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IBM i: the challenge of generational transition

2024-03-28T12:04:19+02:008 November 2021|Blog|

IBM i was born over thirty years ago and has seen many innovations that have kept the platform ahead of the field. With looming staffing changes comes the inherent challenge of closing the knowledge gap and keeping the legacy of IBM i alive and well...

Field Size Expansion to Automatically Transform Your IBM i Source Code

2025-03-12T17:22:13+02:0030 September 2021|Blog|

As databases begin to age, so does their source code, and their purpose may also change. Refitting a database to meet the current needs of business often requires modification to the database at the field level, which can have all kinds of undesirable consequences if it is not executed with the greatest of care.

Managing IBM i: CIO challenge or opportunity?

2023-11-20T12:53:39+02:0010 May 2021|Blog|

A constant challenge for a Chief Information Officer in a transactional, data-heavy industry is leveraging the legacy of their IBM i platform to adapt to current needs, essentially using it to its fullest potential. Keeping that potential tapped translates into a flexible and agile platform, driving growth for your business, an important aspect to keep in mind when approaching the demands of IT.

3 steps to modernize your IBM i

2024-03-07T16:11:14+02:005 May 2021|Blog|

First let’s answer the question: why modernize your IBM i applications anyway? Well, many IBM i modernization projects don’t start until after a major production failure, so getting out ahead of problems saves you time, pain and resources. Secondly, many IBM i specific skills like RPG or 4GL development are becoming more and more scarce, meaning time could be running out.

‘True Git’ – are there right and wrong ways to do Git on IBM i?

2024-06-28T21:15:59+02:008 February 2021|On-demand Webinars|

Are you looking to manage your RPG and COBOL source code under Git, or you already tried making the leap? Git brings multiple advantages, including flexible distributed development, parallel versioning and complete visibility of changes anywhere in the system. Take your IBM i teams to the next level with Git with this webinar!

“Legacy” will never die!

2024-04-04T11:53:22+02:0015 July 2019|Blog|

Modernization vs. Migration : Discover how Legacy systems can provide oustanding competitive advantage, reduce operational risk and keep your business up and running smoothly and securely!

5 keys to IBM i Modernization Success

2024-04-04T11:10:51+02:0030 November 2018|Blog|

Whatever the driving reason for a modernization project on a so-called "legacy" system like IBM i, it is important to identify the key points that will help secure the success of the project.

Application Analysis

2022-12-09T12:29:17+02:003 February 2017|On-demand Webinars|

Is your IBM i application ready for the future?

If you run your business on IBM i, you may well be deciding: migrate or modernize? To improve your skills on this subject, watch this webinar!
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