Lightedge vs. Kyndryl: The Smarter Choice for IBM i and AIX Cloud
Running IBM i or AIX? You don’t have to settle for legacy limitations. Lightedge delivers modern IBM Power Cloud hosting with precision resource allocation, native hybrid cloud integration, and hands-on IBM expertise other providers can’t deliver.
Purpose-Built IBM Power Cloud
- Specifically architected for IBM i and AIX workloads, running on the latest IBM Power hardware
- Full LPAR visibility and flexible management options
- 24/7 monitoring and support from a large bench of US-based IBM i/AIX engineers
Precision Resource Allocation
- Deploy in 1/10th processor core increments
- Memory and storage available per GB
- Scale precisely to workload requirements
- Reduce resource waste and optimize cost-efficiency
Hybrid Cloud, Built In
- On-net connectivity to AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and other hyperscale providers
- Low-latency, high-throughput links with under 2 miliseconds of latency
- Seamless hybrid capabilities to support DR and cloud native services for modernization
Compliance-Ready by Design
- Designed to meet HIPAA, PCI, SOC 1/2/3, HITRUST, ISO 27001, and more
- Built-in security: managed firewall, SIEM, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanning
- Audit-ready architecture supporting regulated industries like finance, retail, and healthcare
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Lightedge vs. Kyndryl: Side-by-Side Comparison
Category | Kyndryl | Lightedge |
|---|---|---|
IBM i & AIX Hosting | Offered in enterprise-scale outsourcing contracts. Often rigid and slow-moving. | Purpose-built IBM Power Cloud with flexible deployment models designed for performance and agility. |
IBM i & AIX Management and Support | Standardized global delivery models with limited flexibility. Support is often offshore and ticket-based, with long SLA timelines. | Specialized IBM Power management delivered by U.S.-based experts. Flexible support models that adapt to your operational preferences—from co-managed to fully managed. |
Granular Resource Scaling | Capabilities may vary by workload and region. | Scale VMs down to 1/10th of a core, and allocate memory/storage per GB. |
Hybrid Cloud Integration | Skytap enables IBM Power workloads inside Azure. However, hybrid orchestration and connectivity to other clouds often require additional integration. | On-net to AWS and Azure with native low-latency interconnects. |
Support Model | Global/offshore support, often ticket-based with long SLAs. | 24/7 US-based support with IBM Power-certified engineers. |
Compliance & Security | Custom solutions vary by region and contract. | Compliance-ready architecture with built-in controls and reporting. |
Deployment Speed | Onboarding and provisioning can take months. | Rapid provisioning with dedicated support and flexible architecture. |
Colocation & Private Cloud Support | Managed separately or through partner channels. | Integrated with Lightedge colocation, private cloud, and edge compute. |
Make the Switch
Lightedge is the ideal partner for enterprises running mission-critical IBM Power workloads that require:
- Precision resource allocation with granular control
- Seamless hybrid cloud extension to hyperscalers
- High-touch support and transparent SLAs
- Infrastructure built for compliance, performance, and uptime
Precision Resource Allocation for IBM Workloads
Lightedge enables precise control of your IBM environments with 1/10th core CPU increments and per-GB scaling for memory and storage. This model empowers you to right-size every workload—whether it’s production, test, or DR—and avoid the overhead of over provisioned resources.
Hybrid-Ready Architecture
Move analytics, backups, or applications to the cloud while keeping IBM i workloads secure and performant.
Compliance-First Mindset
From healthcare to financial services, Lightedge is built for audit-readiness and regulatory alignment.
Direct Engineer Access
No more support black holes. Engage directly with Power-certified engineers who understand your environment.
Unlock the full potential of your IBM workloads.
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