IBM just unveiled its new z17 mainframe - and it's built with AI performance in mind
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IBM has unveiled its latest mainframe, the z17, specifically designed for AI workloads and real-time transaction processing. The system responds to findings that 88% of IT executives prioritize application modernization. Created with input from over 100 clients and IBM’s research teams, the z17 can perform 450 billion AI inferences daily. Its enhanced processing power, security features, and support for more than 250 AI use cases aim to solidify the role of mainframes in digital transformation, enabling enterprises to maximize their data potential effectively.
IBM has released the z17 mainframe to support AI workloads, enhancing transaction scoring capabilities and addressing new AI use-cases for enterprises.
With the z17, we're bringing AI to the core of the enterprise with the software, processing power, and storage to make AI operational quickly.
The z17 processes 50% more AI inference operations than its predecessor, allowing over 450 billion inferencing operations a day with rapid response times.
Executives believe that application modernization is crucial, with many seeing mainframes as a key component of digital transformation.
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