This blog reflects my frustrations with IBM i (iSeries/AS400) solution providers who implement short-sighted price hikes and cuts in support quality to improve their short-term profitability. These tactics are not annoying. Instead, they are downright aggravating. I hear from many former loyal IBM users racing to leave the platform because they feel that they have been abused by these practices. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system. iSeries and AS400 are IBM servers. I use these terms … [Read more...]
I Just Found Out My IBM i (AS400/iSeries) Is End Of Service Next Year. Is Hosting An Option?
The purpose of this blog is to explain how IBM i hosting can be an option for IBM users who discover that their server is nearing End of Server (EOS). Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system and AS400/iSeries are brand names for servers. I use them interchangeably to make it easier for IBM users to find information on the web. IBM i users have been notified that IBM POWER5 (such as 9406-520), POWER6 (such as 9407-515, 8203-E4A) and 2 generations of POWER7 (8202-E4B and 8202-E4C) servers will … [Read more...]
IBM i (AS400/iSeries) Upgrade Season Is In Full Bloom
The purpose of this blog is to briefly summarize key factors happening right now that affect IBM i version upgrades. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system. AS400 and iSeries are names for servers. I use them interchangeably so users can more easily find information on the web. IBM i upgrade season is in full bloom as users upgrade to V7.2 or V7.3. As IBM users know, IBM software support (SWMA) is no longer available for V5R4 and V6R1. 5/1/2018 - IBM i 7.1 SWMA Will Be SE … [Read more...]
REVEALED: 3 NEW Trends Why IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Users Move To Cloud Hosting
The purpose of this blog is to explain the latest trends that make IBM i (iSeries/AS400) cloud hosting such a popular trend. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system. iSeries and AS400 are servers. I use them interchangeably to make it easier for people to find the information they want on the web. In many of my recent discussions with clients that have moved or are thinking about moving to IBM i cloud hosting, I am hearing some new compelling factors. Since we started IBM i cloud hosting, … [Read more...]
6 Ways IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Cloud Hosting Saves Money
The purpose of this blog is to highlight the factors that can save an IBM i (iSeries/AS400) user money compared to an on premises server. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system and iSeries and AS400 are server names. I use these terms interchangeably to make it easier for users of these platforms to find information with web-based search engines. Over the years, I have spoken with hundreds of IBM i users that will evaluate the cost of cloud hosting compared to the cost of an on premises … [Read more...]
How To Plan For Your IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Future?
What We Can Expect To Come For IBM i And POWER9 The purpose of this blog is to share the early insights I have read about the IBM iOS and the POWER9 server. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system and iSeries and AS400 are server names. I use them interchangeably to make it easier for users to find information with search engines What Is The Foreseeable Future For IBM i? I often get asked how long will IBM support my IBM i OS. I expect the IBM i OS to evolve and be supported for 10 … [Read more...]
Non-IBM Hardware Support Is A Risky Plan For POWER6/7 Servers
One of my clients with an 8202-E4B is concerned about IBM’s End of Service (EOS) announcement for his POWER7 server. He wants to migrate off the IBM POWER server to new software running on a different platform. His company does not want to buy a new IBM server. They believe they can move in 12-24 months… yeah, right!! So, he wanted to know if we knew of any non-IBM maintenance support for his server. I explained that with POWER5 (i.e. 9406-520) and older servers, non-IBM support has … [Read more...]
4 Reasons Why IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Move To Cloud Hosting In 2018
The purpose of this blog is to highlight the reasons IBM i users are moving to cloud hosting in 2018. So what? What I now sense that is most striking is the desire for 1) Safe, Secure And Reliable Hosting (protection from downtime and unexpected disruption) and 2) IBM i Expertise to manage the hosted environment (so the IT staff can focus on supporting their users). In the past, Cost Savings had a higher priority for the move to the cloud. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system and … [Read more...]
Why Migrate To IBM i V7.2?
Upgrade To V7.2 For IBM Support AND SAVE MONEY The most compelling reason to move up to V7.2 is to stay on a supported version of IBM i OS. As you may know V5R4 and V6R1 are not actively supported. V7.1 support and enhancements are withdrawn April 30, 2018. You can still get support if you pay for Service Extension. Before you conclude “I’ll just stay at V7.1 with Service Extension”, find out the cost. Once my clients understand the cost for Service Extension --- and it is … [Read more...]
IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Hosting – Evaluating Hosting Agreements
When you start thinking about hosting your IBM i (iSeries/AS400) applications, it is only normal to pay a lot of attention to cost, functionality, and support. Check Out The Hosting Agreement To Be Safe In addition, I believe the hosting agreement is a critical element in the evaluation. Let’s consider key elements in the hosting agreement. What Trial Period Can You Expect …And Is It Really Long Enough For Adequate Testing. It always seems to take longer to get your hosted system … [Read more...]
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