expertise primarily in Information Technology, Manufacturing, Business Services, and Retail. Clients commend their robust blockchain solutions for security and supply chain management, emphasizing their proactive and strategic approach. Positive feedback highlights their reliable communication and project management skills across these sectors. The overall sentiment is highly favorable, particularly for organizations seeking advanced blockchain development and integration, as evidenced by successful projects in fintech and CRM systems.
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Clients generally perceive Blaize as delivering good value for money, with positive feedback highlighting their expertise and timely project delivery. One CEO noted that while they appreciated the team's experience, they felt the costs could have been lower, suggesting some tasks could be handled internally. Another client praised Blaize's flexibility and commitment to producing business results, indicating a strong return on investment. Overall, the sentiment leans towards satisfaction with the cost relative to the quality of service provided.Was this helpful?
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Prague, Czech Republic
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50% Enterprise App Modernization30% Custom Software Development20% IT Strategy ConsultingStratox Enterprises, an Enterprise App Modernization company, is located in Prague, Czech Republic. They provide Enterprise App Modernization and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Shilaj, India
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50% Enterprise App Modernization50% ERP Consulting and SILaunched in 1991, SourcePro Infotech Pvt. Ltd. Is an ERP consulting and SI and Enterprise App Modernization company. Their team specializes in ERP consulting and SI and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ostrava, Czech Republic
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15% Enterprise App Modernization20% Custom Software Development15% Cybersecurity +7 services15% IT Staff Augmentation10% Cloud Consulting & SI5% AI Development5% AR/VR Development5% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI5% DevOps Managed Services5% IoT DevelopmentThybit is a custom software development firm. In Ostrava, Czech Republic and Prague, Czech Republic, the agency was founded in 2019. Their team provides Custom Software Development and
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Lisboa, Portugal
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50% Enterprise App Modernization20% IT Managed Services20% Mobile App Development +1 service10% IT Strategy ConsultingBlue Screen IT Solutions is a Lisboa, Portugal-based Enterprise App Modernization company. Launched in 2000, the team offers Enterprise App Modernization and IT managed services.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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10% Enterprise App Modernization10% AI Consulting10% AI Development +7 services10% AR/VR Development10% Blockchain10% Custom Software Development10% IT Staff Augmentation10% IoT Development10% Wearable App Development10% Web DesignIbda Dynamics, an IT staff augmentation company, is in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The team focuses on IT staff augmentation and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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14% Enterprise App Modernization23% Web Development17% Custom Software Development +7 services11% Digital Strategy9% API Development6% Web Design5% AI Agents5% AI Consulting5% AI Development5% E-Commerce DevelopmentCrowd Favorite, a small web development company, is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia and Las Vegas, Nevada. Their services include Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Histon, England
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20% Enterprise App Modernization30% IT Staff Augmentation25% Custom Software Development +1 service25% Product DesignFounded in 2013, Fluent is an IT staff augmentation company. The small team offers IT staff augmentation and Product Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Kozhikode, India
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10% Enterprise App Modernization25% Mobile App Development10% CRM Consulting and SI +7 services10% Custom Software Development10% E-Commerce Development10% ERP Consulting and SI10% Web Development5% Application Management & Support5% Other Application Development5% Other Digital MarketingLilac Infotech , an application development firm, is headquartered in Kozhikode, India and Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India. The team focuses on Mobile App Development and CRM consulting and SI.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Bakı, Azerbaijan
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50% Enterprise App Modernization30% Mobile App Development20% AR/VR DevelopmentAzDimension is an Enterprise App Modernization company. The team is headquartered in Bakı, Azerbaijan, and their services include Enterprise App Modernization and Mobile App Development.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Southfield, MI
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10% Enterprise App Modernization15% Custom Software Development10% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI +7 services10% Blockchain10% Cybersecurity10% E-Commerce Development10% IT Managed Services10% Mobile App Development10% Web Design5% Application TestingTrajectus offers software architecture, development, and bespoke development services. The reviews consistently highlight their expertise, timely project management, and ability to deliver actionable outcomes. Clients appreciate Trajectus for their strong alignment with company values and excellent communication, resulting in high satisfaction with the project results.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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70% Enterprise App Modernization10% Cloud Consulting & SI10% Custom Software Development +1 service10% ERP Consulting and SIAmberteq is a small Enterprise App Modernization company. Founded in 2018, the team offers Enterprise App Modernization and cloud consulting & SI.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bruxelles, Belgium
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70% Enterprise App Modernization15% Corporate Training & Coaching15% IT Strategy ConsultingFounded in 2016, PREGIOTEK, a small Enterprise App Modernization company, is based in Bruxelles, Belgium. Their services include Enterprise App Modernization and IT strategy consulting.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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60% Enterprise App Modernization20% IT Strategy Consulting15% Robotics Process Automation +1 service5% Other Application DevelopmentLaunched in 2020, Kumo Partners is a small Chicago, Illinois-based Enterprise App Modernization company. Their services include Enterprise App Modernization and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Athina, Greece
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10% Enterprise App Modernization25% Custom Software Development15% Cloud Consulting & SI +8 services10% Cybersecurity10% Digital Strategy5% Application Management & Support5% Business Consulting5% CRM Consulting and SI5% IT Strategy Consulting5% Search Engine Optimization5% Web DevelopmentNUS Solutions is a custom software development firm in Athina, Greece. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and cloud consulting & SI.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lenexa, KS
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25% Enterprise App Modernization40% Custom Software Development10% IT Staff Augmentation +4 services10% IT Strategy Consulting7% Mobile App Development5% Cloud Consulting & SI3% UX/UI DesignKeyhole Software is a software development company based in Lenexa, Kansas. Their services include Custom Software Development and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Farmington Hills, MI
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20% Enterprise App Modernization10% Application Management & Support10% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI +7 services10% Custom Software Development10% IT Staff Augmentation10% Mobile App Development10% UX/UI Design10% Web Design5% AI Development5% Cloud Consulting & SISoftura is a midsize Farmington Hills, Michigan-based Application Management & Support company. Their services include Application Management & Support and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Pimpri-Chinchwad, India
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10% Enterprise App Modernization40% Custom Software Development10% AI Development +4 services10% E-Commerce Development10% Microservices Architecture Services10% Mobile App Development10% Robotics Process AutomationLaunched in 1996, Mechsoft Digital Technologies is a custom software development firm. The firm specializes in Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development, and is small.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Midrand, South Africa
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30% Enterprise App Modernization30% Application Testing20% Custom Software Development +2 services10% IT Managed Services10% IT Staff AugmentationLinkfields Innovations is a midsize Midrand, South Africa-based Enterprise App Modernization company. Their services include Enterprise App Modernization and Application Testing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Mumbai, India
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16% Enterprise App Modernization16% AI Development16% Application Management & Support +4 services16% Custom Software Development16% IT Staff Augmentation10% ERP Consulting and SI10% Web DesignAG Technologies Pvt. Ltd, an ERP consulting and SI company, was launched in 1999. The team specializes in ERP consulting and SI and IT staff augmentation and is based in Mumbai, India.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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25% Enterprise App Modernization25% Custom Software Development25% Other Application Development +1 service25% Web DevelopmentOrderStack is a software development company. The team offers Custom Software Development and Web Development, and the firm is based in Mumbai, India.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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15% Enterprise App Modernization50% E-Commerce Development10% CRM Consulting and SI +3 services10% IT Strategy Consulting10% Other Application Development5% BI & Big Data Consulting & SICSS Commerce is an e-commerce development firm. They were launched in 2018, and their services include E-Commerce Development and Enterprise App Modernization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999North Sydney, Australia
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10% Enterprise App Modernization35% ERP Consulting and SI25% Cloud Consulting & SI +4 services10% Cybersecurity10% IT Managed Services5% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI5% Custom Software DevelopmentProfessional Advantage is a midsize ERP consulting and SI company in North Sydney, Australia and Melbourne, Australia. Their services include ERP consulting and SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999London, England
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30% Enterprise App Modernization50% CRM Consulting and SI20% Custom Software DevelopmentWestbrook International is a CRM consulting and SI company founded in 1992. The midsize team provides CRM consulting and SI and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Royal Leamington Spa, England
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15% Enterprise App Modernization30% Custom Software Development30% Web Development +3 services10% Cloud Consulting & SI10% Mobile App Development5% Application Management & SupportLOCALHOST LIMITED, a custom software development firm, is in Royal Leamington Spa, England. Their services include Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Northampton, MA
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20% Enterprise App Modernization20% E-Commerce Development20% UX/UI Design +4 services10% AI Development10% Custom Software Development10% Low/No Code Development10% Web DesignILSA Interactive is an UX design agency launched in 2009. Their services include UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Coimbatore, India
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50% Enterprise App Modernization50% Search Engine OptimizationEnterprise App Modernization and SEO services firm NETART was established in 2016. In Coimbatore, India, the team focuses on Enterprise App Modernization and Search Engine Optimization.
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List of the Top 15 Legacy Modernization Services
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Miami, FL
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35/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Miami, FL
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35.3/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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31.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brno, Czech Republic
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31.6/40.017.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Wrocław, Poland
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31.3/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Ahmedabad, India
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38.1/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Orlando, FL
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36.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Southborough, MA
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30.2/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Jaipur, India
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33.9/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Oakland, CA
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29.8/40.015.2/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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35.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Atlanta, GA
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31.1/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999London, England
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33/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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37/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Toronto, Canada
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32.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Atlanta, GA
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32.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Kraków, Poland
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34.3/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Frisco, TX
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33.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Unterschleißheim, Germany
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32.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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35.2/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Farmington, MI
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31.5/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Enterprise App Modernization60% Other -
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Gliwice, Poland
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34.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249
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32/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Enterprise App Modernization70% Other -
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999London, England
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31.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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32.6/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Warszawa, Poland
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31.5/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Portland, OR
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31.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$250,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Littleton, CO
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33.3/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Conshohocken, PA
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31.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Hudson, OH
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31.4/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Enterprise App Modernization80% Other
Top App Modernization Agencies
App modernization companies upgrade, refactor, or re-platform legacy software so it performs like a modern, cloud-ready application. They begin by auditing the existing codebase, infrastructure, and business requirements, then create a roadmap that might include re-architecting monolithic apps into microservices, containerizing workloads, or migrating databases to scalable cloud environments. Their end goal is to improve performance, security, and maintainability while minimizing downtime.
Most firms deliver a mix of strategic and technical services, such as:
- Legacy code assessment and technical debt analysis
- Re-platforming (e.g., on-prem to AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Code refactoring and re-architecting into microservices
- API enablement and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- UI/UX refresh and mobile optimization
- Data migration, cleansing, and database modernization
- Ongoing maintenance, DevOps, and cloud cost optimization
Pricing varies widely depending on project scope, complexity, and the tech stack involved. Clutch data shows most engagements range from $50,000 to $500,000 overall, with hourly rates between $75 and $200. Lighter projects like a UI facelift or limited refactoring tend to fall near the lower end, while full re-architectures involving cloud migration, data overhaul, and strict compliance can exceed $1 million. Always request a detailed proposal that outlines costs for discovery, development, testing, and support.
When choosing the best right app modernization for your business, consider these:
- Review expertise: Look for case studies that mirror your tech stack (Java, .NET, PHP) and industry compliance needs.
- Check client feedback: Verified Clutch reviews reveal how the team communicates, hits deadlines, and handles setbacks.
- Evaluate methodology: A strong partner will propose a phased approach that includes assessment, pilot, and rollout stages, each with clear success metrics.
- Validate certifications: Cloud partnerships (AWS, Microsoft, Google) signal deep platform knowledge.
- Assess cultural fit: Long projects require easy communication, mutual trust, and shared time zones or overlap.
These are some of the red flags that you should watch for when hiring an app modernization company:
- Guaranteed timelines before an audit: Accurate estimates require a code and infrastructure review.
- Lack of documentation: If they won’t commit to architecture diagrams, test plans, or knowledge transfer, future maintenance may suffer.
- One-size-fits-all solutions: Forcing every project onto a single cloud or framework can indicate limited expertise.
- Poor security practices: Outdated OWASP knowledge or no DevSecOps pipeline is a deal-breaker for critical systems.
- Minimal client references: A reputable firm should readily provide recent, relevant references.
Here are some questions you can ask app modernization companies before hiring them:
- Which modernization strategies (rehost, refactor, re-architect) do you recommend for our stack, and why?
- Can you share success metrics from similar projects—e.g., performance gains or cost reductions?
- What is your approach to minimizing downtime during migration?
- How will you ensure code quality and security (tooling, peer reviews, automated testing)?
- What support and knowledge-transfer do you provide after launch?
- How do you handle scope changes and unforeseen legacy issues?
Partnering with specialists accelerates time-to-value. Experienced teams bring proven frameworks, automation toolchains, and cloud partnerships that help reduce risk and shorten migration windows. Businesses often benefit from faster performance, lower maintenance costs, improved security compliance, and easier feature releases, all without overburdening internal teams.
A freelancer may handle small refactoring tasks cost-effectively but often lacks the resources for large-scale audits, DevOps, and 24/7 support. Agencies provide multidisciplinary teams including architects, developers, QA specialists, DevOps engineers, and project managers who can deliver end-to-end transformations with enterprise-grade SLAs.
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