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3 Takeaways from COMMON POWERUp 2024

We’re always looking for insights into the latest trends in Power Systems technology and how real end users are taking advantage of IBM i. So we went straight to the source. COMMON POWERUp 2024 is the annual gathering of IBM i experts, administrators, developers, and service providers. CloudFirst hit the floor to talk to leading

What is IBM Cloud Direct Connect? Why Does It Matter?

If you’ve ever thought about moving your IBM Power Systems to the cloud, you’ve come to the realization that most cloud providers like Azure and AWS don’t support Power. Even if you did find a way to migrate those servers to the cloud, you need to make sure they play nice with the rest of

Introduction to IBM Power Systems Cloud Environments

After investing time and money into your IBM Power Systems for years, it’s frustrating to realize that most major cloud platforms aren’t compatible with IBM i series or AIX. It doesn’t just feel like IBM is being left behind—it feels like you are. It’s even more puzzling when you learn that thousands of companies still

Can APIs Revitalize my Cloud IBM i Application?

Explore the transformative power of IBM i APIs in the cloud. This article will guide you through how IBM i APIs can modernize, integrate, and enhance your cloud-based applications, offering a new realm of possibilities for businesses leveraging cloud technology.

IBM i 7.5 Announcement: The Future of Power Systems

Business owners and IT managers know that a company’s operating system is only as useful as its ability to handle complex business tasks, manage essential resources, and keep mission-critical operations running, while maintaining vital security and protections against costly downtime. When it comes to IBM Power Systems, IBM i has allowed businesses to manage hardware

Securing IBM i When Migrating to the Cloud

Businesses make the decision to migrate their systems to the cloud for numerous reasons. Housing data and apps on the cloud allows them to streamline their operations, it enhances efficiencies, and it takes the burden off of IT teams who monitor systems on-site. Transitioning to the cloud also keeps business costs down.

Backup vs. DRaaS for IBM i

We can all agree that critical business data needs to be protected against disasters and that unplanned downtimes can be extremely costly. Yet many IT managers are not in agreement about the best backup approach for their IBM Power Systems that are running IBM i. Some believe that traditional methods (such as tape) are still