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Mainframe Modernization

Dynamic mainframe transformation with a holistic, end-to-end strategy

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 Align the right workload with the right platform

At Kyndryl, we provide a systematic approach to application and workload placement as well as help you decide when to modernize applications and data on the mainframe, integrate them into a hybrid cloud model including mainframe and public cloud, or move them off the mainframe.

No matter where you are, we can build a strategy with focus on applications and data and help at every step of the way of your modernization or transformation journey.

Kyndryl Mainframe DevOps Transformation Strategy

Modernizing Your Mainframe

In new research, Gartner analysts advise infrastructure and operations leaders to “right-size” the mainframe by conducting a detailed workload analysis, adopting a workload approach based on the five R´s — replatform, refactor, rearchitect, rebuild and replace — and effectively tackling mainframe staffing requirements.

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Three questions every enterprise leader should ask themselves before starting a mainframe application modernization journey.

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Modernize on the mainframe

Modernize on the platform by optimizing existing mainframe applications, data and infrastructure to be more efficient, implement DevOps or DevSecOps, and align better with the hybrid cloud environment.

Embrace the modern mainframe
Applications and data integration

Integrate applications and data with public cloud providers to enable an open mainframe for a more successful journey into the hybrid cloud environment.

Kyndryl's expanded partnership with Microsoft allows our teams to create data pipes that enable connections between the mainframe and the Microsoft cloud, making it easier for our customers to unlock new uses and value streams from their entire data estate.

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Move off the mainframe

Move applications, workloads, and data from mainframe to cloud when required to support your business and technology strategy.

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Key questions for mainframe modernization
Mainframe Assessments for Microsoft Azure

Our four mainframe assessments for Microsoft Azure are designed to evaluate and analyze your current mainframe environment before creating a strategy for your digital transformation journey.

Application Migration to Azure

This two-day collaborative assessment is focused on understanding your mainframe environment and applications, and designing your migration strategy to Microsoft Azure.

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Application Modernization with Azure

This assessment will help identify, analyze, and design your mainframe application modernization strategy with Microsoft Azure.

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Mainframe DevOps Integration with Azure

Work with Kyndryl experts to identify, analyze, and design a mainframe DevOps strategy with Microsoft Azure.

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Mainframe strategy

Develop or extend an informed IT strategy with consulting, implementation, and management services.

End-to-end services

Leverage a comprehensive portfolio of management and monitoring services to enable your modernization journey.

Increased agility and flexibility

Enhance your IT environment’s responsiveness to evolving business requirements.

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Application Management Services

Kyndryl provides support for both mainframe traditional and cloud-native applications, wherever you are.

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Perspectives on the modern mainframe

Learn how to drive increased value with mainframe as a cornerstone of your cloud strategy.

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Transform your IT infrastructure

Ensure your IBM Z and IBM i investments enable you to meet your future business needs through infrastructure transformation.

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Get a 30-minute, no-cost strategy session with a mainframe modernization expert

Speak with our expert to discover how you can streamline your journey towards mainframe transformation and application modernization.

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Attribution: Gartner, Fit Your Mainframe Into Your Modernization Plans, Dennis Smith, Stefan Van Der Zijden,  16 November 2022
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