Rethinking Application Maintenance Cost as a Strategic Lever

This article argues that application maintenance should be viewed not as a mere expense but as a strategic investment in enterprise IT. It discusses how maintenance can drive long-term value through improved reliability, agility, and alignment with business goals. The blog highlights cost drivers such as legacy architecture, frequent changes, technical debt, and staffing inefficiencies. It also suggests methods to control costs: adopting automation, modular design, proactive monitoring, and modernizing the tech stack. With the right approach, enterprises can transform maintenance from a burden into a competitive advantage.Read More: https://www.damcogroup.com/blogs/application-maintenance-cost.