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SUMMARY:CMG AI & Mainframe Regional Event – April 23\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Location: IBM Canada Software Lab\, 8200 Warden Ave.\, Markham\, ON L6G 1C7Date: April 23\, 2025Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET \nJoin CMG’s AI & Mainframe Regional Event\, an exclusive in-person gathering focused on the intersection of Mainframe and Artificial Intelligence. Hosted at IBM Markham\, this one-day event will feature expert presentations\, real-world case studies\, and interactive discussions on how AI is transforming mainframe operations\, security\, and application development. \nSponsored by IBM and Broadcom Mainframe Software \nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders and peers driving AI innovation in the mainframe space. \nRegister Here
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/cmg-ai-mainframe-regional-event-april-23-2025/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502
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SUMMARY:GSE UK Virtual Conference 2025: Mainframe@60: The Diamond Anniversary of Digital Dominance
DESCRIPTION:This will be held between Tuesday\, 29 April 2025\, and Thursday\, 1 May 2025. \nhttps://conferences.gse.org.uk/2025V/ \nRegistration for the GSE UK Virtual Conference 2025 will be free for ALL attendees\, a testament to our commitment to your professional growth. We also understand that not everyone can attend every session\, so we’re making the session videos available for free to GSE members and non-member delegates for two months after the conference\, ensuring everyone can benefit from this event. 
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/gse-uk-virtual-conference-2025-mainframe60-the-diamond-anniversary-of-digital-dominance/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250512T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250516T170000
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SUMMARY:WLM Performance and Re-evaluating Goals Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This 4 day virtual workshop taught by Peter Enrico (sometimes joined by Scott Chapman) will give you a deeper understanding of WLM functions and abilities. You will learn considerations for re-evaluating goals over time and how to better monitor\, tune\, and control how WLM manages your workload. \nRegister to join us May 12 – 16\, 2025\, for this online workshop. Registration Deadline: April 28\, 2025. \n  \nA Week of Reviewing Your Own Data \nPrior to class\, you’ll receive instructions on what data to bring from your own systems. Then\, during the workshop\, you’ll spend the week conducting a basic system performance Health Check® using your own data. If you haven’t done a Health Check® recently\, or if you have lingering performance questions\, this is the perfect opportunity for guided instruction\, hands-on analysis\, and expert feedback from Peter Enrico\, a leading zArchitecture performance expert. \nYou’ll leave this workshop having completed an actual WLM performance analysis. No other z/OS performance seminar\, workshop\, or conference provides the same level of value and analysis. \n\nThis workshop is for you if: \n\nYou want to evaluate your current WLM Service Definition and goals.\nYou want to ensure your WLM setup is optimal for your environment.\nYou’re an experienced performance analyst seeking deeper insight into WLM.\nYou’re a novice or new to z/OS performance and need a strong foundation.\nYou want expert WLM performance management advice.\nYou want to spend a week learning and improving your own system’s performance.\n\n  \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nYou’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of WLM functions and capabilities. Through hands-on analysis of your WLM Service Definition and real system measurements\, you’ll learn:\nWhen and how to revisit and refine your WLM goals\nHow to monitor\, tune\, and control WLM to manage workloads effectively\nHow to leverage additional WLM functions for system management and workload balancing\nThis isn’t just about service classes and goals—you’ll explore WLM constructs like enclaves and application environments\, and how these can benefit your workloads.\n\n\nWorkshop Overview \n\nUnderstanding how WLM works is the first step in optimizing your environment. This workshop covers:\nWLM basics and workload management strategies\nInternal WLM algorithms used to address response time delays and velocity goals\nHow WLM handles CICS\, IMS\, WebSphere\, DB2\, SAP R/3\, ADABAS\, IDMS\, and more\nAdvanced use of service classes\, goals\, and WLM performance controls
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/wlm-performance-and-re-evaluating-goals-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250520T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250520T130000
DTSTAMP:20250508T013456Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Mainframe User Group: CICS Featuring Ezriel Gross
DESCRIPTION:  \nEzriel Gross is a principal solutions advisor for Rocket Software\, specializing in IBM CICS tools. He was formally the CEO of Circle Software (acquired by Rocket Software in 2018)\, where he specialized in hands-on classes and consulting in CICS\, Db2 and MQSeries. Ezriel was a Gold Consultant for many years and is currently an IBM Champion. His specialties include web services\, web support\, performance/tuning\, monitoring\, internals\, CICSPlex SM\, DevOps and Liberty as they relate to CICS. He recently co-architected the Rocket CProf product\, a tool that captures CICS trace without running in a CICS region.
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-mainframe-user-group-cics-featuring-ezriel-gross/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual User Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250605T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250606T150000
DTSTAMP:20250319T025328Z
CREATED:20250319T025328Z
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SUMMARY:CMG Impact 2025 – June 5-6 in Natick\, Massachusetts
DESCRIPTION:CMG Impact 2025 is a premier event for IT performance\, capacity planning\, AIOps\, observability\, mainframe modernization\, and digital transformation. Over two days\, industry experts\, practitioners\, and technology leaders will share insights through keynotes\, technical sessions\, and case studies covering the latest trends and best practices. \nJoin the conversation\, expand your network\, and gain actionable strategies to optimize IT performance and innovation. \nLearn More
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/cmg-impact-2025-june-5-6-in-natick-massachusetts/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250613
DTSTAMP:20250531T145438Z
CREATED:20241121T144935Z
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SUMMARY:IDUG NA 2025
DESCRIPTION:IDUG is happening in Atlanta this year for the 2025 North America Db2 Tech Conference! Workshops and Hands-On Labs available at no additional cost. \nCome see Planet Mainframe at our booth for special treats! \nLearn more about IDUG NA 2025 here.
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/idug-na-2025/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Atlanta\, 265 Peachtree Street\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250619T130000
DTSTAMP:20250529T182308Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Db2 User Group | From Root to Leaf—Managing Index Splits in Db2
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Saurabh Pandey\, Lead Product Manager\, BMC \nIndexes are the heart of efficient SQL and access path in Db2 for z/OS. But when they become bloated due to page splits\, they can quietly eat away at your performance\, escalate CPU usage\, and increase locking contention. If your insert-heavy application is facing throughput drops\, it’s time to ask: Are index splits your silent killer? \nIn this presentation\, we’ll break down \n\nHow Db2’s B-tree index splitting works (leaf\, non-leaf\, and root)\nWhy splits can drastically affect performance\nHow to monitor\, control\, and prevent them in modern Db2 (12/13)\nBest practices for DBAs and architects\nConfiguration tricks and tuning tips\n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-db2-user-group-from-root-to-leaf-managing-index-splits-in-db2/
LOCATION:Zoom – Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual User Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250619T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250619T133000
DTSTAMP:20250610T194503Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual User Group: From Root to Leaf - Managing Index Splits in Db2 featuring Saurabh Pandey
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a collaborative session of the Db2 for z/OS Virtual User Group—an open forum for practitioners\, architects\, and DBAs to share knowledge\, explore new features\, and discuss best practices for managing Db2 in modern mainframe environments. Whether you’re optimizing performance\, planning migrations\, or exploring the latest capabilities in Db2 12 or 13\, this session provides a space to connect with peers\, learn from experts\, and stay current on the evolving Db2 landscape. All experience levels welcome! \n \n  \nSaurabh Pandey\, BMC Software Ltd \nSaurabh works as a Lead Product Manager at BMC Software. He recently received “IBM Champion 2024” badge. He has over 18 years of progressive experience in product management\, people management\, managing product development\, quality assurance\, SQL Performance on IBM Z and Db2 database administration. Currently collaborates with BMC’s cross-functional teams to build product roadmap with feature prioritization\, backlog grooming\, epic creation\, helping go-to-market and enablement. He is experienced agile project manager\, using SCRUM. Has been a Db2 for z/OS DBA in the beginning of his career. He has completed Professional Certificate in Product Management from ISB\, has an masters in electronics and an MS in consultancy management from BITS Pilani. He has keen interest in face reading\, astrology and body language. \nTwitter: https://twitter.com/SkpRudra \nLinked In: www.linkedin.com/in/saurabhkpandey
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-user-group-from-root-to-leaf-managing-index-splits-in-db2-featuring-saurabh-pandey/
LOCATION:Zoom – Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual User Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T170000
DTSTAMP:20250624T123925Z
CREATED:20250624T123925Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Mainframe Technical Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Register for the \nVirtual Mainframe Technical Exchange\n\n\n\n\n\nAs a Mainframer challenged with managing increasing workloads\, applications\, and complexity\, what can you do to stay ahead and work smarter? \n  \nAt the Virtual Mainframe Technical Exchange\, you can raise your questions and challenges and learn about new capabilities and processes that will enable you to succeed. Connect with our Engineers and Product Management teams to provide input on your organization’s needs. Building and strengthening our Mainframe community’s expertise will continue to make us bigger together. \nMost of the sessions will be available on-demand after the event. \nLearn more about the in-person Mainframe Technical Exchanges here. \n  \nMainframe Technical Exchanges are limited to Broadcom Customers and Partners. \n\n\n\n\n\nJune 24 – 26\, 2025 \nNo Registration Fee \nSee all the details here.
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-mainframe-technical-exchange/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T120000
DTSTAMP:20250623T162041Z
CREATED:20250623T153914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T162041Z
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SUMMARY:Overseeing z/OS Performance with Your Outsourcer – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Overseeing z/OS Performance Management with Your Outsourcer\nWednesday\, June 25 | 11:00 AM ET / 4:00 PM BST \nThis webinar is presented by Enterprise Performance Strategies Inc.\, Creators of Pivotor®\, in conjunction with SHARE and is scheduled for 1 hour. \nOver the last several years\, an increasing number of z/OS shops have been outsourcing the management of their z/OS environments to external companies. Certainly\, not to single out any company\, but regarding z/OS performance management\, we have noticed a trend where some companies manage with a “cookie-cutter” approach. However\, a good performance management decision for one company may not be the best for another. During this webinar\, Peter Enrico and Scott Chapman will discuss how outsourced customers can oversee z/OS performance management of their outsourced environment.
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/zos-performance-outsourcing-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Partner Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T130000
DTSTAMP:20250618T194143Z
CREATED:20250618T194143Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual IMS User Group | IMS Catalog implementation using Ansible Playbooks
DESCRIPTION:June 26 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm EDT\nVirtual IMS User Group | IMS Catalog implementation using Ansible Playbooks\nPresentation Title: IMS Catalog implementation using Ansible Playbooks \nDescription/Abstract: Join us for a practical demonstration of how Ansible automation can enhance your mainframe operations. This session shows how to implement the IMS Catalog using Ansible’s powerful automation capabilities\, leveraging human-readable YAML playbooks for streamlined operations. \nDuring this session\, you’ll witness a live demonstration of Ansible automation for IMS Catalog implementation\, including real-time setup of IMS Catalog and Managed ACBs using IBM Z Ansible collections. We’ll walk through hands-on examples of ACBGEN\, DBRC registration\, and catalog population\, showcasing a complete automation workflow that demonstrates Ansible’s declarative approach. \n \n  \nSpeaker: Sergio Saucedo \nBio: Sergio is a Software Developer at IBM specializing in mainframe automation and modernization. During his time at IBM\, he has developed extensive expertise in IMS systems\, creating Ansible automation playbooks for IMS Catalog configuration and implementation. He has successfully presented IMS Catalog and Managed ACBs automation solutions to major enterprise customers through workshops and technical demonstrations\, and currently works on integrating Event Driven Ansible into IBM Z systems.
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-ims-user-group-ims-catalog-implementation-using-ansible-playbooks/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T130000
DTSTAMP:20250402T190910Z
CREATED:20250402T190910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T190910Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Mainframe User Group:  CICS Featuring Colin Pearce
DESCRIPTION:Colin Pearce is a z/OS Systems Programmer and CICS/TS Systems Programmer of 30 years. Mainframe Training and Software support. \n\n\n\n\n\nSee his articles on Planet Mainframe here: https://planetmainframe.com/author/colin-pearce/
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-mainframe-user-group-cics-featuring-colin-pearce/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual User Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250715T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250716T170000
DTSTAMP:20250620T125556Z
CREATED:20250407T194441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T125556Z
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SUMMARY:Parallel Sysplex & z/OS Performance Tuning Workshop - Registration Deadline: July 1\, 2025.
DESCRIPTION:Join Peter Enrico in this 2-day virtual workshop\, where you will learn how to effectively measure\, monitor\, and tune coupling facilities and structures. If you are new to Parallel Sysplex\, have no fear\, we will start by reviewing the basic concepts and latest details of XCF\, Parallel Sysplex\, coupling facilities\, and data sharing. Get the opportunity to work with your own data during class! \nJuly 15 – 16\, 2025 \n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline: July 1\, 2025. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/parallel-sysplex-z-os-performance-tuning-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250822
DTSTAMP:20241204T200515Z
CREATED:20241204T200515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T200515Z
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SUMMARY:SHARE Cleveland 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/share-cleveland-2025/
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T133000
DTSTAMP:20250828T174930Z
CREATED:20250828T174930Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual CICS User Group | September 9\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Power of CICS Traces and Metrics\nSeptember 9\, 2025 @ 11:30am ET \nWe will begin this Virtual User Group session with a high-level overview of IBM CICS Transaction Server (CICS TS) 6.3\, presented by Mark Cocker\, CICS TS for z/OS Product Manager at IBM Software. Mark will highlight the most important updates and capabilities in the release in a concise 20-minute summary of what’s new and why it matters\, we’ll move into an interactive Q&A and discussion.\n\nThe program will then feature Todd Gagle\, Distinguished Engineer\, AIOps & Automation at Broadcom Software\, who will present “The Power of CICS Traces and Metrics.” While transaction tracing isn’t a new concept\, reliably correlating data across the full lifecycle of a transaction has always posed challenges. Recent CICS enhancements address this by generating OTel spans that streamline the process. Broadcom will demonstrate how to enrich these traces with complementary metrics\, delivering a complete performance view and unlocking the full value of end-to-end observability.\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to submit questions in advance or participate live\, ensuring the session is responsive to their interests. This event is ideal for system programmers\, architects\, developers\, and operations teams who want a practical understanding of the latest CICS TS advancements alongside real-world insights into observability.\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-cics-user-group-september-9-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual User Groups
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20250620T125654Z
CREATED:20250514T180641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T125654Z
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SUMMARY:Vanguard Security & Compliance 2025
DESCRIPTION:Recognizing the global need for cybersecurity education\, Vanguard Security & Compliance is a premier gathering of cybersecurity professionals from around the world. VSC offers a comprehensive program that balances educational sessions with interactive workshops and networking opportunities. Attendees learn from leading security experts and connect with their peers\, fostering a valuable exchange of knowledge and best practices. Additionally\, attendees will gain practical insights on the importance of compliance and regulation standards while discussing important matters such as what’s new\, what needs to be protected and how to ensure that your organization is compliant with rules and regulations. \nJoin industry leaders from Vanguard Integrity Professionals\, Broadcom\, Rocket\, IBM\, Vertali\, and more for this premier education event. \nRegister today at www.go2vsc.com. \n \n 
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/vanguard-security-compliance-2025/
LOCATION:Marriott St. Louis Airport\, 10700 Pear Tree Ln\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250916T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250916T133000
DTSTAMP:20250911T015313Z
CREATED:20250910T151001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T015313Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Db2 User Group | September 16\, 2025| Mainframes in Big Data
DESCRIPTION:Mainframes in Big Data\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this session\, Colin Knight explores the role of mainframes—particularly Db2 for z/OS—in the evolving world of big data. Drawing on his extensive experience at NatWest\, he shares how mainframe data is delivered into big data environments using tools such as Infosphere CDC\, Q Replication\, and unload processes. Colin also looks ahead to the future of mainframes in big data\, offering his perspective on how Db2 data can best be integrated into modern analytical frameworks. He concludes with reflections\, a puzzle on big data\, and an open discussion with attendees.\n\n\n\n\nColin Knight is a Db2 Systems Programmer Technical Lead at NatWest\, where he has worked since 1994 (formerly RBS). With more than 40 years of experience in mainframes and 36 years in Db2\, Colin began his career in 1985 as a COBOL programmer on IMS DL/I before moving into Db2 in 1989. He has worked with Db2 from Version 2.1 onward and has become a respected leader in the community.\nColin currently serves as Co-chair of the GS-UK Db2 working group/stream and the Db2 UK User Group\, and also supports the Db2 London User Group meetings.\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-db2-user-group-september-16-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom – Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual User Groups,VMUG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T120000
DTSTAMP:20250908T164016Z
CREATED:20250908T164016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T164016Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding SMF 98 Address Space Consumption Measurements -
DESCRIPTION:Understanding SMF 98 Address Space Consumption Measurements ….. September 17th ….. Sign up using this link \nAs we have previously discussed\, the SMF 98 records are still a fairly new record\, and there is still so much to learn about these high-frequency measurements. One set of measurements provided in the SMF 98 record are address space consumption measurements\, which contain information about work unit dispatch times\, dispatch counts\, execution efficiency\, and spin lock data for various priority buckets. What does all this mean? Well\, we are not too sure yet\, so attend this webinar with Scott Chapman to hear the results of our exploration of these measurements. \nLearn more about all Enterprise Performance Strategies webinars at https://www.pivotor.com/webinar.html
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/understanding-smf-98-address-space-consumption-measurements/
LOCATION:Zoom – Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250926T170000
DTSTAMP:20250415T024450Z
CREATED:20250415T024450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T024450Z
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SUMMARY:Essential z/OS Performance Tuning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Scott Chapman in this 4-day z/OS Performance Tuning Essentials Workshop that focuses on the foundational terminology\, metrics\, and practices necessary to measure\, understand\, and improve z/OS system performance. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the factors driving performance and capacity utilization in the mainframe z/OS environment. Key concepts will be explored in depth to build a mental model of how workloads are processed and managed by z/OS\, enabling participants to explain and tune workload performance effectively. This workshop is ideal for those new to the mainframe or z/OS performance and capacity roles\, as well as experienced professionals looking to explore their systems’ performance with modern tools and an instructor with over 30 years of mainframe performance experience. Get the opportunity to work with your own data during class! \nSeptember 22 – 26\, 2025
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/essential-z-os-performance-tuning-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T120000
DTSTAMP:20250916T131103Z
CREATED:20250916T131103Z
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SUMMARY:Introducing Syncsort™ Storage Management
DESCRIPTION:Recently\, Precisely added the Storage Management solutions from DTS Software to our product lineup.  These products represent a significant addition to Precisely’s already robust IBM Z software portfolio.\nThe newly introduced Syncsort™ Storage Management products provide organizations with the tools to manage\, automate\, and optimize their IBM Z storage infrastructures. This webinar will provide an overview of these new offerings from Precisely and explain how they address many of the challenges faced by storage administrators and operations staff\, enabling a limited number of administrators to manage a rapidly expanding storage environment. \nDuring this webinar\, we will explore: \n\nHow the Syncsort™ Storage Management offerings fit into the Precisely Syncsort product lineup\nAn overview of each product’s functionality\nThe benefits they provide from IBM Z storage administrators\n\nDate/Time: Tuesday\, October 7\, 2025 | 11AM ET \nRegistration Link: https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/5080788/EFC428A4582A1E6F376E5D121C3EFAA0?partnerref=Planet-Mainframe
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/introducing-syncsort-storage-management/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251031
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SUMMARY:IDUG EMEA 2025
DESCRIPTION:IDUG will be taking place in Dusseldorf for the 2025 EMEA Db2 Tech Conference! Experience the custom Solution Center\, workshops & hands-on labs\, IBM’s certification & badging opportunities\, as well as signature networking and special event options provided by their global sponsors. \nLearn more at the IDUG EMEA Website.
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/idug-emea-2025/
LOCATION:Dusseldorf\, Germany
CATEGORIES:Industry Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251107
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SUMMARY:GSUK In-person Conference 25
DESCRIPTION:The GSUK In-person Conference 25 is the leading independent Mainframe user event in the United Kingdom\, bringing together hundreds of professionals\, vendors\, and thought leaders from across the enterprise IT landscape. Taking place in November 2025\, the conference offers a unique mix of technical sessions\, strategic insights\, and networking opportunities designed to empower attendees at every stage of their Mainframe journey.  \nFrom deep-dive workshops and panel discussions to community-led sessions and partner showcases\, GSUK provides a space where knowledge is shared\, challenges are tackled\, and innovation is inspired. As part of the wider GS Networks community – including Guide Share Netherlands (GSNL) – GSUK is committed to fostering collaboration\, inclusivity\, and the advancement of Mainframe skills worldwide. \nLearn more and register at https://conferences.gse.org.uk/2025.
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/gsuk-in-person-conference-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251111T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251111T133000
DTSTAMP:20251007T133608Z
CREATED:20250910T152017Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual IMS User Group | IMS Managed ACB Mandate After 6 Months – Adapting to the New Normal
DESCRIPTION:IMS Managed ACB Mandate After 6 Months – Adapting to the New Normal\nSix months after the IMS Managed ACB mandate\, the landscape for IMS administrators and DBAs has fundamentally changed. What began as a modernization requirement has evolved into a catalyst for greater automation\, consistency\, and agility across IMS environments. This session revisits the history of the IMS Catalog\, exploring its evolution and the rationale behind the “why now” moment for Managed ACBs. \nWe’ll discuss how environmental changes—ranging from compliance needs to DevOps integration—have reshaped traditional IMS operations. You’ll gain clarity on Shared vs. Non-Shared Catalog configurations and the key considerations for each\, along with best practices for maintaining the IMS Catalog in production. \nWith DDL—the next generation of schema management— taking center stage\, we’ll show how defining and deploying IMS databases has become more dynamic and less error-prone. Vendor utilities have evolved in lockstep to provide full support\, enabling smoother transitions and day-to-day operations. \nFinally\, we’ll reflect on how life has changed post-Managed ACBs—from reduced manual maintenance and ACBLIB management to improved governance and CI/CD readiness—transforming how IMS teams build\, test\, and deploy database changes. The session will conclude with a list of webinars and learning resources to help you continue mastering this new IMS era. \nSpeaker: Anshul Agrawal\, Senior Manager Product Development for BMC AMI Data for IMS and AI for IMS – Squad \nRegistrations available now!
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-ims-user-group-november-11-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom – Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual IMS,Virtual User Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251113T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251113T133000
DTSTAMP:20250922T203615Z
CREATED:20250910T145910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T203615Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual CICS User Group | November 13\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Registrations are available here!
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-cics-user-group-november-13-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom – Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual CICS,Virtual User Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251118T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251118T133000
DTSTAMP:20250922T180836Z
CREATED:20250910T151046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T180836Z
UID:10000084-1763465400-1763472600@planetmainframe.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Db2 User Group | Db2 12 and 13 SQL and SQL PL Enhancements - The Latest Information
DESCRIPTION:Db2 12 introduced the concept of continuous delivery and along with the base SQL and SQL PL capability delivered\, there were 10 Functions levels where additional enhancements were made. Db2 13 has been in the field for 3 Years\, and additional enhancements have been added. This presentation will cover the SQL and SQL PL enhancements in Db2 12 and 13 you need to know about to exploit the value delivered in these releases. \nSpeaker: Chris Crone \nRegistrations are available here!
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-db2-user-group-november-18-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom – Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual Db2,Virtual User Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251210T114500
DTSTAMP:20251119T153110Z
CREATED:20251003T161106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T153110Z
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SUMMARY:Redefining Legacy Modernization Around Customer Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Why modernization success requires a flexible\, outcome-driven approach \nLegacy modernization continues to rank among the top priorities—and pressure points—for CIOs. Gartner’s Top CIO Challenges 2024 highlights application portfolio modernization as a critical concern\, yet organizations often struggle to succeed with their chosen modernization strategy\, whether that is refactor\, rewrite\, or replace. \nThis webinar takes a practical\, customer-focused look at modernization approaches that reduce risk\, accelerate outcomes\, and align with shifting business and technology requirements. Drawing from decades of modernization experience and supported by AI-driven insights\, our speakers will walk through three real-world use cases that represent today’s most common transformation paths: \n\nRefactor to a Modern Language (COBOL → Java) – How incremental\, hybrid refactoring can reduce risk\, preserve critical functionality\, and bridge widening IT skills gaps. Hear how organizations modernize at their own pace while maintaining full functional equivalence.\nReplace with a Commodity-Based Application – When a 30-year-old system has accumulated technical debt and no longer meets business needs\, a packaged solution may look attractive—but rarely covers all required functionality. Learn how generative AI accelerates gap analysis and business rule discovery to support a successful replacement strategy.\nRebuild for a Cloud-Native Architecture – For organizations reimagining their architecture entirely\, a rewrite requires deep analysis of current-state functionality\, interdependencies\, and modernization feasibility. We’ll cover how teams accelerate and de-risk this high-impact path.\n\nAttendees will gain clear\, actionable guidance on when to use each approach—and how to combine them to meet business outcomes while managing cost\, complexity\, and risk. \nAveriSource will also share recommended resources during the session\, including their latest blog post\, “Redefining the Forgotten Art of Legacy Modernization.” \n \n  \nPresenters\nBarry Tait\, Head of Solutions\, AveriSourceWith 30+ years of modernization leadership at AWS\, NTT DATA\, and Dell\, Barry helps organizations transform legacy workloads with pragmatic\, future-ready strategies. \nGreg Ogburn\, Head of Product\, AveriSourceWith over 20 years of experience designing and delivering modernization solutions across startup and enterprise environments\, Greg specializes in applying AI and knowledge analysis technologies to accelerate modernization outcomes. \nSponsored by
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/redefining-legacy-modernization-around-customer-outcomes/
LOCATION:Zoom – Virtual Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251210T120000
DTSTAMP:20251201T172334Z
CREATED:20251201T172311Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Ericom PowerTerm End of Life
DESCRIPTION:Bottom Line: EOL Has Already Arrived\, and the Window to Act Is Narrow \nEricom’s EOL announcement created a hard stop. \nFrom March 2025 onward\, every month of continued reliance on PowerTerm increases: \n\nCyber exposure\nCompliance exposure\nOperational risk\nTechnical debt accumulation\n\nAn informed\, controlled migration is always safer and cheaper than a reactive scramble triggered by audit failure\, security incident or OS incompatibility. \nFlynet’s December 10 webinar is designed to give organizations the clarity they need to move from vulnerability to advantage\, replacing a legacy tool with a modern\, secure\, future-proof platform. \nSecure your place now and make sure your organization is ready for what’s next.
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/webinar-ericom-powerterm-end-of-life/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T133000
DTSTAMP:20251205T151828Z
CREATED:20251120T182025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T151828Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual CICS User Group | AI and CICS with Steve Wallin\, IBM
DESCRIPTION:In today’s fast-paced digital landscape\, businesses demand seamless\, efficient\, and secure transaction processing to keep up with evolving customer expectations and market dynamics. On IBM Z\, a platform renowned for its reliability and performance\, CICS Transaction Server has been at the forefront of enabling robust application serving for decades.\n\nAs we embrace the era of artificial intelligence (AI)\, the integration of AI technologies into CICS TS is not just an evolution but a revolution in how businesses create and manage their critical applications.\n \nAbout the Presenter\nSteve Wallin\, an Executive Director at IBM\, brings more than 25 years of experience in software development and technology leadership. His background includes a deep understanding of mainframe applications and modernization\, along with extensive expertise in agile methodologies and open-source technologies. He currently oversees key IBM Z Software products spanning transaction runtimes\, API and agile integration enablement\, z/OS containers\, and AI innovation. In addition\, he leads the UK Research and Development Labs.
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/ai-and-cics-with-steve-wallin-ibm/
LOCATION:Zoom – Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual CICS,Virtual User Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T133000
DTSTAMP:20251120T204116Z
CREATED:20250910T150212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T204116Z
UID:10000077-1768303800-1768311000@planetmainframe.com
SUMMARY:Virtual CICS User Group | The IT Stairway to Heaven. CICS Testing Pyramid: From Unit to Integration to Production-Like Environment
DESCRIPTION:Effective testing is essential for building robust systems. Dive deep into a structured approach to the testing pyramid for CICS applications. Using Test4z\, we will demonstrate how unit tests form the foundation of the pyramid\, enabling rapid validation of individual components. We’ll then explore how integration tests and\, finally\, end-to-end tests in production-like environments build upon this foundation as you move up the testing pyramid. \nSpeakers: Scott Brod & Petr Vacula \nRegistrations are available here!
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-cics-user-group-january-13-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom – Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual CICS,Virtual User Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260120T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260120T133000
DTSTAMP:20260122T175648Z
CREATED:20250910T151253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T175648Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Db2 User Group | Db2 13 in Practice: Separating Essential Innovation from Nice-to-Have Enhancements
DESCRIPTION:January 27\, 2026\nDb2 for z/OS continues to evolve at a remarkable pace\, with 57 new enhancements delivered through continuous delivery in 2025 alone—more than one per week. While this steady stream of innovation is exciting\, it can also be overwhelming for practitioners trying to understand what truly matters for their environments. \nIn this session\, Haakon Roberts\, Distinguished Engineer and CTO for IBM z Data and AI\, walks through the most impactful Db2 13 enhancements introduced in the second half of 2025. Drawing directly from real-world customer experience and deep involvement in Db2 development\, Haakon will highlight which enhancements deliver immediate operational\, performance\, security\, and availability value—and which may be situational or longer-term considerations. \nAttendees will gain practical insight into function level 508 capabilities\, distributed and observability enhancements\, DDF and security improvements\, utility advances\, and proactive resiliency features—along with guidance on how to prioritize adoption. This session is ideal for Db2 architects\, DBAs\, and technical leaders who want clarity\, context\, and confidence when planning their Db2 roadmap. \nRegister now!
URL:https://planetmainframe.com/event/virtual-db2-user-group-january-20-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom – Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual Db2,Virtual User Groups
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