eCube Systems offers iSeries Modernization solutions to IBM AS400 and iSeries customers  that address the integration, evolution, and transformation of RPG applications to Java, XML, the internet and Web services. eCube Systems is unique in its approach to iSeries Modernization because it offers two different approaches. Clients can choose to extend the ROI of their RPG applications by transforming the business logic to Java or they can modernize their iSeries with the XML based middleware XB Suite. Both of these offerings are flexible enough to conform to different iSeries Modernization Strategies: Build and extend on the iSeries platform or Transform to Java, J2EE and re-host to Unix or Windows. Both options allow a complete spectrum of solutions – from RPG /Java transformation to iSeries modernization and enterprise integration.

eCube offers iSeries Modernization products and services that can:

• Transform RPG programs, CL and data to working Java applications. This iSeries modernization or transformation provides a foundation that can be used extend valuable business logic to support Web servers (JSP, Servlet) and J2EE application servers.  This offering employs the ARM process and is called Legacy Transformation Service. (LTS).
• Integrate iSeries business logic to the web, desktop and enterprise using a service model that employs SOAP, .NET and XML in an easy-to-use scripting tool.  This iSeries Modernization solution is for companies with existing RPG applications that won’t be migrating to Java. eCube provides this capability with the XML for RPG product set.

Legacy Transformation Service - is a complete solution that combines human interaction with automated tools to convert iSeries/AS400 based RPG and COBOL to Java. This iSeries Modernization service includes all of the key provisions needed to make a transition from RPG to Java. This can range from an initial assessment and proof of concept, through complete testing and hands on or formal training.  Specialized training, education and iSeries Modernization mentoring is available before and after the transformation to help RPG development teams migrate their skills to Java.  Moreover, eCube can assist companies in implementing Web interfaces and integrating new Java-based applications with 3rd party business solutions.

Making a transition from RPG to Java requires a rich set of solutions that must address both the application and the environment the application is used in.  Unlike other tool-based solutions, eCube works with its customers through all of these requirements, guaranteeing the success of the project.

For more information, see the XB Suite iSeries Modernization or iSeries Evolution pages.