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Services · AS/400 IBM i
IBM i applications, originally written in RPG or COBOL, stand as pillars of reliability in the digital landscape. Yet, they often fall short of meeting the dynamic expectations of modern users. In an era defined by rapid technological advancement, the imperative for IBM i application modernization has never been more pronounced. Embrace the opportunity to revitalize your legacy systems, harnessing the power of modern technologies to propel your business forward.
IBM i presents numerous advantages, from enhanced system performance to improved user experiences and heightened flexibility. Our modernization services empower seamless integration with cutting-edge technologies, driving innovation and lowering operational costs.
Modernization initiatives hold the key to significant cost savings over time. By enhancing operational efficiency, streamlining workflows, and optimizing resource utilization, our services deliver tangible reductions in overall operational costs. Unlock Cost Savings with IBM i Modernization Services and Maximize Your ROI with Our Modernization Initiatives
Embrace the future of your organization with IBM i modernization services. In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, staying ahead requires more than just upgrades—it demands strategic transformation. Our tailored modernization solutions empower your organization to thrive by optimizing performance, enhancing user experiences, and ensuring seamless integration with contemporary technologies.
Embarking on IBM i modernization brings forth a plethora of strategic advantages, poised to reshape and fortify your organizational infrastructure. One notable benefit lies in the substantial improvement of system performance, unlocking newfound operational efficiencies and reducing response times. However, the modernization process extends beyond mere functional upgrades, encompassing a holistic enhancement of the user experience. This transformation ensures that your workforce interacts with the system seamlessly, fostering heightened productivity and satisfaction.
Don’t just upgrade—transform your IBM i environment into a strategic asset that propels your organization forward in the digital age. Contact us today to learn more about our comprehensive IBM i modernization services.
IBM i Modernization enhances scalability, agility, and performance by leveraging modern development frameworks and architectures. Upgrading databases or migrating to cloud-based solutions improves data management, access speed, and security. These efforts streamline maintenance, reduce technical debt, and ensure long-term sustainability, meeting evolving business needs effectively.
Modernizing IBM i systems facilitates seamless integration across diverse platforms, enhancing organizational cohesion. This integration streamlines data management, leading to better decision-making and operational insights. Adopting modern integration techniques improves agility and collaboration, ultimately enhancing overall business efficiency and customer experiences.
Improving the user interface (UI) and reporting functionalities of IBM i applications enhances user engagement, productivity, and satisfaction. Modernizing UIs with responsive design principles and intuitive experiences streamlines workflows, reduces training time, and increases user adoption rates. Incorporating modern reporting tools and analytics capabilities empowers stakeholders with actionable insights, facilitating informed decision-making, compliance with regulatory requirements, and staying ahead of market trends and customer preferences.
Evaluate the current state of IBM i systems, applications, and processes, considering factors like hardware, software versions, integration capabilities, security, and compliance, to identify areas for modernization. IT Unlock will conduct an assessment to identify areas for improvement aiming to streamline the client's development environment, reduce duplicated effort, foster collaborative innovation, and align with agile principles to enhance operational efficiency and competitiveness.
After completing the assessment phase, IT Unlock will develop a comprehensive modernization plan. This involves setting specific goals aligned with the organization's objectives, establishing realistic timelines considering project complexity, and identifying necessary resources, including skilled personnel and budgetary requirements. With a focus on clear planning and strategic execution, IT Unlock ensures successful modernization efforts tailored to enhance operational efficiency and competitiveness.
Digital strategy development
We work closely with your leadership team to develop a tailored digital strategy aligned with your business goals and objectives. Our strategic approach encompasses market analysis, competitor benchmarking, customer insights, and technology trends to drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
Platform migration:
Our experts facilitate the migration of your IBM i applications and data to modern platforms. We ensure seamless data migration, minimal disruption to operations, and compatibility with current and future technologies.
Integration with enterprise systems:
We enable seamless integration between your modernized IBM i environment and other enterprise systems, such as CRM, ERP, BI, and third-party applications. Our integration solutions ensure data consistency, workflow automation, and real-time information exchange across your organization.
Application modernization techniques:
We modernize and refactor legacy IBM i applications to leverage modern programming languages, frameworks, and architectures. This includes redesigning user interfaces, enhancing functionality, optimizing performance, and improving maintainability for increased efficiency and user satisfaction.
User experience (UX) enhancement:
Focus on improving the user experience of IBM i applications by redesigning user interfaces, incorporating modern UI/UX design principles, and optimizing workflows to align with user expectations and industry standards.
Automation and DevOps practices:
Implement automation tools and DevOps practices to streamline software development, testing, deployment, and maintenance processes for IBM i applications. This includes adopting continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, version control systems, automated testing frameworks, and configuration management tools.
Cloud integration and Hybrid solutions:
Explore opportunities to integrate IBM i applications with cloud platforms and services to leverage modern infrastructure, scalability, and flexibility while preserving existing investments in IBM i systems. Consider adopting hybrid cloud architectures to seamlessly integrate on-premises IBM i applications with cloud-based services.
Security and compliance enhancements:
Strengthen security measures and ensure compliance with industry regulations by implementing modern security practices. Our solutions help mitigate security risks, safeguard sensitive data, and ensure regulatory compliance with industry standards.
We provide a comprehensive assessment of your existing IBMi environment to identify areas for improvement and modernization opportunities. Our team conduct a thorough assessment of your existing technology landscape to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement and analyze system architecture, software dependencies, data structures, and business processes to develop a tailored modernization roadmap.
We provide a comprehensive modernization plan that outlines goals, timelines, and resource requirements and which aligns with your budget and business needs. Our roadmap for IBMi modernization outlines the steps needed to modernize your IT infrastructure, applications, and processes for enhanced performance, agility, and scalability. We prioritize high-impact areas and then focus on modernizing your IBMi applications, integrating data, and enhancing user interfaces. Thorough testing, deployment, and continuous monitoring, we ensure successful modernization efforts aligned with your evolving business needs.
We provide comprehensive training and support services to empower your IT staff and end-users with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage and utilize the modernized IBMi environment. Our ongoing support ensures smooth operations, troubleshooting assistance, and continuous improvement.
Strategic integration roadmap
We provide a comprehensive modernization plan that outlines goals, timelines, and resource requirements and which aligns with your budget and business needs. Our roadmap for IBM i modernization outlines the steps needed to modernize your IT infrastructure, applications, and processes for enhanced performance, agility, and scalability. We prioritize high-impact areas and then focus on modernizing your IBM i applications, integrating data, and enhancing user interfaces. Thorough testing, deployment, and continuous monitoring, we ensure successful modernization efforts aligned with your evolving business needs.
Comprehensive needs analysis
We provide a comprehensive assessment of your existing IBM i environment to identify areas for improvement and modernization opportunities. Our team conduct a thorough assessment of your existing technology landscape to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement and analyze system architecture, software dependencies, data structures, and business processes to develop a tailored modernization roadmap.
Training and Support
We provide comprehensive training and support services to empower your IT staff and end-users with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage and utilize the modernized IBM i environment. Our ongoing support ensures smooth operations, troubleshooting assistance, and continuous improvement.
Modernizing IBM i involves updating and optimizing the infrastructure, applications, and processes of IBM i systems to meet current technology trends and business requirements.
Modernizing IBMi is crucial to keep IBMi systems up-to-date, efficient, and secure in today’s fast-paced digital environment. By modernizing IBMi applications, organizations can boost operational efficiency, enhance user satisfaction, facilitate seamless integration with other systems, and adhere to modern security protocols and regulations.
Some common challenges in IBM i modernization include dealing with legacy codebases, compatibility issues with modern technologies, and complexities in data migration and integration. Additionally, ensuring security, compliance, and managing stakeholder resistance are key challenges. However, with proper planning, dequate resources, and specialized expertise, these obstacles can be successfully managed and overcome.
The timeline for modernizing IBM i applications varies based on application complexity, the extent of modernization priorities, and resource availability, Some projects may take a few months, while others require ongoing iterative improvements. It’s a dynamic process that adapts to organizational needs and technological advancements.
Don’t let legacy systems hold your organization back. Contact us to embark on a transformative modernization journey that unlocks the full potential of your IT investments.
