Application
A software program that is designed to perform a specific function directly for a user or, in some cases, for another application program. Applications may be custom-developed or Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) software.
Impact
Applications are the primary interface through which value is co-created with users. Their performance, availability, and usability directly dictate the perceived quality of a digital service. Failure in application design leads to friction in business processes and loss of productivity.
Weinto take
We view applications as liabilities, not assets. Every line of code is something you have to debug, secure, and maintain. The only asset is the business value the application delivers. Therefore, our architectural goal is to maximize value while minimizing the "application surface area"—using standard components and simple patterns wherever possible.