Real-time Agentic HyperAutomation for Legacy Systems: A CTO’s Perspective
- Chris Lamberton
- Jun 30
- 2 min read
In today's digital-first world, legacy systems aren’t just technical debt, they’re

strategic assets. As CTOs, our challenge isn’t replacing these systems; it’s empowering them to deliver new digital experiences without disrupting what is already in place. TrustPortal’s Agentic real-timeHyperAutomation platform does exactly that—seamlessly transforming old systems into agile, automated engines.
Instant Legacy Integration with HyperAPI Only about 10% of enterprise systems offer full APIs leaving a vast IT estate siloed and inflexible, TrustPortal can help here.
TrustPortal’s HyperAPI layer makes legacy systems consumable via secure REST endpoints without touching a single line of code.
As CTO, this means we can unify disconnected systems into modern portfolios instantaneously: workflows, mobile apps, chatbots, all real-time, all without vendor support or risky migrations.
No-Code Orchestration & Human-in-the-Loop
Once legacy systems are API-enabled, the real magic begins. TrustPortal’s no-code orchestration layer stitches together MiniBots, RPA tools, humans, and GenAI into dynamic, guided workflows that operate in real-time across every channel.
We can embed interactive UIs for agents, invoke AI models mid-process, and deliver end-to-end productivity gains all while legacy systems remain intact.
Fast ROI & Ultra-Low Risk
The platform is built for speed. Pilots go live in weeks, not years, so minimal disruption to day to day business.
Operational KPIs show 30–50% cost savings, 50% faster handling times, and measurable upticks in customer satisfaction scores within months.
We see hardcore proof: Telefónica, for instance, achieved €50 M in year-one savings with just three months of agent training and legacy orchestration.
Scale Confidently-Securely
From a CTO standpoint, security and governance are must-haves. TrustPortal delivers triple-layer encryption, blockchain-style audit logs, and zero-trust architecture while maintaining compliance with GDPR, PCI, and SOC2, more information here. And because it’s SaaS-based and regionally isolated, the infrastructure footprint is minimal, no server deployments, no disruptive desktop installs. Deployment risk is low; scaling risk is negligible.
The CTO Checklist
To implement HyperAutomation in a legacy-heavy environment, here’s your action plan:
Step | Action |
1 | Identify business-critical legacy systems lacking APIs |
2 | Expose core functions using HyperAPI—no code required |
3 | Build guided workflows that orchestrate Automation + Humans + AI |
4 | Pilot with high-impact use cases—contact centre, claims, onboarding |
5 | Measure ROI within the first quarter: cost savings, speed, satisfaction |
6 | Scale across departments, all while keeping systems untouched |
Conclusion
As CTOs, our goal isn’t to abandon what’s built, but to augment it with agility and intelligence. TrustPortal’s real-time agentic HyperAutomation, powered by HyperAPI, is the bridge that connects our robust, battle-tested core systems with tomorrow’s digital engagements. Fast, secure, proven and delivered without disruption.
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