Sunday, August 10, 2025

Modernizing IBM i Integration with Linux on Power

As businesses evolve, the ability to connect legacy systems like IBM i with modern applications, trading partners, and cloud services is no longer optional—it’s essential. For IBM i shops looking to bridge that gap without a complete overhaul, Linux on Power Systems offers a smart, scalable path forward to enhance IBM i integration and connectivity.

Why Connectivity is Key
IBM i has long been a rock-solid platform for enterprise workloads. But in a today's digital world, you need more than stability—you need flexibility. That includes real-time data exchange, modern APIs, scripting support, and access to the open-source ecosystem.

Enter: Linux on Power

Running Linux on IBM Power Systems—or even on x86 or ARM platforms—gives you immediate access to the latest tools and languages like:
  • PowerShell
  • .NET
  • PHP
  • Python
  • Node.js
  • Go
  • Rust
  • Java/Kotlin
  • Bash
  • And many more

With Linux on Power alongside IBM i, you can develop, automate, and integrate without disrupting your core systems.

What You Gain

  • Bus level high-speed connectivity between IBM i and Power Linux partitions
  • Enhanced connectivity to cloud and trading partners
  • Modern development frameworks
  • Open-source tooling at enterprise scale
  • Cost-effective modernization
  • A hybrid platform that plays to the strengths of IBM i and Linux

Ready to Connect IBM i to the Future?
Learn more and explore documentation at:
🔗 Linux on Power Overview – IBM

Feel free to reach out with questions.  


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