Welcome to the October issue of Mainframe Access Insights
We’re kicking off this edition with exciting news on mainframe-cloud integration, featuring Dustin Froyum in RT Insights, where he shares how VirtualZ’s Zaac is transforming data management by bridging mainframe and cloud environments. Plus, don’t miss our upcoming fall webinar series designed to help you master hybrid cloud data access, along with a compelling customer testimonial, insightful use cases, and the latest Skyward Data podcast.
Dive in to explore how our solutions can streamline your journey to modern, efficient, and secure data management!
In the News
RT Insights Features Dustin Froyum on a New Era of Mainframe-Cloud Integration. In this article, Dustin Froyum, Co-Founder and SVP of Global Alliances at VirtualZ, explores the transformative power of hybrid cloud solutions for mainframe environments.
Dustin discusses how innovative technologies, like VirtualZ’s Zaac, bridge the gap between mainframe and cloud storage, offering businesses unprecedented flexibility, scalability, and cost-efficiency. By leveraging these advancements, companies can modernize their data management strategies while maintaining the reliability and security of their mainframe systems.
Explore the full article to learn more about the future of mainframe and cloud integration!
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Featured Use Case
Mainframe Report Migration
As enterprises adopt hybrid cloud environments, migrating legacy reports from mainframe systems poses significant challenges. Many organizations still rely on outdated reporting systems, necessitating specialized mainframe expertise for updates and maintenance.
VirtualZ’s solution streamlines this process, enabling businesses to modernize report generation and seamlessly extract mainframe data while reducing costs and dependency on mainframe teams.
- Read the Simplify Mainframe Report Migration blog.
- Join the Mainframe Report Migration Webinar | November 5th:
Learn best practices for migrating reports from your mainframe to modern platforms, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
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Customer Testimonial
Mainframe Report Migration
In this video, James Hoadley, Director of Quality Assurance at VirtualZ Computing, hosts a conversation with Jerry Edgington, Senior Solutions and Innovation Consultant at Mainline Information Systems, to walk through the installation of VirtualZ’s PropelZ product.
In just a couple of hours, Jerry was able to prepare the environment, install PropelZ, and integrate it seamlessly into his mainframe setup without any downtime or system disruption.
Learn how PropelZ can transform your mainframe data management with this informative video!
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Fall Webinar Series
Master Hybrid Cloud Data Access
We are excited to announce a comprehensive webinar series featuring our innovative solutions designed to enhance storage and data access and integration in today’s hybrid-cloud landscape.
Join us for insightful sessions where industry experts will discuss key topics relevant to mainframe and cloud technologies.
Webinar Schedule:
- October 29: Instant Mainframe Storage with VirtualZ
Discover how to connect your mainframe applications to cloud storage seamlessly, reducing costs and complexity. Register Now - November 5: Mainframe Report Migration
Learn best practices for migrating reports from your mainframe to modern platforms, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. Register Now - November 12: Mainframe-to-Cloud Data Integration
Explore effective strategies for integrating mainframe data with cloud environments, maximizing your data’s potential. Register Now - November 19: Application Modernization
Understand the importance of modernizing your applications and how VirtualZ can facilitate this transition smoothly. Register Now - December 3: Mainframe Tape to Cloud Migration
Get insights into the process of migrating legacy tape systems to the cloud, optimizing storage and retrieval. Register Now - December 10: Unified Access to Mainframe Management Data
Learn about unifying access to management data across platforms to enhance visibility and decision-making. Register Now
Each webinar will feature expert presentations, live Q&A sessions, and valuable resources to help you implement these solutions in your organization.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights that can transform your data strategy!
Featured Blog
Read the blog to learn how to Elevate Your Data Management on AWS with Lozen, PropelZ, and Zaac: VirtualZ Solutions for AWS.
Embrace the future of data access with VirtualZ solutions for AWS and unlock the full potential of your mainframe data in the cloud.
AWS will feature VirtualZ solutions on their November 7th Partner Cast.
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New Skyward Data Podcast Episode
Lifelong Learning and Leadership in Mainframe Computing with Darren Surch & Steven Perva
Join guest host Steven Purva as he chats with Darren Surch, CEO of Interskill Learning, the world’s largest mainframe training provider. Darren shares his journey from hydrographer to mainframe education leader, discusses Interskill’s global impact, and their partnership with IBM on digital badges. Learn about the evolution of mainframe training and how continuous learning is vital in today’s fast-changing tech landscape.
Whether you’re in the mainframe industry or curious about future IT skills, this episode is full of valuable insights!
Skyward Data is THE podcast for professionals who want to gain a competitive edge in the evolving data landscape. Join us on your favorite platform, and subscribe to remain ahead of the competition.
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Upcoming Events
Let’s Connect at AWS re:Invent
If you’ll be attending AWS re:Invent, we’d love to meet with you. Reach out to schedule a meeting and discover how we can help you overcome your data access challenges.
