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Common Myths Around Mainframe Modernization—and How To Overcome Them
The first mainframe computer was invented almost one hundred years ago, in the late 1930s, when a Harvard University researcher needed help solving a series of equations. Since then, mainframes have consistently been an undeniable resource to organizations and...
A Mainframe Data Storage Solution that Saves You Money
Written by: John Benbow In today's fast-paced digital landscape, businesses crave storage solutions that offer efficiency, cost savings, and data integrity. CA 1 Flexible Storage, available with the licensing of CA 1 Tape Management, has...
Mainframe Trailblazer Trivia Part 2
This month at Planet Mainframe the focus is on Talent and Training, so here at Trivia Challenge we’re testing (and hopefully expanding) your knowledge of a few mainframe trailblazers. Today we’re looking at the life of Thomas J. Watson Jr., the transformational...
How to Build an Internal Mainframe Talent Pool
Modern mainframe organizations recognize the persistent shortage of external, mainframe-skilled personnel and ensure long-term mainframe workforce vitality and efficacy by building internal mainframe talent pools. The synergy of workforce succession planning,...
Why Galasa is a ‘big deal’ for mainframe testing
The news that IBM’s Galasa software testing tool has been welcomed by the open mainframe project is extremely positive for the mainframe software testing community. As Macro 4 is an early adopter of Galasa, I’m able to shed light on the experience of using it, the...
Mainframe News – January 11, 2024
Kyndryl announces new DVLA mainframe services contract The UK’s Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency has announced a new two-year contract with IT infrastructure services provider Kyndryl. Valued at £6.45 million ($8.21 million), the contract follows a previous...
Planet Mainframe and iTech-Ed Ltd. Merge Mainframe Channels
Evolving their partnership to deliver respected resources to mainframe professionals [Nashville, TN, USA] – January 9, 2024 - EIN Newswire - Planet Mainframe and iTech-Ed Ltd. are thrilled to announce a transformative merger, consolidating their assets to propel...
Allocating Mainframe Costs and more at CMG IMPACT in Atlanta
The CMG Impact Conference, scheduled for February 6 and 7 in Atlanta, is set to host a series of mainframe sessions that delve into the nuances of performance, analytics, and development within the mainframe environment. Here’s a sneak peek into what attendees can...
Mainframe Skills in the Heartland
If you have journeyed out for a Conference lately or joined virtually, you have likely seen that there were several sessions addressing the same mainframe skills gap, and how companies can get a leg up on attracting and retaining talent. I still see many...
Revolutionizing COBOL: A Journey of Innovation and Accessibility
In a recent interview, Amanda Hendley spoke with Scot Nielsen, Director of Product Management at OpenText, discussing talent and training in the mainframe industry and unveiling the inspiration behind their innovative “Learn COBOL in One Day” course. A central...
