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The Future of the Mainframe: Adapting to Modern Technologies

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Niels von der Hude
VP Product, Beta Systems
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Tobias Leicher
z Client Architect at IBM
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Discover the evolution of the mainframe environment, with a special focus on the central role of IBM and innovations such as the z17. The integration of AI and cloud technologies plays a key role in modernizing IT infrastructures and ensuring long-term scalability and resilience.

At the same time, a new generation of professionals is reshaping the perception of mainframes, while artificial intelligence and machine learning introduce both new challenges and significant opportunities. The future of mainframes in enterprise IT is increasingly defined by hybrid cloud strategies and renewed interest in powerful on-premises solutions.

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  • Language: German

  • Subtitles: German, English

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Niels von der Hude
VP Product, Beta Systems

As Vice President of Product Strategy & Development at Beta Systems, Niels von der Hude is primarily responsible for the strategic development of the data centre product portfolio. With his professional experience in product management, venture capital and R&D, he promotes and demands close integration between product development and market requirements. He is also a regular speaker at industry events, contributing to the discussion on future-oriented technologies.

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Tobias Leicher
z Client Architect at IBM

Tobias Leicher is an experienced IT architect and mainframe expert with a strong focus on modernizing IBM Z systems. He works at IBM in a senior technical role, advising customers in the German-speaking region on architecture and transformation initiatives. His expertise lies in bridging traditional mainframe technologies with modern development and cloud-based approaches. He holds an academic degree in applied computer science and has many years of hands-on experience in enterprise IT environments. In addition, he is actively involved in the IT community as a speaker, podcaster, and advocate for modern mainframe topics.

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