Introduction

When the software that underpins critical functions is no longer strategic it must continue to be supported. Traditional Support and Subscription (S&S) incorporates entitlements to upgrades and patches, but additional charges are often added when the version you need is no longer generally supported.

Traditional S&S is costly.

The result is that your nonstrategic software costs more to use than when it was centre stage.

You have the choice to opt for generic third-party support to maintain your installations, but what happens when you can no longer support your applications or want to upgrade?

The Responsiv Solution

Access our top-tier skills at your fingertips.

Responsiv Assist Extended Support is ready to cost-effectively support your software and middleware, including self-developed applications, all without the constraints of traditional S&S models.

Gain more than just support; use Responsiv Unity for added insurance. Ensure you’re prepared to upgrade your installations when the time is right for you, or in the instance that your existing software cannot be restored (e.g., compatibility issues).

This sets out a future-proof roadmap for your IT infrastructure, empowering you to adapt effortlessly to evolving needs. Built on industry-leading technology, Responsiv Unity has the same capabilities and resilience as IBM, making workload upgrades and migrations seamless and low-risk.

But the value doesn’t stop there. Responsiv delivers extraordinary added benefits; from optional managed services that handle upgrades and patches for your teams to expert advice, mentoring, and exclusive resources unavailable elsewhere.

Benefits

Maintain support and compliance at half the price

Costs Saving

Save over 50% on your traditional S&S costs with Responsiv Assist Extended Support.

Expert Support without a Deadline

Get expert support for your software and middleware from people with decades of experience working with and developing IBM technology.

We have no end-of-support dates for extended support, no matter the version.

Future-Proof Roadmap

Plan for the future with a clear roadmap for upgrading and supporting your IT installations and applications when you’re ready or are unable to restore functionality.

Ongoing Maintenance

Streamline the process of upgrading, patching, configuring, and managing your installations when you upgrade to Responsiv Unity.

ILMT Management

Responsiv Assist can provide ILMT as a service (including a containers equivalent) to ensure your licence usage remains compliant and managed in the face of IBM audits and fines.

Conclusion

Use Responsiv Assist and Responsiv Unity to save on your S&S costs.

Responsiv can advise on whether your situation is best managed using Responsiv Assist Extended Support, performing an upgrade and continuing with the original vendor, or moving to equivalent Responsiv Unity products.

Regardless of your decision, Responsiv has the skills and experience, as well as the reputation, to support and implement your choice.

Don’t just opt for generic to substitute your S&S, choose a provider that can bring value to your IT installation, now and in the future.