Mainframe Software
IBA Group has special expertise in mainframe software development, both system and applied, and in legacy systems migration. Our expertise comes from the unique experience of our developers whose background includes system and application development for IBM mainframes and other computer platforms.
Our traditions go back to the days when first IBM mainframes came to life. The IBA team is composed of gray–haired gurus and young developers, which results in a unique synergy of experience and innovation. Almost 40 percent of IBA IT professionals are engaged in mainframe systems and applications development and support.
Migration of legacy systems to advanced computer platforms is a key area of focus for the company. For many of our clients, such migration serves as a transformation vehicle to address new opportunities.
IBA Group has extensive experience in the development, maintenance and support of system and applied software on all IBM platforms (zSeries & S/390, pSeries & RS/6000, iSeries & AS/400, xSeries & PC), as well as on Sun SPARC.
Our mainframe services include:
Mainframe Systems
- Installation of OS/390, z/OS, VM/ESA, z/VM, and Linux operating systems
- Maintenance of OS/390, z/OS, z/OS.e, VM/ESA, z/VM, and Linux on System z
- System administration on USS (MVS Open Edition) systems
- CICS, DB2, MQSeries, IMS, DFSMS, and RACF administration
- Middleware maintenance and support (ECMVS, RMM)
- Customization and optimization of systems
- Remote operating system maintenance and support
- System and DASD performance measurement
- End user training
Mainframe Applications
- Development, enhancement and maintenance of business applications
- Level 2 and 3 support and maintenance for application software
- Migration of legacy applications to/from a mainframe environment
- Integration of user application systems in a new environment
- Adjusting of financial applications to EURO
- Source code recovering tools
- Localization of system and application software
Whether you are building mainframe applications from the ground up or migrating your current mainframe systems to a new environment, we can help. Our experience allows us to bridge the gap between old and new technologies, the result being practical business tools that help you move your business forward.

