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Details
- AWS introduced new agentic AI capabilities within AWS Transform at re:Invent 2025 to streamline and automate large-scale modernization of legacy software systems.
- Major enterprises including Air Canada, Experian, QAD, Teamfront, Thomson Reuters, and Verisk are already utilizing these tools to address technical debt and speed up modernization projects.
- The new functionality enables organizations to create custom AI agents tailored to their programming languages and frameworks, facilitating comprehensive automation for code and application upgrades.
- Originally launched in early 2025 for Windows, mainframes, and VMware, AWS Transform now supports up to 5x faster modernization and promises a 70% reduction in ongoing maintenance and licensing costs.
- Air Canada reports an 80% decrease in projected time and costs for modernizing thousands of Lambda functions, showcasing tangible benefits over manual processes.
Impact
This update addresses a persistent challenge for enterprises burdened by outdated infrastructure, automating complex modernization work that often consumes a large share of engineering resources. By lowering both the cost and time required for transformation, AWS cements its leadership in enterprise AI automation. The move is likely to drive faster adoption of cloud and AI-driven modernization solutions across industries.
