Mainframe Reimagined

Harnessing the Power of Legacy Systems in the Digital Age

Ricardo Nuqui

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English

Nuqui Ricardo Regala
01 November 2023

Mainframes & minicomputers; Operating systems

Series: Mainframe Use

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"In the tech-centric world of today, where agile startups and cutting-edge technologies capture headlines, the mention of 'mainframes' often evokes nostalgic memories of large, room-filling machines with spinning tapes. Yet, these iconic symbols of early computing are far from extinct. In fact, the mainframe is deeply embedded in the foundational infrastructure of numerous global organizations, silently powering critical applications from banking to aviation.

""Mainframe Reimagined: Harnessing the Power of Legacy Systems in the Digital Age"" is not merely a homage to these enduring giants of the computing world. Rather, it's a journey into understanding their persistent relevance, their adaptability, and the vast potential they offer for innovation.

Modernizing the mainframe is not about relegating it to the annals of history. On the contrary, it's about evolving and integrating these systems into the rapidly advancing digital landscape of the 21st century. As you delve into the chapters that follow, you will discover that the mainframe's story is one of resilience, innovation, and untapped potential.

Why modernize? That's a question we address at length. There's a compelling business case, of course-cost savings, increased efficiency, and improved scalability, to name a few. But beyond the numbers, there's a strategic imperative for organizations to remain agile and competitive in a constantly evolving technological landscape.

This book will illuminate the modernization strategies available, offering insights into their benefits and challenges. By showcasing real-world case studies, we aim to provide a tangible and relatable understanding of how companies have successfully navigated their modernization journeys. Furthermore, in recognizing the importance of security and the rapid growth of emerging technologies, we delve deep into how mainframes can adapt and thrive in these new paradigms.

For professionals who cut their teeth on mainframe technologies, this book will offer a fresh perspective on a familiar friend. For the newer generation of tech enthusiasts, it's an invitation to explore and appreciate the depth, complexity, and potential that mainframes bring to our digital age.

As we stand on the brink of another technological renaissance, it is essential to not only look forward but also to recognize and leverage the power of what we've built in the past. It is our hope that by the end of this book, you'll not only view mainframes with renewed respect but also with excitement for the future possibilities they present."

By: Ricardo Nuqui
Imprint: Nuqui Ricardo Regala
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 404g
ISBN: 9789815194111
ISBN 10: 9815194119
Series: Mainframe Use
Pages: 174
Publication Date: 01 November 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active