Presto instantly transforms IBM i green screens to web pages and gives endless possibilities to enhance them

Presto is the most flexible Web GUI for green screens. You can use it to web enable your green screen apps to different levels:

Presto doesn't require you to recompile programs or change RPG, COBOL or DDS code and source code isn't needed. Web enabling with Presto is not only the most flexible choice but the smartest one too since there's no need to add PC Software, ActiveX, WebSphere, Windows Servers, and no need to buy any new IBM i software.

Presto gives your users browser based access to existing RPG or COBOL applications and menus in a modern look that is easier for users to navigate. You’ll also find training new users will be simplifed with this new modern interface.

Extend the life of your 5250 applications

Presto extends the life of your 5250 applications and gives you the results upper management has been demanding by helping you instantly achieve your IBM i Modernization goals.

Use your existing development staff to rapidly web enable your apps and further enhance the appearance and functionality of your screens. Add pop-up calendars, item images, Google Maps, graphs, drop down boxes, links to allow mouse navigation and more. Presto gives you full access and control to the client side code to integrate new UI elements, AJAX, and SOA / web services functionality and even add data from other sources.

Presto Highlights

• No RPG, COBOL or DDS source code changes
• Zero 5250 OLTP - uses100% batch processes.
• Global options give all your apps an instant modern web look.
• Presto’s IDE provides full control to customize screens.
• Runs in a browser with no other PC software required.
• Innovative licensing options. Choose base, concurrent or unlimited user licensing options to fit your budget needs.
• Instant Results: Install and configure Presto in less than an hour.
• Enterprise Ready: Environments and Multi-Language Support
• Windows IDE for 100% control of client side code customization.
• On the Fly screen identification with minimal rule creation requirements.
• Retains IBM i specific emulator characteristics.
• Optional Free* Nexus Portal for app frameworks, Dashboards, Web menus, Controlled access to Apps. * with paid maintenance

Modernize at your pace according to your needs and skill set

Rapidly convert entire green screen applications to the web with Presto, then further enhance those web-enabled screens at your pace, screen by screen or program by program. Presto provides much faster results than tools that web-enable one screen at a time. It's also a much smaller investment than re-writing or re-engineering your applications in a web development language. Presto provides an easy transition to web development for RPG and COBOL programmers. Presto gives you the option to use it as a stepping stone to creating new web applications in CGI or PHP or as a long-term web-based solution. You can also combine Presto with BCD's other web development solutions to give you complete flexibility in choosing your modernization path.

"The time and money it would take to accomplish what Presto allowed us to do in-house, is hardly fathomable…. It allows you to enhance just about anything you can dream up…. Both options are possible with Presto. That's the beauty of it... Flexibility!"

— Felicia Krubl, PA National Van Lines, Inc.

Presto is part of BCD’s ClearPATH Modernization Suite

Build your own integrated IBM i Modernization Suite
- Select one or more components

For more details visit the ClearPATH Modernization Suite page

Modernization means different things to different people. BCD is the only IBM i vendor who offers a family of award winning integrated modernization components that lets you build your own customized solution.

Complete BCD’s modernization profile questionnaire. In return you’ll receive a detailed, customized modernization report. ClearPath™ also includes WebSmart for new IBM i or multi-platform rapid web application development (PHP or RPG CGI), Clover Query for real-time System i web queries, reports and dashboards and Catapult for automated report distribution and web archiving. Host any of these components with Nexus Portal for a secure single point of access to application frameworks and content management. Choose one component, a combination of them to build a customized solution, or the entire modernization suite.

Why BCD is the right choice for IBM i Modernization

• Proven Award Winning Solutions: BCD has successfully helped thousands of organizations modernize their applications and processes. We’ve proudly received 40 Industry Awards along the way.
• Industry Leader: BCD has over 30 years of experience in the IBM i and midrange marketplace and we understand how IBM i developers and IT shops think and work.
• World Class Technical Support: Our technical support team is consistently rated one of the best in the industry. You will receive unlimited phone, email and web support for the life of your support agreement and during your evaluation.
• Professional Services: BCD offers Professional Services that include jump-start, tandem and complete project development. Call us at (630) 986-0800 to discuss your upcoming projects and needs.
• BCD Clients include: Starbucks, Formica, Universal Music Int’l, Cardinal Health, Prada, Bank of America, Bristol-Myers Squibb, General Electric Canada, Canon, Konica Minolta, Honeywell, Goodyear, Kawasaki, United Rentals, Cities, Counties, Universities, Insurance, Banks, Hospitals, Retail, Manufacturing, Distribution, Transportation and many thousands more.

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