BCL (Baer Consulting)

BCL (Baer Consulting)

Premier mainframe services provider for over 40 years specializing in mainframe-as-a-service and legacy modernization for mid-market customers.

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About BCL (Baer Consulting)

Baer Consulting LLC (BCL) is a mainframe IT consulting and managed services company founded in 1982 that helps enterprises operate, modernize, migrate, and maintain critical IBM mainframe and IBM i systems. With deep expertise in legacy environments such as z/OS, z/VSE, IBM i (iSeries/AS/400) and related platforms, BCL delivers comprehensive services including Mainframe as a Service (MFaaS), managed 24/7 support, disaster recovery, hosting/co-location, data migration, performance optimization, and modernization. The company supports hybrid cloud models and works with clients across industries — such as financial services, healthcare, government, insurance, and logistics — to optimize uptime, reduce costs, and extend the life and value of established mainframe investments.

Editorial Review

Our take on BCL (Baer Consulting)

BCL (Baer Consulting) has maintained an unrivaled tradition of excellence in mainframe consulting services throughout the United States for over 40 years. As a premier mainframe service provider focused on mid-market customers, BCL offers personalized attention that larger competitors often cannot match.

The company's expertise spans the full spectrum of mainframe services including consolidation, relocation, disaster recovery, storage management, and sunsetting services. Their mainframe-as-a-service platform meets strict security standards while offering the agility organizations need to evolve their IT environments.

BCL's modernization approach emphasizes practical solutions that align IT services with business priorities while lowering operating costs. Their deep understanding of the public sector's compliance landscape makes them particularly valuable for government agencies and defense contractors undertaking modernization initiatives.

Testimonials from clients across federal government, healthcare, and financial services highlight BCL's responsiveness, technical depth, and ability to deliver modernization without disrupting critical operations. For organizations seeking a dedicated partner rather than a massive global provider, BCL offers compelling advantages.

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Experience

15+ Years

Established in 1982. Over 15 years of experience.

Company

Small Team

Small (11-50)

Awards & Recognition

Rankings earned on AgencyCluster

Top 50 Legacy Modernization - 2026

Top 50 Legacy Modernization

Nationwide · 2026

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About BCL (Baer Consulting)

Common questions about BCL (Baer Consulting).

Where does BCL (Baer Consulting) rank on AgencyCluster?

BCL (Baer Consulting) has earned rankings on 1 AgencyCluster list: Top 50 Legacy Modernization. Their highest AgencyCluster Score is 59/100. Rankings are merit-based and determined by evidence across six evaluation pillars — agencies cannot pay for higher positions.

What are BCL (Baer Consulting)'s strengths according to AgencyCluster?

In our evaluation for Legacy Modernization, BCL (Baer Consulting) scores 59/100 overall. Their strongest areas are Reputation. A high Reputation score reflects consistent, positive presence across multiple third-party review platforms. Areas with room for improvement include Freshness.

How long has BCL (Baer Consulting) been in business?

BCL (Baer Consulting) was founded in 1982, giving them over three decades of experience in legacy modernization. In an industry where many agencies are less than 5 years old, 44+ years of sustained operations signals stability, client retention, and the ability to adapt through multiple technology cycles. Today, the team is small team.

Is BCL (Baer Consulting) a verified agency?

Yes. BCL (Baer Consulting) has been vetted and verified by AgencyCluster's editorial team through a rigorous, multi-factor review process. Unlike self-serve directories, AgencyCluster does not accept automated submissions — every agency is evaluated manually before being published. Our vetting covers identity verification (website, LinkedIn, domain age), business legitimacy (years of operation, team size, registered presence), evidence of work (case studies, portfolio, client outcomes), reputation checks across third-party platforms, activeness and freshness of their online presence, and screening for red flags including misconduct, fraud, or misleading claims. Agencies that fail any critical check are not listed. For BCL (Baer Consulting), verified signals include a functioning website, LinkedIn company profile, 44+ years of operating history (founded 1982), 1 earned ranking on curated top lists.