In a move set to reshape enterprise IT operations, Hitachi Vantara has partnered with BMC Software to enhance mainframe and hybrid cloud environments. This collaboration combines Hitachi Vantara’s advanced storage technology with BMC’s software solutions, helping businesses optimize costs, improve security, and automate critical processes.
Bridging the Gap Between Legacy and Future
As businesses continue to modernize, integrating mainframes with hybrid cloud strategies remains a challenge. A recent Forrester study found that 66% of organizations are actively upgrading their mainframe infrastructure, with 96% believing it will bring long-term benefits.
“By establishing this strategic partnership with BMC, we are addressing the evolving demands of hybrid cloud solutions,” said Greg Bucyk, Vice President of Strategic Partners and Alliances at Hitachi Vantara. “This collaboration enables organizations to maximize the value of their data, turning challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth.”
Greg Bucyk, Vice President of Strategic Partners and Alliances at Hitachi Vantara. “This collaboration enables organizations to maximize the value of their data, turning challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth.”
More Security, Less Cost, Smarter Operations
With cyber threats on the rise, security remains a top priority. The partnership brings real-time threat detection, encryption, and automation tools to help organizations protect their critical data while reducing reliance on costly legacy systems.
“This partnership helps deliver innovative, practical solutions that allow organizations to maximize their data,” said John McKenny, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Intelligent Z Optimization and Transformation at BMC. “By combining Hitachi Vantara’s leading data infrastructure with BMC’s software expertise, we are unlocking the full potential of mainframes in a hybrid cloud world.”
A Step Toward the Future
Industry experts see this alliance as a key step toward modernization. Steve White, Program Vice President at IDC, noted, “The partnership between Hitachi Vantara and BMC helps organizations address legacy challenges while accelerating cloud adoption.”
As enterprises navigate the complexities of IT modernization, Hitachi Vantara and BMC aim to provide the tools, security, and automation needed to thrive in an evolving digital landscape.
