THE ORIGINA BLOG

CrowdStrike Chaos Underscores Serious Downsides of Automatic Software Updates

CrowdStrike Chaos Underscores Serious Downsides of Automatic Software Updates

The CrowdStrike outage illustrates a serious downside to automatic software updates. Get your software update policies and practices in check before the next major issue occurs.

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Reducing Software Maintenance Costs for Retailers

Reducing Software Maintenance Costs for Retailers

Today, every industry is on the lookout for ways to optimize its software budget, and retail is no different. Saving up to 50% on your software maintenance fees is a great way to start.

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Utility Companies: Make the Most of Your O&M Mainframe Software Budget

Utility Companies: Make the Most of Your O&M Mainframe Software Budget

Utility companies are looking for ways to reduce O&M spending without sacrificing innovation. Our webinar, "Revolutionizing Utility IT O&M: Escape IBM's Mainframe Maintenance Maze," offers practical solutions to the challenges utilities are facing and advice on how to exit costly IBM mainframe support. 

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A More Flexible Approach to IBM Software Maintenance

A More Flexible Approach to IBM Software Maintenance

Are you unhappy with your software maintenance and support but skeptical about moving to an independent provider? This blog debunks some of the common misconceptions about partnering with a third-party software maintenance company.

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Can’t Trust IBM Software Maintenance from a Third Party? Separating Fact from Fiction

Can’t Trust IBM Software Maintenance from a Third Party? Separating Fact from Fiction

Our Co-Founder and CSO Rowan O’Donoghue discusses the common misconceptions and fears about third-party software maintenance for IBM, and how Origina can dispel them.

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Empowering Your IT Future: The Rise of Independent Support Services

Empowering Your IT Future: The Rise of Independent Support Services

In this recap of Origina's appearance at Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo in Orlando and Barcelona, uncover the disconnect between OEM goals and customer needs, and explore the benefits of embracing independent third-party software maintenance providers. Learn why seeking external assistance can lead to more flexible, tailored solutions for your IT challenges.

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Your Search for IBM® Domino Support Doesn’t Need to Be a Nightmare

Your Search for IBM® Domino Support Doesn’t Need to Be a Nightmare

Moving away from Notes and Domino? Finding expert IBM®/HCL® Domino support might not be as difficult as you think, however challenging your relationship with the platform might be.

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IBM® InfoSphere Support Doesn’t Stop With the OEM

IBM® InfoSphere Support Doesn’t Stop With the OEM

Does EOS software really mean you have to update to retain IBM® InfoSphere support? Explore options that treat your deployment with the care it deserves.

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Interoperability: IBM® Software Product Compatibility and Your Roadmap

Interoperability: IBM® Software Product Compatibility and Your Roadmap

Don’t lose support. IBM® software product compatibility and interoperability concerns can often be overcome without updating, upgrading, or overhauling the estate.

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IBM Software Going EOS? Breathe Easy – You’ve Got Options

IBM Software Going EOS? Breathe Easy – You’ve Got Options

EOS IBM software is a persistent challenge for many businesses, but it can be overcome. Get info that helps your company move forward with your legacy estate.

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Right to Repair Awareness Month at Origina

Right to Repair Awareness Month at Origina

How much potential does your business throw away when OEMs force you to send hardware to the landfill too early? Get a primer on the corporate Right to Repair.

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3 Ways SAMs Can Protect Their IT Estates from Questionable Vendor Tactics

3 Ways SAMs Can Protect Their IT Estates from Questionable Vendor Tactics

Megavendors are notorious for their unfair pricing tactics, massive upcharges, and questionable auditing practices. Here are a few ways to protect your software estate and your company.

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