How Mainframe Observability Bridges Legacy and Modern Systems

This article discusses the vital role of mainframe observability in integrating legacy systems with modern technological infrastructures, focusing on its importance in maintaining robust system health and efficiency. It covers the challenges organizations face when connecting old and new computing environments and how observability tools help overcome these obstacles. Learn more about Broadcom’s WatchTower tools and insights from SHARE at Techstrong IT.


Share Cleveland 25 Took Mainframe to the Next Level

Jeffrey Powers recently covered the transformative advances seen at SHARE Cleveland 25 in elevating mainframe technology. This insightful piece discusses how the company leveraged innovative strategies to enhance their mainframe capabilities significantly. For additional insights from Jeffrey Powers, check his articles on LinkedIn Pulse.


PopUp Mainframe: The Key to Faster, Cheaper, and Better Mainframe DevOps

The PopUp Mainframe concept is revolutionizing the realm of mainframe development, offering a dynamic and efficient environment conducive to DevOps practices. It allows organizations to streamline processes, reduce costs, and accelerate development cycles, making mainframe technology more accessible and manageable. For additional comprehensive coverage on this topic, watch for more articles on Techstrong IT.


The Future of Semiconductors and Mainframe Technology | TSG Ep. 911

In this episode of Techstrong Gang, Stephen Foskett discusses the takeaways from the SHARE conference in Cleveland. The panel discussed the booming semiconductor market and the future of mainframes, focusing on energy demands and modernization. They highlighted the importance of supporting organizations like the Open Mainframe Project to develop next-gen mainframe talent as well as presentations by Broadcom and PopUp Mainframe. Watch for more great discussion on the Techstrong Gang every weekday!


Tech Field Day Session Recap: #2 – PopUp Mainframe

IBM unveiled PopUp Mainframe at SHARE, addressing mainframe delivery challenges with two editions: Z Edition for Linux on Z and X Edition for x86/cloud. It offers a virtualized mainframe environment with z/OS functionality, development tools, and enhanced data compliance support. Read more in this LinkedIn article by Derek Britton following SHARE Cleveland 2025.


Tech Field Day Session Recap: #1 – Broadcom

Broadcom presented WatchTower, an observability product that provides actionable insights from data across hybrid IT environments. WatchTower integrates with SRE tools and offers features like topology, alert insights, machine learning, and application profiling. Read more in this LinkedIn article by Derek Britton following SHARE Cleveland 2025.


A Look at Mainframe Innovation at Tech Field Day Extra at SHARE Cleveland 25

Tech Field Day Extra at SHARE Cleveland on August 19 promises a deep dive into mainframe innovation, and viewers are encouraged to subscribe to the Tech Field Day YouTube channel and follow the LinkedIn page for ongoing Field Day coverage.


Re-Imagining the Mainframe for the AI Era at SHARE

As Tech Field Day heads to SHARE in Cleveland, we are considering the many ways the mainframe has been re-imagined and re-built for the AI era. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast features Cynthia Overby of Rocket Software and SHARE, Derek Britton, and Jeffrey Powers discussing the modern mainframe with Stephen Foskett. Walk around the SHARE conference and you’ll see the same concepts and technologies that you would find at any other conference: AI, security, data management, software development, and connectivity. Although the mainframe platform is radically different from the so-called open systems used in the cloud and elsewhere, IBM has re-engineered the new z17 mainframe for the AI age. The mainframe hosts the most valuable data in the world, and if AI is going to be used it has to run locally. That’s why IBM added a second-generation AI accelerator to the latest Telum II processor, the Spyre Accelerator, and z/OS itself. We’re excited to be bringing Tech Field Day to SHARE to learn more about the modern mainframe and share the state of the art with our audience.


Breaking Through – Beating Mainframe Delivery Bottlenecks

This article explores the persistent bottlenecks in mainframe delivery, crucial in maximizing efficiency and performance in enterprise computing. It provides insight into innovative strategies and tools that can overcome these challenges, enhancing operational capabilities. For additional coverage of mainframe optimization, watch for the PopUp Mainframe presentation with Tech Field Day at SHARE in Cleveland.