Data as a service for legacy modernisation: How to unlock real time insight without rebuilding systems

• Legacy systems often trap data in silos, slowing decision making.

• Data as a service enables real time access without redevelopment.

• Session based access ensures data is secure and never stored locally.

• 2GoCloud modernises data access while preserving existing systems.

The legacy modernisation dilemma

Many organisations want real time insight but are held back by legacy systems that are costly and risky to rebuild. These systems remain central to daily operations, yet they were never designed for mobile access, real time reporting or distributed teams. Redeveloping them can take years, introduce operational risk and require significant investment. For many organisations, this simply isn’t feasible.

As a result, teams often rely on manual exports, outdated reports or workarounds that slow decision making. An on‑demand data access model offers a practical alternative, allowing organisations to modernise how they access information without replacing the underlying systems. This approach supports real time visibility while preserving the stability of existing infrastructure.

What is data as a service?

Data as a service is a model that delivers real time access to enterprise information through secure, session based delivery. Instead of extracting or copying data, users view it directly from the source system. This reduces risk, improves accuracy and removes the need for local storage. It also ensures that teams always work with the most up to date information, regardless of where they are located.

By separating data access from the underlying application, organisations can provide a consistent experience across devices and locations. This makes it easier to support hybrid working, distributed teams and cross‑department collaboration without introducing new security concerns.

Why legacy systems struggle with real time insight

Legacy systems often rely on batch reporting, manual exports and slow update cycles. These limitations make it difficult for organisations to respond quickly to operational changes or emerging trends. Data is frequently locked inside older applications, creating silos that prevent teams from accessing the information they need.

Manual extraction introduces delays and increases the risk of errors, especially when multiple teams rely on the same data. This is where data as a service for real time insights becomes valuable. It enables organisations to access live information without modifying the underlying system, reducing dependency on outdated reporting processes.

How this model modernises legacy systems without redevelopment

By using secure session based access, 2GoCloud allows users to view multiple applications side by side without storing data on devices. This creates a visual integration of information, even when the underlying systems cannot physically connect or share data. Teams can switch between applications, compare information and work with live system outputs in a single, secure environment.

Legacy and bespoke systems can be accessed securely from any location, supporting modern working patterns without redevelopment. This real time data delivery model enables organisations to modernise quickly and cost effectively. It removes the need for large‑scale system replacements and reduces the burden on IT teams, who no longer need to manage complex integrations or device‑level security controls. The result is a more flexible and scalable approach to data access.

Benefits for enterprise decision makers

A modernised data access model delivers several strategic and operational advantages:

• Immediate visibility into performance, enabling faster and more informed decisions

• Reduced delays caused by manual reporting or outdated information

• Improved collaboration across teams with shared, real time data

• Lower IT overhead due to simplified access and reduced device‑level management

• Stronger governance and accuracy through centralised, session based access

These benefits help organisations operate more efficiently and respond more effectively to changing conditions.

Looking ahead

As organisations seek faster, more accurate insight, this approach offers a practical path to modernisation. With 2GoCloud, enterprises can unlock real time access while preserving the systems they rely on. This enables teams to work more effectively, reduces operational risk and supports long term digital transformation without the disruption of redevelopment.

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FAQs

How does real time access improve decision making? 

It ensures teams always work with the latest information, reducing delays and improving accuracy.

Can legacy systems support real time dashboards? 

Yes. Session based access allows dashboards to update instantly without modifying the underlying system.