The Dawn of Unparalleled IBM i Performance
Performance Reviews
Keep your applications snappy with regular examination of all performance variables — CPU, Memory, and Disk utilization, Wait Accounting data, and system configuration.
Performance Diagnostics
Dawn uses advanced tools to pinpoint the root causes of any issues discovered during the review phase and delivers recommendations to optimize performance.
In-Depth Systems Training
Teach your in-house staff to stay on top of system performance with in-depth training on IBM i performance tools and work management best practices.
Testimonials

Gordon, Systems Engineer, IBM i on Power Systems, Retail Industry
I recently attended Common’s PowerUp 18 conference in San Antonio. Dawn May had a series of sessions on the native Performance Tools that was very informative. In the very first session I learned I could license Job Watcher for helping diagnosis performance and contention issues. The information I gained from Dawn’s sessions alone made attending PowerUp worth the time and money. I highly recommend Dawn’s sessions to Systems Engineers as well as Developers.”

Alan Seiden, Seiden Group
An astute technical troubleshooter, an energetic advocate for IBM i, an exemplar of deep expertise, Dawn has helped countless organizations to succeed and prosper with IBM i.”

VP, Information Technology, Global Logistics Industry
In about 4 days, Dawn was able to pinpoint our systems bottlenecks and prioritize our efforts, resulting in a 20% reduction of CPU.”

Photo Credit: David Bowman
© IBM // Rochester, MN
January 2018
About Dawn May
Dawn May is a leading authority on work management, systems management, performance, and diagnostics, with intimate knowledge of the IBM i operating system developed through her distinguished career with IBM.
Today, as an independent consultant, she focuses her skills on helping companies troubleshoot issues and plan for the future while teaching them how to get the most out of their IBM i systems.
Dawn is the author of the i Can blog published by IBM Systems Magazine; a frequent speaker at local user group meetings, IBM i conferences around the world; and an innovator with five patents.
In her spare time, Dawn enjoys the art of photography, sewing, baking bread, and playing the piano.
Upcoming Speaking Engagements
COMMON 2018 Fall Conference and Expo
October 15-17, 2018, Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
Dawn will present:
- POWER PICK: IBM i Navigator Performance Tasks
- Introduction to the IBM i Performance Data Investigator
- Predictive Performance Management
- Best Practices for IBM i Performance Management
- IBM i Services for the System Administrator
Webinar: IBM i Performance with Dawn May
October 30 and 31, November 1
Northeast User Groups: FASUG, LISUG, and NESTU
November 13, 14, 15