Case Study: BT reduces Informix maintenance costs with Origina

BT saves on Informix maintenance costs with Origina, supporting EE’s 5G network for over half the UK

BT, a leading global communications company, faced a challenge after acquiring EE, which relied on a complex and customized IBM Informix database. With an IBM contract renewal approaching, BT needed a high-quality maintenance partner to support this business-critical system without compromising on service. They turned to Origina for support.

Origina provided responsive, hands-on maintenance for the Informix environment, developing a close working relationship with BT's technical team. This collaboration evolved into a strategic partnership, with Origina offering insights that helped align BT's software estate with its broader IT strategy. As a result, BT slashed its long-term maintenance costs, ensured continuity of support after IBM divested the product, and benefited from high-quality service, enabling EE to become the UK's premier 5G provider.

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