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]]>First off, what is the definition of “Cloud Native Applications”? Here is a quick definition. Cloud Native applications are applications that are built for the cloud that takes advantages of discrete, reusable components called microservices that are designed to work on any cloud. Microservices work together as a whole to comprise the application however each micro service can run independently that provides automation and agility.
So What Are The Advantages?
- Manageable. Cloud native applications can be easier to manage as interactive improvements arise during an application lifecycle.
- Flexibility. Because cloud native applications are made up of microservices , improvements of an application can be made incrementally and automatically to improve agility.
- Elasticity. The ability to scale the application up or down based workload is extremely desirable.
- Responsiveness. The demands from the business to the IT/ development teams are unprecedented. In other words, they can’t keep up. Cloud native application development is all about agility and speed.
Companies That Are Leading The Charge Around Cloud Native Applications.
While there are several firms out there that are contributing to the ‘cloud native movement” , here are a few that I feel are leading the charge.
- Red Hat. As an open source leader, Red Hat is always on the cutting edge as it relates to innovation and problem solving. Red Hat’s OpenShift container platform Red Hat OpenShift is an enterprise-ready application platform with deployment and infrastructure options that support every application and environment for a cloud native strategy.
- IBM: IBM has become a driving force aside the cloud native movement. IBM has a dedicated Cloud Native site for companies to take advantage of expertise and guidance from IBM esteemed engineers.
- Cockroach Labs (CL). With its first of a kind “cloud native database, CockroachDB, CL is not only disrupting the cloud native market but also the database market. Started by three ex Google engineers, CL is leading the with the industries only pure “Cloud Native Database.”
DataHub has established strategic partnerships with all the above mentioned firms. As you navigate your path through the cloud journey, DataHub is well-equipped to assist you with any questions or thoughts you may have. Feel free to reach out to us at [email protected], and let us be your guide in optimizing your cloud experience.
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- Over the past three decades, there has been a lot of talk about the mainframes (IBM Z) either going away or decommissioning. However, the reality presents a different picture. Current estimates suggest that there are over 10,000 mainframes in active use today, predominantly employed by some of the world’s largest corporations, including two-thirds of Fortune 500 companies and 45 of the top 50 global banks.
In a recent light board video titled “Mainframe Myths Debunked in 5 Min,” IBM Fellow Rosalind Radcliffe sheds light on intriguing facts about the mainframe (IBM Z) and its contemporary evolution. Here are some noteworthy insights from Rosalind’s presentation:
- Telum Processor Advancements:
- The Telum processor, featuring a built-in AL (Accelerator Logic), has revolutionized mainframe capabilities. With the Telum chip, approximately 40 Linux servers can be consolidated into a single unit, offering unprecedented efficiency.
- Energy Efficiency and Space Optimization:
- The latest advancements boast a remarkable 75% reduction in energy consumption and a 67% reduction in data center space, making mainframes more environmentally friendly and economically efficient.
- Language Diversity:
- Contrary to common misconceptions, the mainframe is not confined to traditional languages like COBOL or CICS. It accommodates a spectrum of modern languages, including Python, Java, Node, and Go.
- Cloud Integration:
- Mainframes are aligning with cloud trends, capable of running Red Hat OpenShift and providing a seamless “Cloud Native” pathway for businesses looking to embrace modern cloud computing approaches.
To validate the mainframe’s presents in the market, Red Hat and the Red Hat Ansible community are actively crafting strategies and playbooks centered around the IBM Z platform. Red Hat Ansible proves instrumental in managing z/OS with key use cases including: 1) Spanning Provision and Maintenance, 2) Configuration Management, 3) Security Automation, 4) CI/CD Application Deployment, and Orchestration.
In recognizing the transformative potential of automation, the mainframe emerges not merely as a standalone monolithic server but as a versatile “cloud-native gateway” server providing integration for hybrid cloud environments.
At DataHub, we strongly believe that the mainframe has incredible potential to be the ultimate hybrid cloud server. If your firm has make a significant investment in mainframe (IBM Z) and and may be looking to explore innovative approaches to maximize its capabilities and unlock value, we need to talk.
The engineers at DataHub have comprehensive knowledge and certifications in Red Hat Ansible, positioning us to guide you through a modernization journey tailored to enhance your IBM Z systems. If you would like to set up a call, feel free to reach out to us at: [email protected].
Sincerely.
Jim McDonough
President at DataHub
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]]>Happy New Year and welcome to 2023. As we enter into a new year, the regulatory landscape is almost certain to get more complex and involved. Regardless of your industry, the volume and variety of new legislation being introduced can put your firms ability to execute at risk, not to mention financial and repetitional consequences.
For example. In the financial services sector, the SEC ( Security Exchange Commission) is the leading regulatory body that oversees and enforces policy. In FY2022, the SEC filed 760 enforcement actions translating into $6.4 Billion in fines (the most in history). In FY2021 the fines totaled $3.8 Billion. That represents an approximate 60% increase year-over-year.
So how do you best prepare your firm to manage the risk and compliance tsunami that is affecting every industry? From DataHub’s experience, it is all about people, process and technology. The firms that make the investments in those three areas usually can manage upcoming regulations and compliance in a proactive manner. Below is a figure DataHub’s methodology around GRC. We have developed a GRC framework to help streamline and customize GRC process across different business units.
DataHub is a Systems Integration firm that focuses on GRC. We have teamed up with IBM and their GRC solution OpenPages. DataHub has dedicated certified professionals that can deliver and train your team on OpenPages. Please reach out to us with any inquiry. [email protected]
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