What does TWSeasy do?
TWSeasy is a set of tools and utilities designed to enhance the functionality of Tivoli Workload Scheduler (TWS) on z/OS. It provides capabilities for database management, application definition, job scheduling, and JCL simulation with variable substitution. The tools aim to simplify and automate TWS-related tasks.
Is this a system, application, or tool?
TWSeasy is a tool set designed to extend and simplify the use of Tivoli Workload Scheduler. It provides utilities for managing the TWS database, defining applications, scheduling jobs, and simulating JCL with TWS variables. It is not a standalone system or application, but rather a collection of tools that enhance an existing TWS environment.
What types of organizations use this?
Organizations that rely on Tivoli Workload Scheduler for batch processing and job scheduling on z/OS mainframes are the typical users. This includes enterprises in industries such as banking, finance, insurance, and retail that require robust and automated workload management.
When should we consider TWSeasy?
A company should consider using TWSeasy when they need to streamline TWS database management, simplify application definition and job scheduling, or improve the accuracy of JCL execution through variable simulation. It is particularly useful when dealing with mass changes or deletions in the TWS database.
What are the alternatives to TWSeasy?
Alternatives to TWSeasy include other TWS enhancement tools or custom-developed scripts and utilities. Some organizations may also consider upgrading to newer workload automation platforms that offer similar functionality. Specific competing products include VISUALjob EPD, Rocket OpsCentral, and Workload Planner.