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IBM i/AS400 Cloud Migration

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Re-engineer the underlying architecture of your core AS400 business enterprise applications.

AS400 migration

What brings you here?

The frustration of losing your market share to early cloud adopters?

Worries of declining IBM i application performance due to archaic server setup?

The apprehensions about handling migration challenges owing to resource limitations?

The fear of increasing cyber threats against the legacy security stature of your AS400 system?

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    What do you gain with AS400 Cloud Migration?

    66% of organizations reported cost savings with cloud migration

    ~A Study by Flexera

    Today, costs might be a mere concern to you. But, as a CTO presenting ROIs against the IT investments to the board, the costs saved will be your triumph card!

    62% of businesses observed improved operational scalability with cloud

    ~ Survey by Vanson Bourne

    With on-premises servers, there is a limit for you on resource optimization, scalability, and business growth. Migrating your AS400 workload to cloud extends your limits!

    59% of respondents reported improved collaboration & productivity

    ~ A Study by Frost & Sullivan

    In today’s digital age, collaboration & productivity are non-negotiable. AS400 cloud migration sets you up for resource availability, and accessibility, big time!

    Why Should You Consider AS400 to Cloud Migration?

    AS400/iSeries to cloud migration offers much more than resource availability and ease of accessibility.

    Business Benefits that AS400 Migration to Cloud Offers

    • AS400/iSeries to cloud migration enables your IBM i applications for all the physical audit compliances required.
    • The security & availability you get with the cloud is far beyond that of on-premises servers.
    • You make significant savings on data center operating costs when you migrate your IBM i/AS400 workload to the cloud.
    • When you opt-out for zero infrastructure on-site, except for the internet, imagine the costs you burned before!
    • With AS400 cloud migration, you convert your capital expenditure (CAPEX) to operations expenses (OPEX). How? Because you no longer have to lease an on-premises server from a service provider.
    • With a cloud partner, you only pay a monthly fee for the operational expenditure for the hardware used & IBM i software.

    The Administrative Leverage that AS400 Migration to Cloud Offers

    When you work with an IBM i/AS400 migration consultancy, you get to leverage

    • The expertise of IBM i cloud migration experts
    • Innovative IBM i cloud migration solutions

    The team of IBM i/AS400 cloud migration experts manage everything – right from administrative tasks to IBM Power Systems maintenance.

    Your IBM Cloud partner will take up the responsibility of your operational needs, and help you co-ordinate IT configurations which includes –

    • User Provisioning
    • Auditing & compliance functions
    • EDI setups and business configurations
    • Third-party integrations and configurations
    • Work management functions & resources management

    Technological Benefits that AS400 to Cloud Migration Offers

    AS400/iSeries to cloud migration is not a mere UI level change that CTOs like yourself can take up, anytime.

    It’s strategic move that must follow a thorough execution, and monitoring.

    Here are some technological benefits that IBM iSeries cloud migration offers

    • Seamless scalability via quickly adding disc, memory, or CPU capacity on demand
    • Relentless backup and recovery mechanism with encrypted cloud backups
    • Leverage to manage backup schedules & restore data at any point in time
    • Round-the-clock system monitoring with issue escalation
    • Companion servers for seamless AS400 cloud migration

    AS400 to Cloud Migration Solutions – Choose Your Best!

    Lift & Shift Approach to AS400 Cloud Migration

    The lift and shift approach to AS400/iSeries to cloud migration involves moving your entire IBM i/AS400 workload to the cloud.

    Without making distinct changes to the functionality of your IBM i/AS400 applications, you simply lift and shift them to the cloud.

    You get to leverage the scalability, performance, and security without any significant change in the UI and the functional aspects.

    Why choose lift & shift approach for AS400 to cloud migration?

    • It’s quick
    • It involves lesser risk
    • It’s relatively lighter on your pockets

    Refactoring Approach to IBM i/AS400 to Cloud Migration

    The refactoring approach to AS400/iSeries to cloud migration allows you to make progressive changes to your IBM i/AS400 applications to better leverage the new cloud environment.

    You can make prominent changes in the large code bases. With changes taking place in the application code, functionalities need regression testing in the new cloud environment.

    Resource allocation and utilization also demand significant attention with these changes, as inappropriate allocation may incur unanticipated cost burns.

    Why choose re-factoring approach to AS400 cloud migration?

    • Cost-saving in long-term
    • Higher return on the investments
    • Helps you cope with changing business needs

    Re-platforming Approach to AS400 Cloud Migration

    The re-platforming approach for cloud migration refers to rehosting your AS400 applications on the new cloud environment, inclusive of some changes to the application to make the most out of the new environment.

    Unlike the refactoring approach, rehosting AS400 cloud migration doesn’t include overhauling changes in the code base. Yet, these modifications offer improved elasticity and scalability of resources.

    Why choose re-platforming approach to AS400 cloud migration?

    • Higher cost savings
    • Flexibility & agility in the conduct
    • Improved security at a relatively lower cost

    AS400 Cloud Migration Consulting

    Wish to effortlessly shift your IBM i/AS400 application to the cloud with an organized and risk-free approach?

    Our IBM AS400 cloud migration experts have got you covered!

    Our team follows a stringent approach to transition your IBM i/AS400 workloads to the cloud. They first assess your existing IBM i/AS400 environments, identify an apt cloud solution, devise a custom-tailored AS400 to cloud migration strategy & eventually execute.

    This ensures a seamless transition of your IBM i/AS400 applications to the cloud environment with no-to-low disruption & maximum value.

    Why Choose a Strategic IBM i/AS400 Cloud Migration Approach?

    • Personalized assessment of your AS400 landscape
    • Optimized cloud solution recommendations
    • Smooth, risk-free transition strategy

    IBM i/AS400 Re-hosting with Modernization

    Move to the cloud while enhancing functionality with a balanced modernization approach.

    Our IBM i/AS400 modernization experts seamlessly transfer your applications to the cloud while upgrading key components—integrating cloud databases, refining user interfaces, and strengthening security.

    This ensures improved performance without disrupting core business operations.

    Why Choose Re-hosting with Modernization?

    • Seamless cloud transition with targeted upgrades
    • Enhanced UI, security, and database optimization
    • Balanced approach for minimal risk and maximum value

    IBM i/AS400 Re-purchasing (Replacing)

    Upgrade to modern, cloud-based solutions for enhanced efficiency and lower maintenance costs.

    Our IBM i/AS400 cloud migration experts help you choose the right cloud solution, seamlessly transferring applications, assets, and data while minimizing downtime and business disruption.

    Why Choose Re-purchasing?

    • Future-ready cloud solutions tailored to your needs
    • Faster performance with reduced operational costs
    • Smooth transition with minimal business impact

    IBM i/AS400 Retiring (Decommissioning)

    IBM i/AS400 decommissioning helps streamline your IT ecosystem by phasing out outdated IBM i/AS400 systems.

    Our IBM i/AS400 experts assess legacy applications, create secure data backups, and transition critical assets to a modern cloud environment—ensuring no-to-low operational disruption.

    Why Choose AS400 Decommissioning?

    • Eliminate costly, outdated systems
    • Securely back up and transfer critical data
    • Reduce maintenance costs and IT complexities

    Integrative’s Approach to AS400 Cloud Migration

    Assessment
    Planning
    Set Objectives
    Implementation
    Support & Maintenance

    How Integrative goes About AS400 Cloud Migration

    Pre-Migration Planning

    • Set Up your network
    • Firewall & Routing Changes
    • DNS & IP Changes
    • Prepare for Third-party integrations
    • AS400 Hardware changes
    • Prepare for AS400 access through VPN

    AS400 Migration Checklist

    • Validate if migrated databases are in sync
    • Enable third-party licensing for cloud
    • Set up work management functions
    • Test AS400 cloud server connectivity
    • Test VPN connectivity for remote users
    • Configure backup settings & schedule

    Post Migration Support

    • Validate system values are set correctly
    • Validate all applications work efficiently
    • Test critical connections to offsite functions
    • Validate installation after cutover
    • Help you settle into normal with the cloud
    • Active support for availability & processing

    AS400 Migration & Conversion Features

    Conversion of ASNA Visual RPG

    Conversion of Lansa Integrator

    Migration/Conversion of DB2

    AS400 Maintenance/Support

    Migration of Lansa Integrator

    OS Migration for IBM iSeries

    DDS to DDL for IBM iSeries AS400

    Migration of ASNA Visual RPG

    Migration of SQL Server

    Conversion for Report Program Generator (RPG)

    ERP Migration of IBM iSeries

    AS400 Integration

    IBM iSeries AS/400 RPG to JAVA

    Conversion of Websphere

    AS400 to Cloud

    DB2 Conversion for IBM iSeries AS400

    DDL to DDS for IBM iSeries AS400

    Migration of Report Program Generator (RPG)

    Frequently Asked Questions about AS400 Cloud Migration

    1. What is AS400/iSeries to cloud migration?

    Ans: AS400/iSeries to cloud migration is the process of moving AS400 applications, business data, and workflows from an on-premises IBM AS400(iSeries) system to the cloud environment, public or private.

    2. Why should I consider legacy AS400 to cloud migration?

    Ans: AS400/iSeries cloud migration brings you multifarious benefits such as enhanced operational scalability, cost-savings, flexibility, security, and accessibility to modern-day solutions and technologies. Enablement is what you get when you choose to go from AS400 to the cloud.

    3. Is AS400 application migration to cloud a complex process?

    Ans: The complexity of AS400 to cloud migration may vary based on various factors such as applications, and data being migrated. Though, these complexities and risks can be avoided with adept planning, seamless execution, and active support from a reliable IBM i cloud migration services provider.

    4. What cloud deployment options are available for AS400 migration?

    Ans: IBM i/AS400 applications can be migrated using a variety of cloud deployment models, including public, private, hybrid, or multi-cloud environments. The choice of cloud deployment largely depends on the organization’s needs and preferences.

    5. Will my AS400 applications be compatible with cloud platforms?

    Ans: Compatibility largely depends on the applications and their dependencies. Many IBM i/AS400 applications can be re-hosted in the cloud with minimal modifications, while others might require refactoring or modernization for better compatibility.

    6. What are the security considerations for AS400 cloud migration?

    Ans: IBM i cloud migration service providers offer robust security measures, including encryption, access controls, and compliance certifications. This ensures data security during migration and while running applications in the cloud.

    7. How can I ensure minimal downtime & disruption during AS400/iSeries to cloud migration?

    Ans: Partnering with an adept AS400/iSeries cloud migration services provider proves instrumental in minimizing downtime & disruptions during AS400 to cloud migration. Their team of IBM i cloud migration experts assess your IBM i/AS400 applications, devise a comprehensive cloud migration plan, and execute phased transition. This approach helps attain a seamless migration with no-to-low impact on your business operations.

    8. What about data migration and backups?

    Ans: Cloud providers offer data migration services to transfer data from on-premises AS400 server to the cloud. Regular backups and disaster recovery options are also available to protect your data in the cloud.

    9. Will I still have access to IBM i applications after migration?

    Ans: Yes, you can access your migrated IBM i applications in the cloud. Cloud service providers often offer virtual environments that replicate IBM i systems for seamless access.

    10. How do I choose the right IBM i cloud migration services provider?

    Ans: Consider factors like cloud provider reputation, experience with AS400 migration, security measures, compliance certifications, pricing, and customer support to choose the best-fit provider for your needs.

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