Hardware Virtualization, OpenVMS Migration

Our Mission: Preserving important software while upgrading the infrastructure that supports it.

At Migration Specialties, we recognize the value represented by legacy software applications. These critical applications, be they running a tooling station or an entire enterprise, are still around because they continue to effectively do a job. We provide solutions that retain the value of such applications in a manner that best fits each client's requirements.

Virtualizing Legacy Hardware

Many businesses depend on software applications that have been in use for years and even decades. These applications in turn rely on aging hardware ever more prone to failure. Migration Specialties provides solutions that replace legacy hardware without changing legacy software. Commonly referred to as hardware emulators, these solutions virtualize old hardware, allowing the applications it supported to be re-hosted on smaller, faster, more reliable, more energy efficient platforms. Our Emulator page will tell you more about our virtual VAX, Alpha, HP1000, and PDP-11 replacement options.

OpenVMS Migration

OpenVMS has been around for over 30 years and is still going strong. It and its associated VAX, Alpha, and Integrity processors have been our core business since our inception in 1992. If you are ready to move from a VAX or Alpha system to HP's Integrity platform, Migration Specialties has the tools and skills to help. We maintain running examples of all three platforms in-house along with a close relationship with HP's OpenVMS engineers and the OpenVMS community. Our Porting page provides details on our OpenVMS porting services.

Refreshing VAX & Alpha Hardware

Sometimes the old VAX or Alpha system is still the best system. Hardware dependences and replacement cost can make retaining legacy VAX and Alpha systems an attractive option. Migration Specialties works closely with Nemonix Engineering to provide new and rebuilt components to keep VAX and Alpha hardware viable. Refreshed systems are backed by strong warranties and support plans. . to discuss your specific requirements.

Services

Migrating software applications requires a comprehensive understanding of legacy programming languages like RPG, COBOL, and DIBOL. Migration Specialties offers a suite of products and services addressing legacy application support.

Our services are available globally on a time and materials or fixed-price basis. Please browse through our web site and see what we have to offer, then to discuss your specific requirements. We work in a variety of software environments and have an extensive set of skills, tools, information, and contacts available. We look forward to helping you preserve good software on new platforms.