Why Mendix?

Cost was the deciding factor. OutSystems and Mendix offer similar capabilities, but OutSystems' unpredictable pricing made long-term planning difficult. Mendix provided a more transparent and manageable solution, helping the company stay in control of its IT budget while keeping development stable.

The migration

With just six months to transition, the challenge was clear: migrate all critical applications without disrupting business operations. A structured, phased approach helped keep everything on track.

Step 1: Understanding what needed to move

Before jumping into development, we mapped out their existing applications. Together, we identified which ones were business-critical and needed immediate attention, and which could be migrated later. This prioritization ensured minimal disruption and allowed for a smooth transition.

Step 2: Moving the data

Data migration was a key challenge. Shifting from an on-premise OutSystems setup to a hybrid cloud-based Mendix environment required careful planning. We built custom APIs to transfer data smoothly while ensuring everything stayed intact.

Step 3: Rebuilding in Mendix

This wasn’t just about copying what was already there. While keeping features intact, we also took the chance to refine workflows, simplify user experience, and make the applications easier to maintain. Mendix’s flexible development environment made this process faster and more efficient.

Step 4: Keeping the experience familiar

The transition needed to feel natural for end-users, so we maintained the look and feel of the applications, allowing employees to pick up where they left off. Redirects were set up to seamlessly guide users to the new Mendix versions, while training and documentation were provided to key stakeholders for a smooth handover. Moreover, the business was actively involved in testing the apps.

Step 5: Ongoing support

Even after the migration, we stayed on board to help optimize the applications and support their Mendix environment. The move gave the company a more predictable, cost-effective setup that’s easier to expand as needed.

"Migrating from OutSystems to Mendix in just six months was a challenge, but with apvine’s flexibility and support, we made it happen. The critical applications were up and running on time, and the transition was seamless for end users."
- The customer

The results

A smooth migration with no unexpected setbacks. While cost was the initial driver, the company quickly saw that the benefits went beyond just cost optimisation.

  • Lower costs: A clear and manageable pricing model with no surprise fees.
  • Minimal disruptions: All applications were migrated on time, with no major interruptions to daily operations.
  • Cloud adoption: Moving to Mendix allowed them to fully embrace the cloud, improving accessibility and security.
  • Room to grow: With Mendix, the company now has a scalable low-code environment that can support new projects.

Looking ahead

This migration wasn’t just about switching platforms, it was about making a smart, cost-effective decision for the long term. By choosing Mendix and working with apvine, the client now has a setup that works for their business both today and in the future.

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