Elevate Your AWS Data Management with Lozen, PropelZ, and Zaac
Organizations around the world are harnessing the power of cloud computing to modernize their data management and application architectures.
VirtualZ™ Solutions for AWS offer cutting-edge solutions that facilitate seamless integration between IBM Z mainframe environments and AWS.
Based on Lozen™, PropelZ™, and Zaac™, this solution enhances data accessibility, optimizes storage, and streamlines application modernization, empowering businesses to thrive in a hybrid cloud ecosystem.
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The Challenges of Data Access
Organizations running on IBM Z mainframes face several significant challenges when migrating to or integrating with AWS:
- Limited Real-Time Access: Traditional data replication methods can result in delays when accessing up-to-date information, hindering real-time decision-making and analytics.
- Complex Data Migration: Moving large volumes of data to AWS can be cumbersome and time-consuming, often requiring extensive planning to ensure data integrity.
- Data Silos: Existing data may remain trapped in mainframe silos, making it difficult to leverage alongside cloud-native applications and services.
- High Costs: Replicating data for cloud access can incur significant expenses, including data transfer fees and resource allocation for ongoing maintenance.
- Security and Compliance Concerns: Ensuring that sensitive data remains secure and compliant with industry regulations during migration and integration can complicate data access efforts.
- Skill Gaps: Organizations may lack the necessary skills or tools to effectively manage data access across both mainframe and cloud environments, leading to inefficiencies and increased risk.
Solutions for AWS from VirtualZ
Lozen: Real-Time Data Access
Lozen empowers organizations to transition legacy applications to AWS while maintaining access to critical data, facilitating a phased modernization approach.
This solution transforms data access by offering real-time, read-write capabilities directly from the IBM Z platform, eliminating the need for data replication. Key benefits include:
- Efficient Data Integration: Lozen connects AWS applications directly to mainframe data, reducing latency and eliminating costly data duplication.
- Cost Savings: By avoiding expensive data replication processes, organizations can lower operational costs while maintaining data integrity.
- Enhanced Security: Lozen ensures that sensitive data remains securely on the mainframe, providing controlled access to cloud applications while meeting regulatory compliance requirements.
PropelZ: No-Code, Out-of-the-Box Data Transfer
PropelZ simplifies the transfer of mainframe data for seamless integration with AWS services. Key features include:
- No-Code Solution: Business users can easily extract, transform, and load mainframe data into AWS databases or data lakes without extensive technical expertise.
- Streamlined Data Migration: PropelZ automates data migration processes, significantly reducing the time and effort required to move data to the cloud.
- Compatibility with AWS Services: Effortlessly integrates with AWS tools like Amazon S3, Redshift, and QuickSight, enhancing analytics and reporting capabilities.
Zaac: On-Demand Mainframe Storage
Zaac offers innovative storage solutions that connect cloud storage with mainframe applications, optimizing data storage strategies. Key advantages include:
- Cost-Effective Storage: Replace physical Direct Access Storage Devices (DASD) and tape storage with virtual disk and tape on AWS, significantly lowering storage costs.
- Flexibility and Scalability: Zaac provides on-demand storage capabilities, allowing organizations to scale their storage needs based on usage.
- Seamless Integration: Works smoothly with existing mainframe security protocols and storage infrastructures, ensuring a hassle-free transition to cloud storage.
Use Cases
- Data Analytics: Utilize Lozen and PropelZ to enable real-time analytics by integrating mainframe data with AWS analytics services, enhancing business intelligence and decision-making capabilities.
- Legacy Application Modernization: Leverage Lozen and Zaac to migrate legacy applications to AWS while maintaining access to existing data, facilitating a phased modernization approach.
- Cost Management: Optimize data storage costs by using Zaac to manage mainframe data in the cloud, reducing reliance on on-premises storage solutions.
Conclusion
VirtualZ provides comprehensive solutions tailored for organizations looking to leverage AWS for enhanced data accessibility and operational efficiency.
Our innovative products — Lozen, PropelZ, and Zaac — empower businesses to navigate the complexities of cloud integration, enabling them to modernize their data management strategies while reducing costs and enhancing security.
Embrace the future of data access with VirtualZ solutions for AWS, and unlock the full potential of your mainframe data in the cloud.
