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Product Overview

Info/Sys was an IBM data management product designed for mainframe environments, including z/OS, z/VM, and z/VSE. Its architecture likely consisted of several key components: 1. **Central Data Repository:** Stored user profiles, access permissions, and related data.

2. **User Interface Components:** Provided a command-line interface (CLI) and panel-driven systems for user interaction. 3.

**Reporting Modules:** Generated reports on user data and access activity. These components communicated through internal system calls and data access protocols. Security was likely integrated with mainframe security systems like RACF, using a role-based access control (RBAC) model.

While specific API details are unavailable, Info/Sys may have exposed APIs for data extraction and integration with other mainframe applications. The system likely supported authentication methods common in mainframe environments, such as RACF. Given that Info/Sys is no longer supported, organizations should migrate to modern identity and access management (IAM) solutions.

Alternatives include IBM Security Identity Manager, CA Identity Manager, and SailPoint IdentityIQ. Migration involves assessing current user data, defining new access control policies, and implementing a phased rollout. The replacement solution should support integration with existing mainframe security systems and provide robust audit logging capabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the primary purpose of Info/Sys?

Info/Sys was an online facility designed for collecting, managing, displaying, and reporting on user data within IBM mainframe environments. It provided a centralized point for data administration tasks.

How did Info/Sys integrate with other IBM products?

Info/Sys was used by other IBM products, most notably Info/Man, to provide user data management capabilities. It served as a foundational component for these integrated solutions.

On what operating systems did Info/Sys operate?

Info/Sys was initially released for MVS (Multiple Virtual Storage) and later extended to VM/VSE operating systems. This allowed it to serve a broad range of IBM mainframe environments.

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