In the vast landscape of programming languages, there are some hidden gems that have stood the test of time and continue to play a crucial role in specific domains. One such language is RPG (Report Program Generator), which has a rich history and a devoted community. RPG was initially developed by IBM in the 1960s…
IBM’s Interactive Product Tour Catalog
When looking for hardware, it can be difficult to find an engaging way to view products and compare them to one another. Every website that compares specs begins to blend together into one blurry image of cores, processors, storage, and bandwidth. IBM has made a resource available that showcases not only the specifications and components…
2022 IBMi Marketplace Survey Results
As 2022 comes to a close, Arbor Solutions wanted to share with you the highlights of IBM’s recent survey within the IBMi marketplace. If you are interested in reading the full published survey, you can find it here. SURVEY HIGHLIGHTS: A look at the overall conclusions from this year’s survey: IBM i IN THE DATA…
Is “new/open box” the same as “new”?
The Background: In a previous post, we took an overall look at the “used hardware” option for IT purchases. I reviewed the reasons for buying used and presented some concerns and considerations. One alternative option is the “new/open box” hardware. In this post, I will dive a bit deeper into this option, as well as…
Why should I buy new hardware when used is less money?
The Background: At least once a month, I get a customer request to compare pricing of “new” versus “used” hardware. Often this will be purely looking for a lower price, but it can also be due to needing features no longer available new. While the comparison can appear simply a price issue, other contributing factors…