Intelligent z/OS Resource Control

With strategic Mainframe optimization, you can eliminate the compromise between performance and cost. Optimize your resource utilization and effectively manage your workload costs with zGuard. This powerful Mainframe solution extracts WLM, LPAR, processor, and other topology data from all LPARs every minute, encrypts it, and sends it to a central server for a comprehensive overview.

zGuard is an industry-leading product that offers exceptional capabilities in the z/OS domain, specifically in terms of resource optimization, cost management, and mainframe capping.

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REAL TIME ALERTING & MONITORING

zGuard enables you to optimize resource allocation, effectively handle your workload, and optimize your costs. Every minute, zGuard continuously collects vital information such as WLM, LPAR, processor, and other related data from every LPAR, secures it through encryption, and channels it to a central server for a comprehensive perspective.

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AUTOMATED LPAR HMC CONFIGURATION

zGuard enables you to perfectly manage and control your daily workloads and tailor your optimization algorithms to your requirements. The calculated values enable an interactive HiperDispatch ranking of your LPARs, allowing you to unlock the full potential of your platform.

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EXPERT SUPPORT

EXPERTS IN PERFORMANCE TUNING & CAPACITY PLANNING

Our services enhance your mainframe’s performance and cost-effectiveness. We specialize in advanced performance tuning, capacity planning, and understanding IBM Software Pricing Models. We also fine-tune PR/SM Weighting and Logical CP Configurations. Should you have expertise gaps, our consultants are ready to assist. All analyses are conducted using standard RMF/SMF data, complemented by our z/OS tools.

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A CLOSER LOOK

use your mainframe to its full potential

As a result of the shift to higher performance requirements across industries in the wake of the 2020 pandemic, businesses are looking for ways to optimize the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of their mainframes.

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unlock mainframe KPI REPORTING

Our comprehensive and adaptable z/OS tools empower you to efficiently manage and control your daily Mainframe workloads, leading to optimized performance and cost savings.

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mainframe capacity planning guide

In this guide, we’ll explore the Mainframe capacity planning process, including how to create a capacity planning template and how to use it effectively with the help of the zOptimization platform.

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WEBINARS & VIDEOS

REDUCE MLC COSTS WITH ZWR & ZGUARD

Discover how zWorkload Reporter and zGuard can boost your savings by enhancing efficiency with Workload Management and configuration choices. Ensure your Mainframe system runs at its peak and uncover opportunities to reduce MSU levels.

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intelligent mainframe workload management

Our comprehensive and adaptable z/OS tools empower you to efficiently manage and control your daily Mainframe workloads, leading to optimized performance and cost savings.

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