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OPERTUNE for DB2 is a utility designed to streamline DB2 administration on z/OS. Its primary function is to enable online modification of DB2 DSNZPARM parameters, eliminating the need for DB2 restarts. Key commands include MODIFY for parameter changes, and commands for managing DDF settings and canceling threads. The system comprises a CLI for user interaction and interfaces with the DB2...

OPS/ConsoleMaster is a console automation solution designed for z/OS and zVSE/VSEn environments. It reduces operational costs by automating manual tasks and improving system availability through faster response times. The system comprises key components such as the Message Monitor, Automation Engine, and Operator Interface. It integrates with existing systems via a native API. Key commands include `ADDMSG`, `DELMSG`, `ROUTE`, and `OPER`....

OPS/DiskMaster is a critical component for managing disk storage in z/VSE environments. It provides a CLI for executing commands such as ALLOCATE, DELETE, LISTDS, and OPTIMIZE. The native API allows for integration with other z/VSE applications. Key components include the command processor, configuration manager, and logging module. Authentication leverages z/VSE security features. Compared to other disk management tools, OPS/DiskMaster offers...

OPS/JCLMaster is a critical tool for automating and streamlining batch job processing on z/OS and zVSE/VSEn platforms. It provides robust variable substitution capabilities at job submission time, reducing manual intervention and minimizing errors. The core functionality revolves around defining variables, setting their values, and substituting these values into JCL statements. Key components include the Variable Definition Manager, the Substitution Engine,...

OPS/Jobmaster is a batch job scheduling and automation solution for z/OS and z/VSE environments. The system automates job submission, dependency management, and monitoring. Key components include the Jobmaster Controller, Scheduler, and Event Manager. The system uses a command-line interface (CLI) for administration. Common commands include SUBMIT, CANCEL, and STATUS. User management integrates with existing security systems like RACF. The system...

OPS/MVS is designed to automate z/OS operations by monitoring system messages and events and triggering automated responses based on defined rules. These rules can be defined using EasyRule, an ISPF panel-driven interface that allows staff without programming knowledge to create automation rules, or through Ops/REXX for more complex logic and integration. Key commands include ADDRESS OPSCTL for executing Ops/REXX commands,...

OPS/RunMaster is a critical component for automating batch job recovery on z/OS and z/VSE/VSEn platforms. It minimizes downtime by automatically restarting failed jobs based on predefined rules. The system comprises key components: the Monitor, Rule Engine, Action Processor, and Configuration Manager. The Monitor detects job failures, the Rule Engine evaluates rules, and the Action Processor executes restart actions. Configuration is...

OPS/ServerMaster provides a comprehensive solution for managing z/VSE environments, focusing on automation, monitoring, and control. Key components include the ServerMaster Control Center, Automation Engine, Resource Monitor, and Event Processor. The product offers a CLI and GUI for administration, with a native API for integration. The system uses TCP/IP for communication and supports password-based authentication and LDAP integration. RBAC is used...

OPS/TapeMaster provides comprehensive tape management capabilities for mainframe environments. The core components include the Tape Management Engine, Automation Server, Reporting Module, and Security Manager. The system uses a REST API for programmatic access, with endpoints for tape allocation, mount/unmount operations, and reporting. Communication occurs over HTTP/HTTPS and TCP/IP. Key commands include ALLOCATE, MOUNT, UNLOAD, AUDIT, and REPORT, executed via the...

OPTI-AUD is a tool designed for analyzing and auditing COBOL applications running on zVSE/VSEn mainframe systems. It provides capabilities for identifying active and inactive programs and datasets, scanning COBOL source code for date-related functions, and analyzing COBOL batch resource usage to identify bottlenecks. This helps organizations gain better visibility into their COBOL application landscape and optimize performance. This tool addresses...

OPTI-CACHE is a system-level software solution designed to optimize disk I/O performance within z/VSE environments. It addresses the business problem of slow application response times caused by frequent disk access. By implementing intelligent disk caching, OPTI-CACHE reduces the time required to retrieve data, leading to improved application performance and increased transaction throughput. Without OPTI-CACHE, organizations may experience performance bottlenecks, impacting...

Opti-Q is a mail presort application tailored for the Canadian postal system, operating on z/OS. It optimizes mail files to reduce postage costs and ensure compliance with Canada Post regulations. The system's architecture includes components such as the Mail File Analyzer, Sorter, and Documentation Generator. These components work together to parse mail files, sort mail pieces, and generate necessary reports....

OPTI-TAPE is a virtual tape system (VTS) for z/VSE environments, designed to replace physical tape with disk-based storage. It addresses the challenges of managing and maintaining physical tape libraries, offering improved performance and reduced costs. The system integrates seamlessly with existing z/VSE environments, requiring no changes to application JCL or tape management procedures. Key benefits include lower operational expenses through...

OPTI-WORKLOAD is a workload management solution designed to optimize CPU allocation within CICS and z/VSE environments. It addresses the business problem of ensuring that critical applications receive adequate resources, especially during peak demand. Without OPTI-WORKLOAD, organizations may experience performance bottlenecks, leading to slower response times and potential service disruptions. This product is particularly beneficial for organizations in industries like finance...

Optim Access for DB2, developed by Princeton Softech and later integrated into Infosphere Optim, provided capabilities for browsing and editing DB2 databases on z/OS. Its primary function was to facilitate the modification of test data, streamlining testing and development processes. The product's architecture likely included client-server components for data access and manipulation. While specific command syntax and API details are...

Optim Compare for DB2 was a tool designed to compare data within DB2 databases, primarily for test and baseline comparisons. Key features included the ability to compare data, schema, and other database objects. The tool used a command-line interface, with commands like COMPARE, REPORT, and SET. Configuration was managed through configuration files specifying database connections, comparison criteria, and report settings....

Optim Database Relationship Analyzer was designed to assist database administrators in understanding and managing DB2 database schemas on z/OS. The tool's primary function was to discover and visualize relationships between tables, providing a graphical representation of dependencies. Key components included a z/OS-based component for database interaction and a Windows client for user interaction and visualization. The product was included in...

The Optimization Subroutine Library (OSL) provided a suite of mathematical programming subroutines designed to solve optimization problems. It supported FORTRAN, PL/I, APL/2, and C. Key components included subroutines for linear programming (e.g., `LPOPT`), quadratic programming (e.g., `QPOPT`), and mixed integer programming (e.g., `MIOOPT`). The command structure involved calling these subroutines directly from the user's code, passing in the problem data...

Optimize DB2 is a comprehensive suite of tools for managing and optimizing Db2 performance on z/OS. The suite includes several key components: EZ-Tracer for real-time monitoring and tracing of SQL statements; EZ-Cache to improve data access speeds; EZ-SQL Warehouse for storing and analyzing SQL performance data; EZ-Alerts for proactive monitoring and notification of performance issues; EZ-Index Analyzer and EZ-Index Optimizer...

Optimize for Infrastructure provides comprehensive performance monitoring for ADABAS, Natural, and other Software AG products. The system comprises three main components: the Data Collector, the Performance Server, and the Web-based User Interface. The Data Collector gathers performance metrics, the Performance Server processes and stores the data, and the Web UI provides a user-friendly interface for analysis. The system offers real-time...