The purpose of this blog is to provide a high-level overview of 4 key 2020 IBM i trends. Each topic involves more detail than I can provide with this summary. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system. iSeries and AS400 are servers. I use these terms interchangeably to make is easy for folks to find this information with web searches. 1) Security Warding off hackers, malware, ransomware and data breaches is serious stuff. Neglectful or naïve dismissal can lead to grave … [Read more...]
Need Support For Legacy System/36 Or IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Application Software? Give Your Legacy Applications New Life!
The purpose of this blog is to briefly discuss legacy IBM mid-range server application software that is still in operation, and its users still need help with documentation, programming, and modernization. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system. iSeries and AS400 are servers. I use these terms interchangeably to make it easier for folks to find the information they are seeking on the internet. Legacy Applications Are Still Active...And VERY Useful Despite the emphasis on new … [Read more...]
You Have A Legacy IBM Server And No Hardware Support. Now What?
The purpose of this blog is to let you know that if you want the least disruption with your IBM POWER servers, keep your IBM hardware and software support current. Also, keep your PTFs and technology refreshes current as well. When you learn your server is at End of Service life, it is ideal to move to the newest technology or a dependable alternative like hosting. To remain on a legacy server without support is a gamble and you will likely experience untimely disruption. Disclaimer: IBM i … [Read more...]
Legacy IBM i (iSeries/AS400) Application? Get Something To Replace It Or Modernize What You Have?
The purpose of this blog is to discuss factors that companies should consider before they decide to leave the IBM i (iSeries/AS400). I confess that I have a bias towards the IBM i platform. And after 2 decades I am astounded by the number of bad choices and unfulfilled promises made by the IBM i replacements. In most cases I have seen, the transition took way longer, cost a lot more (staggering how much more money it costs), and never worked as promised. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating … [Read more...]