FTPSweeper

FTPSweeper provides automated file retrieval and processing from remote FTP servers, designed for z/OS environments. The architecture likely consists of the following components: * **FTP Client:** Handles communication with remote FTP servers using standard FTP protocols. It supports authentication methods such as username/password and potentially certificate-based authentication for FTPS.

* **File Processor:** Processes retrieved files based on configured actions. This includes saving files locally, outputting them to JES spool, or wrapping their content in JCL for batch submission. * **Job Submitter:** Submits JCL-wrapped file content as batch jobs to the z/OS system.

* **Configuration Manager:** Manages configuration parameters, including FTP server connection details, file selection criteria, and processing options. Configuration is likely stored in configuration files. These components communicate through internal APIs or messaging queues.

FTPSweeper integrates with z/OS through JES spool and JCL submission. Competing products include IBM Sterling Connect:Direct and Globalscape EFT. FTPSweeper distinguishes itself with its focus on z/OS integration and JES spool output.