What does PILOT/SMF do?
PILOT/SMF is a tool designed to clean up, archive, and format System Management Facilities (SMF) records on z/OS systems. It helps organizations manage and optimize their SMF data for improved processing and analysis. The product addresses the challenges of managing large volumes of SMF data, ensuring its accessibility and usability for reporting and auditing purposes.
Is this a system, application, or tool?
PILOT/SMF is a toolset designed to enhance the management and usability of SMF data. It provides functionalities for data cleanup, archiving, and formatting, making it easier to process and analyze SMF records. It is not a system or application in itself, but rather a utility that works with existing z/OS systems.
What types of organizations use this?
Organizations that rely on z/OS systems and generate significant volumes of SMF data are ideal candidates for PILOT/SMF. This includes enterprises in industries such as banking, finance, insurance, and government. Any organization that needs to efficiently manage and analyze SMF data for compliance, auditing, or performance monitoring can benefit from this product.
When should we consider PILOT/SMF?
A company should consider using PILOT/SMF when they experience challenges related to managing and processing SMF data. This includes situations where SMF data volumes are growing rapidly, processing times are increasing, or the data needs to be formatted for specific reporting or analysis requirements. It is also useful when needing to archive SMF data for long-term storage and compliance.
What are the alternatives to PILOT/SMF?
Alternatives to PILOT/SMF include other SMF management tools and utilities available for z/OS, such as SMFUTIL and SMF Director. Some organizations may also opt to develop custom scripts or programs to manage their SMF data. However, these alternatives may lack the comprehensive features and ease of use provided by PILOT/SMF.