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How sustainable is the mainframe?

Here are four key questions to help you assess the sustainability of your IT platform, and a review of how the mainframe measures up.

2023/08/21
Lynda Kershaw
6 minute read

The younger generation in the workplace: 5 tips to hit the ground running

Transitioning from education to the workforce can seem quite daunting for the younger generation. Here are 5 tips to help hit the ground running.

2023/07/24
Finlay O'Keefe
4 minute read

My experience as a Macro 4 R&D placement student

What can you expect from Macro 4's R&D placement? Joe Sexton, our current placement student, reflects on his experience.

2023/07/13
Joe Sexton
3 minute read

My experience as a Macro 4 marketing placement student

What can you expect from Macro 4's marketing placement? Finn O'Keefe, our current placement student, reflects on his experience.

2023/06/23
Finlay O'Keefe
4 minute read

The GDPR at 5: IT leaders give their views

With so much change in the five years since its introduction, what do IT leaders really think about the GDPR?

2023/06/12
Sarah Bowden
4 minute read

UNICOM® Global brings solutions to new IBM z16 and LinuxONE Rockhopper 4 single frame and rack mount options

We are excited to collaborate with IBM as the company prepares to launch its new IBM z16 and LinuxONE Rockhopper 4 single frame and rack mount options.

2023/05/09
Larry Lawler
3 minute read

Why decommissioning your legacy applications can help improve business efficiency

If you’re looking to streamline your IT landscape, why not consider decommissioning your legacy applications instead?

2023/03/16
Sarah Bowden
5 minute read

Attracting more women into mainframe IT: Six ways to make a difference

Advice and guidance for organizations wanting to encourage women into zSystems and for young women choosing a career.

2023/01/30
Lynda Kershaw
5 minute read

Why you should consider changing your mainframe session manager

As pretty much every developer knows, session management software provides an essential service for the mainframe. Learn when it's time to for a change, and wha...

2022/12/12
Phil Oldfield
4 minute read

Six ways to communicate better and improve the customer experience

Customer communications management systems are key to improving the customer experience. Companies that get communication right have happier, more loyal custome...

2022/10/12
Sarah Bowden
5 minute read
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