Automated z/OS Resource Control
Mainframe resource optimization. Cost management. Mainframe capping.
- All in One Software.
Optimize your Mainframe
MainframeResource and Cost Management
Managing the use of MSUs is largely a manual process that requires unique and scarce personnel, is time-consuming, prone to human error and expensive.
zGuard allows you to automatically optimize the MSU per hour of your mainframes, making the most out of your MSUs.
- No more capping
- Real time alerting
Control Your Daily Workloads
Automated control of daily workloads
zGuard enables you to perfectly manage and control your daily workloads and tailor your optimization algorithms to your requirements. The calculated values enable an interactive HiperDispatch ranking of your LPARs, allowing you to unlock the full potential of your platform.
Adapt Instantly
Prevent unpredictable MLC peaks and costs
Eliminate the trade-off between performance and cost with zGuard’s event-driven automation.
Custom algorithms instantly trigger actions on your mainframes with every event, dynamically optimizing resources minute by minute. Keep your mainframes primed to meet real-time demands without compromise.
Algorithm your Way to Optimization
Use built-in or create custom algorithms
Huge selection of built-in algorithms, designed to optimize your mainframes. Continously updated to ensure your team has access to the latest advancements.
Alternatively, develop your own algorithms in PHP in the zGuard editor for further freedom.
Expert support
Experts in performance tuning and capacity planning
Our services enhance your mainframe’s performance and cost-effectiveness. We specialize in advanced performance tuning, capacity planning, and understanding IBM Software Pricing Models. We also fine-tune PR/SM Weighting and Logical CP Configurations.
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Optimize MSU usage Reduce unnecessary MSU consumption.
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Lower Software Costs Cut down on mainframe software expenses.
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Prevent Hardware Upgrades Avoid costly hardware investments.
Maximize the value of your mainframe
Empower your mainframe for peak performance
Optimize performance, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency with zGuard.
Insights and Events
FNTS Customer Story
Growing the strategic partnership with FNTS using z/INSIGHT. Read on how z/INSIGHT helped to enhance performance and capacity planning.
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