Unlock the Google Cloud with Lozen, PropelZ, and Zaac
In an era where digital transformation is key to business success, effective integration between on-premises mainframe environments and cloud platforms is essential.
VirtualZ™ Solutions for Google Cloud delivers state-of-the-art solutions designed to bridge the gap between IBM Z mainframes and Google Cloud. This solution empowers organizations to access, manage, and modernize their data effortlessly, enabling them to harness the full potential of a hybrid cloud strategy with Lozen™, PropelZ™, and Zaac™.
Data Access Challenges
Organizations leveraging IBM Z mainframes often face several significant data access challenges when migrating to or integrating with Google Cloud:
- Limited Real-Time Access: Traditional data replication methods can lead to delays in accessing up-to-date information, hindering real-time decision-making and analytics.
- Complex Data Migration: Moving large volumes of data to Google Cloud can be cumbersome and time-consuming, 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 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 Google Cloud from VirtualZ
Lozen: Real-Time Data Access
Lozen enables organizations to transition legacy applications to Google Cloud while maintaining access to critical data, allowing for 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 Google Cloud applications directly to mainframe data, reducing latency and avoiding costly duplication. This eliminates or significantly reduces the need for ETL and Change Data Capture.
- Cost Efficiency: By minimizing the need for data replication, organizations can significantly lower their operational expenses.
- Enhanced Security: Keeping sensitive data securely on the mainframe ensures compliance with regulatory requirements while allowing controlled access for Google Cloud applications.
PropelZ: No-Code, Out-of-the-Box Data Transfer
PropelZ simplifies the transfer of mainframe data into Google Cloud, providing a user-friendly, no-code approach. Key features include:
- User-Friendly Interface: Business users can easily extract and load mainframe data into Google Cloud without extensive technical expertise.
- Streamlined Data Migration: PropelZ automates the data migration process, reducing the time and effort required to move data to Google Cloud.
- Compatibility with Google Cloud Services: Seamlessly integrates with Google Cloud tools like BigQuery, Cloud Storage, and Data Studio for enhanced analytics and reporting capabilities.
Zaac: On-Demand Mainframe Storage
Zaac offers innovative storage capabilities that connect cloud storage with mainframe applications, optimizing data storage strategies. Key advantages include:
- Cost-Effective Cloud Storage: Replace traditional Direct Access Storage Devices (DASD) and tape storage with virtual disk and tape in Google Cloud, significantly lowering storage costs.
- Flexible and Scalable Solutions: Zaac provides on-demand storage capabilities, allowing organizations to adjust their storage based on current usage and needs.
- Seamless Integration: Works with existing mainframe security protocols and storage infrastructures, ensuring a smooth transition to cloud storage.
Customer Use Cases
- Data Analytics: Leverage our solutions to enable real-time analytics by integrating mainframe data with Google Cloud’s analytics services, enhancing business intelligence and decision-making.
- Legacy Application Modernization: Transition legacy applications to Google Cloud while maintaining access to critical data, allowing for a phased modernization approach.
- Cost Management: Optimize data storage costs by managing mainframe data in Google Cloud, reducing reliance on on-premises storage solutions.
Conclusion
VirtualZ offers comprehensive solutions tailored for organizations seeking to integrate with Google Cloud for enhanced data accessibility and operational efficiency.
Our innovative products empower businesses to tackle the challenges of cloud integration, enabling them to modernize their data management strategies while achieving cost savings and maintaining security.
Unlock the potential of your mainframe data in the cloud with VirtualZ solutions for Google Cloud.
