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IBM z17 NTS Enhancements: Securing Time Synchronization

IBM z17 NTS Enhancements: Securing Time Synchronization

by Steve Guendert PhD | Dec 9, 2025

In October 2025, Planet Mainframe published the first article of this two-part series on IBM z17 Time Synchronization Enhancements. That article focused on time synchronization resiliency and accuracy enhancements introduced on IBM z17. This article continues with a...

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Unlocking Mainframe Talent: Skills, Mentorship, and Hiring Trends ▶️

Unlocking Mainframe Talent: Skills, Mentorship, and Hiring Trends ▶️

by Hunter Johnson | Sep 25, 2025

Mainframe talent is in demand. Broadcom reports that 91% of organizations plan to hire mainframe system administrators or application developers within two years. For IT leaders, the need for skills development, mentorship, and knowledge transfer is urgent. In this...

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