For companies utilizing IBM i (formerly AS/400), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) have emerged as a powerful tool for achieving integration and efficiency goals. In this blog post, we’ll explore the most common API uses for businesses on the IBM i platform: 1. Integration with Modern Applications One of the most common uses of APIs in…
Uninterrupted Performance: High Availability on FlashSystem
What is High Availability? High availability refers to a system’s ability to remain operational and accessible over a long period. This involves minimizing downtime and ensuring that services continue even during hardware failures, network issues, or other disruptions. High availability is typically measured by the “five nines” standard, meaning 99.999% uptime, which equates to just…
Exploring the Power of IBM FlashSystem
At the end of the day, data is the lifeblood of organizations. We can use this data to drive innovation, to have unique insights, and even to have a competitive advantage on competition: but only if we know what to do with this data. Managing and extracting value from ever-growing data volumes presents a significant…
Why RPG is your friend in Modernization, not your enemy
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…
Upcoming Event: POWERUp 2023!
When: April 24-27Where: Denver, COWebsite: Home – POWERUp 2023 (common.org) It’s that time of year again! April 24-27, the COMMON community will be together for an in-person event. As seen on their website: “enjoy learning high quality IBM education, networking with peers, industry experts and solutions providers, and growing together as a whole.” Arbor Solutions…