IBM Power Systems

Benefits

Meets big data and analytics demands

Better economies for scale-out data

Capabilities for mobile applications

Rapid ROI

Minimizes risks

Secure delivery of data and services

Future-Proof Your Resilience and High-Performance Architecture

RPE specializes in designing IBM i environments that are secure, efficient, and cloud-ready. Whether you’re updating legacy systems or planning a full infrastructure shift, we can help. Start your modernization journey today.

Businesses running outdated hardware, such as Power7, Power8, or even early Power9 machines, face increasing support limitations, security vulnerabilities, and hardware sourcing delays. Migrating to current IBM Power Systems ensures continued access to updates, performance gains, and compatibility with modern applications and data interfaces.

Downtime is costly. IBM Power Systems are designed to minimize operational risk through hardware resilience and OS-level features that support continuous uptime. With support for IBM i, AIX, and Linux, these systems enable you to run multiple workloads efficiently on a single infrastructure while maintaining strong security and compliance.

IBM Power Systems with IBM i deliver the performance, security, and flexibility required for enterprise-grade computing. These systems are built to handle critical workloads, including ERP, retail planning, analytics, and high-volume processing, with consistent uptime and speed. Power architecture supports advanced virtualization, which allows efficient resource allocation and workload consolidation.

The IBM i operating system tightly integrates with middleware and database layers to streamline management. It includes features like single-level storage, object-based architecture, and automated journaling that reduce complexity and improve stability. Security is built in, with role-based access control, compliance tools, and minimal maintenance overhead. Organizations can run IBM i, AIX, and Linux concurrently on a single server, supported by PowerVM. This setup enables compatibility with modern APIs and data formats like REST, JSON, and XML. It also simplifies system integration across on-premise and cloud platforms.

Why Stay Current With IBM i?

Upgrading to the latest versions of IBM i isn’t just about features. It’s about safeguarding data, enabling system compatibility, and meeting compliance requirements. Older OS versions no longer receive security patches, leaving systems exposed to threats and potentially out of compliance with industry standards.

IBM i also improves integration with modern technologies, including web services, JSON, XML, and remote journaling. These updates streamline communication between systems and enhance the flexibility of your IT architecture. For an in-depth look at IBM i capabilities and current features, visit IBM’s official IBM i product page.

IBM i Cloud Hosting Options

RPE offers flexible IBM i cloud hosting solutions with a national footprint across 40 U.S.-based data centers. Organizations can choose fully hosted systems, hybrid setups, or disaster recovery configurations based on operational needs.

Geographic diversity ensures resilience
Encrypted environments protect sensitive data
SOC 1 compliance supports regulatory mandates
24/7 U.S.-based support guarantees access to expert assistance

Whether you’re transitioning from legacy systems or launching a new deployment, RPE helps reduce infrastructure burdens while maintaining complete control and visibility.

IBM i Managed Services

Managing an IBM i environment requires specialized expertise. RPE offers end-to-end managed services that can be tailored to your organization’s needs:

Operating system maintenance and patching
Backup management and disaster recovery support
Overnight job processing and system health checks
Application monitoring and operational troubleshooting

These services free up internal IT teams to focus on business priorities while ensuring system stability, security, and performance.

Database Integration and Application Support

IBM Power Systems support a range of enterprise-grade databases, enabling flexible application deployment and efficient data processing across platforms:

DB2 for i

Fully integrated with the IBM i OS, DB2 for i simplifies administration with built-in automation and requires minimal manual intervention. It supports native SQL, journaling, and advanced data replication capabilities.

Oracle

Known for high-performance transaction processing and analytical workloads, Oracle on Power Systems is often used in environments requiring scalable, high-throughput solutions.

SQL Server

Offers enterprise-grade data management and analytics capabilities, with support for large-scale OLTP systems and business intelligence tools.

This broad database compatibility ensures that organizations can modernize their infrastructure while continuing to support existing enterprise applications, reducing redevelopment costs, and accelerating project timelines.

IBM i System Migration With Minimal Downtime

Migrating from legacy hardware to modern IBM Power Systems is a critical step for maintaining system reliability and application performance. The transition process can be executed with minimal disruption when approached using best practices and modern tooling.

RPE enables live replication of your existing environment, creating an up-to-date copy on the new system. Our process includes a manual synchronization point, followed by thorough pre-launch testing on the target environment. This ensures compatibility, performance, and data integrity before the final cutover.

We build our migration approach around minimizing downtime and risk. We work with your team to plan the timing, establish fallback procedures, and provide clear checkpoints throughout the process. With RPE’s support, businesses can move forward confidently—knowing that critical systems and data will remain secure and operational at every step.

IBM i Hosting and Power Systems Integration Services

RPE delivers hosting and integration services that adapt to a range of IT strategies, whether on-premise, hybrid, or fully cloud-based. We tailor each solution to support workload performance, data protection, and business continuity goals specific to your organization. Learn more about our retail consulting services.

Our technical specialists have extensive experience in IBM i environments and the broader Power Systems ecosystem. From configuring PowerVM partitions to managing multi-OS deployments and implementing robust backup and disaster recovery plans, RPE offers both the vision and execution needed for long-term system success.

Whether you’re building high-availability frameworks, seeking a seamless hosting transition, or outsourcing full infrastructure operations, RPE provides the scale, security, and flexibility your mission-critical workloads require. We align our services with your operational priorities to ensure resilience, compliance, and efficiency.

Contact RPE to design a scalable IBM i solution tailored to your enterprise workload.