Category: Innovate

Innovation services refer to the strategic application of automation, data intelligence, modern integration, and user experience enhancements, without requiring full system replacements. These services help keep your systems aligned with evolving business needs while maintaining long-term stability.

Our offerings include both products and services. Since every customer journey is unique, we offer certified products for integration and UX modernization as well as custom services for AI-powered automations and data intelligence and analysis to transform your IBM i environments.

AS400/IBM iSeries modernization refers to updating/upgrading AS400 systems to support modern technologies, improve user experience, enhance functionality, and ensure compatibility with contemporary IT environments. This can involve migrating legacy applications to newer platforms, integrating cloud services, enhancing user interfaces, and adopting modern development methodologies to meet current business needs and industry standards.

An IBM i modernization company is a specialized service provider with expertise in updating and enhancing AS400 applications to meet modern business needs. As a part of their IBM i/AS400 modernization services, they conduct application assessment, modernization planning, user interface redesign, code optimization, data migration, integration with new technologies, and ongoing support. They leverage their experience and knowledge of AS400 systems to help businesses modernize their applications efficiently and effectively, ensuring compatibility with current technologies and optimizing performance.

Compared to replacing your entire system, modernizing your AS400 application can be a cost-effective option. Modernization helps you drive value from your initial investments.

You may assess the ROI of our IBM i/AS400 modernization service by identifying potential benefits and estimating cost savings.

Outsourcing IBM iSeries modernization services involves partnering with a specialized IBM i/AS400 modernization solutions provider to upgrade and enhance AS400 applications. They assess your needs, develop a customized modernization roadmap, and handle the entire process, including updating interfaces, optimizing code, and integrating new features. Throughout the project, they provide updates and seek feedback. After completion, they may offer ongoing support and maintenance. This approach allows you to benefit from expert resources while focusing on your core business activities.

Yes, we can modernize AS400 applications while retaining their existing architecture. Our approach focuses on enhancing your application’s functionality, scalability, and user experience while preserving its core architecture and business logic. We can update the user interface to a modern design, optimize performance, and integrate new features and technologies to meet your evolving business needs. Our IBM i/AS400 application modernization services aim to maximize the value and longevity of your solutions while minimizing disruption to your operations.

Yes. We offer post-modernization consulting services to support your AS400/IBM iSeries modernization project after completion. Our consulting services include ongoing support, maintenance, and optimization to ensure your modernized applications meet evolving business needs. We assist with troubleshooting, performance monitoring, security updates, and any additional enhancements or optimizations. We maximize the value of your modernized applications and ensure their long-term success.

AS400 automation refers to automating tasks and workflows on IBM i (formerly IBM AS400) systems to streamline operations, reduce manual efforts, and increase efficiency. It involves batch job scheduling, data integration, error handling, system monitoring, and more.

AS400 automation services streamline and optimize IBM i (AS400) operations by automating tasks such as data processing, integrations, job scheduling, and system monitoring. These services reduce errors, improve efficiency, and enhance system performance, enabling businesses to focus on strategic initiatives.

You can leverage skilled talents who understand the intricacies of AS400 and its automation capabilities to automate tasks. They identify repetitive tasks or workflows that consume valuable time and resources. Next, they develop custom automation scripts tailored to your needs using scripting languages like CL (Control Language), RPG (Report Program Generator), or Java. Additionally, they implement error-handling mechanisms to ensure smooth operations and provide ongoing maintenance and updates as needed.

Absolutely! AS400 automation can benefit businesses of all sizes and industries. Whether you are a small business looking to automate routine tasks or a large enterprise managing complex workflows, AS400 automation offers numerous opportunities to improve productivity and optimize processes.

Yes, definitely! You can customize AS400 automation solutions to suit business needs with the help of skilled professionals. They can tailor automation scripts, processes, and workflows to meet your unique requirements. Customizing an AS400 automation solution effectively addresses your business challenges, enhances productivity, and delivers maximum value to your organization.

The cost of implementing AS400 automation can vary depending on several factors. These factors include the requirement complexity, the project scope, the customization level, and the professionals’ expertise. A comprehensive assessment of your requirements will help determine the specific cost. Contact us today to get a quote for your AS400 automation project.

Absolutely! We assist you in implementing AS400 automation into your existing processes as smoothly and seamlessly as possible. We understand your current workflows and pinpoint areas where automation can impact most. Then, we tailor our approach to ensure our developed solutions align with your business objectives. Our team works closely with you throughout the process, providing guidance, support, and training to ensure a smooth transition.

Yes, our team has extensive experience providing automation solutions for businesses using the IBM i platform. We help you streamline your operations, increase efficiency, and improve productivity. Our specialists provide a secure, comprehensive solution that meets your requirements, whether your project is live or in development. We can help you achieve your goals.

Being an ISO 27001 and 42001 company, we follow best practices for security and ethical AI adoption. Furthermore, we establish comprehensive audit trails, conduct robust monitoring, and update the solution, ensuring absolute data and system security.

Calculating the ROI for AS400 automation can be challenging. Automating AS400 offers various benefits, including lower labor and operational costs, higher productivity, fewer errors, faster tasks, and better resource management. These factors play a significant role in determining the overall ROI.

IBM i/AS400 integration involves connecting IBM i/AS400 systems with other software and systems to optimize processes, interoperability, and efficiency. This can include integrating with modern web applications, databases, cloud services, and other enterprise systems.

Yes, we provide IBM i API integration solutions for the IBM i platform. Our team has been integrating IBM i/AS400 systems with other technologies for over a decade. We help you reach your goals with an individualized solution that meets your unique requirements.

Yes, we offer IBM iSeries AS400 integration with modern cloud platforms. Our services include connecting IBM i to cloud services via APIs or certified connectors, migrating data, enabling seamless interaction, ensuring real-time data synchronization, and establishing secure connections to protect data during integration. We aim to provide a smooth, safe, and efficient integration process to enhance your business’s flexibility and scalability.

Yes, we offer services to integrate IBM iSeries AS400 with Salesforce. Our services include developing APIs or using certified tools to connect IBM i systems with Salesforce, migrating data, and ensuring real-time data synchronization. We focus on providing seamless, secure, and efficient integration to enhance your business operations.

We adhere to strict ISO27001 regulations and guidelines to ensure security during IBM iSeries AS400 integration services. We employ secure communication protocols like SSL/TLS, implement strict access controls, encrypt sensitive data at rest, utilize robust authentication mechanisms (including multi-factor authentication), maintain detailed audit trails to track user activities, and adhere to relevant compliance standards that apply to your business and industry. These measures safeguard your data and systems from potential threats, ensuring a secure integration process.

You can hire an IBM iSeries AS400 integration professional or an entire team on demand and start your project in seven days!

Yes. We provide post-integration consulting services to ensure that your IBM iSeries AS400 integration project meets your ongoing business needs. Our consulting services include monitoring system performance, optimizing workflows, providing guidance on utilizing new features or functionalities, and troubleshooting issues post-integration. We are committed to ensuring the success of your integrated systems in the long term.

5250 green screens in AS400 refer to the traditional text-based interfaces used to interact with IBM i (AS400) systems. These screens display text and commands in a grid format, with a green-on-black color scheme, and are often seen as outdated and difficult to use compared to modern graphical interfaces.

In AS400, GUI (Graphical User Interface) refers to user-friendly, visually appealing interfaces with graphics, icons, and easier navigation. This makes it simpler for users to interact with AS400 applications, improving usability and efficiency.

IBM i/AS400 application GUI modernization is the process of transforming the traditional 5250 green screen interfaces into modern, graphical user interfaces (GUIs). This involves updating the look and feel of the application to be more visually appealing and user-friendly.

No. GUI modernization does not involve rewriting applications from scratch. Instead, it focuses on enhancing the user interface of existing IBM i/AS400 applications. The core logic and functionality remain the same, but the frontend is upgraded to provide a more modern and user-friendly experience. This allows you to retain the reliability and power of the original system while improving usability.

The choice of modernization approach depends on your needs. You can modernize the GUI all at once, but for complex, mission-critical applications, an incremental approach is recommended. This allows you to prioritize and migrate applications gradually, reducing disruption and operational friction.

Of course. We let you hire IBM i/AS400 application GUI modernization experts on-demand at competitive hourly rates. Contact us today to learn about our pricing structure in detail.

Timelines vary based on the type, scope, and complexity of the project, but many initiatives begin delivering measurable value within just a few weeks. We start with discovery and quick wins, then scale in phases to reduce risk and accelerate outcomes. Talk to one of our experts to get a tailored estimate for your project.

Minimal to none. We use low-disruption implementation methods and a secure suite of tools to ensure upgrades are deployed smoothly, without interrupting your day-to-day operations.

Definitely. At Programmers.io, we are committed to the security of your intellectual property. Therefore, before taking up any project, we sign a Non-disclosure Agreement (NDA).