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AI Alone Cannot Migrate a Mainframe

AI tools accelerate mainframe modernization but cannot replace the domain expertise required to safely migrate mission-critical COBOL applications. A proven human-plus-AI approach ensures that decades of embedded busines...

By Venkat Pillay Apr 01, 2026 ARTICLES

AI tools accelerate mainframe modernization but cannot replace the domain expertise required to safely migrate mission-critical COBOL applications. A proven human-plus-AI approach ensures that decades of embedded business logic is preserved and verified throughout the migration process.

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Venkat Pillay

Founder and CEO

Venkat is a true technology visionary, serial entrepreneur, strategist, deep generalist, and architect. With over 25 years of experience and a passion for innovation, his expertise ranges from Legacy to emerging technology and company building.

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