What are some common CA JOBTRAC commands?

Common commands include: LIST (displaying job information), MODIFY (changing job attributes), FORCE (forcing job execution), and DELETE (removing jobs).

Where are job definitions and configuration parameters stored?

Job definitions are stored in the CA JOBTRAC database, which can be either a VSAM or a DB2 database. Configuration parameters are stored in parmlib members.

Does CA JOBTRAC have an API?

While CA JOBTRAC does not expose a standard REST API, it offers a COM (Component Object Model) interface for programmatic access. This allows integration with languages like VBscript or Powershell.

What are the main system components and how do they communicate?

The main components are the CA JOBTRAC server, the database (VSAM or DB2), and the agent running on the z/OS system. Communication occurs through standard z/OS inter-process communication mechanisms.

What is the business value of CA JOBTRAC?

CA JOBTRAC reduces manual effort in batch processing, leading to improved operational efficiency and reduced costs. It ensures timely completion of critical batch jobs, minimizing business disruptions.

How does CA JOBTRAC improve IT productivity?

By automating batch scheduling, CA JOBTRAC allows IT staff to focus on more strategic initiatives, improving overall IT productivity.

How does CA JOBTRAC provide better control over batch processing?

CA JOBTRAC provides centralized control and monitoring of batch jobs, enabling better visibility and control over batch processing operations.

What authentication methods are supported by CA JOBTRAC?

CA JOBTRAC supports authentication through RACF (Resource Access Control Facility), ACF2, and Top Secret. These are z/OS security managers.

What access control model is used by CA JOBTRAC?

CA JOBTRAC uses an Access Control List (ACL) model to control access to jobs and resources. Permissions are granted to users or groups based on their roles.

What encryption is used and where?

CA JOBTRAC encrypts sensitive data, such as passwords, stored in the database. Encryption algorithms used include AES (Advanced Encryption Standard).

What audit/logging capabilities exist?

CA JOBTRAC provides audit logging of user activities and system events. These logs can be used for security monitoring and compliance purposes.

What administrative interfaces are available?

CA JOBTRAC provides administrative interfaces through ISPF panels and TSO commands. These interfaces are used to configure and manage the system.

How is user management handled?

User management is handled through the z/OS security managers (RACF, ACF2, Top Secret). CA JOBTRAC leverages these security managers for user authentication and authorization.

What are the main configuration parameters?

Key configuration parameters include database connection settings, security settings, and scheduling parameters. These parameters are stored in parmlib members.

What monitoring/logging capabilities exist?

CA JOBTRAC provides monitoring capabilities through ISPF panels and SMF (System Management Facilities) records. These tools allow administrators to monitor job execution and system performance.

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CA JOBTRAC

Name: CA JOBTRAC
Availability: InStock

Broadcom Supported z/OS

Batch Automation

Vendor

Broadcom

Product Overview

The CA JOBTRAC architecture consists of several key components. The central component is the CA JOBTRAC server, which manages job scheduling and execution. It interacts with a VSAM or DB2 database that stores job definitions, schedules, and other configuration data.

Agents running on z/OS systems execute the jobs according to the defined schedules. Communication between the server and agents occurs through standard z/OS inter-process communication mechanisms. Users interact with the system through ISPF panels and TSO commands.

The COM interface provides programmatic access for integration with other applications. Security is enforced through integration with z/OS security managers (RACF, ACF2, Top Secret) and an ACL model. Key configuration parameters are stored in parmlib members.

CA JOBTRAC uses Dynamic Allocation (SVC 99) to allocate datasets and JES to submit and manage jobs. Monitoring is performed through ISPF panels and SMF records. Competing products like IBM Workload Scheduler and BMC Control-M offer similar architectures, but CA JOBTRAC's specific implementation details and integration points may differ.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CA JOBTRAC and what does it do?

CA JOBTRAC automates and manages batch job scheduling on z/OS systems. It provides features for defining job dependencies, scheduling jobs based on time or events, and monitoring job execution.

What underlying z/OS facilities does CA JOBTRAC utilize?

CA JOBTRAC uses the Dynamic Allocation (SVC 99) to allocate datasets. It also uses the JES (Job Entry Subsystem) to submit and manage jobs.

How do users interact with CA JOBTRAC?

The primary interface is through ISPF panels and TSO commands. Jobs and schedules are defined using JCL (Job Control Language) and CA JOBTRAC-specific control statements.

With what other products does CA JOBTRAC integrate?

CA JOBTRAC integrates with other Broadcom products like CA Workload Automation AE (formerly CA AutoSys) and CA View. It can also integrate with third-party monitoring and reporting tools.

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Product Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CA JOBTRAC and what does it do?

What underlying z/OS facilities does CA JOBTRAC utilize?

How do users interact with CA JOBTRAC?

With what other products does CA JOBTRAC integrate?

What are some common CA JOBTRAC commands?

Where are job definitions and configuration parameters stored?

Does CA JOBTRAC have an API?

What are the main system components and how do they communicate?

What is the business value of CA JOBTRAC?

How does CA JOBTRAC improve IT productivity?

How does CA JOBTRAC provide better control over batch processing?

What authentication methods are supported by CA JOBTRAC?

What access control model is used by CA JOBTRAC?

What encryption is used and where?

What audit/logging capabilities exist?

What administrative interfaces are available?

How is user management handled?

What are the main configuration parameters?

What monitoring/logging capabilities exist?

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