Opinion

Opinion

IBM system z and mainframe systems

• IBM Machine Learning for z/OS deepens mainframe data analysis

  New IBM machine learning capabilities let data center teams pull insights from their z/OS mainframes. But concerns about data management and cost will likely arise.  Continue Reading

• New System z mainframe may lift IBM's cloud, mobile fortunes

  IBM looks to pivot in a new direction with a revitalized mainframe aimed at mobile and cloud markets along with a rumored major reorganization.  Continue Reading

• What will power IBM Power servers?

  There were few clear answers to IBM's Power server problems in CEO Ginni Rometty's letter to shareholders, and they need to come soon.  Continue Reading

• Cloudification denotes opportunity, not despair, for mainframes

  Migrating applications and workloads onto cloud resources frees up mainframe MIPS. With the right approach, IT won't sacrifice security or control.  Continue Reading

• Reinvented mainframe technology keeps big iron alive

  Mainframes are costly, arcane data center dinosaurs. Right? Wrong! Today's mainframe technology supports varied workloads securely, with TCO benefits.  Continue Reading

• Evolving IT needs and capabilities restart mainframe vs. server debate

  Computing complexity and high facilities costs are reigniting the mainframe vs. server debate. And these aren't your father's mainframes.  Continue Reading

• Making mainframe technology hip again

  IBM keeps improving mainframe technology, but what is the long-term forecast for big iron as third-party tools decline and mainframe experts retire?  Continue Reading