Migrating mainframe workloads to CockroachDB is not just about data movement—it requires intelligent transformation, seamless integration, and real-time access. VirtualZ Computing’s patented technology enables a smooth migration to CockroachDB, eliminating complexity and accelerating the transition with the following solutions:
PropelZ™: Seamless Mainframe Data Extraction & Transformation
- Extract mainframe data in real-time from VSAM, Db2, IMS, Datacom, and IDMS without replication.
- Convert legacy formats (EBCDIC to ASCII, COBOL copybooks to structured SQL).
- Load transformed data directly into CockroachDB with no manual intervention.
Lozen™: Direct, Real-Time Mainframe Data Access
- Enable cloud-based applications to query mainframe data without requiring costly ETL or Change Data Capture (CDC) processes.
- Support hybrid-cloud environments by allowing CockroachDB workloads to access mainframe data in real time.
- Reduce migration risk by providing a phased approach to CockroachDB adoption while keeping mainframe systems operational.
Zaac™: Hybrid Cloud Storage & Business Continuity
- Enable instant mainframe storage integration with cloud-based databases like CockroachDB.
- Support disaster recovery and compliance by securely moving legacy data to CockroachDB while maintaining accessibility.
- Reduce storage costs by eliminating reliance on expensive mainframe disk and tape storage solutions.
Use Cases: How VirtualZ and CockroachDB Drive Modernization
AI-Driven Analytics and Machine Learning
Organizations looking to leverage AI and machine learning need real-time access to mainframe data. VirtualZ enables seamless integration between mainframe transaction data and CockroachDB, allowing businesses to:
- Train AI models on historical transaction records.
- Perform predictive analytics on real-time mainframe data.
- Enhance business intelligence platforms such as Tableau, Snowflake, and Power BI.
Application Modernization & SaaS Integration
Legacy applications built on COBOL and CICS need a scalable, cloud-native backend like CockroachDB. VirtualZ solutions:
- Enable CockroachDB to function as a real-time, high-performance database for modernized applications.
- Provide direct access to mainframe data for SaaS applications, e-commerce platforms, and customer-facing portals.
- Accelerate VSAM-to-Db2 conversion by integrating with CockroachDB as a relational database alternative.
Security, Compliance, and Observability
Regulated industries require highly secure, auditable, and compliant data management practices. VirtualZ solutions ensure:
- Unified SMF and mainframe management data for security monitoring in Splunk, Exabeam, and Elastic.
- Encryption and access control policies align with CockroachDB’s security framework.
- Seamless integration with third-party security solutions for compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.
Cloud-Optimized Storage & Disaster Recovery
As enterprises move to cloud-native infrastructures, storage optimization becomes critical. VirtualZ helps:
- Migrate mainframe tape archives to CockroachDB, reducing costs.
- Maintain business continuity with cloud-based backups.
- Enable multi-region data distribution for global workloads.
A Phased Approach to Migration
Migrating mainframe workloads to CockroachDB requires careful planning and execution. VirtualZ Computing recommends a phased migration approach:
- Assessment & Planning: Analyze existing mainframe data structures and define a migration roadmap.
- Data Extraction & Transformation: Use PropelZ™ to extract and convert legacy data for CockroachDB compatibility.
- Hybrid Integration: Leverage Lozen™ for real-time data access, enabling CockroachDB to interact with mainframe systems.
- Incremental Migration: Move workloads in stages to minimize risk while ensuring operational continuity.
- Optimization & Scale: Fine-tune performance and expand CockroachDB’s footprint as the enterprise transitions fully.
Why VirtualZ and CockroachDB Are the Perfect Pair for Mainframe Modernization
By combining VirtualZ’s intelligent data access solutions with CockroachDB’s distributed SQL architecture, enterprises can:
- Eliminate reliance on expensive ETL and CDC processes.
- Ensure real-time, secure data access between mainframes and cloud environments.
- Reduce TCO and modernize legacy applications with cloud-native resilience.
- Accelerate AI, analytics, and SaaS integrations without disrupting mission-critical operations.
Start Your CockroachDB Migration Journey with VirtualZ
Mainframe modernization doesn’t have to be complex. With VirtualZ Computing enterprises can achieve:
- Seamless data access for real-time decision-making.
- Faster, cost-effective migration without disrupting business operations.
- A future-ready architecture designed for scalability, security, and hybrid-cloud agility.
Contact VirtualZ Computing today to learn how we can simplify your transition to CockroachDB and unlock the full potential of your enterprise data.
Learn More
- Watch demos of Lozen, PropelZ, and Zaac.
- Try Lozen, PropelZ, and Zaac.
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