Mainframes Services and Solutions Quadrant Report March 2025

This research report presents a comprehensive analysis of the strengths, challenges, and competitive differentiators of various providers in the mainframe services and solutions market for the U.S. and Brazil. It outlines the impact of Generative AI (GenAI) on mainframe modernization, highlighting its dual role in accelerating migrations off mainframes and enhancing tools for continued mainframe use. The report details trends in mainframe optimization services, application modernization, and the growing demand for integrating mainframe data with public cloud solutions. It also discusses the shift in client preferences from replatforming to reengineering mainframe applications, driven by the capabilities of GenAI. Additionally, the report examines the challenges faced by service providers, including security concerns and the need for modernization in response to changing market regulations. The findings indicate that GenAI significantly improves the efficiency of modernization processes, particularly in testing and documentation, while also addressing the need for innovation in legacy systems.