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Mainframe optimization: A risk-free path to lower costs and increased capacity
The real cost of COBOL batch processing Your COBOL applications are the backbone of your business. They process millions of transactions, handle your most critical data, and keep […]

Alte Oldenburger
The Future Starts Here and Now Vechta, 9:30 AM: In a sleek, modern office building on the outskirts of this Lower Saxony town, Stefan Macke sits at his desk with a smile. At 42, […]

How to achieve operational resilience and keep the lights on in a mission-critical world
Ensure business continuity, scalability, and peace of mind with high-availability across mainframe, Linux, and cloud

The Modern Mainframe: Resilient, Relevant, and Ready for What’s Next
While much of the conversation in the technology space focuses on cloud-first strategies and emerging solutions, it is easy to forget that mainframes, a technology that has […]

Encryption relieves companies and authorities of the obligation to report cyberattacks
Companies and public authorities rely on databases to store and process large amounts of data. These databases typically manage business-critical and highly sensitive […]

Adabas & Natural and ARIS launch as standalone
Adabas & Natural and ARIS launch as standalone businesses. Software GmbH announces closing of sales of Alfabet and Cumulocity, departure of Group CEO, Sanjay Brahmawar, and […]

Going to the cloud? Take Adabas & Natural with you
If you want to take full advantage of the benefits of running on the cloud, you need to think about how best to bring your core Adabas & Natural applications into this new IT […]

Three steps to enhance Adabas data security on IBM Z®
IBM® Z platforms are known for security, and for good reason. Most mainframes contain decades’ worth of valuable information including financial data, personal files and […]

7 numbers that define the “Chaos of Connectivity”
In the fast-paced world of IT, numbers often speak louder than words. IT leaders continue to invest in new technology platforms to drive innovation and improve the experience for […]

Unlock Adabas data for new apps, analytics, and cloud
Any business looking to better connect with its customers must be able to turn data into usable and actionable information. But before you can turn that data into value, you must […]

Software AG brings Adabas & Natural to new IBM® z16™ Single Frame and Rack Mount Models
We are excited to collaborate with IBM as the company unveils its new IBM z16 and LinuxONE 4 single frame and rack mount models available globally on May 17, 2023. Powered by the […]

What does IBM® z16™ mean to you?
Despite misconceptions around decreasing mainframe usage, as emphasis on the cloud increases, we’ve seen a strong momentum of growth in IBM zSystem workloads and know that core […]