In today’s digital landscape, integrating mainframe data with modern applications is essential for organizations aiming to maintain a competitive edge. VirtualZ’s new Mainframe Data Access for WSO2 Enterprise Integrator solution offers a groundbreaking solution that enables real-time, read-write access to IBM Z mainframe data, facilitating seamless integration with WSO2 Enterprise Integrator. By leveraging Lozen™ and Lozen’s OpenAPI Connector, businesses can effectively harness their mainframe data, streamline operations, and drive innovation.
What is WSO2 Enterprise Integrator?
WSO2 Enterprise Integrator is a comprehensive integration platform that empowers organizations to connect applications, services, and data sources across on-premises and cloud environments.
With capabilities such as data integration, service orchestration, and API management, WSO2 allows businesses to create scalable and flexible integrations, enhancing internal processes and fostering collaboration with partners and customers.
What is OpenAPI?
OpenAPI is an open standard for defining APIs that simplifies the integration of services from various providers.
Lozen’s OpenAPI Connector adheres to this standard, enabling users to access mainframe data, such as VSAM files, from any OpenAPI-compliant application, including WSO2 Enterprise Integrator.
This compatibility allows seamless interaction with mainframe data using familiar OpenAPI constructs, eliminating the need for custom coding.
Integration Details
With WSO2 Enterprise Integrator, users can create automated workflows that connect data from diverse sources, including databases, cloud applications, and mainframe data through the Lozen OpenAPI Connector.
This integration allows users to read or update mainframe datasets as easily as they do with other data sources. The process is entirely declarative, requiring no custom coding; users simply configure the OpenAPI object to connect to the desired Lozen server.
Key Features of Lozen’s OpenAPI Connector
- Seamless Integration: Effortlessly access mainframe data from WSO2 workflows without the need for custom coding.
- Real-Time Access: Automate workflows requiring immediate interaction with mainframe datasets.
- Declarative Configuration: Simplified setup through an intuitive interface.
Step-by-Step Process for Configuring Lozen with WSO2 Enterprise Integrator
- Setup Lozen: Install the Lozen OpenAPI Connector and configure the connection to your IBM Z environment.
- Define OpenAPI Objects: Create OpenAPI objects representing the mainframe data you wish to access, ensuring they comply with the OpenAPI specification.
- Embed OpenAPI Calls in WSO2 Workflows: Use the WSO2 integration design environment to embed OpenAPI calls into your workflows, allowing for reading and writing mainframe data.
- Test and Monitor: Run and monitor your WSO2 workflows to ensure data is accurately retrieved from and written to the mainframe.
Additional Lozen Capabilities
Beyond basic integration, Lozen provides advanced features:
- On-Demand Data Access: Quickly retrieve and update mainframe data as needed.
- Broad Compatibility: Lozen supports various application environments, offering flexibility for integration with different systems.
- Comprehensive Data Handling: Automate complex data transformations to ensure compatibility with modern applications.
Benefits of Using Lozen for WSO2 Enterprise Integrator
- No-Code Simplicity: Lozen’s no-code interface simplifies the integration process, allowing teams to focus on building workflows rather than managing data pipelines.
- Efficiency: Automated workflows reduce the time it takes to access and manipulate mainframe data, speeding up business processes.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Minimizing manual coding and complex data migrations helps organizations save on development and operational costs.
- Real-Time Insights: Seamless data access enables organizations to leverage real-time information from their mainframe systems, enhancing decision-making.
Conclusion
Lozen transforms how organizations access and integrate mainframe data within WSO2 Enterprise Integrator, enabling automation and real-time insights without the complexity of traditional data management. By providing a straightforward, no-code solution for accessing VSAM and other mainframe datasets, Lozen empowers organizations to modernize their workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
If your organization seeks a scalable, efficient solution for integrating mainframe data with WSO2 Enterprise Integrator, consider Lozen. This innovative connector provides a robust framework for unlocking the value of your mainframe data in today’s cloud-driven landscape.