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20+
Years IBM Power & SAN Expertise
30+
Successful Modernisations
<15min
24/7 Response SLA
2026
Strategic IBM Partner Registration on

Modernization Without Rip-and-Replace

We transform organisations by upgrading legacy IBM Power (AIX) systems to contemporary, secure, and optimised IBM Power environments customised to meet unique business requirements. Whether the objective is to reduce costs, improve scalability, boost resilience, or ensure compliance - we provide tailored solutions.

Enhanced performance and security across all AIX workloads
Future-ready, scalable IBM Power infrastructure with cloud integration
Cost optimisation with flexible T&M and Fixed-Price engagement models
Improved resilience, PowerHA/DR, and regulatory compliance
Customised solutions across banking, healthcare & logistics
Why Trust Us With Your IBM Power (AIX)?
20+ Years IBM Power & SAN Expertise
AIX, VIO, PowerHA, NIM, SAN - deep platform knowledge
24/7 Remote Support
<15-minute response SLA for critical incidents*
Proven Track Record
30+ modernisations · High customer satisfaction
Flexible Engagement
T&M or Fixed-Price - no surprises, full transparency

* SLA and other metrics subject to agreed service levels.


Our IBM Power (AIX) Services

End-to-end IBM Power expertise - AIX, VIO, PowerHA, NIM, SAN, and cloud integration with 24/7 managed support.

IBM Power (AIX, VIO, PowerHA & NIM)
Core IBM Power platform services including AIX administration, Virtual I/O Server (VIOS) management, PowerHA cluster configuration, and NIM server setup and maintenance.
IBM Power Modernization & Transformation
Upgrade legacy IBM Power systems to modern AIX versions. Hardware refresh, LPM migrations, Power Virtual Server enablement, and hybrid cloud readiness assessments.
Managed Services & 24/7 Support
Round-the-clock IBM Power management with proactive monitoring, L1/L2/L3 support tiers, incident management, and SLA-backed response times for maximum uptime.
Performance Tuning & System Optimisation
Deep AIX performance analysis using topas, vmstat, iostat. Kernel-level tuning (vmo, ioo, schedo, no), workload balancing, LVM/JFS2 optimisation, and query tuning.
High Availability (PowerHA) & Disaster Recovery
Design and implement PowerHA, Metro Mirror, and Geo Mirror solutions. Role swap automation, DR drill execution, RPO/RTO optimisation, and full multi-site DR strategy.
IBM Power Hardware Virtualisation
PowerVM design with shared/dedicated LPAR, VIOS architecture, NPIV/vSCSI, Live Partition Mobility (LPM), and Enterprise Pool capacity planning and management.
Security, Compliance & Audits
AIX security hardening, RBAC/sudo management, auditing (auditpr, auditconfig), SSH hardening, and compliance alignment with CIS, SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and HIPAA benchmarks.
Cloud Integration & Hybrid IBM Power Solutions
Migrate AIX workloads to IBM Power Virtual Server. Enable hybrid cloud architectures, AI/ML capabilities with Python and Watsonx, and DevOps pipelines (Ansible, IBM UrbanCode).

* SLA and other metrics are subject to agreed service levels.


Modernisation Without Rip-and-Replace

Our structured health check and roadmap process gives you a clear picture of your IBM Power estate and a prioritised plan for improvement.

Step 1 - Assessment
IBM Power Health Check
We analyse your system across 5 critical areas to identify risks, bottlenecks, and opportunities - covering security through to modernisation readiness.*
Security & Risk - users, encryption, patch levels, vulnerabilities
Performance & Capacity - CPU, memory, disk I/O, workload analysis
HA & DR - PowerHA, Backups, Failover readiness assessment
Compliance & Governance - CIS, GDPR, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SOX
Modernisation Opportunities - version upgrades, cloud readiness, automation
Step 2 - Roadmap
Prioritised Action Plan
We assess the results and produce a clear, prioritised roadmap with actionable milestones aligned to security, performance, compliance, and modernisation goals.
Quick wins in 30–60 days
12-month modernisation timeline with milestones
Cost/benefit analysis for each initiative
Ongoing support options to achieve business goals
Step 3 - Implementation
Phased Delivery
We execute with minimal disruption through phased rollouts, team training, and post-go-live support for a smooth transition.
Phased rollouts - no big bang deployments
Training for your team throughout the process
Post-go-live monitoring and hypercare support
Step 4 - Future-Proof
DevOps & AI on AIX
Build a sustainable, future-ready IBM Power platform with modern DevOps pipelines and AI/ML capabilities.
DevOps pipeline - Git, Jenkins, IBM UrbanCode Deploy
AI/ML on AIX - Python, Watsonx, Db2 Analytics
Automation frameworks - Ansible, monitoring integration

* Compliance and Inventory modules are currently under development.


IBM Power (AIX) Support Services - L1, L2 & L3

Three structured support tiers covering everything from basic operations and monitoring to advanced AIX architecture, PowerHA, and platform ownership.

Scope

Observe, monitor, execute SOP, escalate if unusual.

Daily Monitoring
System health (CPU, memory, paging, disk - topas, vmstat, iostat)
Check error logs (errpt, /var/adm/messages)
Verify critical services/processes are running
Filesystem usage (df -g) and network status
Batch & Job Control
Check batch job completion (EOD/night batch)
Monitor cron jobs and scheduled tasks (crontab, at)
Restart/re-run failed batch jobs per SOP
Monitor long-running jobs, escalate repeated failures
Backup & User Support
Monitor backup jobs (mksysb, NIM, TSM/Spectrum Protect)
Verify backup completion, report media errors
Reset passwords & unlock accounts (chuser, lsuser)
Terminate runaway processes (with approval/SOP)
Scope

Fix, configure, root-cause analysis, implement changes.

System & OS Admin
Configure system params (vmo, ioo, no tuning)
Manage services, daemons, startup scripts (SRC, inittab)
AIX TL/SP patch management and iFix installation
AIX OS upgrades and migration planning
Security & Storage
Create/modify users, manage sudo/RBAC roles
AIX auditing (audit, auditpr, auditconfig)
LVM/JFS2 disk expansion, MPIO multipathing
Filesystem corruption resolution and fsck
HA & Backup RCA
PowerHA cluster config, resource group management
Cluster testing, switchovers, and DR drills
Backup strategy (mksysb, NIM, TSM) configuration
Deep RCA - errpt, application logs, system logs
Scope

Own end-to-end IBM AIX platform strategy; execute complex upgrades/migrations/HA-DR, drive automation, compliance readiness, and ensure maximum resiliency.

Core Platform Expertise
AIX major upgrades (7.x → higher), fresh installs & NIM builds
Firmware/microcode upgrades, hardware refresh & migrations
LPM planning & execution, PowerVM LPAR/VIOS design
Enterprise Pool & capacity planning
HA, DR & Storage
PowerHA implementation & advanced cluster design
Multi-site DR strategy, RPO/RTO optimisation
Enterprise SAN integration (SAN Copy, LUN Replication)
Advanced LVM, JFS2 & multipathing architecture
Transformation & Security
Cross-platform migrations (legacy UNIX → AIX / Power VS)
Hybrid cloud architecture (IBM Power Virtual Server)
Security hardening - SOX, PCI-DSS, CIS, audit defence
Automation frameworks (Ansible, monitoring integration)

Service Levels Summary

A clear comparison of what each support tier covers - choose the right level for your IBM Power environment.

Category L1 - Operator L2 - Admin L3 - Architect
Monitoring ✓ Yes ✓ Yes ✓ Yes
SOP Actions ✓ Yes ✓ Yes ✓ Yes
Troubleshooting Basic Advanced RCA Expert / Architecture
Security Admin Minimal ✓ Full ✓ Compliance-level
TL/SP Upgrade ✗ No ✓ Yes ✓ Yes (OS upgrades)
Backup / Restore Monitor only ✓ Yes ✓ Full strategy
Migrations Minimal ✓ Full control ✓ Cross-platform
DR / Role Swap ✗ No ✓ Yes ✓ Complex failover design
Hardware / LPM ✗ No ✗ No ✓ Yes
Platform Strategy ✗ No ✗ No ✓ End-to-end ownership

Flexible Engagement - T&M or Fixed Price

Choose the model that best fits your IBM Power project. Both options are fully transparent with no hidden costs and no surprises.


Why Choose GTP for IBM Power (AIX)?

End-to-End IBM Power Service

From roadmap and health check to full deployment and 24/7 managed services - single-point ownership for your entire IBM Power AIX stack.

24/7 Managed Support

Round-the-clock remote support with a <15-minute response SLA. Proactive governance for sustained stability and outstanding performance.

Compliance-Ready Platforms

Audit-ready AIX platforms aligned with CIS, SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and HIPAA. Proactive compliance tracking built into every engagement.

Automation-First Approach

Automation frameworks (Ansible, IBM UrbanCode) for critical operational activities - reducing downtime, operational risk, and manual error across your Power estate.

Long-Term Partnership

We take a partnership approach - not just a vendor relationship. 30+ successful IBM Power modernisations across banking, healthcare, and logistics.

IBM Strategic Partner

Strategic IBM partnership registration on 2026 - access to the latest IBM Power innovations, roadmaps, and support channels including Power Virtual Server integration.

Ready to Modernise Your IBM Power (AIX) Environment?

Request your complimentary IBM Power Health Check or schedule a discovery call with our GTP IBM Power Services team. We'll assess your system and provide a tailored roadmap - no obligation.

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