Mainframes, once seen as rigid and outdated, are now evolving to meet modern business demands. The latest research brief, PopUp Mainframe: The Platform to Pioneer Agile DevOps Mainframe Development, explores the transformation of mainframe systems through Agile and DevOps methodologies. This Research Brief highlights how mainframes are being revitalized to support rapid software development and integration with modern IT strategies, positioning them as dynamic assets in the digital landscape.

The Futurum Group’s latest Research Brief, PopUp Mainframe: The Platform to Pioneer Agile DevOps Mainframe Development, completed in partnership with PopUp Mainframe, delves into the transformative journey of mainframes. The report discusses how organizations are leveraging new methodologies and technologies to enhance mainframe capabilities. Key findings include:

• Data Compliance and Security: Modern solutions are simplifying data masking and compliance, making these processes more manageable.
• Mainframe Test Environment Setup: The complex and costly nature of setting up mainframe test environments is being addressed with innovative technologies.
• Developer Onboarding: Emphasizing the importance of comprehensive training and modern tools for onboarding new developers.

This Research Brief is crucial in today’s technology landscape as it sheds light on the ongoing modernization of mainframes. By adopting Agile and DevOps practices, mainframes are becoming integral to contemporary IT strategies, supporting faster and more flexible development cycles. The insights provided are essential for organizations looking to maintain their mainframe systems’ relevance and efficiency in a rapidly changing digital environment. 

If you are interested in learning more, be sure to download your copy of PopUp Mainframe: The Platform to Pioneer Agile DevOps Mainframe Development today.