Hardware

The Blueprint for the Agentic AI Mainframe

Patrick Stanard, Distinguished Engineer and chief mainframe architect for Kyndryl US, explains how the mainframe can be transformed to leverage the latest in agentic AI capabilities

Future-Proofing IBM i – The New Path to Modernization and Long-Term Durability

Long-term utility and durability form the bedrock of IBM i systems in today’s enterprise landscape. These platforms have powered mission-critical operations for decades, delivering unmatched reliability and scalability. Yet, as business demands evolve, modernization – rather than outright replacement – remains key to utilizing its full potential. This modernization approach follows incremental, low-disruption sprints that […]

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Are You Falling Into the IBM Power Trap?

In this episode of Ask the Experts, Racksquared dives into a challenge many organizations don’t even realize they’re facing — The IBM Power Trap. It happens when businesses delay critical, long-term strategy decisions about their IBM Power environment. What feels like “staying the course” can quietly lead to rising costs, aging infrastructure, and limited flexibility […]

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Spyre AI Accelerator Now Available on Power11

The card became generally available Dec. 12, expanding on-premises inferencing abilities for organizations racing to operationalize AI

ISVs Push Back Against zPDT Sunsetting

The platform allows ISVs to test their products on-premises in an emulated z/OS environment, but only for another 13 months

Understanding Power Supplies for Power Systems: Updated for Power11

Jaqui Lynch discusses power distribution units, IBM server requirements and the energy levels needed to support both

Behind the Numbers: IBM Power Performance and Capacity Planning

Using the right data, in the right way, to make the right decisions—principles to follow, missteps to avoid

Z’ing the Future: Mainframe Performance and Capacity Planning Insights

Experts explain how to assess needs while upgrading and explore why limitless cloud capacity doesn't negate the need for careful planning

Modernizing With Confidence: WebSphere Application Server’s Legacy and Future in IT Infrastructure

For "z/OS and Friends," Dr. Joe Gulla inspects IBM WebSphere Application Server's (WAS) deep integration with the mainframe

IBM’s Spyre AI Accelerator Gets Oct. 28 GA for Mainframes, December Debut for Power11

The PCIE-attached card will join forces with the Telum II processor to enhance on-premises processing for AI workloads