IBM i is a fully integrated operating system, meaning the database, middleware, security, runtime, and hypervisor are all integrated into the stack and licensed as one. This integration helps clients lower TCO, simplify systems management, and do more with fewer resources.
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Subscription-term licensing offers clients easier annual budget planning with predictable and consistent payment options. Software licenses and support are integrated into one subscription price. Annual subscriptions are automatically updated to the latest release, reducing business risks and security vulnerabilities by keeping technology current. With auto-renewal, clients no longer have to worry about losing support or managing new software keys. Clients on older releases can get back on support and current with technology more easily and at a lower price point.
Benefits Of IBM-i
Nearly 2X ROI
Forrester Consulting found that clients deploying IBM i on prem or in the cloud realized, on average, a 191% return on investment (ROI) and a payback of just 6 months for their business. These clients also saw savings of USD 1.06 million in reduced system downtime and an increase in productivity of USD 470,000 over three years¹.
Lower TCO
IBM i integrates database, middleware, security, runtime, and hypervisor as one licensed solution. Clients don’t have to pay for support on each individual component, thereby lowering total cost of ownership (TCO) and simplifying the platform running your business applications.
Secure Business-Critical Applications
IBM i 7.6 introduces the integration of multi-factor authentication (MFA) into the platform. This ensures users who are trying to access a system or application have the proper authority and security clearance to do so.
Flexible Licensing and Support
One annual payment for both software licenses and SWMA together in a single subscription price. Provides lower TCO and increases flexibility.
Deploy Workloads Anywhere
IBM i can be run on-prem, in an onsite private cloud with consumption-based pricing, or in a public cloud on IBM® Power® Virtual Server.
Modernize Application Development
Eliminate skills gaps and increase productivity by using industry-standard tools available with IBM i for modern application development.
Features
Full Stack Integration
IBM i is a fully integrated operating system, meaning the database, middleware, security, runtime and hypervisor are integrated into the stack and licensed as one solution.
Subscription Term Licensing
Subscription licensing offers clients predictable and consistent payment options while mimimizing risk by remaining current with their technology.
Object-Based Architecture
IBM i has an object-based architecture, meaning that a program cannot masquerade as something else. This helps protect your environment from viruses and security breaches.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Cloud Deployment Options
Autonomous Systems Management
The integrated multi-factor authentication (MFA) support in IBM i 7.6 is designed to secure access to and management of the system and its data. It leverages a time-based one-time password (TOTP) to enhance the security posture of IBM i which eliminates the need for some third-party tools and solutions.
IBM i can be deployed on-prem and in various cloud environments, including IBM Power Virtual Server, for a consistent user experience across hybrid cloud.
IBM i has autonomous features that require little to no administration, reducing the need for large system admin teams. System administrators can see a single view of the status of all licenses within their environment with Navigator for i.
IBM i Solution Edition
