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"post_id": "287",
"post_category_id": "50",
"post_title": "What We Did After Failing With an ISO Excel Template",
"post_content_short": "Still managing ISO in spreadsheets?\n
You’re not alone.\n
Many organisations start there. So did we. But version drift, duplicated registers, and audit stress forced us to rethink everything.\n
Instead of adding more templates, we modelled the standard itself.
\n
\nNow our integrated ISO 27001, 9001, and 14001 system runs as structured, scalable work and it’s available publicly via ISOBot.
\n
\nHere’s how we rebuilt ISO from the ground up.",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/software-and-systems-modelling\/what-we-did-after-failing-with-an-iso-excel-template\/",
"post_date": "2026-03-02 05:15:00"
},
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"post_id": "267",
"post_category_id": "48",
"post_title": "Jidoka: Automation with a Human Touch, A Software Method to Gain Organisational Control",
"post_content_short": "The Journal of Software and Systems Modeling published paper offers organisations a path to escape the legacy trap.",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/insights\/newsroom\/jidoka-automation-with-a-human-touch-a-software-method-to-gain-organisational-control\/",
"post_date": "2025-07-10 21:00:00"
},
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"post_id": "259",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Legacy System vs Modern System: How to Know When It’s Time to Move On",
"post_content_short": "Still running on ColdFusion, Delphi or Lotus Notes? Legacy tech hurts performance, security & integration. Learn how modernisation can\n\tfuture-proof your systems—without a full rebuild.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/legacy-system-vs-modern-system-how-to-know-when-its-time-to-move-on\/",
"post_date": "2025-04-24 05:07:00"
},
{
"post_id": "257",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Reducing Technical Debt with State Machines",
"post_content_short": "Simplify logic, reduce technical debt & boost automation with state machines. Model clear workflows,\n\tenable testing & modernise legacy systems with a maintainable approach.<\/span>\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/reducing-technical-debt-with-state-machines\/",
"post_date": "2025-03-31 01:55:00"
},
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"post_id": "242",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Steps to Successfully Modernise Legacy Systems",
"post_content_short": "Modernising legacy systems is key to staying competitive and secure. It involves updating outdated software and hardware to improve\n\tefficiency, scalability, and security. Key steps include assessing the system, choosing the right strategy (e.g., rehosting or rebuilding),\n\tprioritising security, and improving user experience. Successful modernisation enhances operations and reduces costs for both government and\n\tprivate organisations.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/steps-to-successfully-modernise-legacy-systems\/",
"post_date": "2024-10-21 04:00:00"
},
{
"post_id": "19",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "People-First Modernisation with Accord Consultancy",
"post_content_short": "Daniel Ferri of Accord Consultancy emphasizes a people-first approach in business and IT consultancy, aligning with WorkingMouse's\ntechnology-first philosophy. He advocates for balancing actual, managerial, and visionary processes, transitioning workers from process to\nknowledge-based roles, and clearly defining responsibilities within organizations. His insights highlight the importance of integrating\npeople, process, and technology for effective modernization.",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/people-first-modernisation-with-accord-consultancy\/",
"post_date": "2024-07-05 06:01:00"
},
{
"post_id": "20",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Metamodels for ISMS Success",
"post_content_short": "WM employs metamodels to streamline relationships, automate documentation, and generate code. The original ISMS metamodel managed ISO27001\n\tbut has been updated to a modular structure, allowing integration with other standards like ISO 9001. This new metamodel enhances risk\n\tmanagement by cross-referencing common ISO models and roles. The ISMS cheat sheet, now integrated with Codebots and Gitlab, updates\n\ttemplates to this modular framework, linking team members to their roles and simplifying risk extraction and verification.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/metamodels-for-isms-success\/",
"post_date": "2024-06-11 06:16:00"
},
{
"post_id": "23",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Project Types Application Applicability",
"post_content_short": "We categorize software modernization into three types: Like-for-Like Replacements<\/strong>, which upgrade outdated systems while\npreserving existing workflows; Spreadsheets Replacements<\/strong>, which transition from error-prone spreadsheets to scalable custom\napplications for better data management; and Disparate Systems Replacements<\/strong>, which integrate multiple unconnected systems\ninto a single platform to streamline operations and improve decision-making. Modernizing systems is crucial for managing growth, enhancing\nefficiency, and ensuring future readiness.",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/project-types-application-applicability\/",
"post_date": "2024-05-05 05:41:00"
},
{
"post_id": "25",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Embracing Abstraction for Cost-Effective System Development",
"post_content_short": "Abstraction in system development involves focusing on core aspects by removing unnecessary details, which can revolutionise how\n\torganisations modernise and streamline their processes. Instead of discarding diagrams and artefacts, reusing them for higher-level models\n\tcan boost productivity, consistency, and quality while cutting costs. The Jidoka philosophy, prioritising automation and quality over speed,\n\thighlights that investing in systematic abstraction leads to more cost-effective and agile development. Embracing this approach helps\n\torganisations balance quality with cost management and accelerates their path to innovation.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/embracing-abstraction-for-cost-effective-system-design\/",
"post_date": "2024-05-04 14:00:00"
},
{
"post_id": "28",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Which Systems to Modernise?",
"post_content_short": "Supporting legacy systems costs Australian state governments over $160M annually. To modernise effectively, ICT leaders should categorise\n\tsystems by quality and value: replace low-quality, low-value ones with commercial solutions, and prioritise high-value systems for\n\tmodernisation. Focus on systems that align with business goals, conduct a cost-benefit analysis, and ensure executive support. This approach\n\thelps make modernisation cost-effective and strategically aligned with organisational objectives.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/which-systems-to-modernise\/",
"post_date": "2024-04-10 00:49:00"
},
{
"post_id": "30",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Executive Buy-In for Modernisation Projects",
"post_content_short": "Executive buy-in is crucial for successful modernisation projects, as it aligns the project with strategic goals, secures necessary\nresources, and fosters a culture of innovation. To gain executive support, involve stakeholders early, build a realistic roadmap, and gather\ncustomer insights. Successful examples show the value of executive endorsement, while lack of buy-in can lead to project failures. By\nensuring executive alignment and maintaining stakeholder engagement, organisations can effectively navigate the complexities of\nmodernisation and achieve long-term success.",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/executive-buy-in-for-modernisation-projects\/",
"post_date": "2024-03-05 01:03:00"
},
{
"post_id": "29",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "5 Root Causes of Legacy Systems",
"post_content_short": "Legacy systems often result from rapid technological evolution, inadequate documentation, poor design and architecture, evolving business\n\tneeds, and organisational resistance to change. These factors make legacy systems challenging to maintain and update. To address these\n\tissues, organisations should focus on understanding the root causes, prioritising modernisation, and embracing continuous updates to stay\n\tcompetitive and aligned with business objectives.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/5-root-causes-of-legacy-systems\/",
"post_date": "2024-03-05 00:54:00"
},
{
"post_id": "33",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Modernising Software 101",
"post_content_short": "Legacy systems are often identified by frequent downtime, poor user experience, outdated technology, high maintenance costs, lack of\nsupport, and security issues. These systems, while valuable, are challenging to maintain and adapt. Organizations can either replace or\nmodernize legacy systems—replacement involves building or buying new systems, while modernization updates existing systems with modern\ntechnology. Modernization is ideal for systems that still offer high business value but suffer from low quality. Due to growing technical\ndebt and evolving needs, modernizing legacy systems is crucial for maintaining business value and adapting to new technologies.",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/modernising-software-101\/",
"post_date": "2024-02-14 01:21:00"
},
{
"post_id": "34",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "8 Reasons and 5 Inhibitors to Continuous Modernisation",
"post_content_short": "Continuous modernisation involves regularly updating systems, processes, and technologies to stay aligned with evolving business needs and\nmarket demands. It offers benefits like enhanced adaptability, innovation, and reduced maintenance. Key inhibitors include resistance to\nchange, lack of resources, and reliance on outdated systems. Jidoka, a methodology combining automation, modelling, and quality, can\nfacilitate continuous modernisation by improving efficiency and collaboration. Embracing continuous modernisation is crucial for remaining\ncompetitive and responsive to changing environments.",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/8-reasons-and-5-inhibitors-to-continuous-modernisation\/",
"post_date": "2024-01-28 01:26:00"
},
{
"post_id": "193",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "How to Move From Excel to a Web Application",
"post_content_short": "Moving from Excel to a web application in 2024 can significantly enhance scalability, efficiency, and functionality. The process begins by\n\treverse-engineering the Excel schema to create a scalable database, followed by defining the scope to integrate new features and\n\tcapabilities. Leveraging modern technologies like Codebots enables faster development by automating foundational tasks, allowing developers\n\tto focus on custom integrations and API-driven enhancements. This transition fosters better collaboration, scales the solution, and\n\teliminates manual inefficiencies, as seen in real-world examples of successful migrations.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/how-to-move-from-excel-to-a-web-application\/",
"post_date": "2024-01-01 04:56:00"
},
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"post_id": "190",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "How to Choose an Australian App Development Company?",
"post_content_short": "Choosing an Australian app development company requires evaluating several key factors to ensure a successful partnership. Focus on legal\n\taspects like intellectual property ownership (you should own it), working with onshore teams for better communication, and opting for\n\tcompanies that don’t give upfront pricing but offer transparent, scientific estimation processes. Ensure the agency uses modern\n\ttechnologies, has a plan for managing scope creep, and offers post-development support. Most importantly, trust is vital—choose a company\n\tthat prioritises collaboration and transparency over cost alone to avoid costly issues down the line.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/how-to-choose-an-australian-app-development-company\/",
"post_date": "2024-01-01 04:38:00"
},
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"post_id": "188",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "How To Avoid Slow and Expensive App Development",
"post_content_short": "In 2024, app development typically takes 4 to 7 months and costs between $5,000 and $50,000, depending on complexity, with factors like\n\tcustomization, third-party integrations, and ongoing maintenance influencing cost and timelines. The process involves seven stages:\n\tplanning, analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance, each critical to the project’s success. To reduce costs\n\tand time, businesses can leverage modern solutions like WorkingMouse’s Codebots platform, which automates much of the coding process,\n\tallowing teams to focus on creativity and strategy while accelerating development.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/how-to-avoid-slow-and-expensive-app-development\/",
"post_date": "2024-01-01 04:27:00"
},
{
"post_id": "185",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "How Can IT Teams Prepare For Workplace Modernisation?",
"post_content_short": "The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of modern workplaces, with 94% of companies using cloud computing by 2024. A modern workplace\n\tutilises digital technology, supports remote work, fosters online collaboration, and enhances employee experience. IT teams play a crucial\n\trole in this transformation by setting up cloud infrastructure, modernising legacy applications, establishing communication channels, and\n\tensuring security. The result is a more efficient, agile, and satisfied workforce, allowing businesses to thrive in a rapidly evolving\n\tdigital landscape.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/how-can-it-teams-prepare-for-workplace-modernisation\/",
"post_date": "2024-01-01 04:08:00"
},
{
"post_id": "182",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Continuous Modernisation: A Better Way to Digitally Transform Your Organisation",
"post_content_short": "Continuous modernisation is essential for organisations to thrive in today’s digital landscape, as digital transformation is an ongoing\n\tprocess, not a one-time project. Shifting from a project-based approach to a product-focused mindset allows for constant assessment and\n\timprovement, ensuring businesses stay competitive. By combining software rewrites, cloud migrations, and strategic updates, while\n\tprioritising security and compliance, organisations can efficiently modernise and remain resilient in a rapidly evolving marketplace.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/continuous-modernisation-a-smarter-approach-to-digital-transformation\/",
"post_date": "2024-01-01 03:51:00"
},
{
"post_id": "168",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Legacy System Modernisation: A Strategic Path to Innovation and Growth",
"post_content_short": "Legacy systems hinder innovation, growth, and customer experience. Modernising them is a strategic decision that aligns with business goals,\n\timproves efficiency, and enhances customer satisfaction. Legacy modernisation involves assessing whether to replace, rebuild, or migrate\n\tsystems. Delaying it risks security vulnerabilities, inefficiencies, and high maintenance costs. Key strategies include migration,\n\trebuilding, cloud migration, or a hybrid approach. Success requires careful planning, executive buy-in, and aligning modernisation with\n\tbroader business strategy.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/legacy-system-modernisation-a-strategic-path-to-innovation-and-growth\/",
"post_date": "2024-01-01 01:36:00"
},
{
"post_id": "166",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Data Migration: Preparing Your Business for the Future",
"post_content_short": "Computers have transformed society, evolving through multiple stages since WWII. Now in the fourth industrial revolution, driven by AI and\n\tcyber-physical systems, migrating data to the cloud is crucial for businesses to stay competitive. Data migration transfers legacy systems\n\tto modern platforms, enhancing scalability and user experience. Despite challenges, a structured process can ensure a smooth transition and\n\tfuture success.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/data-migration-preparing-your-business-for-the-future\/",
"post_date": "2024-01-01 01:14:00"
},
{
"post_id": "229",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "AngularJS: Long Gone, What’s Next for Your Legacy Applications?",
"post_content_short": "As of 2024, businesses still using AngularJS, which reached end-of-life in 2021, face significant risks including security vulnerabilities,\n\tperformance issues, and limited developer support. To modernise, consider migrating to the latest version of Angular for smoother updates or\n\tswitching to popular frameworks like React, Vue, Svelte, or Solid.js. This migration phase also offers a chance to evaluate your\n\tapplication’s performance and user experience. While it’s not too late to modernise, delaying further will increase risks as web\n\ttechnologies continue to advance.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/angularjs-is-gone-whats-next-for-your-legacy-apps\/",
"post_date": "2024-01-01 00:43:00"
},
{
"post_id": "212",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "The Data Migration Journey: Why and How to Migrate",
"post_content_short": "Migrating data to the cloud in 2024 is essential for businesses aiming to achieve scalability and elasticity but comes with challenges. The\n\tprocess involves three key steps: extracting, transforming, and loading data. However, only 60% of migrations are completed on time due to\n\tlimited IT resources and potential issues during the migration. New trends like multi-cloud strategies, AI automation, zero-downtime\n\texpectations, and strict data privacy regulations shape the modern migration landscape, making security and compliance top priorities\n\tthroughout the journey.\n",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/the-data-migration-journey-why-and-how-to-migrate\/",
"post_date": "2023-12-31 22:56:00"
},
{
"post_id": "38",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Top Risks of Software Modernisation",
"post_content_short": "Software modernization involves several risks including data migration challenges, integration issues, security vulnerabilities, budget\noverruns, user resistance, and downtime. Effective risk management requires careful planning, thorough risk assessments, and transparent\ncommunication. At WorkingMouse, we address these risks using the PRINCE2 framework for structured project management, ensuring proactive\nhandling of potential issues. We implement phased rollouts, rigorous testing, and maintain detailed documentation to mitigate risks and\nensure a smooth transition.",
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"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.workingmouse.com.au\/blogs\/top-risks-of-software-modernisation\/",
"post_date": "2023-12-06 01:43:00"
},
{
"post_id": "225",
"post_category_id": "3",
"post_title": "Web Apps vs Excel: Which to Use When",
"post_content_short": "When deciding between using a web app or Excel, consider the needs and scalability of your business. Excel works well for small-scale tasks,\n\tbut as collaboration and complexity grow, its limitations become evident, particularly in terms of version control and security risks. Web\n\tapps, on the other hand, provide better integration, automation, and scalability, offering solutions that can handle multiple users and\n\tevolving business needs. With low-code and no-code platforms, businesses can transition from Excel to more robust web apps without heavy\n\tinvestment, making web apps the smarter choice for growing organisations looking to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.\n",
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"post_date": "2023-01-01 00:23:00"
}
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