Informix Archives - Virtual-DBA Remote DBA Services & Support - Certified Database Experts https://virtual-dba.com/blog/informix/ Remote Database Administration Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:50:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://virtual-dba.com/wp-content/uploads/cropped-VirtualDBA-favicon-32x32.png Informix Archives - Virtual-DBA Remote DBA Services & Support - Certified Database Experts https://virtual-dba.com/blog/informix/ 32 32 Breaking the Legacy Deadlock: A War Story from the Front Lines of Database Modernization https://virtual-dba.com/blog/breaking-the-legacy-deadlock-war-story-from-front-lines-of-database-modernization/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:36:57 +0000 https://virtual-dba.com/?p=243642 SUMMARY: XTIVIA modernized its 30-year-old Virtual-DBA platform by migrating from IBM Informix to a cost-effective, cloud-optimized PostgreSQL/TimescaleDB. In enterprise IT, there is a pervasive “if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it” mentality that often keeps mission-critical systems anchored in legacy technology. For almost 30 years, our homegrown Virtual-DBA platform, which monitors thousands of database instances […]

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]]> The Last Informix Shop Standing (Part 3): De-Risking Your Legacy Application Migration to ARM64 https://virtual-dba.com/blog/the-last-informix-shop-standing-part-3/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:43:45 +0000 https://virtual-dba.com/?p=243540 SUMMARY: XTIVIA bridges the critical skills gap required to migrate complex, 32-bit legacy application stacks—including Informix 4GL and C-Routines—onto modern, cost-efficient ARM64 cloud infrastructure. By leveraging this specialized “unicorn” skill set, enterprises can successfully modernize their most durable legacy systems and capitalize on the significant TCO savings of the ARM64 architecture without abandoning mission-critical tools. Introduction Okay, let’s get […]

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]]> The ‘Zero-DBA’ Revolution (Part 2): Informix 15, ARM64, and the Intelligent Edge https://virtual-dba.com/blog/the-zero-dba-revolution-part-2/ Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:44:34 +0000 https://virtual-dba.com/?p=243533 SUMMARY: The convergence of Informix 15 and ARM64 architecture empowers organizations to master the Intelligent Edge by providing a reliable, “Zero-DBA” platform that processes complex IoT data locally with minimal latency and infrastructure costs. Adopting this edge-first strategy transforms data processing from a slow, centralized cloud model into a highly efficient, distributed ecosystem capable of […]

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]]> The Informix TCO Revolution (Part 1): How to Cut Your Cloud Database Costs by 30-50% https://virtual-dba.com/blog/informix-tco-revolution-part-1/ Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:34:30 +0000 https://virtual-dba.com/?p=243523 SUMMARY: IT leaders running Informix can achieve a 30-50% reduction in cloud Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) while enhancing performance by migrating from legacy x86 instances to the new HCL Informix 15 on the ARM64 architecture, supported by AWS Graviton and Azure processors. Organizations should leverage this strategic opportunity to secure long-term savings and modernize by partnering […]

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]]> Demystifying Timeseries Data: Storage and Options https://virtual-dba.com/blog/demystifying-timeseries-data-storage-and-options/ https://virtual-dba.com/blog/demystifying-timeseries-data-storage-and-options/#respond Thu, 06 Jun 2024 20:55:38 +0000 https://virtual-dba.com/?p=242283 The post Demystifying Timeseries Data: Storage and Options appeared first on Virtual-DBA Remote DBA Services & Support - Certified Database Experts.

]]> https://virtual-dba.com/blog/demystifying-timeseries-data-storage-and-options/feed/ 0 15 Tips for Optimizing Performance of Informix Databases https://virtual-dba.com/blog/15-tips-for-optimizing-performance-of-informix-databases/ https://virtual-dba.com/blog/15-tips-for-optimizing-performance-of-informix-databases/#respond Wed, 02 Aug 2023 01:05:32 +0000 https://virtual-dba.com/?p=241822 Performance issues with Informix databases can have a significant impact on business operations, leading to slow query response times, reduced productivity, and increased costs. To avoid these problems, businesses must take a comprehensive approach to database management. This blog outlines the top 15 things to look at when addressing performance issues using an Informix database. […]

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]]> https://virtual-dba.com/blog/15-tips-for-optimizing-performance-of-informix-databases/feed/ 0 Why Businesses Still Depend on Informix Databases Today https://virtual-dba.com/blog/why-businesses-still-depend-on-informix-databases-today/ https://virtual-dba.com/blog/why-businesses-still-depend-on-informix-databases-today/#respond Thu, 29 Jun 2023 21:40:22 +0000 https://virtual-dba.com/?p=241746 In the world of databases, there are many options available for businesses to choose from. However, one option that has stood the test of time is the Informix database. Despite being around for over 30 years, many businesses still choose to use Informix databases for their data storage and management needs. We will explore some […]

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]]> https://virtual-dba.com/blog/why-businesses-still-depend-on-informix-databases-today/feed/ 0 Securing Your Informix Database: A Comprehensive Guide to Implementing Security Best Practices https://virtual-dba.com/blog/securing-your-informix-database-a-comprehensive-guide-to-implementing-security-best-practices/ https://virtual-dba.com/blog/securing-your-informix-database-a-comprehensive-guide-to-implementing-security-best-practices/#respond Tue, 23 May 2023 12:15:00 +0000 https://virtual-dba.com/?p=241700 Database security is a crucial aspect of any organization’s IT infrastructure, as it plays a vital role in protecting sensitive data and ensuring compliance with various regulations. Informix, a powerful and scalable database management system, requires diligent attention to security to safeguard the valuable information it contains. In this blog post, we will provide a […]

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]]> https://virtual-dba.com/blog/securing-your-informix-database-a-comprehensive-guide-to-implementing-security-best-practices/feed/ 0 Informix in the Cloud: Deployment Options and Best Practices for Success https://virtual-dba.com/blog/informix-in-the-cloud-deployment-options-and-best-practices-for-success/ https://virtual-dba.com/blog/informix-in-the-cloud-deployment-options-and-best-practices-for-success/#respond Sat, 20 May 2023 00:10:23 +0000 https://virtual-dba.com/?p=241699 The rapid growth of cloud computing has transformed the way organizations manage their IT infrastructure, offering increased flexibility, scalability, and cost savings. One area where this shift is particularly evident is in database management, with many organizations opting to deploy their databases in cloud environments. Informix, a powerful and scalable database management system, is well-suited […]

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]]> https://virtual-dba.com/blog/informix-in-the-cloud-deployment-options-and-best-practices-for-success/feed/ 0 Informix or Db2: Which Database is Right for Your Business? https://virtual-dba.com/blog/informix-or-db2-which-database-is-right-for-your-business/ https://virtual-dba.com/blog/informix-or-db2-which-database-is-right-for-your-business/#respond Wed, 10 May 2023 23:52:55 +0000 https://virtual-dba.com/?p=241577 Choosing the right database for a business can be a critical decision that impacts the organization’s overall success. In this blog post, we will explore the differences between Informix and Db2 databases and the factors to consider when choosing between them. Informix Database Informix is a relational database management system (RDBMS) that was originally developed […]

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