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Course Number: ZOSSMS100

z/OS – DFSMS implementation

This course is aimed at staff working in storage management, production operations, and system programming, and provides a comprehensive look at the use and maintenance of DFSMS components. While the focus is less on initial implementation, participants gain valuable insights into optimizing existing DFSMS environments. The course is ideal for anyone looking to implement DFSMS or bring their knowledge up to date, including the latest product innovations.

Course Details

Instructor

by arrangement

Level

Advanced

Duration

by individual agreement

Type

Onsite or Remote

Further Details

Course Content

Key topics:

  • Role of DFSMS:
    Its significance in file management for DASD and tape.
  • Storage pool management:
    Organizing DASD volumes and implementing SLAs with DFSMS.
  • ISMF & ACS routines:
    Using the Interactive Storage Management Facility and automatic file classification.
  • SMS configuration:
    Managing and configuring DFSMS components.
  • System commands:
    Controlling and monitoring DFSMS.
  • New features:
    Latest innovations up to z/OS DFSMS V2.1.
  • Optional topics:
    By arrangement (e.g., IDCAMS DCOLLECT, DFSMS and RACF, CICS/TS, OAM, IBM storage hardware).
  • Practical exercises:
    Hands-on exercises to deepen knowledge.

Our training sessions and training materials are currently offered in German only.

Format

Our workshops are tailored to your goals, existing knowledge, and your company’s specific environment. You decide whether the workshop is conducted remotely or on-site at your premises.

Flexible pricing
Prices depend on scope, number of participants, topic focus, and chosen format. You’ll receive a transparent quote based on your specific requirements. Travel costs apply for on-site sessions.

Added value through on-site workshops
An on-site workshop offers the advantage of working directly in your IT environment and developing practical solutions together with your team that can be applied immediately in day-to-day operations.

Workshops at our training facilities in Munich, on request
We are also happy to conduct workshops at our own or external facilities in Munich. This option is available on request, with terms agreed individually.

Flexible booking, from just one participant
Our workshops can be conducted for as few as one participant. Content and duration are tailored to your existing expertise and goals – efficient, hands-on, and solution-oriented.

Pricing

For detailed pricing information on this course, please contact us here.

Dates

Dates are arranged individually in consultation with you. Please contact us here for more information.

What’s Included

Training certificate

Training documents as PDF

Prerequisites

ZOSIBM100, ZOSJCL100 or knowledge of INCONTROL products, JCL, and ISPF

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