Preface:
Thank you for joining us for this 10-part series to discuss the Top 10 Ways You can Save on your Mainframe Costs in 2023.
Introduction:
When it comes to Mainframes, NET(net) sees incredible savings opportunities in 2023 and into 2024. Not since 2008 has there been as much downward pricing pressure on technology incumbents, and we believe meaningful savings targets can be achieved, but due to the market conditions, technology incumbent suppliers are seeking to increase prices and will be highly disruptive to any cost savings agenda, so it will require a commitment to do the hard work to realize meaningful reductions.
With that as a backdrop, we give you our Top 10 Ways You can Save on your Mainframe Costs in 2023.
In case you missed our previous installments, look back at our previous posts:
Part #9 of 10: Competitively Displacing Mainframe Applications
Competitive displacement of ISV products on mainframe....
In the previous parts of this series, we have discussed a variety of ways for large enterprises to save on their mainframe costs. In this part, we will focus on competitive displacement of ISV products on mainframe.
What is competitive displacement?
Competitive displacement is the process of replacing an existing product or service with a competing one. In the context of mainframe ISV products, it means switching from one ISV product to another ISV product that provides similar or better functionality at a lower cost.
Why displace one ISV product with another?
There are a number of reasons why large enterprises might want to displace one ISV product with another:
How to competitively displace one ISV product with another:
There are a few key steps involved in competitively displacing one ISV product with another:
Tips for Success
Here are some additional tips for successfully displacing one ISV product with another:
Conclusion
Competitive displacement of one ISV product with another can be a great way for large enterprises to save money and improve their IT operations. However, it is important to carefully consider all of the factors involved before making a decision.
By following the tips above, you can increase your chances of success in displacing your mainframe ISV products.
Stay Tuned
Our final installment (10 of 10) in this 10-part series of the Top 10 Ways You can Save on your Mainframe Costs in 2023 is a detailed look at how client organizations can reduce costs by better managing mainframe workloads.
Summary
In all respects, extracting value from the mainframe supply chain in 2023 is not going to be easy as the big iron cartel will not only be wildly disruptive to any cost savings effort, but they will also be implementing their own cost increase agendas. If you're ready to take on the challenge and are dedicated to the hard work needed to achieve success, Contact Us today to learn more about working with NET(net) can help you save on your mainframe as well as all your other technology investments or Sign up now for a Savings Cloud subscription, and we will get started on helping you save money right away.
About NET(net)
Founded in 2002, NET(net) is the world’s leading IT Investment Optimization firm, helping clients find, get, and keep more economic and strategic value in their technology supply chains. Over the last 20 years, NET(net) has influenced trillions of investment, captured hundreds of billions of value, and has helped clients cost and value optimize all major areas of IT Spend, including XaaS, Cloud, Hardware, Software, Services, Healthcare, Outsourcing, Infrastructure, and Telecommunications, among others. NET(net) has the experience you want, demonstrates the expertise that you need, and delivers the performance you demand and deserve. Contact us at info@netnetweb.com, visit us online at www.netnetweb.com, or call us at +1 (616) 546-3100 to see if we can help you capture more value in your IT investments, agreements, deployments, and relationships.
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