Why IT Operations and Security Needs to Include Mainframe and IBM i Systems Log Data

Decades ago, IT systems were self-contained. In an era ruled by mainframe computers, top to bottom programs all ran within a single environment and were written in a single programming language. Applications ran in relative isolation. Inputs and outputs were limited to so-called “human interfaces” (that is, keyboards and screens), supported by hard-copy printouts and […]

Top Tips for Implementing IBM i HA in the Cloud

IBM i in the cloud opens up a new world of possibilities for high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR). Real-time logical replication offers ultimate flexibility, providing a faster, lower-risk path for migration to the cloud, as well as for creating a switchable HA/DR cloud environment to support ongoing operations. Even for IBM shops committed […]

Visualizing Mainframe and IBM i Data in Splunk

IBM systems have long been viewed as being highly secure by design. However, it can be very risky to rely too heavily on the reputation of IBM i or z/OS to guard against a growing range of cybersecurity threats. Real-time monitoring is critical. While many organizations already have good visibility to their distributed systems, most […]

Exploring IBM Z Sort Accelerator Support in Syncsort MFX

For organizations running IBM Z mainframe systems, several converging trends in recent years have made it more challenging than ever to achieve the needed organizational performance at the best possible price point. The volume and velocity of data have increased dramatically as mobile devices, IoT sensors, and smart machines have proliferated. An increasingly diverse array […]