Software architects struggle with relational database legacy
Summary
However, the survey reported that 80% of architects have had to scale back ambitions for new internet of things (IoT) or mobile applications and services because of challenges in using data. The survey reported that 80% of enterprises have had to scale back their ambitions for IoT or mobile applications due to the restrictive nature of relying on legacy relational database systems. Ravi Mayuram, senior vice-president of engineering and chief technology officer at Couchbase, said: “In this new era of utility computing powered by the cloud, the architect’s role is even more critical. Realising the full potential of modern databases; microservices, AI technologies and edge computing – such as in mobile apps and IOT – to name a few, requires serious thinking. In this developer-driven economy, architects will lead this digital transformation by evolving the application and system architectures in a responsible manner, whereby businesses can make a quantum leap with minimum disruption.”