The purpose of this blog is to explain the IBM i encryption options and factors to help the reader determine when IBM i data-at-rest encryption is cost-justified. Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system. iSeries and AS400 are servers. I use these terms interchangeably to make it easy for folks this information with web searches. Security is a priority for business. We all want our sensitive and critical data to be safe from “bad guys.” As a hosting provider, we take client security … [Read more...]
R2D2 Is Alive And Well – Inside Your IBM i (iSeries/AS400)
Disclaimer: IBM i is an operating system. iSeries and AS400 are servers. I use them interchangeably so folks can easily find fun stuff like this on the web. 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 iSeries/AS400 and he spends his life keeping you out of trouble…with never so … [Read more...]
Who Tracks Your IBM i (iSeries/AS400) HWMA And SWMA Expirations So You Have Continuous Coverage?
The purpose of this blog is to stress the importance of monitoring the renewal of your support agreements. Often, IT departments are so swamped that these renewals can get overlooked. Ideally, your Business Partner gives you 90-120 day advance notice so you have plenty of time to get them renewed. Disclaimer: iSeries and AS400 are IBM servers. IBM i is an operating system. I use them interchangeably to make it easy for folks to find related information on the web. If you are like most of … [Read more...]
Getting A New IBM i (iSeries/AS400) POWER Server? Stuff You Might Not Think About And Should
The purpose of this blog is to highlight many factors that you want to consider when you are about to buy a new IBM POWER server. These factors will save you delays, unexpected costs and painful expensive oversights. Disclaimer: iSeries and AS400 are servers. IBM i is an operating system. I use them interchangeably so folks to more easily find what they are searching for on the web. As an IBM Business Partner, I work with many IBM i users that want new servers.… and seem not to want my … [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...]
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...]
Do You Really Want Professional Services To Migrate Or Upgrade Your IBM i (iSeries/AS400)?
YES! Especially If You Want The Job Done Correctly And Quickly The First Time. And, You Like To Avoid Headaches. The purpose of this blog is to explain the common reasons why more IBM i users want professional services for version upgrades and migrations. Quite simply, this work is not as straight-forward as the documentation suggests. Disclaimer: IBM iSeries and AS400 are servers. IBM I is an IBM operating system. I use these terms interchangeably to make is easier to find this … [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...]
Steve Will – “IBM i: It’s Not Just AS/400”
The purpose of this blog is to highlight a terrific webinar from Steve Will, IBM i Chief Architect sponsored by HelpSystems. This presentation is first-rate if you want to know more about the technical evolution of IBM I from OS400. We in the IBM i community are truly fortunate to have a capable leader like Steve Will, IBM i Chief Architect, and support teammates like Tom Huntington, Executive VP of Technical Services at HelpSystems. If you have had any experience presenting a webinar, you … [Read more...]
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