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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Prague , Czech Republic
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15% Enterprise App Modernization30% Custom Software Development20% Mobile App Development +4 services10% AI Development10% AR/VR Development10% Cybersecurity5% Application TestingGigaNeo is a software development company. Founded in 2016, their team specializes in Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Seattle, WA
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20% Enterprise App Modernization30% Cloud Consulting & SI20% IT Strategy Consulting +2 services20% Web Development10% Business ConsultingPivotal Consulting, a cloud consulting & SI company, is based in Seattle, Washington. The team offers cloud consulting & SI and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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20% Enterprise App Modernization20% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI20% Mobile App Development +3 services20% Web Development10% Product Design10% UX/UI DesignSee all 1 projectsVBIntelz specializes in digital marketing and design services, providing strong value through effective advertising strategies. The reviews highlight their role in significantly enhancing business visibility and accelerating growth. Clients commend their dedication and expertise, which have been pivotal in achieving rapid and sustainable success while maintaining alignment with company values.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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10% Enterprise App Modernization36% Mobile App Development20% E-Commerce Development +3 services20% Web Development10% Application Management & Support4% Application TestingSoft Futura is an app development company in Jaipur, India. Launched in 2019, the team offers Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Andorra la Vella, Andorra
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20% Enterprise App Modernization30% Custom Software Development20% IT Strategy Consulting +2 services15% Mobile App Development15% Web DevelopmentEstablished in 2013, Brilliant Consulting is a software development company. The small team provides Custom Software Development and IT strategy consulting.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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25% Enterprise App Modernization25% Custom Software Development25% E-Commerce Development +1 service25% Mobile App DevelopmentAi2 is a small software development firm established in 1982. Their services include Custom Software Development and Enterprise App Modernization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sacramento, CA
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25% Enterprise App Modernization25% Custom Software Development25% UX/UI Design +1 service25% Web DevelopmentUX design agency blueriver was launched in 2010. The team focuses on UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Waterloo, IA
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25% Enterprise App Modernization25% UX/UI Design20% Custom Software Development +2 services20% Low/No Code Development10% Web DevelopmentLow/No Code Development company Redstone Content Solutions was launched in 2008. The team provides Low/No Code Development and Enterprise App Modernization and is in Waterloo, Iowa.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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10% Enterprise App Modernization35% Mobile App Development30% Web Development +3 services10% Custom Software Development10% UX/UI Design5% Graphic DesignSee all 2 projectsKodex Technologies is a web development company, as suggested by the services they were hired for, that has demonstrated significant challenges in project delivery and communication, according to client feedback. The review available is overwhelmingly negative, citing issues such as incomplete project delivery, communication problems, and unfulfilled promises, with the reviewer expressing dissatisfaction and advising against collaboration with Kodex Technologies.
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Kodex Technologies has primarily engaged in the Consumer Products industry, receiving predominantly negative feedback regarding project completion and communication. Clients reported significant delays, incomplete projects, and poor responsiveness, highlighting a lack of transparency and accountability. The overall sentiment indicates skepticism about their reliability and professional conduct. Potential clients in this industry should carefully consider these experiences before partnership, as they suggest Kodex may not be a suitable match for projects requiring dependability and timely execution.
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Client feedback indicates significant dissatisfaction with Kodex Technologies regarding cost and value for money. One reviewer described being forced to pay the final installment despite the project being incomplete, labeling the company as 'dishonest' and 'liars.' They reported that the project took five months with no completion, resulting in a lack of perceived value for the initial $2,600 investment. Overall sentiment suggests that potential clients may encounter issues with project delivery and financial fairness.Was this helpful?
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$25,000+$300+ / hr250 - 999Ottawa, Canada
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10% Enterprise App Modernization20% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI20% Cloud Consulting & SI +3 services20% IT Managed Services20% IT Strategy Consulting10% BlockchainPythian is a business intelligence company in Ottawa, Canada and San Francisco, California. They specialize in BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI and were launched in 1997.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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10% Enterprise App Modernization40% Custom Software Development25% Mobile App Development +3 services10% Blockchain10% Web Design5% Web DevelopmentLaunched in 2021, Trigger Software is a custom software development firm. The small team offers Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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30% Enterprise App Modernization50% Custom Software Development20% Web DevelopmentSmall software development company UI Flow, is located in San Francisco, California. The team provides Custom Software Development and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Warszawa, Poland
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10% Enterprise App Modernization40% IT Staff Augmentation10% Application Management & Support +7 services10% Application Testing5% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI5% Cloud Consulting & SI5% Cybersecurity5% E-Commerce Development5% IT Managed Services5% Other Application DevelopmentEXPinIT Poland is an IT staff augmentation company. They offer IT staff augmentation and Application Testing and are located in Warszawa, Poland.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Puducherry, India
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10% Enterprise App Modernization50% Back Office Outsourcing20% Graphic Design +2 services10% Branding10% Mobile App DevelopmentIntegra Software Services is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Launched in 1996, the team offers Back Office Outsourcing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Amadora, Portugal
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10% Enterprise App Modernization15% Back Office Outsourcing15% Custom Software Development +5 services15% IT Managed Services15% Web Development10% Application Management & Support10% IT Strategy Consulting10% Mobile App DevelopmentReditus is a large Amadora, Portugal-based software development company. Their services include Custom Software Development and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Frisco, TX
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20% Enterprise App Modernization40% Custom Software Development10% Application Management & Support +3 services10% Mobile App Development10% Search Engine Optimization10% Web DesignCode Authority is a software development firm. Headquartered in Frisco, Texas, the firm specializes in Custom Software Development and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Harrow, England
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10% Enterprise App Modernization10% AI Development10% Application Management & Support +7 services10% Application Testing10% Back Office Outsourcing10% Business Consulting10% Custom Software Development10% IT Managed Services10% IT Strategy Consulting10% Mobile App DevelopmentIT strategy consulting company Changepond Technologies Private Limited was established in 2000. The agency specializes in IT strategy consulting and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Addison, TX
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10% Enterprise App Modernization15% Cloud Consulting & SI10% Application Testing +12 services10% Cybersecurity5% AI Development5% Application Management & Support5% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI5% CRM Consulting and SI5% Custom Software Development5% E-Commerce Development5% ERP Consulting and SI5% IT Managed Services5% IT Strategy Consulting5% Mobile App Development5% Web DevelopmentAccolite Digital is a cloud consulting & SI company. In Addison, Texas and Bengaluru, India, the team offers cloud consulting & SI and Cybersecurity.
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$50,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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10% Enterprise App Modernization10% Application Testing10% Cybersecurity +11 services10% Mobile App Development10% Other Application Development10% Robotics Process Automation5% AI Development5% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI5% Cloud Consulting & SI5% Custom Software Development5% IT Managed Services5% IT Strategy Consulting5% IoT Development5% Other IT Consulting and SIIn Irving, Texas and Serilingampalle (M), India, Motivity Labs is a Cybersecurity company. The team offers Cybersecurity and Mobile App Development.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Woodinville, WA
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20% Enterprise App Modernization20% Cloud Consulting & SI10% AI Development +5 services10% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI10% Custom Software Development10% IT Managed Services10% Low/No Code Development10% Web DesignEstablished in 1996, Redapt is a cloud consulting & SI company. The agency focuses on cloud consulting & SI and BI & big data consulting & SI, and is midsize.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9KOlkata, India
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10% Enterprise App Modernization10% AR/VR Development10% Custom Software Development +8 services10% ERP Consulting and SI10% Low/No Code Development10% Mobile App Development10% UX/UI Design10% Web Design10% Web Development8% Blockchain2% AI DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsLeads Digital offers IT skills, consultancy, and other online technical services. Reviews highlight their dedication, efficient service system, and effective workflow, emphasizing the team's high esteem and commitment to success. Clients particularly appreciate the professionalism and respect for employees demonstrated by Leads Digital.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Emeryville, CA
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10% Enterprise App Modernization20% Mobile App Development20% Web Development +7 services15% Custom Software Development10% AI Development10% Other Application Development5% Application Management & Support4% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI3% Application Testing3% Cloud Consulting & SIMobile application development company AppMozart was established in 2019. The company focuses on Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Davao City, Philippines
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10% Enterprise App Modernization22% Web Development20% Custom Software Development +7 services10% E-Commerce Development10% Mobile App Development10% Other Application Development10% Search Engine Optimization5% IoT Development2% Application Testing1% AI DevelopmentMediaone Software Solutions is a small Davao City, Philippines-based web development firm. The team focuses on Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tallinn, Estonia
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10% Enterprise App Modernization50% Custom Software Development20% Web Development +2 services10% IoT Development10% Other Application DevelopmentDigital Magic Ltd. Is a software development firm. They are in Tallinn, Estonia and have small team. They offer Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Kraków, Poland
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10% Enterprise App Modernization50% Mobile App Development10% Application Management & Support +4 services10% Custom Software Development10% E-Commerce Development5% Application Testing5% Wearable App DevelopmentMOBILTEK S.A. Mobile Technology Center, a mobile app development firm, is based in Kraków, Poland. Launched in 2002, the team specializes in Mobile App Development and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Saint-Roch-de-Richelieu, Canada
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10% Enterprise App Modernization25% Custom Software Development25% Web Development +4 services10% AI Development10% API Development10% E-Commerce Development10% Mobile App DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsDevActif specializes in developing iOS and Android mobile applications with services including time entry management, calendar management, and document handling. Reviews highlight their attentive and flexible project management, expertise, and alignment with company values, leading to successful project outcomes and effective communication. Clients appreciate their ability to adapt to needs and contribute valuable industry insights, with no noted areas for improvement.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kolar, India
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10% Enterprise App Modernization18% Mobile App Development10% Advertising +10 services10% Social Media Marketing10% UX/UI Design10% Web Development5% Application Testing5% Cybersecurity5% Graphic Design5% Mobile & App Marketing5% Search Engine Optimization5% Web Design2% AI DevelopmentOreo Technologies is an app development company. The team is located in Kolar, India and Bengaluru, India, and their services include Mobile App Development and Advertising.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines
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30% Enterprise App Modernization25% Blockchain15% Digital Strategy +2 services15% IT Strategy Consulting15% Social Media MarketingMugna Passion Project is an Enterprise App Modernization company. They are headquartered in Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines, and their services include Enterprise App Modernization and Blockchain.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Oakville, Canada
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30% Enterprise App Modernization45% Mobile App Development20% UX/UI Design +1 service5% Wearable App DevelopmentVoila Hub is a mobile application development company. The small Oakville, Canada-based team offers Mobile App Development and Enterprise App Modernization. The agency was founded in 2010.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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30% Enterprise App Modernization20% Mobile App Development15% Web Development +4 services10% Custom Software Development10% Low/No Code Development10% Web Design5% API DevelopmentRaging Developers is an Ahmedabad, India-based Enterprise App Modernization company. Established in 2019, the team focuses on Enterprise App Modernization and Custom Software Development.
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List of the Top 15 Legacy Modernization Services
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$5,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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35.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Miami, FL
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36.7/40.019/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Kraków, Poland
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Enterprise App Modernization85% Other -
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Wrocław, Poland
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35.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Enterprise App Modernization60% Other -
$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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35.4/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
45% Enterprise App Modernization55% Other -
$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Oakland, CA
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34/40.015.2/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Orlando, FL
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999London, England
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37.8/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Warszawa, Poland
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Atlanta, GA
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37.4/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Atlanta, GA
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34.5/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999L'viv, Ukraine
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38/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Conshohocken, PA
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36.4/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Southborough, MA
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32.2/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Warszawa, Poland
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38/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Montréal, Canada
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37.9/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Rybnik, Poland
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35.7/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Frisco, TX
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37.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Stuttgart, Germany
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38.4/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Lakewood, CO
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39.4/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Warszawa, Poland
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35.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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37.3/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Portland, OR
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35.3/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ahmedabad, India
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37.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Belfast, Northern Ireland
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36.9/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Melbourne, Australia
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32.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Enterprise App Modernization60% Other -
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Palo Alto, CA
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36.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Enterprise App Modernization85% Other -
$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Kraków, Poland
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36.7/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Warszawa, Poland
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34.6/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$250,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Broomfield, CO
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37.5/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Enterprise App Modernization90% 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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