Mainframe

Ensono Expands Collaboration with Microsoft with Launch of Ensono Cloud-Connected Mainframe for Microsoft Azure

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Monday, October 30, 2023

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ensono, an expert technology advisor, innovation partner and managed service provider, today announced Ensono Cloud-Connected Mainframe for Microsoft Azure, a solution designed to help clients take advantage of Microsoft's cloud platform and AI by offering a seamless integration between mainframe environments and Microsoft Azure. The solution delivers a low-latency network connection between the mainframe data center and an Azure region, optimizing application performance, and facilitating deployment of core business applications that leverage both cloud and mainframe capabilities.

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  • Ensono Cloud-Connected Mainframe for Microsoft Azure optimizes this interaction by providing physical proximity, streamlined connectivity, and contractual flexibility.
  • "We are pleased to collaborate with Ensono on the launch of Ensono Cloud-Connected Mainframe for Microsoft Azure," said Merrie Williamson, Corporate Vice President, Azure Infrastructure and Digital & Application Innovation at Microsoft.
  • Ensono Cloud-Connected Mainframe for Microsoft Azure is part of Ensono's Modern, Cloud-Connected Mainframe , Ensono's approach to Mainframe Modernization that combines cloud flexibility with the resilience of the mainframe.
  • For more information about Ensono Cloud-Connected Mainframe for Microsoft Azure visit: https://www.ensono.com/partners/microsoft/#ensono-cloud-connected-mainfr... .

Rocket Software Survey Reveals Only 27% of Organizations are Extremely Confident in Mainframe Security Compliance Amid Stricter Data Protection Standards

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Rocket Software , Inc. (“Rocket Software”) a global technology leader that develops enterprise software for some of the world’s largest companies, today announced the findings from its 2023 Survey: The State of Mainframe Security .

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  • Rocket Software , Inc. (“Rocket Software”) a global technology leader that develops enterprise software for some of the world’s largest companies, today announced the findings from its 2023 Survey: The State of Mainframe Security .
  • Over half of survey respondents (51%) indicated that they either run all or the majority of core business applications on the mainframe.
  • Key findings of the survey include:
    Organizations now face stricter standards in handling personal data, with the rise in regulations such as the GDPR and PCI DSS .
  • However, a mere 27% of survey participants are highly confident in their organization's mainframe security compliance effectiveness.

ISG to Publish Reports on Mainframe Services and Solutions

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Friday, October 20, 2023

The study results on enterprise mainframe products and services will be published in a comprehensive ISG Provider Lens™ report called Mainframes — Services and Solutions 2024, scheduled to be released in April 2024.

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  • The study results on enterprise mainframe products and services will be published in a comprehensive ISG Provider Lens™ report called Mainframes — Services and Solutions 2024, scheduled to be released in April 2024.
  • At the same time, ISG will publish the U.S. Public Sector Mainframes — Services and Solutions 2024 report, covering providers with experience in delivering mainframe modernization to state, local, municipal and educational entities in the U.S.
  • For the enterprise mainframe services and solutions study, ISG has distributed surveys to more than 130 mainframe product and service providers.
  • Mainframe Operations, evaluating traditional outsourcing providers with experience in mainframe services, which may be delivered in the client’s data center, provider-owned data centers or colocation facilities.

The Linux Foundation and Fintech Open Source Foundation (FINOS) Announce Keynote Speakers for Open Source in Finance Forum 2023

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Linux Foundation, the nonprofit organization enabling mass innovation through open source, and co-host Fintech Open Source Foundation (FINOS), a nonprofit whose mission is to accelerate adoption of open source software, standards, and best practices in financial services, today announced the keynote speakers for Open Source in Finance Forum New York 2023 (OSFF). The event will take place November 1st in New York City. The schedule can be viewed here.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Linux Foundation , the nonprofit organization enabling mass innovation through open source, and co-host Fintech Open Source Foundation (FINOS), a nonprofit whose mission is to accelerate adoption of open source software, standards, and best practices in financial services, today announced the keynote speakers for Open Source in Finance Forum New York 2023 (OSFF).
  • Open Source in Finance Forum is the only conference dedicated to driving collaboration and innovation in financial services through open source software and standards.
  • This year, OSFF also plays host to numerous Linux Foundation project communities whose work has a positive impact in financial services.
  • Register TODAY for Open Source in Finance Forum for just US$375.

ibi Unleashes the Power of Legacy Systems with Open Data Hub for Mainframe

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

ibi , a scalable data and analytics software platform that makes data easy to access and analytics easy to consume, today announced the launch of ibi™ Open Data Hub for Mainframe.

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  • ibi , a scalable data and analytics software platform that makes data easy to access and analytics easy to consume, today announced the launch of ibi™ Open Data Hub for Mainframe.
  • A breakthrough solution for organizations struggling with data retrieval from legacy data environments, the offering revolutionizes the access and utilization of mainframe data by directly bringing this data into web-based business analytics capabilities.
  • The solution is also compelling for existing ibi WebFOCUS users who can seamlessly extend their efforts to mainframe data.”
    The ibi Open Data Hub offering responds to the demand for easier and faster access to mainframe data, reimagining how users interact with this data.
  • For more information on ibi™ Open Data Hub for Mainframe, visit www.ibi.com .

OpenText Set to Unlock the Power of AI at OpenText World 2023

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

WATERLOO, Ontario, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenText™ (NASDAQ: OTEX), (TSX: OTEX), the information company, today announced its full roster of interactive workshops and business solution focus areas at this year's highly anticipated leading information management conference, OpenText World 2023, taking place at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas on October 11-12, 2023. OpenText World will also showcase an array of integrations and co-innovated solutions with sponsoring partners including Google Cloud and Deloitte, among others. Together with its ecosystem partners, OpenText is driving digital and AI-led innovations specific to high tech, financial services, insurance, utilities, healthcare, and more that will be showcased in Las Vegas.

Key Points: 
  • OpenText World will also showcase an array of integrations and co-innovated solutions with sponsoring partners including Google Cloud and Deloitte, among others.
  • "With this in mind, OpenText World is a user conference designed for learning and accelerating our customers and partners on their AI journey.
  • OpenText.ai and the Future of Work: Explore how integrated AI technology can empower businesses to work smarter – not harder - with OpenText™ Content Cloud and OpenText™ Aviator.
  • OpenText World 2023 is a hybrid event, hosted in Las Vegas at the Venetian Hotel Resort from October 11 – 12.

Kyndryl Survey Reveals Mainframe Modernization is Driving More Than $12B Collective Cost Savings for Those Surveyed

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kyndryl (NYSE: KD), the world's largest IT infrastructure services provider, today unveiled the findings of its inaugural global survey and analysis of the current and future state of mainframe modernization for businesses. The survey among 500 business and IT leaders finds that most organizations are taking a hybrid approach to mainframe modernization, and the respondents reported collectively achieving $12.5B in cost savings.

Key Points: 
  • The survey among 500 business and IT leaders finds that most organizations are taking a hybrid approach to mainframe modernization, and the respondents reported collectively achieving $12.5B in cost savings.
  • Average annual cost savings per organization are $25M, showing that mainframe modernization yields a positive return on investment.
  • "Our survey reveals that mainframes increasingly become an integral part of hybrid cloud environments and continue to drive business value.
  • To learn more about the insights gathered on how respondents view mainframe transformation and application modernization, as well as the challenges, risks, and benefits related to their initiatives, go to: Kyndryl´s 2023 State of Mainframe Modernization Survey Report .

Mainframe Investments Show Significant Momentum in DevOps, AIOps, with Focus on Security

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

HOUSTON, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BMC, a global leader in software solutions for the Autonomous Digital Enterprise, today released findings from its 18th annual mainframe survey1 that reinforces the value of the mainframe and its continued growth as a platform for innovation.

Key Points: 
  • DevOps and AIOps continue to grow for the mainframe while data volume and the number of databases continue to increase significantly.
  • Compliance and security continue to be the top priority for mainframe practitioners – a priority that first emerged in 2019.
  • The survey findings further support the need for organizations to strengthen enterprise mainframe processes with tools that deliver greater speed, certainty, and security.
  • "As mainframe innovation continues, organizations that aren't investing in the mainframe are putting their business and customers at significant risk."

Qlik and Talend Achieve Google Cloud Ready - Cloud SQL Designation

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Qlik ® today announced it has successfully achieved Google Cloud Ready - Cloud SQL Designation for Cloud SQL for both Qlik Data Integration ® and Talend ® Data Fabric , increasing customer confidence to combine these solutions with Google Cloud to drive more value from data.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Qlik ® today announced it has successfully achieved Google Cloud Ready - Cloud SQL Designation for Cloud SQL for both Qlik Data Integration ® and Talend ® Data Fabric , increasing customer confidence to combine these solutions with Google Cloud to drive more value from data.
  • Qlik also holds this same designation for Google Cloud Ready – BigQuery Designation, enabling the company to offer a wider set of Google Cloud Ready integration solutions across the broader Google Cloud data services portfolio.
  • “The Google Cloud Ready - Cloud SQL designation recognizes partner solutions that have met a core set of requirements to ensure the best possible integration between the partner product and Cloud SQL,” said Ritika Suri, Director of Technology Partnerships at Google Cloud.
  • “With Qlik and Talend, customers can save time on evaluating new tools, and focus on building solutions using partner products that have been proven through a rigorous validation process to work optimally with Cloud SQL.”
    Google Cloud Ready - Cloud SQL is a new designation for the solutions of Google Cloud’s technology partners that integrate with Cloud SQL.

USA Managed Care Organization Becomes Creatio Customer to Revolutionize Healthcare Delivery

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

BOSTON, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Creatio, a global vendor of a no-code platform to automate workflows and CRM with a maximum degree of freedom, today announced USA Managed Care Organization became its customer. USA Managed Care Organization (USA MCO) is a leading figure in the healthcare sector, distinguished as the largest, most comprehensive, privately held Preferred Provider Organization in America. Driven by an unwavering commitment to continual innovation and the optimal utilization of resources, formerly tied up in maintaining legacy systems, USA MCO embarked on its business transformation journey. The project commences with migration from IBM Mainframe, Sage CRM, and custom-developed applications to Creatio.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Creatio , a global vendor of a no-code platform to automate workflows and CRM with a maximum degree of freedom, today announced USA Managed Care Organization became its customer.
  • USA Managed Care Organization (USA MCO) is a leading figure in the healthcare sector, distinguished as the largest, most comprehensive, privately held Preferred Provider Organization in America.
  • Driven by an unwavering commitment to continual innovation and the optimal utilization of resources, formerly tied up in maintaining legacy systems, USA MCO embarked on its business transformation journey.
  • Accelerated Innovation: Swift implementation of new ideas and solutions, fostering innovation and allowing to stay ahead in the dynamic healthcare industry.