Used to have multiple mainframes? You might be surprised at the current
count. But like any good company, they are always looking for cost
savings, depending on the risk of course.
On 5/20/2023 9:49 AM, Bill Johnson wrote:
Walmart used to have multiple mainframes. Because the mainframe has evolved,
they need fewer mainframes to perform Walmart’s growing business. Also need
fewer mainframe support personnel. Does that mean the mainframe is not growing?
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On Saturday, May 20, 2023, 11:17 AM, zMan <zedgarhoo...@gmail.com> wrote:
Alas, this is patently false. The number of MIPS may be growing, but the
number of boxes, shops, and applications is clearly dropping. When was the
last time a new mainframe customer joined this list? Why are the parking
lot and floor in POK empty all the time?
I sure wish it wasn't so, but all the real-world evidence says it is, alas.
Asserting otherwise is wishful thinking unsupported by the evidence.
A better use of energy is looking for ways to keep the platform vibrant.
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