neuObjects Debuts Graphical Editor for IBM i
by Alex Woodie

Programmers who are frustrated with accessing DB2/400 from a green screen may want to check out a brand new product called neuEdit from neuObjects. The tool, which is available for a free 60-day download, gives users direct access to database records from a Windows GUI environment, enabling users to navigate DB2/400 with a mouse. neuEdit also brings reporting and printing capabilities that its developers found lacking in other tools. READ MORE >

Surround Tech Brings IBM i Customers Closer to .NET Goal
by Alex Woodie

Surround Technologies comes from the AS/400 and LANSA worlds, and understands the tremendous value the platform holds for business. But the company also understands that green-screen 5250 interfaces do not cut it anymore, and that Microsoft .NET has a lot to offer IBM i shops when it comes to the user experience and Web service integration layers, which is the focus of its recently updated Accelerator for .NET product. READ MORE >

Shield Drives New Features into HA4i
by Alex Woodie

The low-cost IBM i high availability solution from Shield Advanced Solutions has gotten more advanced. The latest PTF for HA4i--which became available again last week after an initial delay--introduces new features, such as an enhanced file synchronization process, a new audit process, better handling of object and spool file locks, role swap enhancements, and better management of job logs. READ MORE >

New IBM E-Commerce Bundle Offered on IBM i
by Alex Woodie

IBM yesterday announced a Power Systems-based e-commerce bundle that's designed to help retailers drive efficiencies into their business processes, utilize Web analytics effectively, increase fulfillment, and take advantage of cross-channel selling opportunities. Called Smarter Commerce on Power Systems, the new offering is highlighted by IBM's Power7-based hardware and WebSphere 7 e-commerce server, and gives customers the choice of IBM i, Linux, or AIX operating systems. READ MORE >