Your IBM i to Skytap Azure Migration, Fixed-Scope & Proven
Migrating IBM i to Skytap on Azure is straightforward. Our senior engineers assess LPARs, scope a fixed-price project (3–6 months, 2–4 consultants), and move workloads natively to Azure while preserving legacy
The lowest-cost way off IBM i: our migration tooling automates the repetitive work —you pay senior engineers for judgment, not keystrokes.
How we support IBM i → Skytap on Azure after migration
- ✓Fixed-scope migration to Skytap on Azure by Power Systems experts
- ✓Senior engineers – no finger-pointing between cloud and legacy teams
- ✓Keep legacy OS & Db2 while integrating with Azure AI/ML analytics
- ✓Vendor support stays active during your timeline – no rip-and-replace
- ✓24/7 US-based support post-migration for both platforms
- ✓40–70% savings vs vendor renewals on the legacy platform
Stuck on OS V5R4 or V6R1?
Old IBM i versions often block cloud migration. Our engineers know how to safely move these LPARs without OS upgrades, preserving tape backup scripts and custom configurations.
Complex tape backup integrations
Physical tape systems aren’t cloud-native. We replicate your backup workflows in Skytap, ensuring continuity without hardware dependencies or manual tape handling.
Non-standard networking topologies
Your routing, VLANs, and firewalls are unique. We design the Skytap on Azure network to match your existing topology, so applications and users don’t notice the move.
IBM i → Skytap on Azure migration — your questions answered
Can you migrate an IBM i running V5R4 or V6R1 to Skytap on Azure?+
Yes. Our engineers routinely migrate these older OS versions. We handle LPAR-level moves without requiring an OS upgrade first. Your applications and data remain unchanged.
What happens to my tape backup process after migration?+
We replicate your backup workflows inside Skytap using cloud storage and virtual tape libraries. No hardware tape drives needed. Your restore procedures stay the same.
How does support work during and after migration?+
Your vendor support remains active as long as your contract is in place – you migrate on your own timeline. If the vendor contract lapses, our third-party support covers most operational issues on the legacy platform while you complete the move. Post-migration, we offer managed Skytap infrastructure operations and IBM i OS maintenance.
What if my network topology is complex (routing, subnets, etc.)?+
We design the Skytap on Azure network to mirror your existing configuration. Our team includes both Azure networking experts and IBM i systems engineers, so nothing gets lost in translation.
Ready to Migrate IBM i to Skytap on Azure?
Start with a no-obligation assessment. We’ll review your LPARs, identify risks (old OS versions, tape dependencies, network quirks), and deliver a fixed-price migration plan. After the move, we can manage your entire Skytap on Azure environment – infrastructure operations, IBM i OS maintenance, and cloud backups.