Business Details
39 Years
experience
Emergency
services
OpenVMS & Database Experts Since 1987
Software Concepts International (SCI) has been the global leader in OpenVMS system and database administration since 1987. Specializing in Oracle Rdb and Oracle CODASYL DBMS databases, we deliver mission-critical support through remote management, disaster recovery, migration services, and performance optimization. Our team of full-time US-based experts brings over 30 years of hands-on experience managing complex OpenVMS environments across 12 countries.As ISO 27001 certified professionals, we combine proven methodologies with proprietary tools like SCI TranSSend and CHARON Emulator to ensure system reliability, security, and modernization. Our 24/7 emergency support and patented processes have successfully resolved database corruptions deemed unrecoverable by other providers, maintaining 99.9% uptime for clients in finance, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors worldwide.
Services
Remote DBA Services
Disaster Recovery
Migration Services
Performance Consulting
OpenVMS Administration
Emergency Support
Database Training
Software Emulation
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- 35+ years managing complex OpenVMS environments
- ISO 27001 certified information security management
- 24/7 emergency support for critical systems
- Proven migration success across 12 countries
- Developers of industry-standard tools like CHARON Emulator
Associations and certifications
- ISO 27001
What people say
24/7 emergency support
Successful data recovery
Seamless migrations
Deep technical expertise
Proven methodologies
Services
Remote DBA Services
Our 24/7 remote database administration ensures optimal performance for Oracle Rdb and CODASYL DBMS systems. Using proactive monitoring and patented tools, we maintain 99.9% uptime while reducing maintenance costs by up to 40%. Clients benefit from real-time performance tuning and automated backup solutions.
Disaster Recovery
Specialized in repairing corrupted databases considered unrecoverable by other providers. Our engineers use proprietary techniques to restore mission-critical data with minimal downtime. We guarantee recovery success through rigorous testing and validation processes.
Migration Services
Expert migration to modern x86-64 platforms with proven methodologies that minimize downtime to under 2 hours. We handle complete environment transitions including data, applications, and licensing while maintaining system integrity throughout the process.
Performance Consulting
On-site performance workshops identify bottlenecks across storage, networking, and applications. Custom solutions deliver 2X to 1000X performance improvements through code optimization and infrastructure upgrades without requiring application changes.
OpenVMS Administration
Comprehensive OpenVMS system management covering security, updates, and resource optimization. Our US-based engineers provide proactive maintenance and emergency support for both legacy and modernized environments using industry best practices.
People
Robert Gezelter
President
35+ year OpenVMS expert with leadership roles in HP's OpenVMS engineering group. Directed development of key system management tools and migration strategies used by Fortune 500 companies worldwide.
David Craig
Senior Consultant
Former Oracle Rdb development team member with expertise in database architecture and performance optimization. Leads critical migration projects for financial institutions and manufacturing enterprises.
Questions
What OpenVMS versions do you support?
We support all OpenVMS versions including Integrity, Alpha, VAX, and x86-64 platforms through 2030 with full migration path support.
Can you recover corrupted Oracle Rdb databases?
Yes, our proprietary tools and engineering expertise have successfully recovered 100% of databases deemed unrecoverable by other providers.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency support?
Yes, our Critical Recovery Services provide immediate access to OpenVMS experts 24x7 with average response time under 15 minutes.
How do you handle software licensing during migration?
We coordinate direct transfers with vendors like Oracle and HPE, maintaining existing license terms while transitioning to modern hardware platforms.
What performance improvements can I expect?
Clients typically achieve 2X to 1000X performance improvements through our optimization workshops and infrastructure modernization strategies.
Are your services available internationally?
Yes, we support clients in 12 countries with local language support and on-site assistance available through our global partner network.
