Overview
As organizations embark on their digital transformation journeys, the need for seamless integration between mainframe data and cloud-based applications becomes increasingly vital.
VirtualZ’s Lozen™ offers a revolutionary solution that enables real-time, read-write access to IBM Z mainframe data, facilitating effortless integration with Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services (IICS).
By utilizing Lozen’s OpenAPI Connector, businesses can harness the full potential of their mainframe data while streamlining their integration processes.
What is Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services (IICS)?
Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services is a robust, cloud-native integration platform that delivers comprehensive data integration, management, and analytics capabilities.
IICS enables organizations to connect applications and data across diverse environments — be it on-premises or in the cloud — promoting collaboration and accelerating insights. With its user-friendly interface and advanced data management tools, IICS empowers businesses to transform data into actionable intelligence.
What is OpenAPI?
OpenAPI is an industry-standard specification for defining APIs, simplifying the integration of services across various platforms.
Lozen’s OpenAPI Connector adheres to this standard, allowing users to access mainframe data, including VSAM files, from any OpenAPI-compliant application, such as Informatica IICS. This compatibility facilitates smooth interactions with mainframe datasets using familiar OpenAPI constructs, eliminating the need for extensive custom coding.
Integration Details
With Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services, users can design automated data workflows that incorporate data from various sources, including cloud applications, databases, and mainframe systems via the Lozen OpenAPI Connector.
This integration allows for seamless data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes, utilizing mainframe data as effortlessly as any other source. The entire process is declarative, enabling users to configure the OpenAPI object without the need for custom development, ensuring straightforward and efficient data access.
Key Features of Lozen’s OpenAPI Connector
- Seamless Data Integration: Access mainframe data from IICS workflows without the complexities of custom coding.
- Real-Time Data Access: Automate workflows that require instant interaction with mainframe datasets.
- User-Friendly Configuration: Simplified setup through an intuitive interface that requires no technical expertise.
Step-by-Step Process for Configuring Lozen with IICS
- Install Lozen: Set up the Lozen OpenAPI Connector and configure it to connect with your IBM Z environment.
- Define OpenAPI Objects: Create OpenAPI objects that represent the mainframe data you want to access, ensuring they comply with the OpenAPI standard.
- Integrate OpenAPI Calls in IICS Workflows: Utilize the Informatica IICS design environment to embed OpenAPI calls into your data workflows, enabling reading and writing to mainframe datasets.
- Test and Monitor: Execute and monitor your IICS workflows to ensure accurate data retrieval from and updates to the mainframe.
Additional Lozen Capabilities
Lozen goes beyond basic integration, offering advanced features, including:
- On-Demand Data Access: Quickly retrieve and update mainframe data as required for your workflows.
- Extensive Compatibility: Lozen supports multiple application environments, providing flexibility for integration with various systems.
- Comprehensive Data Handling: Automate complex transformations to ensure compatibility with cloud applications and analytics.
Benefits of Using Lozen for Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services
- No-Code Integration: Lozen’s no-code interface simplifies the integration process, allowing teams to focus on building efficient workflows without managing data pipelines.
- Increased Efficiency: Automated workflows significantly reduce the time needed to access and manipulate mainframe data, enhancing overall business operations.
- Cost-Effectiveness: By minimizing manual coding and simplifying data migrations, organizations can lower development and operational costs.
- Real-Time Insights: Direct access to mainframe data empowers organizations to leverage real-time information for informed decision-making.
Conclusion
Lozen transforms how organizations access and integrate mainframe data with Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services, enabling automation and real-time insights without the complexities associated with traditional data management. By offering 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 is seeking a scalable, efficient solution for integrating mainframe data with Informatica IICS, consider Lozen. This innovative connector unlocks the value of your mainframe data in today’s cloud-centric landscape, driving business success.
