Mainframe to Distributed SQL, Part 2: The Imperative for Change

Mainframe databases face challenges in scaling, integration with modern systems, and cost efficiency due to rapidly evolving business demands and tech trends. Organizations are shifting towards more agile and innovative database solutions like CockroachDB to stay competitive and responsive in the digital landscape. The driving forces behind this shift include making money, saving money, mitigating risks, and addressing the innovator's dilemma. Mainframe modernization offers significant cost savings through reduced hardware and operational costs, enhanced scalability, and improved resource utilization.