Automation Control

Automation Control automated z/OS systems and System z processors using policy-based automation. It automated tasks such as system startup, shutdown, and resource management. Configuration files defined automation policies and system parameters.

The architecture likely included components for policy management, event monitoring, and action execution. It likely integrated with z/OS security features, such as RACF, for authentication and access control. While Automation Control did not expose standard APIs like REST or SOAP, it likely provided interfaces for interacting with z/OS system management facilities.

The access control model was likely based on z/OS security mechanisms, such as role-based access control (RBAC) or access control lists (ACLs). Audit logging capabilities were likely integrated with z/OS system logging facilities. The administrative interfaces likely included a command-line interface (CLI) and potentially a web-based console.

User management was likely handled through z/OS security administration tools, such as RACF or ACF2. Monitoring and logging capabilities were likely integrated with z/OS system monitoring tools. IBM Z System Automation is a replacement option.

Competing products include Broadcom Automation Suite for z/OS and BMC AMI Ops Automation. These alternatives offer similar automation capabilities for the z/OS environment.