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“For Adaptigent, IBM z17 reinforces the importance of what we do every day: helping clients activate trusted mainframe data, expose core business logic through modern APIs, connect legacy systems to hybrid environments, and orchestrate automation without unnecessary disruption. Together with IBM Z, Adaptigent helps clients modernize around the systems they rely on most while delivering secure, real-time, intelligent digital experiences.”
- Shawn Ryan, General Manager, Adaptigent
Our partnership with IBM is built on a shared commitment to customer success. IBM z17 represents an exciting advancement that can help organizations accelerate innovation, simplify operations, and strengthen security. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with IBM and helping customers unlock new opportunities through AI, automation, and enterprise transformation.
- Brian Hawley, President, Luminex
At BankNet, we see organizations increasingly looking to combine innovation with operational excellence. The launch of IBM z17 is an important milestone, bringing enhanced AI, automation, security, and resilience capabilities to the IBM Z platform. As an embedded software provider focused on z/OS performance and operational insight, we are excited by the opportunities IBM z17 creates for customers to gain greater value from their mission-critical environments while continuing to rely on the scalability, availability, and trust that define IBM Z.
- Jim Allum, Chief Technology Advisor, Banknet
Infor’s partnership with IBM Z is built on a deep, shared commitment to innovation, client success, and the delivery of outcomes that truly matter — and that momentum has never been stronger. As a proud member of the IBM Z Ecosystem, we welcome the arrival of IBM z17 with great excitement, seeing in it a defining opportunity for organizations to advance AI adoption, modernize their most critical workloads, and strengthen the operational resilience that underpins long-term success.
- Chris Gray, Product Manager, Infor
IBM z17™ creates new opportunities for our mutual customers to advance their business transformation strategies while enabling Sapiens to further enhance our application capabilities. As part of the IBM Z Ecosystem, Sapiens is committed to helping organizations leverage IBM z17™ to accelerate AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and strengthen operational resilience.
- Mordi Tzamit, VP & Head of eMerge Unit, Sapiens
At Izzi Software, we have spent decades helping organizations get the most out of IBM Z — and the launch of the IBM z17 has made us more energized than ever. Powered by the Telum II processor and the Spyre AI accelerator, it brings enterprise-grade AI directly into the heart of the mainframe… Izzi Software is proud to be part of an ecosystem that continues to push the boundaries of enterprise computing, and we look forward to helping our customers unlock everything the IBM z17 has to offer.
- Stephen Nelson, SVP of Operations, Izzi Software
Our engagement with IBM Z is grounded in a strong, shared commitment to innovation, client success, and the delivery of meaningful business outcomes—momentum that continues to accelerate. As a valued member of the IBM Z Ecosystem, Zellis is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 presents for organizations seeking to advance AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and build greater operational resilience.
Kathie Hammond, Principal Engineering Manager, Zellis
As part of the IBM Z Community, GFS is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 brings to organizations advancing AI, modernizing mission-critical workloads, and strengthening operational resilience. By leveraging z17’s embedded AI and processing power, we plan to make our data integration, automation, and quality control solutions even faster and smarter, ensuring secure, bottleneck-free processing of massive data directly at the operational core.
- Pedro Figueiroa, Director of International Contracts, GFS
Our work with IBM Z is rooted in a shared commitment to innovation, client success, delivering meaningful business outcomes, and continues to grow. As a proud member of the IBM Z Community, Primeur is excited about the possibilities IBM z17™ unlocks for organizations looking to accelerate AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and enhance operational resilience.
- Stefano Musso, CEO, Primeur
IBM z17 represents a major milestone in the advancement of enterprise AI and the mainframe. SDS is excited about the innovation and opportunity it brings to the broader ecosystem and the value it will help deliver to customers.
- Josh Lampi, President, Software Diversified Services
Our partnership with IBM Z is built on a shared commitment to innovation, client success, and delivering real business outcomes in the financial sector—and that momentum continues to grow. As part of the IBM Z Ecosystem, PPI is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 brings to banks and payment providers looking to advance AI enabled fraud detection, modernize mission critical payment workloads, and strengthen the resilience of instant and high value transaction processing.
- Dr. Christian Friberg, Head of IBM Z Application Development, PPI
Our collaboration with IBM Z continues to grow stronger, fueled by a shared vision for innovation, client success, and the delivery of meaningful business outcomes—momentum that continues to accelerate. As a valued member of the IBM Z Ecosystem, Informatica looks forward to helping enterprises maximize the value of IBM z17 and confidently accelerate their AI and data-driven transformation.
- Paul Hopkins, Director of Software Engineering, Informatica from Salesforce
As a valued member of the IBM Z Community, Interchip is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 presents for organizations seeking to advance AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and strengthen operational resilience. Interchip’s RealTime Defrag provides a unique solution for z/OS installations enabling them to optimize their storage systems as they implement these goals.
- Alexander Buschmann, CTO, Interchip
Capgemini and IBM share a longstanding commitment to helping customers build agile, future-ready businesses. IBM z17 is more than a technology innovation—it is a catalyst for transforming how organizations approach AI, automation, and cybersecurity. By combining advanced AI capabilities, seamless automation, and enterprise-grade security, IBM z17 can help businesses accelerate innovation while maximizing the value of their infrastructure investments.
As part of the IBM Ecosystem, Capgemini is proud to collaborate with IBM to deliver solutions that help clients succeed and unlock new opportunities on IBM Z through AI, automation, and security.
- Nidhi Mehta, Senior Manager, Capgemini
Our partnership with IBM is founded on a shared commitment to innovation, client success, and delivering business outcomes that matter. As a proud member of the IBM Z Community, Software AG is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 creates for organizations seeking to accelerate AI adoption, modernize critical workloads, and strengthen operational resilience. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with IBM Z to help clients unlock new possibilities, drive transformation, and build a stronger foundation for long-term growth and innovation.
- Arno Theiss, General Manager, Software AG, A Software GmbH Brand
Pairing the new IBM z17 mid-range with Crawford Technologies’ solutions delivers the secure, scalable, and dependable platform that mission-critical workloads demand. By deepening our strong partnership with IBM, we’re empowering customers with the world’s fastest and most accurate document transformation, output management, and document accessibility solutions to thrive and lead in today’s digital economy.
- Ernie Crawford, President & CEO, Crawford Technologies
Beta Systems and IBM share a longstanding commitment to helping customers build agile, future ready businesses. IBM z17 is more than a technology innovation—it is a catalyst for transforming how organizations approach AI, automation, and cybersecurity. By combining advanced AI capabilities, seamless automation, and enterprise-grade security, IBM z17 can help businesses accelerate innovation while maximizing the value of their infrastructure investments. As part of the IBM Ecosystem, Beta Systems is proud to collaborate with IBM to deliver solutions that help clients succeed and unlock new opportunities on IBM Z through AI, automation, and security.
- Niels von der Hude, Vice President Product, Beta Systems
Performance and operational efficiency are paramount as global businesses lean into AI and harness the transformative benefits it promises. With IBM’s z17 platform, IT teams have the capabilities to realize the true potential of their AI roadmap while maximizing productivity from the core system applications they rely on, such as Tone Software’s z/OS system management solutions.
Shirley Balarezo, President, Tone Software
Our partnership with IBM Z is anchored in a shared commitment to innovation, client success, and delivering tangible business value that continues to accelerate. As a valued member of the IBM Z Community, H&W Computer Systems is excited about how IBM z17 can help organizations accelerate AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and enhance operational resilience.
- Franklin Myers, Software Engineer, H&W Computer Systems
IBM z17 creates new opportunities for our mutual customers to advance their business transformation strategies while enabling LRS to further enhance our products’ capabilities. As part of the IBM Z Ecosystem, LRS is committed to enabling organizations to fully leverage the new capabilities of IBM z17 while maximizing the value of its output management solutions.
- Rebecca O’Connell, Director of Product Development, Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc.
PerfTechPro zAnalytics® is excited to announce first day support of the new IBM z17™ Telum II Processor™ midrange system, providing assistance to leverage AI while protecting critical data with uncompromising security. zAnalytics also offers cost effective CPM solutions which allow customers to exploit the full capabilities of this new IBM Z midrange platform.
- William P Hart, Vice President, Applied Performance Technologies
With our in-house OpenTelemetry (OTEL) capabilities, we’re closely aligned with IBM’s direction and are excited about the opportunity to innovate together.
- Barton Robinson, CEO
IBM z17 single-frame and rack-mount systems expand AI capabilities, strengthen security, and simplify operations for enterprise workloads. Combined with Cloud Compiling’s cloud-shifted compilation environment, they help mid-market enterprises maximize core processing power for the next era of enterprise AI, enabling faster innovation and greater business agility.
- Budd J Rutter II, Founder and CEO
“Bloombase is thrilled about the new IBM z/OS® 3.2 launch. Our long-term partnership with IBM helps enterprises secure their most critical data across all hybrid-cloud environments, from IBM Z to AI computing infrastructures and beyond.”
– Sean Xiang, CEO
“With z/OS 3.2, IBM is empowering partners like PKWARE to deliver intelligence-driven security where it matters most: at the heart of the enterprise’s most sensitive workloads.”
– Tait Hamiel, Chief Product Innovator
“In 2025, IBM is building on this legacy with z/OS 3.2 — an operating system release designed for hybrid cloud and AI, fully aligned with the new IBM z17. We are proud to partner with them in support of our mutual customers.”
– Margaret Crevar, Sr Software Manager
“At GFS Software, we are excited to welcome the arrival of IBM’s z/OS 3.2—a milestone that empowers innovation on the Z platform. From the very first day, our solutions will be fully optimized for this new release, enabling our clients to take full advantage of its capabilities while relying on our commitment to performance, security, and the intelligent management of their mission critical information.”
– Pedro Figueiroa, Director of International Contracts
“Global businesses relying on mainframe operations to drive their success must optimize every aspect of their z/OS environment. Tone Software applauds the ground-breaking z/OS 3.2 innovations that empower IT teams to meet this challenge, including key capabilities to unlock deeper data insights, modernize core applications, and leverage maximum productivity from solutions such as Tone’s z/OS system and output management technologies.”
– Shirley Balarezo, President
“Of course, IBM’s software kept pace with the hardware. This year, IBM is introducing z/OS 3.2—an operating system release designed to help modernize core applications, accelerate data insights, and simplify system management, all while maintaining the enterprise-grade security and performance for which IBM Z is known. Developers can now infuse intelligent automation directly into z/OS applications through an AI framework built into the OS, enabling real-time insights and predictive decision-making feats. ”
– Jerry Spencer, Senior Software Engineer
“Broadcom’s Day One support for z/OS 3.2 across our full mainframe software portfolio demonstrates our commitment to deliver trusted, enterprise-grade software that evolves in lockstep with the platform. We back this commitment with continued investment so customers can modernize on their own terms, seamlessly integrating the newest z/OS features. This allows them to harness the latest advances in AI, accelerate hybrid cloud integration, and strengthen cybersecurity.”
– George DeCandio Distinguished Engineer, CTO, Broadcom Mainframe Software
“At Cloud Compiling, we've always believed in pushing the boundaries of what's possible on IBM Z. With the arrival of z/OS 3.2, we're seeing a transformative leap—its AI-infused capabilities and hybrid cloud enhancements align perfectly with our mission to deliver seamless, cost-effective compiling solutions. This release doesn't just advance the IBM Z ecosystem—it empowers innovation at scale, and we're proud to be part of that journey.”
– Budd J. Rutter II, Founder and CEO
“The z/OS 3.2 builds on the impressive strengths of its predecessors, focusing on several exciting areas. In addition to being optimized for the latest IBM z17 mainframe, it will deliver enhanced AI and hybrid cloud capabilities by supporting various AI technologies and open-source frameworks, along with seamless hybrid cloud integration. It will improve cyber resiliency with advanced security features, including expanded quantum-safe encryption. And it will boost operational efficiency through AI and automation, including new enhancements in system management and the introduction of new automation tools. Its new features and updates are designed to support digital transformation, enhance security, and optimize mainframe environments.”
– Larry Lawler, Chief Technology Officer
z/OS 3.2 provides a highly securable and scalable platform for running mission-critical applications. We are ready for z/OS 3.2—support from day one, providing our customers the security and stability they expect. We participated in the Early Test Program and focused on full compatibility and smooth operation of our solutions with the new functions and APIs that impact our products, such as the improved availability of zCX components.”
- Niels von der Hude, Vice President Product Strategy & Development
Client testimonials
“21CS has experimented extensively with GenAI assistants and we are excited about the possibility of running large language models directly on IBM’s new z17™ system and the Spyre accelerator.”
- Eddy Ciliendo, CEO
"The next chapter of mainframe computing is here, and Broadcom is ready to help organizations seize the full potential of the z17—starting from Day One."
- George DeCandio Distinguished Engineer, CTO, Broadcom Mainframe Software
“We are excited about the launch of the new Z17 IBM system; it will adopt new Telum II chip for enhanced AI acceleration, giving the chance for a more native approach to AI within our vertical software platforms, generating significant outcomes and benefits for our customers.”
- Andrea Castiglioni, CTO
"The AI era demands unparalleled security for mission-critical applications. Bloombase's support for IBM z17 empowers organizations to navigate this evolving landscape, securing their data and workloads with advanced PQC encryption and deep learning-powered threat protection needed to thrive in an AI-driven world."
- Sean Xiang, CEO
PerfTechPro zAnalytics® is excited to announce first day support of the new IBM z17™ Telum II Processor™ midrange system, providing assistance to leverage AI while protecting critical data with uncompromising security. zAnalytics also offers cost effective CPM solutions which allow customers to exploit the full capabilities of this new IBM Z midrange platform.
- William P Hart, Vice President, Applied Performance Technologies
“The IBM z17 is the next generation of IBM processors, which have a long history, including the System 360, 370, 4300 series, and ES/9000 series. All these systems made their mark in IBM history, just like the Z series. Now, the IBM z17, with the Telum II processor and Spyre Accelerator, will bring the best of 21st-century technology with the expansion of Artificial Intelligence.”
- Robert Biggs, Expert Systems Engineer
“Having worked for years optimizing banking applications on IBM Z, I see IBM z17 as a major step forward. Its enhanced performance, AI-driven capabilities, and security innovations will enable financial institutions to modernize with confidence while maintaining the reliability they depend on.”
- Neetu WADIA, CMO & SVP Global Alliances
As a valued member of the IBM Z Community, Interchip is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 presents for organizations seeking to advance AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and strengthen operational resilience. Interchip’s RealTime Defrag provides a unique solution for z/OS installations enabling them to optimize their storage systems as they implement these goals.
- Alexander Buschmann, CTO, Interchip
Our collaboration with IBM Z continues to grow stronger, fueled by a shared vision for innovation, client success, and the delivery of meaningful business outcomes—momentum that continues to accelerate. As a valued member of the IBM Z Ecosystem, Informatica looks forward to helping enterprises maximize the value of IBM z17 and confidently accelerate their AI and data-driven transformation.
- Paul Hopkins, Director of Software Engineering, Informatica from Salesforce
“IBM z17 adds numerous enhancements to maintain the IBM Z platform at the forefront of high-performing secure computing. Action Software International looks forward to maximizing the manageability and auditability of z/OS on IBM z17 with its leading-edge systems management products eventACTION and ussACTION.”
- Peter Sharma, VP Marketing
“The interoperability of IBM mainframes with distributed systems will once again be raised to a new level with the z17. The integration of hardware accelerators, especially for AI applications, will take automation on the platform and for everyone interacting with the host to a new level. We are therefore delighted with the increase in efficiency and the simultaneous cost savings for our customers.”
- Falk Reichbott, CTO
“At ASPG, we’re ecstatic about the IBM z17 launch—a bold leap in mainframe innovation that perfectly supports our mission to enhance customer efficiency and modernization. The z17 empowers our customers to secure data and streamline operations with ease. The z17 is a true game-changer, and ASPG is proud to collaborate with IBM to help our customers unlock its full potential for efficiency, security, and innovation.”
- Greg Thomason, Product Manager
“For Adaptigent, IBM z17 reinforces the importance of what we do every day: helping clients activate trusted mainframe data, expose core business logic through modern APIs, connect legacy systems to hybrid environments, and orchestrate automation without unnecessary disruption. Together with IBM Z, Adaptigent helps clients modernize around the systems they rely on most while delivering secure, real-time, intelligent digital experiences.”
- Shawn Ryan, General Manager, Adaptigent
“IBM z17 brings new opportunities for our customers to advance their business transformation strategies, and BMC AMI solutions are designed to help them turn that potential into measurable results. With z17’s AI acceleration and enhanced security capabilities, our customers can get even more value from their investment in BMC AMI—driving efficiency, reducing risk, and unlocking new levels of agility across their core operations.”
- John McKenny, Senior Vice President & General Manager for Intelligent Z Optimization & Transformation
“Annually, we gather our largest mainframe clients to discuss the latest technological advancements and how their businesses will be impacted. For the last several years, AI capabilities have been the topic of choice but most recently the talk has shifted to security surrounding the use of AI tools and the ability to keep up with new threats. IBM has certainly been hearing the same because z17 has incorporated several security features that will help alleviate the cyber threats imposed with quantum computing and AI. As our clients embrace z17, we will be with them to ensure our software helps protect their customers from growing outside threats.”
- Steve Carrillo, VP of Support
"RES-It US has been partnering with IBM since 1994 and is proud to be part of the IBM Z ecosystem. IBM z17 is empowering businesses to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world, with cutting-edge AI, enhanced security, and unmatched efficiency all in one platform. By aligning our solutions with IBM's innovation, we continue to provide our customers with cutting-edge technologies that drive efficiency and resilience in mission-critical environments."
- Marco Passerini, Head of International Operations
Our partnership with IBM is founded on a shared commitment to innovation, client success, and delivering business outcomes that matter. As a proud member of the IBM Z Community, Software AG is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 creates for organizations seeking to accelerate AI adoption, modernize critical workloads, and strengthen operational resilience. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with IBM Z to help clients unlock new possibilities, drive transformation, and build a stronger foundation for long-term growth and innovation.
- Arno Theiss, General Manager, Software AG, A Software GmbH Brand
As part of the IBM Z Community, GFS is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 brings to organizations advancing AI, modernizing mission-critical workloads, and strengthening operational resilience. By leveraging z17’s embedded AI and processing power, we plan to make our data integration, automation, and quality control solutions even faster and smarter, ensuring secure, bottleneck-free processing of massive data directly at the operational core.
- Pedro Figueiroa, Director of International Contracts, GFS
Beta Systems and IBM share a longstanding commitment to helping customers build agile, future ready businesses. IBM z17 is more than a technology innovation—it is a catalyst for transforming how organizations approach AI, automation, and cybersecurity. By combining advanced AI capabilities, seamless automation, and enterprise-grade security, IBM z17 can help businesses accelerate innovation while maximizing the value of their infrastructure investments. As part of the IBM Ecosystem, Beta Systems is proud to collaborate with IBM to deliver solutions that help clients succeed and unlock new opportunities on IBM Z through AI, automation, and security.
- Niels von der Hude, Vice President Product, Beta Systems
Our engagement with IBM Z is grounded in a strong, shared commitment to innovation, client success, and the delivery of meaningful business outcomes—momentum that continues to accelerate. As a valued member of the IBM Z Ecosystem, Zellis is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 presents for organizations seeking to advance AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and build greater operational resilience.
- Kathie Hammond, Principal Engineering Manager, Zellis
Our partnership with IBM Z is built on a shared commitment to innovation, client success, and delivering real business outcomes in the financial sector—and that momentum continues to grow. As part of the IBM Z Ecosystem, PPI is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 brings to banks and payment providers looking to advance AI enabled fraud detection, modernize mission critical payment workloads, and strengthen the resilience of instant and high value transaction processing.
- Dr. Christian Friberg, Head of IBM Z Application Development, PPI
IBM z17™ creates new opportunities for our mutual customers to advance their business transformation strategies while enabling Sapiens to further enhance our application capabilities. As part of the IBM Z Ecosystem, Sapiens is committed to helping organizations leverage IBM z17™ to accelerate AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and strengthen operational resilience.
- Mordi Tzamit, VP & Head of eMerge Unit, Sapiens
Our partnership with IBM is built on a shared commitment to customer success. IBM z17 represents an exciting advancement that can help organizations accelerate innovation, simplify operations, and strengthen security. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with IBM and helping customers unlock new opportunities through AI, automation, and enterprise transformation.
- Brian Hawley, President, Luminex
“IBM Z17’s capability to automate complex processes is transforming how our shared customers operate, enhancing productivity, and empowering them to focus on what matters most: innovation and growth.”
- Greg Matthews, COO
At Izzi Software, we have spent decades helping organizations get the most out of IBM Z — and the launch of the IBM z17 has made us more energized than ever. Powered by the Telum II processor and the Spyre AI accelerator, it brings enterprise-grade AI directly into the heart of the mainframe… Izzi Software is proud to be part of an ecosystem that continues to push the boundaries of enterprise computing, and we look forward to helping our customers unlock everything the IBM z17 has to offer.
- Stephen Nelson, SVP of Operations, Izzi Software
“The IBM z17's advanced AI capabilities, driving powerful automation of complex processes, are revolutionizing our shared customers' operations. This leap in productivity, fueled by intelligent automation, empowers them to focus on innovation and sustainable growth. We are excited to support our mutual customers as they leverage the z17's AI-powered potential.”
- Dejan Cepetic, Mainframe Team Leader
Infor’s partnership with IBM Z is built on a deep, shared commitment to innovation, client success, and the delivery of outcomes that truly matter — and that momentum has never been stronger. As a proud member of the IBM Z Ecosystem, we welcome the arrival of IBM z17 with great excitement, seeing in it a defining opportunity for organizations to advance AI adoption, modernize their most critical workloads, and strengthen the operational resilience that underpins long-term success.
- Chris Gray, Product Manager, Infor
“The IBM Z17 is set to transform how our shared customers operate by streamlining complex processes, enhancing productivity, and allowing them to focus on what truly drives success: innovation and growth. I’m excited for the next generation of mainframers that will leverage this powerful technology to address real-world challenges that matter.”
- Kari Nagle, Director
“As global mainframe environments increase workloads to drive business growth, the IBM z17 with the Telum II processor delivers unprecedented opportunity for innovation along with improved performance and efficiency. Leveraging the new z17 platform, IT teams will gain maximum ROI from new AI driven technologies, as well as core solutions, such as Tone’s JES Spool management, STEPLIB management, and Host Output Transformation and E-Delivery solutions.”
- Shirley Balarezo, President
Pairing the new IBM z17 mid-range with Crawford Technologies’ solutions delivers the secure, scalable, and dependable platform that mission-critical workloads demand. By deepening our strong partnership with IBM, we’re empowering customers with the world’s fastest and most accurate document transformation, output management, and document accessibility solutions to thrive and lead in today’s digital economy.
- Ernie Crawford, President & CEO, Crawford Technologies
Capgemini and IBM share a longstanding commitment to helping customers build agile, future-ready businesses. IBM z17 is more than a technology innovation—it is a catalyst for transforming how organizations approach AI, automation, and cybersecurity. By combining advanced AI capabilities, seamless automation, and enterprise-grade security, IBM z17 can help businesses accelerate innovation while maximizing the value of their infrastructure investments.
As part of the IBM Ecosystem, Capgemini is proud to collaborate with IBM to deliver solutions that help clients succeed and unlock new opportunities on IBM Z through AI, automation, and security.
- Nidhi Mehta, Senior Manager, Capgemini
At BankNet, we see organizations increasingly looking to combine innovation with operational excellence. The launch of IBM z17 is an important milestone, bringing enhanced AI, automation, security, and resilience capabilities to the IBM Z platform. As an embedded software provider focused on z/OS performance and operational insight, we are excited by the opportunities IBM z17 creates for customers to gain greater value from their mission-critical environments while continuing to rely on the scalability, availability, and trust that define IBM Z.
- Jim Allum, Chief Technology Advisor, Banknet
Our work with IBM Z is rooted in a shared commitment to innovation, client success, delivering meaningful business outcomes, and continues to grow. As a proud member of the IBM Z Community, Primeur is excited about the possibilities IBM z17™ unlocks for organizations looking to accelerate AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and enhance operational resilience.
- Stefano Musso, CEO, Primeur
IBM z17 represents a major milestone in the advancement of enterprise AI and the mainframe. SDS is excited about the innovation and opportunity it brings to the broader ecosystem and the value it will help deliver to customers.
- Josh Lampi, President, Software Diversified Services
“The IBM z17 strengthens PKWARE’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge cybersecurity and DevSecOps solutions. With the state-of-the-art AI capabilities, advanced cryptographic features, and seamless hybrid cloud integration of the z17, PKWARE is positioned to accelerate innovation, automate security at every stage of development, and drive unparalleled efficiency in secure coding, testing, and deployment. The z17 is not just an upgrade—it’s a catalyst for a new era of secure, intelligent, and adaptive technology. Our dedication to this evolution is unwavering, and PKWARE is poised to lead the future of cybersecurity with the power of the z17 at its back.”
- Tait Hamiel, Chief Product Innovator
Our partnership with IBM Z is anchored in a shared commitment to innovation, client success, and delivering tangible business value that continues to accelerate. As a valued member of the IBM Z Community, H&W Computer Systems is excited about how IBM z17 can help organizations accelerate AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and enhance operational resilience.
- Franklin Myers, Software Engineer, H&W Computer Systems
IBM z17 creates new opportunities for our mutual customers to advance their business transformation strategies while enabling LRS to further enhance our products’ capabilities. As part of the IBM Z Ecosystem, LRS is committed to enabling organizations to fully leverage the new capabilities of IBM z17 while maximizing the value of its output management solutions.
- Rebecca O’Connell, Director of Product Development, Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc.
With our in-house OpenTelemetry (OTEL) capabilities, we’re closely aligned with IBM’s direction and are excited about the opportunity to innovate together.
- Barton Robinson, CEO
IBM z17 single-frame and rack-mount systems expand AI capabilities, strengthen security, and simplify operations for enterprise workloads. Combined with Cloud Compiling’s cloud-shifted compilation environment, they help mid-market enterprises maximize core processing power for the next era of enterprise AI, enabling faster innovation and greater business agility.
- Budd J Rutter II, Founder and CEO
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“For Adaptigent, IBM z17 reinforces the importance of what we do every day: helping clients activate trusted mainframe data, expose core business logic through modern APIs, connect legacy systems to hybrid environments, and orchestrate automation without unnecessary disruption. Together with IBM Z, Adaptigent helps clients modernize around the systems they rely on most while delivering secure, real-time, intelligent digital experiences.”
- Shawn Ryan, General Manager, Adaptigent
Our partnership with IBM is built on a shared commitment to customer success. IBM z17 represents an exciting advancement that can help organizations accelerate innovation, simplify operations, and strengthen security. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with IBM and helping customers unlock new opportunities through AI, automation, and enterprise transformation.
- Brian Hawley, President, Luminex
At BankNet, we see organizations increasingly looking to combine innovation with operational excellence. The launch of IBM z17 is an important milestone, bringing enhanced AI, automation, security, and resilience capabilities to the IBM Z platform. As an embedded software provider focused on z/OS performance and operational insight, we are excited by the opportunities IBM z17 creates for customers to gain greater value from their mission-critical environments while continuing to rely on the scalability, availability, and trust that define IBM Z.
- Jim Allum, Chief Technology Advisor, Banknet
Infor’s partnership with IBM Z is built on a deep, shared commitment to innovation, client success, and the delivery of outcomes that truly matter — and that momentum has never been stronger. As a proud member of the IBM Z Ecosystem, we welcome the arrival of IBM z17 with great excitement, seeing in it a defining opportunity for organizations to advance AI adoption, modernize their most critical workloads, and strengthen the operational resilience that underpins long-term success.
- Chris Gray, Product Manager, Infor
IBM z17™ creates new opportunities for our mutual customers to advance their business transformation strategies while enabling Sapiens to further enhance our application capabilities. As part of the IBM Z Ecosystem, Sapiens is committed to helping organizations leverage IBM z17™ to accelerate AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and strengthen operational resilience.
- Mordi Tzamit, VP & Head of eMerge Unit, Sapiens
At Izzi Software, we have spent decades helping organizations get the most out of IBM Z — and the launch of the IBM z17 has made us more energized than ever. Powered by the Telum II processor and the Spyre AI accelerator, it brings enterprise-grade AI directly into the heart of the mainframe… Izzi Software is proud to be part of an ecosystem that continues to push the boundaries of enterprise computing, and we look forward to helping our customers unlock everything the IBM z17 has to offer.
- Stephen Nelson, SVP of Operations, Izzi Software
Our engagement with IBM Z is grounded in a strong, shared commitment to innovation, client success, and the delivery of meaningful business outcomes—momentum that continues to accelerate. As a valued member of the IBM Z Ecosystem, Zellis is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 presents for organizations seeking to advance AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and build greater operational resilience.
Kathie Hammond, Principal Engineering Manager, Zellis
As part of the IBM Z Community, GFS is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 brings to organizations advancing AI, modernizing mission-critical workloads, and strengthening operational resilience. By leveraging z17’s embedded AI and processing power, we plan to make our data integration, automation, and quality control solutions even faster and smarter, ensuring secure, bottleneck-free processing of massive data directly at the operational core.
- Pedro Figueiroa, Director of International Contracts, GFS
Our work with IBM Z is rooted in a shared commitment to innovation, client success, delivering meaningful business outcomes, and continues to grow. As a proud member of the IBM Z Community, Primeur is excited about the possibilities IBM z17™ unlocks for organizations looking to accelerate AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and enhance operational resilience.
- Stefano Musso, CEO, Primeur
IBM z17 represents a major milestone in the advancement of enterprise AI and the mainframe. SDS is excited about the innovation and opportunity it brings to the broader ecosystem and the value it will help deliver to customers.
- Josh Lampi, President, Software Diversified Services
Our partnership with IBM Z is built on a shared commitment to innovation, client success, and delivering real business outcomes in the financial sector—and that momentum continues to grow. As part of the IBM Z Ecosystem, PPI is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 brings to banks and payment providers looking to advance AI enabled fraud detection, modernize mission critical payment workloads, and strengthen the resilience of instant and high value transaction processing.
- Dr. Christian Friberg, Head of IBM Z Application Development, PPI
Our collaboration with IBM Z continues to grow stronger, fueled by a shared vision for innovation, client success, and the delivery of meaningful business outcomes—momentum that continues to accelerate. As a valued member of the IBM Z Ecosystem, Informatica looks forward to helping enterprises maximize the value of IBM z17 and confidently accelerate their AI and data-driven transformation.
- Paul Hopkins, Director of Software Engineering, Informatica from Salesforce
As a valued member of the IBM Z Community, Interchip is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 presents for organizations seeking to advance AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and strengthen operational resilience. Interchip’s RealTime Defrag provides a unique solution for z/OS installations enabling them to optimize their storage systems as they implement these goals.
- Alexander Buschmann, CTO, Interchip
Capgemini and IBM share a longstanding commitment to helping customers build agile, future-ready businesses. IBM z17 is more than a technology innovation—it is a catalyst for transforming how organizations approach AI, automation, and cybersecurity. By combining advanced AI capabilities, seamless automation, and enterprise-grade security, IBM z17 can help businesses accelerate innovation while maximizing the value of their infrastructure investments.
As part of the IBM Ecosystem, Capgemini is proud to collaborate with IBM to deliver solutions that help clients succeed and unlock new opportunities on IBM Z through AI, automation, and security.
- Nidhi Mehta, Senior Manager, Capgemini
Our partnership with IBM is founded on a shared commitment to innovation, client success, and delivering business outcomes that matter. As a proud member of the IBM Z Community, Software AG is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 creates for organizations seeking to accelerate AI adoption, modernize critical workloads, and strengthen operational resilience. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with IBM Z to help clients unlock new possibilities, drive transformation, and build a stronger foundation for long-term growth and innovation.
- Arno Theiss, General Manager, Software AG, A Software GmbH Brand
Pairing the new IBM z17 mid-range with Crawford Technologies’ solutions delivers the secure, scalable, and dependable platform that mission-critical workloads demand. By deepening our strong partnership with IBM, we’re empowering customers with the world’s fastest and most accurate document transformation, output management, and document accessibility solutions to thrive and lead in today’s digital economy.
- Ernie Crawford, President & CEO, Crawford Technologies
Beta Systems and IBM share a longstanding commitment to helping customers build agile, future ready businesses. IBM z17 is more than a technology innovation—it is a catalyst for transforming how organizations approach AI, automation, and cybersecurity. By combining advanced AI capabilities, seamless automation, and enterprise-grade security, IBM z17 can help businesses accelerate innovation while maximizing the value of their infrastructure investments. As part of the IBM Ecosystem, Beta Systems is proud to collaborate with IBM to deliver solutions that help clients succeed and unlock new opportunities on IBM Z through AI, automation, and security.
- Niels von der Hude, Vice President Product, Beta Systems
Performance and operational efficiency are paramount as global businesses lean into AI and harness the transformative benefits it promises. With IBM’s z17 platform, IT teams have the capabilities to realize the true potential of their AI roadmap while maximizing productivity from the core system applications they rely on, such as Tone Software’s z/OS system management solutions.
Shirley Balarezo, President, Tone Software
Our partnership with IBM Z is anchored in a shared commitment to innovation, client success, and delivering tangible business value that continues to accelerate. As a valued member of the IBM Z Community, H&W Computer Systems is excited about how IBM z17 can help organizations accelerate AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and enhance operational resilience.
- Franklin Myers, Software Engineer, H&W Computer Systems
IBM z17 creates new opportunities for our mutual customers to advance their business transformation strategies while enabling LRS to further enhance our products’ capabilities. As part of the IBM Z Ecosystem, LRS is committed to enabling organizations to fully leverage the new capabilities of IBM z17 while maximizing the value of its output management solutions.
- Rebecca O’Connell, Director of Product Development, Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc.
PerfTechPro zAnalytics® is excited to announce first day support of the new IBM z17™ Telum II Processor™ midrange system, providing assistance to leverage AI while protecting critical data with uncompromising security. zAnalytics also offers cost effective CPM solutions which allow customers to exploit the full capabilities of this new IBM Z midrange platform.
- William P Hart, Vice President, Applied Performance Technologies
With our in-house OpenTelemetry (OTEL) capabilities, we’re closely aligned with IBM’s direction and are excited about the opportunity to innovate together.
- Barton Robinson, CEO
IBM z17 single-frame and rack-mount systems expand AI capabilities, strengthen security, and simplify operations for enterprise workloads. Combined with Cloud Compiling’s cloud-shifted compilation environment, they help mid-market enterprises maximize core processing power for the next era of enterprise AI, enabling faster innovation and greater business agility.
- Budd J Rutter II, Founder and CEO
“Bloombase is thrilled about the new IBM z/OS® 3.2 launch. Our long-term partnership with IBM helps enterprises secure their most critical data across all hybrid-cloud environments, from IBM Z to AI computing infrastructures and beyond.”
– Sean Xiang, CEO
“With z/OS 3.2, IBM is empowering partners like PKWARE to deliver intelligence-driven security where it matters most: at the heart of the enterprise’s most sensitive workloads.”
– Tait Hamiel, Chief Product Innovator
“In 2025, IBM is building on this legacy with z/OS 3.2 — an operating system release designed for hybrid cloud and AI, fully aligned with the new IBM z17. We are proud to partner with them in support of our mutual customers.”
– Margaret Crevar, Sr Software Manager
“At GFS Software, we are excited to welcome the arrival of IBM’s z/OS 3.2—a milestone that empowers innovation on the Z platform. From the very first day, our solutions will be fully optimized for this new release, enabling our clients to take full advantage of its capabilities while relying on our commitment to performance, security, and the intelligent management of their mission critical information.”
– Pedro Figueiroa, Director of International Contracts
“Global businesses relying on mainframe operations to drive their success must optimize every aspect of their z/OS environment. Tone Software applauds the ground-breaking z/OS 3.2 innovations that empower IT teams to meet this challenge, including key capabilities to unlock deeper data insights, modernize core applications, and leverage maximum productivity from solutions such as Tone’s z/OS system and output management technologies.”
– Shirley Balarezo, President
“Of course, IBM’s software kept pace with the hardware. This year, IBM is introducing z/OS 3.2—an operating system release designed to help modernize core applications, accelerate data insights, and simplify system management, all while maintaining the enterprise-grade security and performance for which IBM Z is known. Developers can now infuse intelligent automation directly into z/OS applications through an AI framework built into the OS, enabling real-time insights and predictive decision-making feats. ”
– Jerry Spencer, Senior Software Engineer
“Broadcom’s Day One support for z/OS 3.2 across our full mainframe software portfolio demonstrates our commitment to deliver trusted, enterprise-grade software that evolves in lockstep with the platform. We back this commitment with continued investment so customers can modernize on their own terms, seamlessly integrating the newest z/OS features. This allows them to harness the latest advances in AI, accelerate hybrid cloud integration, and strengthen cybersecurity.”
– George DeCandio Distinguished Engineer, CTO, Broadcom Mainframe Software
“At Cloud Compiling, we've always believed in pushing the boundaries of what's possible on IBM Z. With the arrival of z/OS 3.2, we're seeing a transformative leap—its AI-infused capabilities and hybrid cloud enhancements align perfectly with our mission to deliver seamless, cost-effective compiling solutions. This release doesn't just advance the IBM Z ecosystem—it empowers innovation at scale, and we're proud to be part of that journey.”
– Budd J. Rutter II, Founder and CEO
“The z/OS 3.2 builds on the impressive strengths of its predecessors, focusing on several exciting areas. In addition to being optimized for the latest IBM z17 mainframe, it will deliver enhanced AI and hybrid cloud capabilities by supporting various AI technologies and open-source frameworks, along with seamless hybrid cloud integration. It will improve cyber resiliency with advanced security features, including expanded quantum-safe encryption. And it will boost operational efficiency through AI and automation, including new enhancements in system management and the introduction of new automation tools. Its new features and updates are designed to support digital transformation, enhance security, and optimize mainframe environments.”
– Larry Lawler, Chief Technology Officer
z/OS 3.2 provides a highly securable and scalable platform for running mission-critical applications. We are ready for z/OS 3.2—support from day one, providing our customers the security and stability they expect. We participated in the Early Test Program and focused on full compatibility and smooth operation of our solutions with the new functions and APIs that impact our products, such as the improved availability of zCX components.”
- Niels von der Hude, Vice President Product Strategy & Development
Client testimonials
“21CS has experimented extensively with GenAI assistants and we are excited about the possibility of running large language models directly on IBM’s new z17™ system and the Spyre accelerator.”
- Eddy Ciliendo, CEO
"The next chapter of mainframe computing is here, and Broadcom is ready to help organizations seize the full potential of the z17—starting from Day One."
- George DeCandio Distinguished Engineer, CTO, Broadcom Mainframe Software
“We are excited about the launch of the new Z17 IBM system; it will adopt new Telum II chip for enhanced AI acceleration, giving the chance for a more native approach to AI within our vertical software platforms, generating significant outcomes and benefits for our customers.”
- Andrea Castiglioni, CTO
"The AI era demands unparalleled security for mission-critical applications. Bloombase's support for IBM z17 empowers organizations to navigate this evolving landscape, securing their data and workloads with advanced PQC encryption and deep learning-powered threat protection needed to thrive in an AI-driven world."
- Sean Xiang, CEO
PerfTechPro zAnalytics® is excited to announce first day support of the new IBM z17™ Telum II Processor™ midrange system, providing assistance to leverage AI while protecting critical data with uncompromising security. zAnalytics also offers cost effective CPM solutions which allow customers to exploit the full capabilities of this new IBM Z midrange platform.
- William P Hart, Vice President, Applied Performance Technologies
“The IBM z17 is the next generation of IBM processors, which have a long history, including the System 360, 370, 4300 series, and ES/9000 series. All these systems made their mark in IBM history, just like the Z series. Now, the IBM z17, with the Telum II processor and Spyre Accelerator, will bring the best of 21st-century technology with the expansion of Artificial Intelligence.”
- Robert Biggs, Expert Systems Engineer
“Having worked for years optimizing banking applications on IBM Z, I see IBM z17 as a major step forward. Its enhanced performance, AI-driven capabilities, and security innovations will enable financial institutions to modernize with confidence while maintaining the reliability they depend on.”
- Neetu WADIA, CMO & SVP Global Alliances
As a valued member of the IBM Z Community, Interchip is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 presents for organizations seeking to advance AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and strengthen operational resilience. Interchip’s RealTime Defrag provides a unique solution for z/OS installations enabling them to optimize their storage systems as they implement these goals.
- Alexander Buschmann, CTO, Interchip
Our collaboration with IBM Z continues to grow stronger, fueled by a shared vision for innovation, client success, and the delivery of meaningful business outcomes—momentum that continues to accelerate. As a valued member of the IBM Z Ecosystem, Informatica looks forward to helping enterprises maximize the value of IBM z17 and confidently accelerate their AI and data-driven transformation.
- Paul Hopkins, Director of Software Engineering, Informatica from Salesforce
“IBM z17 adds numerous enhancements to maintain the IBM Z platform at the forefront of high-performing secure computing. Action Software International looks forward to maximizing the manageability and auditability of z/OS on IBM z17 with its leading-edge systems management products eventACTION and ussACTION.”
- Peter Sharma, VP Marketing
“The interoperability of IBM mainframes with distributed systems will once again be raised to a new level with the z17. The integration of hardware accelerators, especially for AI applications, will take automation on the platform and for everyone interacting with the host to a new level. We are therefore delighted with the increase in efficiency and the simultaneous cost savings for our customers.”
- Falk Reichbott, CTO
“At ASPG, we’re ecstatic about the IBM z17 launch—a bold leap in mainframe innovation that perfectly supports our mission to enhance customer efficiency and modernization. The z17 empowers our customers to secure data and streamline operations with ease. The z17 is a true game-changer, and ASPG is proud to collaborate with IBM to help our customers unlock its full potential for efficiency, security, and innovation.”
- Greg Thomason, Product Manager
“For Adaptigent, IBM z17 reinforces the importance of what we do every day: helping clients activate trusted mainframe data, expose core business logic through modern APIs, connect legacy systems to hybrid environments, and orchestrate automation without unnecessary disruption. Together with IBM Z, Adaptigent helps clients modernize around the systems they rely on most while delivering secure, real-time, intelligent digital experiences.”
- Shawn Ryan, General Manager, Adaptigent
“IBM z17 brings new opportunities for our customers to advance their business transformation strategies, and BMC AMI solutions are designed to help them turn that potential into measurable results. With z17’s AI acceleration and enhanced security capabilities, our customers can get even more value from their investment in BMC AMI—driving efficiency, reducing risk, and unlocking new levels of agility across their core operations.”
- John McKenny, Senior Vice President & General Manager for Intelligent Z Optimization & Transformation
“Annually, we gather our largest mainframe clients to discuss the latest technological advancements and how their businesses will be impacted. For the last several years, AI capabilities have been the topic of choice but most recently the talk has shifted to security surrounding the use of AI tools and the ability to keep up with new threats. IBM has certainly been hearing the same because z17 has incorporated several security features that will help alleviate the cyber threats imposed with quantum computing and AI. As our clients embrace z17, we will be with them to ensure our software helps protect their customers from growing outside threats.”
- Steve Carrillo, VP of Support
"RES-It US has been partnering with IBM since 1994 and is proud to be part of the IBM Z ecosystem. IBM z17 is empowering businesses to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world, with cutting-edge AI, enhanced security, and unmatched efficiency all in one platform. By aligning our solutions with IBM's innovation, we continue to provide our customers with cutting-edge technologies that drive efficiency and resilience in mission-critical environments."
- Marco Passerini, Head of International Operations
Our partnership with IBM is founded on a shared commitment to innovation, client success, and delivering business outcomes that matter. As a proud member of the IBM Z Community, Software AG is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 creates for organizations seeking to accelerate AI adoption, modernize critical workloads, and strengthen operational resilience. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with IBM Z to help clients unlock new possibilities, drive transformation, and build a stronger foundation for long-term growth and innovation.
- Arno Theiss, General Manager, Software AG, A Software GmbH Brand
As part of the IBM Z Community, GFS is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 brings to organizations advancing AI, modernizing mission-critical workloads, and strengthening operational resilience. By leveraging z17’s embedded AI and processing power, we plan to make our data integration, automation, and quality control solutions even faster and smarter, ensuring secure, bottleneck-free processing of massive data directly at the operational core.
- Pedro Figueiroa, Director of International Contracts, GFS
Beta Systems and IBM share a longstanding commitment to helping customers build agile, future ready businesses. IBM z17 is more than a technology innovation—it is a catalyst for transforming how organizations approach AI, automation, and cybersecurity. By combining advanced AI capabilities, seamless automation, and enterprise-grade security, IBM z17 can help businesses accelerate innovation while maximizing the value of their infrastructure investments. As part of the IBM Ecosystem, Beta Systems is proud to collaborate with IBM to deliver solutions that help clients succeed and unlock new opportunities on IBM Z through AI, automation, and security.
- Niels von der Hude, Vice President Product, Beta Systems
Our engagement with IBM Z is grounded in a strong, shared commitment to innovation, client success, and the delivery of meaningful business outcomes—momentum that continues to accelerate. As a valued member of the IBM Z Ecosystem, Zellis is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 presents for organizations seeking to advance AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and build greater operational resilience.
- Kathie Hammond, Principal Engineering Manager, Zellis
Our partnership with IBM Z is built on a shared commitment to innovation, client success, and delivering real business outcomes in the financial sector—and that momentum continues to grow. As part of the IBM Z Ecosystem, PPI is excited about the opportunities IBM z17 brings to banks and payment providers looking to advance AI enabled fraud detection, modernize mission critical payment workloads, and strengthen the resilience of instant and high value transaction processing.
- Dr. Christian Friberg, Head of IBM Z Application Development, PPI
IBM z17™ creates new opportunities for our mutual customers to advance their business transformation strategies while enabling Sapiens to further enhance our application capabilities. As part of the IBM Z Ecosystem, Sapiens is committed to helping organizations leverage IBM z17™ to accelerate AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and strengthen operational resilience.
- Mordi Tzamit, VP & Head of eMerge Unit, Sapiens
Our partnership with IBM is built on a shared commitment to customer success. IBM z17 represents an exciting advancement that can help organizations accelerate innovation, simplify operations, and strengthen security. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with IBM and helping customers unlock new opportunities through AI, automation, and enterprise transformation.
- Brian Hawley, President, Luminex
“IBM Z17’s capability to automate complex processes is transforming how our shared customers operate, enhancing productivity, and empowering them to focus on what matters most: innovation and growth.”
- Greg Matthews, COO
At Izzi Software, we have spent decades helping organizations get the most out of IBM Z — and the launch of the IBM z17 has made us more energized than ever. Powered by the Telum II processor and the Spyre AI accelerator, it brings enterprise-grade AI directly into the heart of the mainframe… Izzi Software is proud to be part of an ecosystem that continues to push the boundaries of enterprise computing, and we look forward to helping our customers unlock everything the IBM z17 has to offer.
- Stephen Nelson, SVP of Operations, Izzi Software
“The IBM z17's advanced AI capabilities, driving powerful automation of complex processes, are revolutionizing our shared customers' operations. This leap in productivity, fueled by intelligent automation, empowers them to focus on innovation and sustainable growth. We are excited to support our mutual customers as they leverage the z17's AI-powered potential.”
- Dejan Cepetic, Mainframe Team Leader
Infor’s partnership with IBM Z is built on a deep, shared commitment to innovation, client success, and the delivery of outcomes that truly matter — and that momentum has never been stronger. As a proud member of the IBM Z Ecosystem, we welcome the arrival of IBM z17 with great excitement, seeing in it a defining opportunity for organizations to advance AI adoption, modernize their most critical workloads, and strengthen the operational resilience that underpins long-term success.
- Chris Gray, Product Manager, Infor
“The IBM Z17 is set to transform how our shared customers operate by streamlining complex processes, enhancing productivity, and allowing them to focus on what truly drives success: innovation and growth. I’m excited for the next generation of mainframers that will leverage this powerful technology to address real-world challenges that matter.”
- Kari Nagle, Director
“As global mainframe environments increase workloads to drive business growth, the IBM z17 with the Telum II processor delivers unprecedented opportunity for innovation along with improved performance and efficiency. Leveraging the new z17 platform, IT teams will gain maximum ROI from new AI driven technologies, as well as core solutions, such as Tone’s JES Spool management, STEPLIB management, and Host Output Transformation and E-Delivery solutions.”
- Shirley Balarezo, President
Pairing the new IBM z17 mid-range with Crawford Technologies’ solutions delivers the secure, scalable, and dependable platform that mission-critical workloads demand. By deepening our strong partnership with IBM, we’re empowering customers with the world’s fastest and most accurate document transformation, output management, and document accessibility solutions to thrive and lead in today’s digital economy.
- Ernie Crawford, President & CEO, Crawford Technologies
Capgemini and IBM share a longstanding commitment to helping customers build agile, future-ready businesses. IBM z17 is more than a technology innovation—it is a catalyst for transforming how organizations approach AI, automation, and cybersecurity. By combining advanced AI capabilities, seamless automation, and enterprise-grade security, IBM z17 can help businesses accelerate innovation while maximizing the value of their infrastructure investments.
As part of the IBM Ecosystem, Capgemini is proud to collaborate with IBM to deliver solutions that help clients succeed and unlock new opportunities on IBM Z through AI, automation, and security.
- Nidhi Mehta, Senior Manager, Capgemini
At BankNet, we see organizations increasingly looking to combine innovation with operational excellence. The launch of IBM z17 is an important milestone, bringing enhanced AI, automation, security, and resilience capabilities to the IBM Z platform. As an embedded software provider focused on z/OS performance and operational insight, we are excited by the opportunities IBM z17 creates for customers to gain greater value from their mission-critical environments while continuing to rely on the scalability, availability, and trust that define IBM Z.
- Jim Allum, Chief Technology Advisor, Banknet
Our work with IBM Z is rooted in a shared commitment to innovation, client success, delivering meaningful business outcomes, and continues to grow. As a proud member of the IBM Z Community, Primeur is excited about the possibilities IBM z17™ unlocks for organizations looking to accelerate AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and enhance operational resilience.
- Stefano Musso, CEO, Primeur
IBM z17 represents a major milestone in the advancement of enterprise AI and the mainframe. SDS is excited about the innovation and opportunity it brings to the broader ecosystem and the value it will help deliver to customers.
- Josh Lampi, President, Software Diversified Services
“The IBM z17 strengthens PKWARE’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge cybersecurity and DevSecOps solutions. With the state-of-the-art AI capabilities, advanced cryptographic features, and seamless hybrid cloud integration of the z17, PKWARE is positioned to accelerate innovation, automate security at every stage of development, and drive unparalleled efficiency in secure coding, testing, and deployment. The z17 is not just an upgrade—it’s a catalyst for a new era of secure, intelligent, and adaptive technology. Our dedication to this evolution is unwavering, and PKWARE is poised to lead the future of cybersecurity with the power of the z17 at its back.”
- Tait Hamiel, Chief Product Innovator
Our partnership with IBM Z is anchored in a shared commitment to innovation, client success, and delivering tangible business value that continues to accelerate. As a valued member of the IBM Z Community, H&W Computer Systems is excited about how IBM z17 can help organizations accelerate AI adoption, modernize mission-critical workloads, and enhance operational resilience.
- Franklin Myers, Software Engineer, H&W Computer Systems
IBM z17 creates new opportunities for our mutual customers to advance their business transformation strategies while enabling LRS to further enhance our products’ capabilities. As part of the IBM Z Ecosystem, LRS is committed to enabling organizations to fully leverage the new capabilities of IBM z17 while maximizing the value of its output management solutions.
- Rebecca O’Connell, Director of Product Development, Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc.
With our in-house OpenTelemetry (OTEL) capabilities, we’re closely aligned with IBM’s direction and are excited about the opportunity to innovate together.
- Barton Robinson, CEO
IBM z17 single-frame and rack-mount systems expand AI capabilities, strengthen security, and simplify operations for enterprise workloads. Combined with Cloud Compiling’s cloud-shifted compilation environment, they help mid-market enterprises maximize core processing power for the next era of enterprise AI, enabling faster innovation and greater business agility.
- Budd J Rutter II, Founder and CEO
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