How To Implement Microservices Within A Monolithic Architecture

The white paper “How to Implement Microservices within a Monolithic Architecture” by ForgeRock offers a strategic blueprint for organizations looking to modernize legacy systems without full-scale replatforming. Authored by Doug Norton-Bilsby and Alex Laurie, the guide introduces microservices as a method for achieving agility, scalability, and future-proofing in customer-facing digital ecosystems—all while leveraging existing monolithic architectures.

The paper stresses the importance of identity and API integration as enablers of this transition. Rather than dismantling legacy systems, companies can progressively abstract services—introducing microservices where appropriate while maintaining operational continuity. ForgeRock’s identity-enabled architecture provides a secure services layer, allowing seamless integration, security, and orchestration of microservices and third-party providers.