Cost Factors To Assess When Moving From IBM i To Windows I frequently hear about IBM i users that are thinking of moving to Windows because it is “more modern” or “mainstream.” We have all heard the IBM i basher point out that “character-based screens” is “old technology.” Unfortunately, those who want Windows do not really understand IBM i technology and its remarkable architecture. Those who favor IBM i struggle to explain how IBM i is superior for business critical applications. All … [Read more...]
Delegate IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Administration To Cloud Hosting Provider
This blog highlights a growing IBM i administration trend – IBM i (iSeries/AS400) application hosting A key business management principle is delegation. Perhaps that is why I hear more IBM i executives who are interested in cloud hosting. Quite simply, they want to delegate their IBM i administration. More frequently I hear interest in outsourcing IBM i administration from 3 groups: 1. Those who need IBM i administration skills, 2. Those who are interested in lowering their IT costs, … [Read more...]
Is IBM i (AS400/iSeries) Application Hosting Right For You?
This blog presents the 5 factors most Cloud400 users mention why they host their IBM i (AS400/iSeries) applications in the cloud. Not all of these considerations may apply to your circumstance. As you may think about cloud hosting for your operation, which of the following considerations resonate with you? 1) IBM i Expertise Cloud400 users want IBM expertise for a variety of reasons. Many clients have experienced their in-house IBM i talent shrink (down-sizing, attrition, … [Read more...]
R2D2 Is Alive And Well—Inside Your IBM i (iSeries, AS400) Server
As a tribute to the new Star Wars movie “Rogue One”, this is a reprint of our R2D2 blog from last year. Happy Holidays! R2D2? That little dome-headed “droid” that always kept the Star Wars heroes one step ahead of big trouble? Well, not exactly. The one we’re talking about doesn’t roll around, nor does he chirp. But unlike the movie version, ours is real. He lives inside your IBM i server and he spends his life keeping you out of trouble…with never so much as a thank you from his … [Read more...]
Disaster Averted In The Nick Of Time
Not everyone is graced with the foresight to know when disaster is waiting to strike. But recently, Acme Refrigeration, a Louisiana wholesale supplier of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration products, had the wisdom to know that although predicting disaster is nearly impossible, being prepared for its inevitable appearance pays off in a big way. With their corporate office in Baton Rouge and eighteen branches serving Louisiana and Mississippi, the Acme made the decision … [Read more...]
6 Reasons IBM i Users Want Out Of The On-Premise Hardware Business
This blog covers 6 common reasons people want to host IBM i applications instead of relying on an on-premise server. This last week I was talking to Symmetrical Solutions partner Bob Dzialowski. Symmetrical Solutions develops software for YMCAs. Over the last few years, Bob has seen increased competition from Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) providers. Even though Bob knows his systems offer more functionality, SaaS seems very appealing. As Bob explains, his IBM i customers want out of the … [Read more...]
IBM i Software Keys And Uncommon Transactions
This is a blog about 2 examples where IBM users encountered unexpected delays and expense to get the needed software keys when they replaced their donor servers with newer servers. Anyone familiar with installing IBM i software is familiar with software keys. As a quick reminder, software keys certify you have IBM authorization to use IBM licensed software on a serialized server in your enterprise. Without the software keys, the IBM software will stop working within 70 days of … [Read more...]
3 Reasons Cloud400 30%-70% Less Expensive Than Other Hosting Providers
Cloud400 clients that shopped around before they settled on our IBM i (AS400/iSeries) hosting solution commonly tell us that we are 30%-70% less expensive than other providers. How can Cloud400 be 30%-70% less expensive than other hosting providers? Other hosting providers managing a wide-range of technologies require way more infrastructure and specialized staffing than needed for just IBM i. That also means they have higher costs that they have to pass on to hosting customers. And you … [Read more...]
Your 4 Options When IBM Stops AS400/iSeries Support
Please be aware that IBM has announced that they intend to withdraw hardware maintenance (HWMA) for AS400’s and iSeries effective January 31 2019 through October 31, 2020*. IBM is telling us that it is more difficult to get parts for these servers. So, they have announced that after the termination date, no more hardware support. Review Your Options And Start Planning For The End Of Your IBM HWMA. When IBM HWMA expires, here are your choices: Do Nothing. Run your server until you … [Read more...]
5 Reasons To Keep IBM i PTFs And Technology Refreshes Up To Date
This blog explains the importance of keeping your IBM i OS current with PTFs and Technology refreshes. My purpose is to provide a clear understanding of the important of PTFs. I am concerned about a common inattention among our iSeries clients that neglect IBM PTFs to keep their IBM i OS (OS400/i5/OS) current. I understand the common justification – “the system is working fine, and it will all get taken care of on the next version release. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. So, why not … [Read more...]
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