What does CA Raps do?
CA Raps is a system designed for managing and archiving print output within z/VSE and z/VM environments. It provides tools to control printers, manage POWER queues and data files, archive POWER files, and distribute reports.
Is this a system, application, or tool?
CA Raps is a system that provides comprehensive print management and report distribution capabilities. It is not merely an application or a simple tool, but a more complete solution for managing print output.
What types of organizations use this?
Organizations that rely on z/VSE or z/VM for their mainframe operations and require robust print management and report distribution capabilities are ideal users of CA Raps. These organizations often include those in banking, finance, insurance, and government sectors.
When should we consider CA Raps?
A company should consider CA Raps when they need to efficiently manage and archive print output, control printers, and distribute reports from POWER files within a z/VSE or z/VM environment. It is especially useful when needing to develop CICS transactions to create POWER spool files.
What are the alternatives to CA Raps?
Alternatives to CA Raps include other print management solutions such as Deliver and Columbus Z. These products offer similar functionalities for managing and distributing print output in mainframe environments.