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SmartJCL: The smart choice for perfect JCL coding

SmartJCL is your indispensable tool for checking and optimizing Job Control Language (JCL). It minimizes errors, reduces aborts and ensures reliable production processes - even under high time pressure.

Mit SmartJCL automatisieren Sie Prüfprozesse, nutzen integrierte Scheduler-Schnittstellen wie IZWS und profitieren von leistungsstarken Funktionen wie Reformatting und REXX-Integration. Unsere Lösung sorgt für höchste Qualität, optimiert Ihre Batch-Prozesse und steigert die Effizienz in Ihrer IT-Umgebung nachhaltig.

Advantages at a glance

Optimized JCL checks

Simuliert Variablenersetzungen und integriert Scheduler-Informationen aus IZWS und Control-M. Berücksichtigt Job-Abhängigkeiten und ermöglicht präzise Jobauswahl basierend auf spezifischen Kriterien.

Checking the production sequence

Simuliert Katalogaktionen zur Vermeidung widersprüchlicher Parameter. Die IZWS-Schnittstelle sortiert Jobs nach Startzeiten und stellt die korrekte Reihenfolge sicher.

JCL Reformat

Enables quick adaptation of JCL formats to company standards. Layouts of keywords, values and continuation lines can be customized directly in the ISPF editor.

Comprehensive data analysis

SmartJCL is able to fully analyze JCL components such as procedures, symbolic parameters, utility statements, resource availability and scheduler variables.

Scheduler integration

Identifiziert Fehler präventiv, indem JCL in Produktionsreihenfolge validiert und Aktionen simuliert werden. Über die REXX-Schnittstelle können JCL-Parameter nach eigenen Parametern, leicht geprüft und geändert werden.

Remote testing

Validiert JCL auf alternativen Systemen wie z.B.: Test- sowie Produktionsumgebungen. Die TCP/IP-Architektur gewährleistet effiziente Vergleiche und sichere Prüfungen.

Key features

Precise JCL testing and error prevention

SmartJCL analyzes your JCL coding thoroughly and simulates variable substitutions and scheduler actions to detect potential errors before production release. By integrating information from IWS z/OS and Control-M, dependencies and job sequences are reliably checked, ensuring the stability and reliability of your Batch processes.

Flexible JCL formatting

With the powerful reformat function, SmartJCL efficiently adapts JCL formats to company-specific standards. Keywords, values and continuation lines can be changed directly in the ISPF editor, promoting consistency in your JCL coding and making administrative tasks much easier.

Seamless scheduler integration

The comprehensive scheduler connection from SmartJCL enables easy checking and adjustment of JCL parameters. By simulating catalog actions and sorting jobs according to production start times, the tool avoids typical errors such as "dataset not found" and ensures smooth operation of complex job streams.

Remote testing for maximum efficiency

The remote check function of SmartJCL enables JCL validations on alternative systems and ensures the synchronization of test and production environments. This reduces manual transfers, saves time and improves the accuracy of your testing processes - ideal for an IT environment that requires maximum efficiency and precision.

Reliable. Precise. Efficient.

Have we piqued your interest?

Contact us today to arrange a demo for your company. Let our experts show you how SmartJCL maximize your JCL quality and reduce errors in Batch production. Experience live how our solution checks JCL error-free, enables individual adjustments and optimizes your IT processes through integrated scheduler interfaces. Together we will analyze your requirements and demonstrate how SmartJCL can be perfectly integrated into your IT landscape.

Would you like a quote or a trial license?

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions about SmartJCL

What is SmartJCL and what is it used for?

SmartJCL is a powerful JCL management tool designed to ensure the quality and accuracy of your JCL. It checks JCL for syntax errors, simulates variable substitutions and checks scheduler integration to avoid problems in Batch production.

How does SmartJCL help to prevent errors?

SmartJCL identifies errors at an early stage by simulating catalog actions, variable substitutions and production processes. Typical errors such as "Dataset not found" or faulty dependencies are detected and rectified before they affect production.

Can SmartJCL be adapted to specific company standards?

Yes, with the Reformat function of SmartJCL , JCL layouts and formats can be adapted to company-specific standards. The tool allows administrators to individually define keywords, values and continuation lines.

Which scheduler interfaces does SmartJCL support?

SmartJCL bietet integrierte Schnittstellen zu gängigen Schedulern wie IBM IZWS und Control-M. Dies ermöglicht eine nahtlose Integration in bestehende IT-Prozesse und die automatische Validierung von JCL in Produktionsreihenfolge.

Can SmartJCL also be used in test and development environments?

Yes, SmartJCL supports remote testing, which enables the synchronization of test, development and production environments. This simplifies testing and reduces manual transfers and local testing.

How does SmartJCL contribute to productivity?

SmartJCL reduces manual effort through automated checks and error analyses. It saves valuable time, minimizes night shifts and optimizes workflows, thereby increasing productivity in IT operations management.

How difficult is the implementation of SmartJCL?

SmartJCL is easy to install and is operated via the ISPF dialog. It does not require extensive programming knowledge and can be quickly integrated into existing IT environments.

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