Mainframes have long powered critical financial transactions and government operations. However, across the U.S., particularly in Kansas, these systems are showing their age. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed a critical issue: essential services like unemployment insurance were crippled by outdated COBOL systems, causing significant delays. This is more than an inconvenience; it’s a clear signal that mainframe modernization is urgently needed …
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