InfoLoad is a data loading utility for DB2 on z/OS, designed to load data from InfoUnload dumps into DB2 tables. It is part of the INFO-UTIL product suite from Infotel. InfoLoad uses optimized data transfer techniques and parallel processing to achieve high loading speeds.
The primary interface is through JCL (Job Control Language) on z/OS. Configuration parameters are specified in control cards within the JCL, including the input dataset name, the target table name, and options for error handling and data conversion. InfoLoad integrates with DB2's standard utilities and interfaces, leveraging DB2's existing interfaces for data access and manipulation.
It does not expose a separate API. InfoLoad leverages DB2's built-in security features for authentication and authorization, and relies on DB2's audit logging capabilities to track data loading activities. Access to InfoLoad is controlled through standard z/OS security mechanisms, such as RACF (Resource Access Control Facility).
The architecture involves the JCL interface, the InfoUnload input dataset, the DB2 target table, and the DB2 system itself. InfoLoad communicates directly with DB2 using standard DB2 interfaces. Competing products include IBM's LOAD utility and BMC's LOADPLUS.
InfoLoad is designed for tight integration with InfoUnload, offering optimized performance within the INFO-UTIL ecosystem. This integration can lead to reduced operational costs and improved service levels by minimizing downtime during data loading processes.