VitalSigns for Network Automation and Control

The VitalSigns architecture is designed for high availability and scalability within the z/OS environment. The core components include the Monitor Engine, Automation Engine, Alert Manager, and Web Console. The Monitor Engine collects data from various sources, including system logs, performance metrics, and network devices.

It uses agents and collectors to gather data, which is then processed and stored in a relational database. The Automation Engine executes automated tasks based on predefined rules and policies. These rules can be triggered by alerts, system events, or scheduled tasks.

The Alert Manager handles alerts and notifications, routing them to appropriate personnel or systems. The Web Console provides a user-friendly interface for monitoring, configuration, and management. Communication between components is facilitated through TCP/IP and internal messaging queues.

The system uses a relational database for storing configuration data, historical performance metrics, and audit logs. The database is designed for high availability and can be configured for replication and failover. The REST API provides a programmatic interface for interacting with the system.

The API uses HTTPS for secure communication. The CLI provides a command-line interface for scripting and automation. The system supports RACF for authentication and RBAC for access control.

The system's design incorporates redundancy and failover mechanisms to ensure high availability. The system's architecture is designed to scale to handle large and complex z/OS environments.