Microsoft Events presents an in-depth session on Simform NeuVantage’s AI-powered approach to accelerating application modernization on Azure, featuring insights from Hiren Dhaduk and Matthew Wendel.

Faster time-to-value for App Modernization Using NeuVantage AI

Speakers: Hiren Dhaduk, Matthew Wendel
Session Code: ODSP1432
Event: Microsoft Ignite 2025

Overview

Modernizing enterprise applications can be slowed by complex assessments, hidden dependencies, and an unclear return on investment. This session outlines how Simform NeuVantage uses Azure-based AI capabilities to streamline the transition from discovery to production.

Key Topics Covered

  • AI-driven Portfolio Analysis:
    • Automatically identifies candidates for modernization within application portfolios.
    • Evaluates existing infrastructure and flags critical limitations using AI-powered discovery.
  • Modernization Path Recommendations:
    • AI suggests the optimal modernization approach (rehost, replatform, refactor) for each app.
    • Built-in analytics clarify cost savings and resources needed for each path.
  • Azure Integration and Resource Breakdown:
    • Breaks down Azure resources, showing how existing workloads might map to modern Azure services.
    • Provides download packages with deployment artifacts and scripts.
  • Automation and Workflow Acceleration:
    • Automates several repeatable tasks in the modernization process.
    • Generates Terraform templates and deployment scripts for faster implementation.
  • Session Structure:
    • Initiation of a new assessment creation.
    • Cost savings overview with Azure resource analysis.
    • Assessment of current on-prem/cloud infrastructure.
    • Summary of recommended Azure services.
    • Downloadable package with modernization artifacts.
    • Demonstration of comprehensive capabilities including infrastructure-as-code generation.

Audience Takeaways

  • Learn how to harness AI for rapid app modernization assessments on Azure.
  • Understand the technical underpinnings of recommending and implementing modernization approaches.
  • See automation in action: reducing manual steps through Terraform and scripts.

Additional Resources

Chapters

  1. Initiating the New Vantage Assessment Creation
  2. Cost Savings and Azure Resource Breakdown
  3. Assessment of Current Infrastructure and Identifying Limitations
  4. Azure Services Recommendation Summary
  5. Downloadable Package with Artifacts and Deployment Scripts
  6. Comprehensive Modernization Capabilities Including Terraform Generation