What does Application Checker do?
Application Checker is a z/OS-based tool that automatically monitors the availability of TCP/IP applications. It attempts to establish TCP connections to remote applications to verify their availability and records response times. The tool also generates reports on unavailable resources.
Is this a system, application, or tool?
Application Checker is an application and a tool set. It provides a specific function (application availability monitoring) and offers tools for reporting and analysis of that data.
What types of organizations use this?
Organizations that rely on z/OS and need to ensure the continuous availability of TCP/IP applications would benefit from Application Checker. This includes enterprises in industries such as banking, finance, insurance, and any business with critical mainframe-based applications.
When should we consider Application Checker?
A company should consider using Application Checker when they experience disruptions or need proactive monitoring of TCP/IP application availability on z/OS. It is particularly useful when application downtime directly impacts business operations or revenue.
What are the alternatives to Application Checker?
Alternatives to Application Checker include general-purpose network monitoring tools, application performance monitoring (APM) solutions, and custom scripting. However, these may not be specifically designed for z/OS or provide the same level of integration with the mainframe environment.