Moving Your IBM i to the Cloud: What You Need to Know

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Moving Your IBM i to the Cloud: What You Need to Know

The cloud has a lot to offer IBM i shops – but far too often IT leadership jumps at the chance to make the move without doing the necessary research to determine the quality of fit for their organization. If your organization is considering moving some or all of your IBM i workloads to the cloud, we want to make sure you’re equipped with the knowledge you need to make a well-informed decision.

This guide will serve as your ally in the decision-making process, – drawing upon Fortra’s years of experience in assisting IBM i customers with migrating and operating cloud-based IBM i environments. In this guide, we’ll explore:

  • The most common motivations for moving to the cloud
  • Common cloud misconceptions
  • How operating your IBM i in the cloud compares to on-prem, and important technical considerations