CASE STUDY
Leading IT Company Upgrades Security with IBM HATS Upgrade
About The Client
The client is a leading provider of technology products and services to businesses, government entities, and educational institutions across the US, UK, and Canada. Founded in 1984, it has grown into a Fortune 500 company with approximately 15,000 employees. The company’s extensive product and service offerings and its strong commitment to customer satisfaction have earned it a reputation as a trusted partner in the IT industry.
Industry | Information Technology
Solutions | IBM HATS
Location | USA
Business Challenges
- Implementing the latest IBM HATS version for staying updated on advanced security features.
- Upgrading and migrating the IBM HATS project from v7.5 to the latest version, v9.7
- Enabling GCM Cipher is a priority for the client to ensure its operations' privacy
- Upgrading the client’s Cipher suite from CBC Cipher to GCM Cipher
Business Solutions
Our team of experts helped the client transition to the latest IBM HATS version, v9.7, with a comprehensive two-step process:
- Meticulously analyze the existing HATS project to identify potential challenges in the migration process.
- Updating the codebase and configurations to align with the syntax, features, and requirements of HATS version 9.7
- Introduced changes to the security adapter code to facilitate the use of GCM Cipher
- Knowledge transfer sessions were conducted to ensure the team was well-acquainted with the modifications.
Key Outcomes
IBM HATS Upgrade to its Latest Version
Enhanced Security Framework
Support for the Latest GCM Cipher Suit
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