by Ainsley Lawrence | May 12, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence, Licensing & Compliance, Risk Management
Mainframe environments remain critical infrastructure for many organizations, processing millions of sensitive transactions daily while facing increasingly sophisticated security threats. These systems require constant monitoring and protection, yet traditional manual...
by Allan Zander | Apr 21, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence
I am worried for our future middle management —those who are rising in the ranks quickly, the go-getters. I’m talking about the ones who become directors after about five years of experience. They look to artificial intelligence (AI) with a degree of certainty. But in...
by Sonja Soderlund | Apr 10, 2025 | IBM, Mainframe, News, z/OS
On April 8, 2025, after much public anticipation, IBM announced the launch of its next-generation mainframe, the IBM z17, designed with integrated artificial intelligence(AI) capabilities across hardware, software, and system operations. The new system builds on the...
by Amanda Hendley | Mar 18, 2025
Location: IBM Canada Software Lab, 8200 Warden Ave., Markham, ON L6G 1C7Date: April 23, 2025Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET Join CMG’s AI & Mainframe Regional Event, an exclusive in-person gathering focused on the intersection of Mainframe and Artificial Intelligence....
by Leanne Wilson | Feb 21, 2025 | Arcati Navigator 2025, cyber security, IBM z17
Introduction As we moved into 2025, two trends were front of mind for many of our clients: their continued efforts to achieve a Zero Trust security stance in the face of an evolving threat landscape, and the unstoppable rise of artificial intelligence – countering the...
by Communications | Feb 21, 2025
Mainframe Security in 2025: Countering New Threats, Using AI, and Getting the Basics Right Written by: Leanne WilsonSenior Technical Delivery Manager / Senior Security Consultant,Vertali Ltd. Introduction As we moved into 2025, two trends were front of mind for many...
by Sonja Soderlund | Feb 3, 2025 | News
BMC Enriches the Mainframe with January 2025 Updates BMC has announced a January 2025 release that emphasizes the modernization of mainframe operations. The updates promise to “break new ground” in what’s possible on the mainframe, featuring a new approach to...
by Mark Wilson | Jan 16, 2025 | cyber security, Mainframe
Putting the AI into mAInframe security Artificial intelligence can be as much a help as a threat: a powerful tool in the hands of either the good, the bad or the ugly. Today’s threat landscape and cybersecurity requirements are more complex and challenging than ever....
by Ainsley Lawrence | Dec 19, 2024 | Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning
Maintaining IT infrastructure has transformed from a largely manual process to an AI-driven approach to system maintenance. This benefit is great news for users, support technicians, and developers alike, who benefit from increased efficiency and reduced...
by Amanda Hendley | Dec 12, 2024 | AIOps, Mainframe
In a recent interview at GSE UK 2024, Stuart McIrvine, Director of Product Management for Broadcom’s Mainframe Software Division, discussed the current state of the mainframe industry and emerging trends in AIOps and automation. With 35 years of IT experience,...
by Sonja Soderlund | Dec 4, 2024 | News
New Dell Disk Library (DLm) Models Accelerate Mainframe Storage Dell Technologies has announced the availability of two new models of the Dell Disk Library for Mainframe (DLm), the DLm2700 and DLm8700. These powerful new models feature enhanced Virtual Tape...
by Uday Prasad | Nov 25, 2024 | cyber security, global economy
In the whirlwind of technological advancements, it’s easy to overlook the foundational pillars that support our digital world. Mainframes, often perceived as relics of a bygone era, continue to play a pivotal role in orchestrating the symphony of modern data....
by Ainsley Lawrence | Nov 20, 2024 | Artificial Intelligence
Throughout the past decade, artificial intelligence (AI) technology has quickly become part of everyday life. Smartphones come equipped with AI-backed voice recognition software that can answer simple questions and maximize the use of your device. Even facial...
by Trevor Eddolls | Oct 30, 2024 | cyber security, Mainframe
Mainframers who thought the mainframe was too difficult a platform to hack are few and far between these days. However, mainframes can be hacked, and they are being hacked.In terms of security, what spells, incantations, and practices should organizations employ to...
by Derek Britton | Sep 27, 2024 | COBOL, Mainframe
The Ailments of Age We’ve come to the final installment of our homage to COBOL. Let’s look at the challenges it faces in the future. You do not reach 65 years without having endured some difficult experiences. COBOL bears those scars just as anything else would at...
