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...]
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...]
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...]
Is It time To Review Your IT Disaster Recovery Plan?
OK, time for a reality check. You Either Have A Recovery Plan Or You Don’t. If You Do Have A Recovery Plan, Are You Sure It Will Work? IBM reports of all businesses with recovery plans 75% do not conduct regular recovery testing. But even if things go as planned, how realistic is the plan? Industry studies document that when downtime strikes, 33% of all recoveries do not go as expected. Can You Afford To Be Down For More Than 24 Hours – And Recover With Data That Is 36-48+ Hours … [Read more...]
What You Don’t Know About IBM i Disaster Recovery Replication Solutions Can Hurt You
Operations with critical needs to quickly recover from IBM i (iSeries/AS400) server downtime want Disaster Recovery Replication Solutions. Disaster Recovery Replication Solutions allow users to recover in minutes, not hours…if they make the proper choices and clearly understand the limitations of each solution. There Are 3 Basic IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Server HA Solutions When it comes to Disaster Recovery Replication Solutions, you … [Read more...]
7 Steps To Get FREE IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Software Keys For Your Backup Server
This blog explains how to get IBM License Program Products (LPP) software keys for your backup server. If you are not familiar with this process, it can be frustrating and bewildering. My purpose is to explain the process so it is easier to understand and execute. Many IBM i (iSeries/AS400) users have a backup server to continue to run their critical applications when unexpected downtime occurs. This can be a simple as a backup server ready to run within 16-28 hours from a tape backup to … [Read more...]
Cloud400 Costs 45% Less Than A New IBM POWER i (iSeries/AS400) Server – 4 Reasons Rex-Hide Moved To Cloud400
In this post Rex-Hide Industries' Brian Cook, IT Manager, explains why he chose to move to Cloud400. He shares the 4 reasons why he made the change and the 4 benefits he discovered after he was live on Cloud400. Background Incorporated in 1917, Rex-Hide is a manufacturer of rubber products with sales over $100 million. Located in Tyler, Texas, corporate IT supports 7 autonomous divisions with over 100 users. Their products are marketed to other manufacturers who make hoses and bumpers to be … [Read more...]
7 Myths About IBM i (iSeries,AS400) Cloud Hosting
This blog briefly covers debunking 7 myths about Cloud Hosting IBM i (iSeries, AS400) application. With all the buzz about Cloud Hosting, there are several misconceptions. I have been helping clients migrate to Cloud400 IBM i (iSeries, AS400) application Cloud Hosting for years. Many have shared with me their reasons to make the move, as well as their doubts and concerns. Let me highlight the most common reservations I hear and debunk some of the myths about IBM i Cloud Hosting. … [Read more...]
5 Methods To Secure Your Cloud Hosted IBM i Applications
Every user I speak to about hosting is concerned about the security of their applications and their critical data. This post discusses 5 methods to secure hosted IBM i applications and data. 1) IBM i Secure Foundation The IBM i operating system is proprietary and unique in its design. I have attached a summary of the IBM i Secure Foundation from a very helpful website: http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/power/software/i/security/integrity.html Quite simply, unlike other operating … [Read more...]
9 Ways IBM i Cloud Hosting Disaster Recovery Saves Money
1) With IBM i Cloud Hosting You Never Overbuy Or Overpay For Capacity You Don’t Use. With IBM i Cloud Hosting you never overbuy or overpay for capacity you don’t use, which is commonly the case with a physical target server or CBU. That’s because replicating to IBM i Cloud Hosting Logical Partition (LPAR) only needs a subset of the production capacity. With replication, you don’t need as much memory or core performance (CPW) compared to running a production environment. If you need more … [Read more...]