IT Legacy System Modernization Change Request

Streamline Your Legacy System Modernization with Paperform

Modernizing legacy systems is one of the most complex and high-risk initiatives IT teams undertake. This IT Legacy System Modernization Change Request template provides a structured framework for documenting migration strategies, data conversion plans, and parallel run procedures—ensuring every stakeholder understands the scope, risks, and rollout timeline before you flip the switch.

Built specifically for IT departments, systems architects, and change management teams, this form captures the critical details needed for CAB (Change Advisory Board) approval: current system dependencies, business impact assessments, rollback procedures, and post-migration validation criteria. Whether you're moving from on-premises infrastructure to the cloud, replacing a monolithic application, or consolidating multiple legacy platforms, this template helps you present a clear, defensible plan.

Why IT teams choose Paperform for change management

With Paperform's conditional logic, you can tailor the form based on project complexity—revealing additional fields for high-risk changes or large-scale migrations. Integration with Slack, Jira, ServiceNow, and project management tools means every submission can trigger the right approval workflow, create tracking tickets, and notify stakeholders automatically.

Take it further with Stepper to build multi-stage approval pipelines: route requests to architects, security teams, and business owners in sequence, track sign-offs, and keep your change calendar synchronized across tools—all without manual handoffs or email chains.

For organizations requiring audit trails and compliance documentation, Paperform is SOC 2 Type II certified, and you can export detailed submission logs to demonstrate governance and accountability throughout the modernization lifecycle.

Stop managing legacy system upgrades in spreadsheets or static PDFs. Use this template to bring structure, visibility, and accountability to every modernization project—so your team can focus on execution, not chasing down missing information.