EP47: The Resilient Legacy: Mainframes in Modern Tech with Becky Albin

from Gov Tech Today · host Russell Lowery

In this episode of Gov Tech Today, host Jennifer Saha welcomes Becky Albin, Senior Director of Systems Engineering at Software AG. They dive into the enduring relevance and evolving role of mainframes in today’s technology landscape. Becky shares her extensive experience and insights on the challenges and benefits of mainframe modernization, the importance of maintaining a skilled workforce, and the vital role these systems play in both commercial and government sectors. This episode is packed with valuable information on how mainframes can coexist with modern cloud solutions and the critical importance of user experience in tech transformations.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:54 Becky's Background and Career Journey02:05 Women in Tech: Challenges and Opportunities03:16 The State of Mainframes Today04:18 Mainframes vs. Cloud: Cost and Performance08:52 Modernization and Hybrid Solutions14:13 Future of Mainframes and Workforce Challenges17:39 Training the Next Generation of Mainframe Experts26:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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