Unix Systems Consulting & Support

Legacy Unix Systems Expertise

Keep your critical Unix infrastructure running smoothly with specialized consulting and support services. Our experienced team understands the unique requirements and challenges of maintaining legacy Unix environments in modern IT landscapes.

Supported Unix Systems

Tru64 Unix (Digital Unix, OSF/1)

Comprehensive support for Digital’s Unix platform

Tru64 Unix, originally known as Digital Unix and OSF/1, was Digital Equipment Corporation’s implementation of Unix for Alpha processors. We provide complete support for all versions and configurations.

Our Tru64 Unix Services:

• System administration and maintenance
• Performance tuning and optimization
• Security hardening and patch management
• Application support and troubleshooting
• Migration planning and execution
• Integration with modern infrastructure

Typical Applications:

• Financial trading systems
• Scientific computing applications
• Legacy business systems
• Database servers (Oracle, Sybase, Informix)
• Custom enterprise applications

Solaris Systems

Expert support for Oracle Solaris environments

Comprehensive consulting services for Solaris systems running on SPARC and x86 platforms, from legacy versions to current releases.

Our Solaris Services:

• System administration and configuration
• Zone management and virtualization
• ZFS storage management and optimization
• Network configuration and troubleshooting
• Performance analysis and tuning
• Security configuration and hardening

Supported Versions:

• Solaris 2.6 through Solaris 11.4
• SunOS 4.x legacy systems
• OpenSolaris and Oracle Solaris variants
• SPARC and x86 platform support

Other Unix Variants

Support for additional Unix systems

We also provide consulting services for other Unix systems and variants based on your specific requirements.

Additional Unix Systems:

• AIX (IBM Unix)
• HP-UX (Hewlett-Packard Unix)
• IRIX (Silicon Graphics Unix)
• SCO Unix variants
• Legacy AT&T Unix implementations

Our Unix Consulting Services

System Administration & Maintenance

Ongoing operational support

• Daily system monitoring and maintenance
• User and security management
• Backup and recovery operations
• System resource monitoring and optimization
• Preventive maintenance scheduling

Performance Optimization

Maximize system efficiency

• Performance analysis and bottleneck identification
• Kernel parameter tuning
• Application optimization consulting
• Resource allocation and capacity planning
• Storage and network optimization

Security & Compliance

Secure your Unix environments

• Security assessment and hardening
• Patch management and vulnerability remediation
• Access control implementation
• Audit logging and compliance reporting
• Incident response and forensics

Migration & Modernization

Strategic system evolution

• Legacy system assessment and planning
• Migration to modern Unix variants or Linux
• Application compatibility evaluation
• Phased migration strategies
• Hybrid environment management

Why Choose Our Unix Expertise?

Deep Unix Knowledge

• 30+ Years Experience: Extensive experience with Unix systems since the early days
• Multi-Platform Expertise: Knowledge across all major Unix variants
• Legacy Specialization: Deep understanding of discontinued and legacy Unix systems
• Industry Applications: Experience across finance, manufacturing, healthcare, and research

Comprehensive Approach

• System-Level Understanding: Deep knowledge of Unix internals and architecture
• Application Integration: Experience with Unix-based applications and databases
• Modern Integration: Connecting legacy Unix systems with modern infrastructure
• Strategic Planning: Long-term system evolution and modernization strategies

Proven Methodologies

• Risk Assessment: Thorough evaluation of system risks and dependencies
• Minimal Disruption: Service delivery with minimal impact to operations
• Documentation: Comprehensive system documentation and knowledge transfer
• Ongoing Support: Long-term partnership and continuous optimization

Common Unix Challenges We Solve

Legacy System Maintenance

• Aging Hardware: Support for systems on obsolete hardware platforms
• Vendor End-of-Life: Continued support for discontinued Unix variants
• Skills Gap: Providing expertise when internal Unix knowledge is limited
• Compliance Requirements: Maintaining security and compliance standards

Performance Issues

• System Slowdowns: Diagnosing and resolving performance bottlenecks
• Resource Constraints: Optimizing systems with limited hardware resources
• Application Issues: Resolving Unix-specific application problems
• Network Performance: Optimizing network configuration and performance

Integration Challenges

• Modern Connectivity: Connecting Unix systems to modern networks and applications
• Data Exchange: Implementing secure data transfer and synchronization
• Authentication: Integrating with modern identity management systems
• Monitoring: Adding modern monitoring and alerting capabilities

Service Delivery Options

On-Site Consulting

• System assessment and analysis
• Hands-on troubleshooting and optimization
• Staff training and knowledge transfer
• Critical issue resolution

Remote Support

• 24/7 monitoring and support
• Remote system administration
• Proactive maintenance and optimization
• Regular health checks and reporting

Managed Services

• Complete system management
• Proactive monitoring and maintenance
• Security management and patch application
• Performance optimization and reporting

Strategic Consulting

• Long-term system planning
• Migration strategy development
• Technology roadmap creation
• Risk assessment and mitigation

Getting Started

Initial Assessment

We begin with a comprehensive assessment of your Unix environment:

• System inventory and configuration analysis
• Performance baseline establishment
• Security evaluation and risk assessment
• Integration requirements analysis
• Strategic recommendations development

Ongoing Partnership

Our goal is to provide long-term value through:

• Reliable Support: Consistent, expert-level support for your Unix systems
• Proactive Maintenance: Preventive measures to avoid issues before they occur
• Strategic Guidance: Planning for system evolution and modernization
• Knowledge Transfer: Building internal capabilities while providing external expertise

Contact us to discuss your Unix systems requirements and discover how our expertise can help maintain, optimize, and evolve your Unix infrastructure.