In a world driven by modern cloud and hybrid computing models, few platforms have demonstrated the resilience and reliability of the IBM Power i (formerly known as AS/400). Despite being over three decades old, the IBM Power i system remains a trusted backbone for many mission-critical business applications across various industries.
But what does it mean to run IBM Power i as an IT service? And how can organizations continue to leverage this robust platform without worrying about skill gaps, legacy management, or integration challenges?
Let’s break it down.
What is IBM Power i (AS/400)?
The IBM Power i is an integrated operating system and hardware platform that evolved from the original AS/400 systems. Known for its legendary stability, security, and scalability, Power i systems are still widely used today for:
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
- Supply chain and logistics systems
- Financial applications
- Industry-specific databases
Thanks to its single-level storage architecture and tightly integrated DB2 database, the Power i provides unmatched uptime and performance.
Why Run IBM Power i as a Managed IT Service?
As IT environments become more complex, many organizations are moving towards outsourcing IBM Power i management to specialized service providers. Here’s why:
- Access to Specialized Skills
The number of IT professionals with deep expertise in IBM Power i is decreasing. By engaging a managed service provider, you get instant access to experts who know the platform inside and out.
- Reduce Infrastructure Costs
Hosting IBM Power i in a modern data center or cloud-based environment can significantly reduce costs related to hardware, power, and space.
- Improve Reliability and Security
Service providers can implement high availability, disaster recovery, and regular security patches to ensure your AS/400 systems run securely and without interruption.
- Seamless Integration
Modern businesses often need to connect their legacy IBM Power i systems to newer platforms. A managed service helps bridge that gap with integration expertise and custom middleware.
- 24/7 Monitoring and Support
With round-the-clock monitoring, you gain peace of mind knowing any issues are resolved before they impact business operations.
Use Cases for IBM Power i Services
Many enterprises still run core applications on IBM Power i, and these systems are not going away anytime soon. Common use cases for managed IBM Power i services include:
- Modernizing legacy applications without full migration
- Cloud-enabling Power i workloads using hybrid models
- Compliance-ready hosting for industries with strict data controls
- Offshore or remote access solutions for distributed teams
upgrade Your IT Services with Vivo
At Vivo Asia, we understand the critical role IBM Power i systems play in enterprise environments. Whether you’re running legacy ERP systems or integrating Power i with new cloud platforms, we provide the following hardware services:
- Power I, IBM iSeries or AS/400 pre-sales support, consultation and implementation.
- IBM storwize family V7000, V5000, V3700 and IBM Flash system pre-sales support, consultation and implementation for IBM Power i.
- VIOS (Virtual IO server) design and implementation for IBM Power i.
- Data Centre infrastructure designing and implementation for IBM I.
- System upgrades, OS upgrade and PTFs updates.
- Disaster recovery services for IBM Power I, iSeries or AS/400 systems.
- MIMIX HA consultation, implementation, upgrades and trouble shooting.
Our team of certified engineers and technicians are ready to support your needs with the right blend of expertise, technology, and customer care.
Reach out today at contact@vivoasia.com for your requirements and discover how we can support your IBM Power i environment with confidence.
