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Modernization plans can and do succeed with the right strategy, focus, and a solid stable of specialized tech talent with the skills to drive it forward. We recently found an article from Information Week that makes the argument that skills-based hiring can be the best way to build that specialized stable of talent.
If you're in the market for advanced code analysis capabilities, and you manage IBM enterprise system running COBOL, RPG, or CA 2E (Synon), take a look at the streaming version of our webinar CM evolveIT for IBM i with VS Code and Git held early in November.
The next CA Communities webcast is scheduled for later in January, so look for more on that in the coming days.
If you have a custom application developed in CA 2E (Synon) or CA Plex, and want to extend your current dev team, take a look at our Managed Application Services on our solutions page.
More down below.
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Heads Up Cracking the Code for Skills-Based Hiring
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In spite of recent tech-sector layoffs, many corporations and government organizations are short the talent they need to adequately maintain and modernize their enterprise systems. Add in the "Great Reshuffle" and remote work challenges, and we have a complicated tech talent market to work with.
Too meet these challenges, many smart companies are taking a look at skills-based approaches to hiring, looking beyond the common college degree-requirement.
The skills-based approach has challenges of it's own, but with the right processes in place, it can be your ace in the hole.
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Video Watch: "CM evolveIT for IBM i with VS Code and Git"
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Get your virtual seat for the CM evolveIT for IBM i webinar, including COBOL, RPG, CA 2E (Synon) and much more. You will see advanced code analysis capabilities that go far beyond what has been previously available, including VS Code and Git Integration.
CM evolveIT is an advanced application static analysis technology used for modernization and maintenance of Legacy IBM i Midrange Applications: COBOL, RPG, CA 2E(Synon), CA Plex, LANSA, and Java applications.
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ICYMI Video Watch: CA 2E (SYNON) and CA Plex 2022 Fall Update
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A streamlined (lightly edited) version of the October 19th community webcast is now available to stream on YouTube. Catch up on what you missed, or review key highlights from the webcast.
Early in the broadcast, Roger Griffith discussed new developments regarding the Spring 2023 Conference, to be held May 8-10 in Boca Raton Florida. The usual two Lightning Talks followed.
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Survey COMMON NAViGATE St. Louis Survey Results
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We encountered a diverse group of IBM i and AS/400 tech execs at COMMON NAViGATE 2022 in St. Louis, and many took a few minutes to fill out our survey asking which technologies they use to manage their enterprise systems, including database, software, devops, and analytic software.
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Broadcom Announcement ICYMI: Announcement for Plex Windows 11 Certification
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Broadcom has announced that Plex has been officially certified against Windows 11. For links and the latest updated compatibility matrix, click the link below.
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Broadcom Support Many enterprises struggle with obtaining Broadcom support for their CA 2E (Synon, COOL:2E) or CA Plex systems. Lets us help you out.
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- Working with an older unsupported release?
- Upgrading your IBM OS and worried that everything will continue to operate?
- Under the shadow of lapsed Broadcom maintenance?
- Experiencing difficulty renewing due to contract size or length?
- Finding it tough to get the answers you need, when you need them?
CM First can help you get back on track and bring you peace of mind.
We can get you back on Broadcom support or provide different options for you based on your needs. We specialize in all sizes of customers.
Why CM First?
Our people know CA 2E and Plex Cold. Many of our engineers worked at Synon, CA Technologies and Broadcom, and developed the very products you use. We help you navigate the Broadcom options.
Next Steps
Our simple three-step process will get you on the right track.
- Fill out our 2-minute form
- Schedule a 15-minute phone conference
- When you receive our one-page proposal – sign and send, and that’s it.
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Video IBM Enterprise Impact Analysis Using VS Code
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Are you struggling to comprehend how data and business rules flow through your IBM enterprise systems?
You are not alone.
Many engineers are stuck using outdated technologies to analyze code that are tedious and time-consuming. In this webinar, we will show you how a modern, rich, browser-based technology integrated with VS Code and Gitlab can make short work of your Z analysis tasks in an intuitive and graphical way. |
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Video CM evolveIT for IBM i
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| In our recorded webinar “CM evolveIT for IBM i”, you will see advanced code analysis capabilities that go far beyond what has been previously available.
CM evolveIT is an advanced application static analysis technology used for modernization and maintenance of Legacy IBM i Midrange Applications: COBOL, RPG, CA 2E(Synon), CA Plex, LANSA, and Java applications.
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Video Latest Advances in IBM Enterprise Impact Analysis
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This recorded webinar will show you a better analysis system that's easy to work with day-to-day, and bring you peace of mind knowing you have a complete, 360-degree grasp of the inner-workings of your enterprise system.
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Video Video Series: CM evolveIT for LANSA
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We’ve launched an all-new short-video series highlighting CM evolveIT for LANSA. The videos or short 1-2 minutes segments that cover a wide range of CM evolveIT LANSA capabilities, and provide a good foundational starting point for new or existing users.
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Video Streamline the Day-to-Day with Intelligent Automation
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| Join the automation experts from CM First and HelpSystems to explore ways to leverage IT automation tools in your most critical business projects—including those on IBM I, including those generated with CA 2E(Synon) and CA Plex. Our automation experts walk you through the types of projects your IT colleagues are running, how they’re doing it, and what tools they’re using. This informative webinar also polled attendees about their current and planned future leverage of automation technologies.
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Video Benefits of IBM i Hosting
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| In this session cloud replatforming experts discussed how IBM i applications are typically being rehosted from on-premise to fully managed hybrid environments. Many customers are reporting significant security and operational benefits, at the same or reduced cost.
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Video RPA Bots: Bogus or Benefit? Bringing RPA to IBM i/AS400
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| CM First and HelpSystems show you how to boost your digital transformation efforts with Robotic Process Automation (RPA). Transform your IBM i processes—like automated data entry, extending single sign-on (SSO), and dynamically pulling reports—to increase productivity, eliminate errors, and save money.
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We Are Back to In-person Business
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The pandemic created unique challenges. But times change, vaccines are made, and now we settle into another "new normal".
As of May 1st, 2021, we re-opened for in-person business. While much of our work will remain remote, we will also conduct meetings in-person as the situation warrants.
You can read our response to the challenge at the link.
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ICYMI: Broadcom Confirms CA Plex and CA 2E Support as of January 31st, 2020.
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As of January 31, 2020, Broadcom (CA) announced that in general it will support the latest versions of CA 2E and CA Plex only. For CA 2E (Synon) that is version 8.7. For CA Plex, that is version 7.2.1.
For the full details see these links. Broadcom login is required.
- CA Plex 7.2.1, last supported 7.2.1 (as of January 31, 2022)
- CA 2E 8.7, last supported 8.7 (as of January 31, 2022)
Visit the Broadcom site at the links provided above for definitive info (password required).
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At CM First we upgrade many CA 2E and CA Plex customers each year, and have extensive experience with the upgrade process. We also have experience working with Broadcom support and licensing and can work with you on any questions you have there.
If you have any questions just send us a note to info@cmfirstgroup.com, or click the button below to contact an office or request a demo.
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The CM First support portal is now online. Current customers can access tutorials and submit support tickets at support.cmfirstgroup.com
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CM WebClient 1.8.7 (with nightly builds) For details, go here.
CM Matchpoint ALM 7.0 Build 004. For details, go here. |
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