The purpose of this blog is to shout from the rooftops we just got a new FIRST-TIME IBM i user! These are rare indeed. When this new client explained his reasoning, it was so good I had to share it with others. I wish we had more IT folks that think like this IT director. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system. iSeries and AS400 are servers. I use these terms interchangeably …. not to confuse …. instead, to make is easy for folks to find this kind of information on the web. Most … [Read more...]
5 Big IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Hosting Trends
The purpose of this blog is to highlight 5 Big IBM i Hosting Trends I expect will continue into 2020 and beyond. Disclaimer: iSeries and AS400 are servers. IBM i is an operating system. I use these terms interchangeably to make it easy for folks to find this kind of information on the web. Prediction is very difficult, especially if it is about the future. For that reason, I will not predict anything about IBM i hosting for 2020. Instead, I will write briefly about 5 Big Trends I … [Read more...]
IBM Announced 8202-E4D End Of Service Is 12-31-20. Your 4 Options When IBM Stops 8202-E4D Support.
Please be aware that IBM has announced that they intend to withdraw hardware maintenance (HWMA) for your 8202-E4D effective December 31, 2020. Review Your Options And Start Planning For The End Of Your IBM 8202-E4D HWMA. When IBM 8202-E4D HWMA expires, here are your choices: 1) Do Nothing. Run your server until you get an error or it fails and then reach out to a 3rd party maintenance company to fix it when it breaks. 2) Get IBM Extended HWMA (when available) or 3rd Party … [Read more...]
How To Scrutinize Your IBM i (AS400/iSeries) Cloud Provider
The purpose of this blog is to highlight important factors to consider when evaluating IBM i cloud hosting providers. Hosting IBM i is very different than hosting other technologies. This type of evaluation is unique and it is an activity that most IBM i users rarely have done because it is relatively new. My intent is to share aspects that will give you a better idea of what to look for when you are in the hunt for a successful IBM i hosting solution. Disclaimer: AS400 and iSeries are … [Read more...]
Thinking About IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Cloud Hosting?
Here Is A Summary Overview Of What To Expect. The purpose of this blog is to provide a high-level overview of basic considerations to move to an IBM i Cloud Hosting provider – 1) Cost to host, 2) Software Transfer Fees, 3) Cost to add High Availability, and 4) What is involved to move to the cloud once you decide to proceed. Disclaimer: IBM iSeries and AS400 are servers. IBM i is an operating system. I use these terms interchangeably to make it easier for folks to find what they want on … [Read more...]
14 Factors To Research When Evaluating IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Hosting From Your Software Developer
The purpose of this blog is to highlight key factors a prospective hosting user will want to evaluate when considering a software developer’s hosting solution. Disclaimer: IBM iSeries and AS400 are IBM servers. IBM i is an operating system. I use these terms interchangeably to make it easier for IBM users to access this information on the web. Last week a prospective hosting client sent me a list of features offered by his software developer’s hosting provider. I understand that a … [Read more...]
We Handle “Challenging” IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Cloud Hosting Projects
The purpose of this blog is to highlight some of the challenging, unusual IBM i hosting assignments that others have turned away. The unique talents and skills of our experienced senior IBM i engineers makes all the difference. Disclosure: iSeries and AS400 are IBM servers. IBM i is the operating system. I use them interchangeably to make it easier for people to find this information on the web. Cloud400 is truly fortunate to have such an experienced and skilled technical team. Our … [Read more...]
Many Corporate Hosting Agreements Do NOT Apply To IBM i. Here’s Why?
Here’s Why: If you are a regular reader of my blogs, you know my company offers Cloud400 to host IBM i applications. Coincidentally, I have had 3 large, publicly traded companies provide us with their “standard” hosting agreement. I can clearly understand that companies want their own hosting agreement to articulate mutual responsibilities, expectations, service level agreements, and technical requirements. As a hosting provider, we have completed SSAE-18 SOC II audits to satisfy … [Read more...]
Assess On-Premise IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Server Total Cost Of Ownership To Understand Your Options
The purpose of this blog is to identify the elements to make up the on premise server total cost of ownership so you can determine your options to upgrade to a new on premise server or move to the cloud to host your IBM I (iSeries/AS400) applications. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system. iSeries and AS400 are servers. I use them interchangeably to make it easier for users to find this information when searching on the web. Every day I speak to IBM i (iSeries/AS400) users to help them … [Read more...]
What Are Your Likely Options For Your End Of Service (EOS) IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Server?
The purpose of this blog is to explain your options if you are faced with IBM EOS. In my opinion, 2 options - used servers and non-IBM hardware support are poor choices. I explain why. Your other 2 viable choices include a new IBM POWER server or IBM i cloud hosting. I briefly explain what you can expect. Clearly, this a high-level presentation so you get a sense of what you can expect. As they ultimately say, the devil is in the detail. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system. iSeries … [Read more...]
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