What infrastructure is required?

SYSD requires a functional CICS environment. It integrates with CICS to provide its file editing, job submission, and monitoring capabilities. The optional features, SYSD/ATP and SYSD/JFT, require CA Panvalet and specific tailoring requirements, respectively.

Is this a standalone product or does it extend/enhance another product?

SYSD extends the functionality of CICS by providing ISPF and SDSF-like features within the CICS environment. It does not replace CICS but rather enhances its capabilities, allowing users to perform a wider range of tasks without leaving CICS.

What specific technologies or standards does it use?

SYSD leverages standard z/OS facilities for file access, job submission, and system monitoring. It uses CICS APIs for integration with the CICS environment. Specific file formats and data structures depend on the z/OS and CICS configurations.

How does SYSD improve developer productivity?

SYSD streamlines mainframe application development and maintenance by providing developers and system administrators with ISPF and SDSF-like tools within CICS. This reduces the need to switch between different environments, improving productivity and efficiency.

What happens if an organization does not use SYSD?

Without SYSD, organizations would need to rely on separate ISPF and SDSF sessions, requiring users to switch between CICS and these other environments. This can lead to inefficiencies and increased complexity in managing mainframe applications.

How can SYSD reduce operational costs?

SYSD can reduce operational costs by streamlining mainframe application management. By providing integrated tools within CICS, it reduces the time and effort required to perform common tasks, such as file editing, job submission, and system monitoring.

How does SYSD ensure security?

SYSD leverages the security features of z/OS and CICS to control access to files, jobs, and system resources. It integrates with existing security systems, such as RACF, ACF2, or Top Secret, to authenticate users and authorize access to resources.

What authentication methods are supported?

SYSD supports standard authentication methods provided by z/OS and CICS, such as user IDs and passwords. It integrates with external security managers (ESM) like RACF, ACF2, and Top Secret for centralized authentication and authorization.

What access control model is used?

SYSD uses an access control model based on user roles and permissions. Access to specific functions and resources is controlled through security profiles defined in the external security manager. This ensures that users only have access to the resources they need to perform their jobs.

How is SYSD typically deployed?

SYSD is typically deployed on-premise within a z/OS environment. It requires integration with CICS and may require configuration of security settings and user access controls. The implementation process involves installing the SYSD components and configuring them to work with the existing CICS environment.

What level of technical expertise is required to implement it?

Implementing SYSD requires a good understanding of z/OS, CICS, and mainframe security concepts. System programmers and security administrators are typically involved in the implementation process. Ongoing operational requirements include monitoring system performance, managing user access, and applying maintenance updates.

What ongoing operational requirements exist?

Ongoing operational requirements for SYSD include monitoring system performance, managing user access, and applying maintenance updates. Regular monitoring ensures that SYSD is functioning correctly and that users are able to access the resources they need. User access should be reviewed periodically to ensure that users only have the necessary permissions.

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Product Overview

SYSD is a tool set designed to integrate ISPF and SDSF-like functionalities within the CICS environment, streamlining mainframe application management. It allows CICS users to perform tasks such as file editing, job submission, JES2 spool display and monitoring, CICS monitoring and debugging, and DASD utilities without leaving the CICS environment. This eliminates the need to switch between different interfaces, improving productivity and reducing operational overhead.

The architecture of SYSD comprises several key components that work together to deliver its functionality. These components include modules for file management, job control, system monitoring, and security integration. SYSD leverages standard z/OS facilities for file access, job submission, and system monitoring.

It integrates with CICS APIs for seamless interaction with the CICS environment. The optional SYSD/ATP feature provides access to CA Panvalet, while SYSD/JFT enables CICS panel creation. SYSD enhances CICS, making it easier to manage mainframe applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does SYSD do?

SYSD provides ISPF and SDSF-like functionality within the CICS environment. It allows users to browse and edit files, submit jobs, monitor JES2 spools, and utilize CICS monitoring and debugging tools.

Is this a system, application, or tool?

SYSD is a tool set designed to enhance the capabilities of CICS. It provides a range of utilities and functions that are typically found in ISPF and SDSF, making it easier for users to manage and interact with the mainframe environment from within CICS.

What types of organizations use this?

Organizations that rely heavily on CICS for transaction processing and application management can benefit from SYSD. These organizations often need tools to manage files, jobs, and system resources directly from within the CICS environment.

When should we consider SYSD?

A company should consider SYSD when they need to provide CICS users with convenient access to ISPF and SDSF functions. If developers and system administrators are spending a lot of time switching between CICS and other environments to perform basic tasks, SYSD can streamline their workflow.

What are the alternatives to SYSD?

Alternatives to SYSD include other CICS productivity tools and potentially using ISPF and SDSF directly, although this requires users to switch out of the CICS environment. Other products may offer similar file management, job submission, and system monitoring capabilities within CICS.

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Product Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

What does SYSD do?

Is this a system, application, or tool?

What types of organizations use this?

When should we consider SYSD?

What are the alternatives to SYSD?

For mainframe products: Does this run in an LPAR?

What infrastructure is required?

Is this a standalone product or does it extend/enhance another product?

What specific technologies or standards does it use?

How does SYSD improve developer productivity?

What happens if an organization does not use SYSD?

How can SYSD reduce operational costs?

How does SYSD ensure security?

What authentication methods are supported?

What access control model is used?

How is SYSD typically deployed?

What level of technical expertise is required to implement it?

What ongoing operational requirements exist?

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