FNTS Cloud for IBM Power – AIX & IBM i-as-a-Service

Modernize Mission-Critical Workloads with Confidence

IBM’s AIX and IBM i operating systems have been the backbone of mission-critical workloads for decades, powering industries that demand reliability, stability, and enterprise-grade security. Yet, the complexity of managing these environments—and the decline of available expertise—make modernization essential.

FNTS Cloud for IBM Power enables organizations to run AIX and IBM i workloads in a secure, scalable cloud environment while reducing the costs and risks of maintaining legacy infrastructure. With flexible service models, hybrid cloud connectivity, and unmatched IBM Power expertise, FNTS helps organizations modernize without disruption and prepare for future growth.

Why Choose FNTS for AIX & IBM i?

Running AIX or IBM i workloads in the cloud is more than a technology shift—it is a strategic enabler of digital transformation. With FNTS, enterprises gain:

Stability, High Availability, and Security: Built on IBM Power Systems and engineered for mission-critical performance.
Cost Optimization: Reduce expenses by eliminating on-premises hardware and moving to usage-based pricing.
Scalability & Flexibility: Scale workloads on demand while integrating with other FNTS Cloud and hyperscale environments for hybrid strategies.
Expert Support: 24/7 managed services from security-vetted IBM Power specialists with decades of experience.

Comprehensive IBM Power Services

Cloud Hosting & Managed Services

FNTS delivers secure, cloud-hosted AIX and IBM i environments backed by 24/7 monitoring, proactive patching, and advanced threat protection. Our technical team has decades of IBM Power expertise, ensuring system reliability and compliance.

Key features include:

Hosting in enterprise-grade FNTS data centers
Immediate support for new AIX and IBM i OS releases
Proactive patching, security updates, and performance tuning
Support for multi-OS environments including AIX, IBM i, and Linux

Customized Migration Strategies

Migrating AIX and IBM i workloads to the cloud requires careful planning. FNTS develops tailored migration strategies aligned to each organization’s business requirements.

Options include:

Lift & Shift: Move workloads with minimal changes.
Re-platforming: Adapt workloads for greater scalability and modernization.
Application Modernization: FNTS assists with planning and integration strategies to extend workload value in the cloud.

FNTS provides guidance at every step, from discovery and planning through execution and optimization, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum value.

High Availability and Business Continuity

Mission-critical workloads demand near-zero downtime. FNTS leverages the reliability of IBM Power Systems along with advanced continuity solutions to ensure resiliency:

Redundancy and automated failover mechanisms
Air-gapped and immutable backups
Replication across multiple locations
Disaster recovery solutions designed for regulated industries like healthcare and finance

Data Centers and Infrastructure

FNTS data centers deliver secure, high-performance hosting for IBM Power environments. Infrastructure features include:

Redundant power and cooling systems
Layered physical and digital security protocols
Low-latency network connectivity
Support for clients in regulated industries through HIPAA-aligned and industry-standard compliant environments

Through hybrid and multi-cloud strategies, FNTS extends the power of AIX and IBM i environments to broader cloud ecosystems, enabling organizations to optimize workloads while maintaining governance and compliance.

Hybrid Cloud & Disaster Recovery

FNTS enables enterprises to adopt hybrid strategies that blend on-premises governance with cloud agility. Benefits include:

Hybrid Cloud Integration: Run AIX and IBM i workloads across FNTS, hyperscale providers, and on-premises environments.
Disaster Recovery Readiness: Automated backups, failover systems, and recovery runbooks tailored to AIX and IBM i.
Proactive Risk Mitigation: Ongoing testing and monitoring ensure readiness in the face of disruption.

Benefits of Partnering with FNTS

Reduce IT operating expenses and infrastructure costs
Increase uptime with proactive monitoring and continuity solutions
Operate in environments designed to support HIPAA and industry regulatory requirements
Gain strategic IT partnership from an IBM Platinum Partner
Optimize resources by shifting internal teams to focus on business initiatives

Frequently Asked Questions

What are AIX-as-a-Service and IBM i-as-a-Service?

They deliver IBM’s enterprise operating systems—AIX and IBM i—in secure, cloud-hosted models, allowing organizations to scale workloads without the complexity of maintaining legacy hardware.

Can FNTS migrate my existing AIX and IBM i workloads to the cloud?

Yes. FNTS provides end-to-end migration planning and execution, including lift-and-shift, re-platforming, and application transformation strategies.

Does FNTS support hybrid and multi-cloud strategies?

Yes. FNTS Power services integrate with Azure and IBM Cloud, supporting hybrid and multi-cloud environments while maintaining security and compliance.

How does FNTS ensure high availability?

FNTS leverages IBM PowerVM, PowerHA, and advanced failover mechanisms along with redundant infrastructure and air-gapped backups to deliver near-continuous availability.

Ready to Modernize Your AIX and IBM i Workloads?

Take the next step in your digital transformation journey with FNTS Cloud for IBM Power. Whether you need secure hosting, seamless migration, or ongoing managed services, FNTS delivers the expertise and flexibility to keep your business running at its best.

Schedule a Consultation with an FNTS Power Expert

The FNTS Advantage.

For more than 30 years, FNTS has been a trusted advisor in managed IT services. With a 95.5% customer retention rate and 70% of new customers coming from referrals, we’re known for delivering personalized service and consistently high satisfaction.

Our Cloud for IBM Power portfolio—including AIX-as-a-Service and IBM i-as-a-Service—gives enterprises a reliable foundation for growth, innovation, and long-term success.