Millennium Solutions Year 2000 Tool for the AS400


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Updated on Thursday, October 22, 1998 at 08:32 GMT

Y2K Solution for the AS400

At Millennium Solutions we’ve wrestled with the millennium bug so you don’t have to! Dedicated AS/400 expertise has allowed us to produce the ultimate Y2K compliance software solution which requires the minimum amount of time and IT skills. MS4 is the ideal tool for AS/400 systems written in both RPG and CL, running major applications such as BPCS, JBA, JD Edward, PRMS, MAPICS and PRISM.

MS4 is currently installed in more than 350 companies world-wide, in over 45 countries spanning across all continents. After considering all options, these organisations have wisely chosen MS4 to guarantee Y2K readiness at a fraction of the cost of other alternatives.

The Simple Solution that Works

Simplicity is the fundamental strength of MS4. It is quick to implement, low cost and totally risk free. The simplicity is due to its patented encapsulation technique. Encapsulation is a process whereby the core application’s timeline is shifted by a fixed number of years, normally twenty-eight. MS4 maintains date related logic without modifying or rebuilding your core application. It simply adds key code to enable the application to correctly process cross century dates. This simplicity is the main reason why so many companies are choosing MS4.

High Speed Installation

With a quick, 5-day installation, MS4 is currently the fastest possible way to make AS/400 platforms year 2000 ready. The quick installation saves your budget as resources are not tied up in time-consuming Y2K strategies. MS4 eliminates costly time spent by internal staff and external software consultants on your Year 2000 problem. As the millennium approaches, other methods are quickly becoming redundant due to the requirement of IT skills and lengthy implementation.

Risk Free, Non-Intrusive Solution

Unlike other solutions, MS4 makes no changes to your software applications. It is a cosmetic solution which allows your existing software applications to remain completely intact. The process is totally reversible. At any time, the MS4 program can be un-installed without affecting your system's performance. As the software can be removed, MS4 allows you to keep all your options open. MS4 is the simple way to bridge the Y2K problem and concentrate on your long-term business objectives.

5 day installation - minimum down-time
No database lay-out changes
Minimal disruption
No effect on software performance
Low Cost Solution

Although it is difficult to compare the costings of different Y2K solutions, one common denominator is the overall project budget. While the software of other Y2K packages constitutes only 10% of the overall project finance, MS4 software comprises approximately 90% of the overall solution. This means that MS4 costs dramatically less than alternative solutions. Compare MS4 with the best of the rest - the savings are undeniable!

Minimum disruption - 5 day installation.
No consultancy requirements - MS4 automatically fixes the millennium bug without expensive software consultancy.
No additional staff requirements - The 5 day turnaround allows you to use your staff more productively on your real business strategies.
No IT modifications or retraining - As the functionality and operations of the AS/400 software remains unchanged there is no requirement to retrain staff after MS4 has been installed. They won't even know it's there!
No down-time - Having the problem fixed in-house avoids the inconvenience and cost of hiring outside AS/400 software consultants who are both expensive and difficult to locate.

Proven Track Record MS4 is a proven Y2K solution currently installed in more than 350 organisations around the world. Its proven success makes MS4 the low-risk choice for shrewd business managers who cannot afford to take chances.

To see just what MS4 has done for others, please visit our Case Studies.
If you would like any further information on MS4, please visit our FAQ’s or contact us

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