M81 launches new version 4.01 of control for i, revolutionizing monitoring for IBM i systems

Date: May 16, 2025

M81- Software house (ISV) specializing in IBM i- is proud to announce the release of version 4.01 of its product, Control for i.

Designed to integrate IBM i seamlessly with existing monitoring tools, Control for i allows organizations to monitor their IBM i systems efficiently, providing over 180 specific controls to ensure optimal performance and security. This powerful tool empowers IT teams to proactively address potential issues, enhancing overall system reliability and user experience.

Version 4.01 introduces key features that enhance security, performance, and usability, enabling businesses to optimize the monitoring of their IBM i systems.

It now offers encrypted communication between the monitoring product and IBM i partitions, ensuring data security. Additionally, a new System and Application Report module allows users to generate detailed reports on critical aspects such as disk space usage, memory, hardware incidents, and backup statuses.

Other notable improvements include a new “Scenarios” module that analyzes messages from system logs and triggers actions accordingly. This version also features better license management with a new 42-digit key format and enhances attack protection through improved access permissions based on authorization lists.

“This update reflects our commitment to continuous innovation and customer satisfaction,” says Pascal RUCKEBUSCH, CTO of M81. “After seven years of development in a DevOps environment, Control for i V4.01 is a perfect example of our ability to meet market challenges while providing robust and scalable solutions.”

The upgrade to version 4.01 is free for all customers with a maintenance contract. This new version is compatible with IBM i V7R3, V7R4, and V7R5.

For more information about Control for i V4.01 and to discover how this solution can transform your IBM i system monitoring, please visit https://www.m81.eu/control-for-i/.

About M81
M81 is a software house (ISV) specializing in the IBM i environment, providing innovative solutions that enable businesses to enhance operational efficiency and resilience. It offers 2 solutions: Control for I (see above) and Flash for i: no longer impact IBM i production for backups, Save21, recovery copies, data extraction, or to refresh your test environments. With over 1,600 LPARs installed, 750 + user companies in 26 countries, M81 is committed to delivering advanced management tools and unparalleled support to its customers.