Impact of distributed applications through the use of microservices technology

Abstract

In the rapidly evolving landscape of software development, traditional monolithic architectures struggle to meet the dynamic demands of complex applications and escalating user requirements. Traditional monolithic architectures pose challenges during software maintenance, disrupting the entire system and limiting scalability. Despite the effort and extensive research in the e-commerce and finance sectors, there is a significant research gap in understanding microservices' impact on system scalability and availability in water supply and sanitation authorities in developing countries. Therefore, this study introduces microservices technology as an innovative solution that offers modular and independent services, enabling system scalability and availability. The study aimed to investigate the transformative potential of microservices technology in the context of water supply and sanitation authorities in developing countries, focusing on the case study of Morogoro Water Supply and Sanitation Authority (MOROWASA). A total of 40 respondents from system stakeholders were selected purposively, including systems developers, ICT officers, and system users at MOROWASA. The comprehensive analysis illuminated a compelling narrative that the adoption of microservices significantly enhances both scalability and availability within the context of water supply and sanitation authorities. The modular design of microservices empowers systems to efficiently handle increased workloads and diverse user demands, marking a paradigm shift in the operational landscape of vital sectors such as MORUWASA. As we move forward, organizations akin to MORUWASA must consider the integration of microservices technology as a cornerstone of their operational frameworks.