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BlueIT as an enabler of modernization on IBM iSeries

Published on

2/3/26

Is your IT infrastructure ready to transform regulatory compliance from a bureaucratic burden to a strategic lever, or does it risk becoming your worst operational cube?

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The real risk: supply chain and technological obsolescence

EU Directive 2022/2555, technically known as NIS2 (Network and Information Security), represents the evolution of European legislation on cybersecurity. Contrary to the widespread myth, its perimeter is not limited to multinational corporations: the constraint of supply chain (supply chain) actually extends obligations to Italian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). These companies, regardless of their size or turnover, are obliged to adapt to the security standards of their “Essential” clients so as not to risk exclusion from the market.

In this context, the management of IBM i systems (iSeries platform) is of strategic importance. Article 21 of NIS2 requires the adoption of technical measures”adapted to the state of the art”. Keeping an IBM i operating system out of date no longer constitutes a mere IT risk, but rather a formal violation of the rule. In the event of an accident, the administrative sanctions imposed by the authorities could significantly exceed the upgrade costs, making the compliance an essential imperative for business continuity.

The answer: IBM Power and the BlueIT method

Modernizing to IBM Power offers a native answer to these challenges. These platforms integrate security directly into the hardware, with features such as memory encryption (MME) and AI accelerators capable of detecting attacks Ransomware in real time without impacting performance. To guide companies in this transition, BlueIT adopts the approach “Move, Improve, Prove”:

Move: Migrate from legacy systems to get out of the danger zone.

Improve: Implement continuous managed security (Vulnerability Management).

Tests: Provide documentary and technical evidence of compliance in case of audits.

Don't wait for technological obsolescence to become a sanctionable risk. Our experts are available to evaluate your current security posture and define the modernization path that best suits your reality.

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Contact us for a preliminary assessment and find out how to secure your business!

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