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Performance Navigator vs. IBM PM400

By Ash Giddings on January 25, 2021

This article presents a technical review of how Performance Navigator stacks up as a replacement for IBM Performance Management for Power Systems (PM400).

Using Intermapper and SolarWinds together

SolarWinds Alternative: Key Differentiators of Intermapper and SolarWinds

By Kevin Jackson on January 19, 2021

Need a SolarWinds alternative? Learn the differences between network monitoring and mapping with Intermapper and SolarWinds, and how they can even work together to help you manage your network.

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Key Management and Strong Encryption For PCI DSS Compliance With Powertech Encryption for IBM i

By Bob Luebbe on December 29, 2020

PCI DSS now includes requirements for strong encryption of cardholder data. Learn how key management is an essential element of preventing unauthorized data access.

Powertech Multi-Factor Authentication

What’s the Difference Between Two-Factor Authentication and Multi-Factor Authentication?

By Robin Tatam on December 29, 2020

Is MFA more secure than 2FA? Are the terms interchangeable? If not, what’s the difference between the two? Keep reading to get the facts.

INFOGRAPHIC: 7 Steps for Success When Your IBM i Talent Retires

November 30, 2020

When IBM i experts retire, automation is the answer. But it doesn’t happen overnight. This infographic shows you where to start and provides helpful tools to support you every step of the way.

[INFOGRAPHIC] Audit Day for a System Administrator

By Chuck Losinski on November 30, 2020

Whether your IBM i audit is internal or external, once a week or once a year, the reporting process wastes time that would be better spent on projects that improve business processes. Don’t let it.

A Dozen Things You Should Know About Automated Job Scheduling

By Tom Huntington on October 16, 2020

Automated job scheduled software can give your company the competitive edge. Use these twelve tips to get started or to take your schedule to a new level.

Virtual Tape Considerations for IBM i

By Tom Huntington on October 16, 2020

This article examines some of the most popular IBM VTL (virtual tap library) solutions for IBM i and other platforms. You'll also learn what to consider to determine if VTL is right for you.

Monitoring Memory Thresholds on IBM i

By Chuck Losinski on October 16, 2020

Learn how to interpret the data you find on the Work with System Status (WRKSYSSTS) panel and how to set memory thresholds to avoid thrashing and optimize IBM i performance tuning.

The Importance of VIOS

By Ash Giddings on October 16, 2020

VIOS is considered a standard in organizations running IBM i, AIX, and Linux workloads. But don’t put your business at risk by letting it run unchecked. Learn five areas you must be monitoring.

IBM i Can Be Your Data Warehouse

By Tom Huntington on August 10, 2020

Thanks to Sequel Data Warehouse, shops using both Windows and IBM i can move their essential data storage and reporting back to the more reliable IBM i. See how here.

FAQ: How Does Sequel Data Access Go Beyond SQL?

August 10, 2020

Got questions about moving beyond SQL to Sequel Data Access? Get answers, and get the business intelligence your organization needs from your IBM i data.

How Do I Know When I Need a Data Warehouse?

By Alan Jordan on August 7, 2020

It can be a challendge to bring information together from across disparate sources, especially when the data is stored in different formats or with mismatched identifiers. You're likely to encounter issues that a reporting tool by itself simply cannot solve. Read on to learn why you should consider a data warehouse vs. just a database.

IBM i Cloud Cost Considerations

By Ash Giddings on July 29, 2020

As you go to calculate cloud costs, nixing the CAPEX for your on-prem IBM i infrastructure is only part of the story. Make sure you take workload, SWMA, and software licensing into consideration. Learn the questions you need to answer before you move to the cloud.

How to Simplify IBM i Data Replication to the Cloud

By Ash Giddings on June 24, 2020

Cut the downtime out of data migration! Whether it’s save/restore or logical replication, read this article to learn your best option for moving your IBM i data to the cloud.

Identifying and Sizing IBM i Workloads for Cloud

By Ash Giddings on June 10, 2020

Think about moving your IBM i workload to the cloud? This article can help you learn how to identify workloads best suited for the cloud and how to gauge the amount of space you’ll need up there.

Robot Save Restricted State Utility (RSU)—Get Your Weekends Back!

By Chuck Losinski on June 2, 2020

There are processes that are required on your IBM i that need to run with the system in what is called a “restricted state” condition. A restricted state is when all subsystems are inactive and new jobs cannot enter the system. Only the system console might be active.

How to End MIMIX Headaches for Good

By Ash Giddings, Chuck Losinski on May 13, 2020

Ready to eliminate manual monitoring in Assure MIMIX? This article shows you how to start monitoring MIMIX and stop wasting your time and risking your irreplaceable data.

Three Advanced Scripting Tips That Help Solve Reporting Challenges

By Heath Kath on May 8, 2020

See how Sequel scripts make it easy to link together multi-step processes rather than manually running a series of steps to accomplish a complex task.

Why Relying on Scripted Operations Can Be a Problem for Your Business

By Steve Brasen on March 31, 2020

Scripting provides a powerful platform to automate simple tasks, but overusing custom scripts is hazardous for your business.

Realize ROI with Robot

Realize ROI with Robot

By Tom Huntington on March 31, 2020

Robot has a reputation for providing high-quality systems management software and backing it up with great support. These additional benefits can help you justify the cost of automation at your company.

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