CICS has been advocating zero trust principles and introducing security-focused enhancements since CICS TS 6.1. This session will explore the latest security capabilities available in CICS TS 6.3 and how they support organizations on their journey toward stronger zero trust security models. Attendees will gain insight into modern CICS security practices, the evolving threat landscape, […]
As data volumes grow, they naturally attract applications, services, and processing toward them—a concept commonly referred to as data gravity. In hybrid cloud environments, understanding data gravity has become increasingly important when making architectural decisions around IBM Z workloads and enterprise data strategy. This session explores how data mass, latency requirements, application coupling, and access […]
Unlock the power of instantly available mainframe resources to revolutionize mainframe delivery. The third session in the PopUp Persona Webinar series reveals how application developers, software engineers, and QA teams can conquer bottlenecks in z/OS environments, using cutting-edge tools for rapid prototyping, seamless testing, and accelerated DevOps pipelines. Discover practical modernization strategies, explore real-world success […]
All about SMP/E (System Modification Program/Extended) — It's SiMPlified!!! SMP/E (System Modification Program/Extended) is the foundation of software maintenance and update management within the z/OS ecosystem. This session provides a practical introduction to core SMP/E concepts and terminology, helping attendees better understand how controlled software maintenance is managed on the mainframe. Topics will include PTFs, […]
This session explores strategies for simplifying and optimizing access path management in Db2 for z/OS environments. Attendees will gain insight into techniques for improving query performance, reducing operational complexity, and supporting more efficient database administration practices. The discussion will focus on practical approaches to tuning and optimization that help organizations improve performance, reduce technical debt, […]
📅 July 14, 2026 🕦 11:30 AM ET As enterprise data volumes continue to grow and cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, organizations are rethinking how IMS backup and recovery environments are designed, secured, and maintained. In this session, Sujata Mane of BMC Software explores the architectural and operational shift from traditional tape-based backup strategies toward […]
Are you a systems programmer, database administrator, or mainframe operations or security leader looking to get more out of your z/OS environment? This opening session of the PopUp Mainframe Persona Webinar Series is built for practitioners navigating complex systems, limited resources, and constantly evolving requirements. You’ll gain practical insight into how teams are improving efficiency, […]
📅 June 16, 2026 🕦 11:30 AM ET When an IMS database fails, there is no time to learn recovery on the fly. In this practical and technically grounded session, Aditya Srivastava and Madhura Joshi of BMC Software walk through the complete IMS database recovery lifecycle — from corruption and recovery-needed states to restoring operations […]
Many organizations rely on large CICS applications where critical knowledge is buried in legacy code and documentation. This session explores how AI can help MF CICS professionals quickly understand applications, navigate programs, and answer operational questions about their systems. We will present practical scenarios showing how AI can help capture institutional knowledge, accelerate troubleshooting, and […]
CICS Resilience & Optimization: From Flow Intelligence to Data Recovery May 12, 2026 This CICS Session is a double feature and will include two great sessions: Mastering System Synergy: A Guide to Intelligent Region Grouping and Flow Analysis In today’s interconnected landscape, understanding how different parts of your operation communicate is the key to true […]
January 27, 2026 Db2 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. In this session, Haakon […]