What does SYSM do?
SYSM provides email and calendar functionality within a CICS environment. It also includes support for electronic forms using SYSM Smart E-forms, enabling users to manage communications and workflows directly from their CICS terminals.
Is this a system, application, or tool?
SYSM is an application that extends the capabilities of CICS to include email and calendar functions. It provides a user interface and set of tools for managing email, scheduling appointments, and creating and processing electronic forms.
What types of organizations use this?
Organizations that rely heavily on CICS for transaction processing and want to integrate email and calendar functionality directly into their CICS environment would benefit from SYSM. This includes businesses in finance, insurance, and retail that use CICS for core operations.
When should we consider SYSM?
A company should consider SYSM when they need to provide email and calendar access to users working within a CICS environment. It is particularly useful when integrating email-based workflows with existing CICS applications and data.
What are the alternatives to SYSM?
Alternatives to SYSM include other CICS-based email solutions or integrating CICS with external email systems using custom programming. Organizations could also migrate CICS applications to more modern platforms with built-in email capabilities.