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Skyward DataModern Banking Without Barriers: How to Unlock Data for AI, Compliance & Customer TrustIf you’re working in banking or financial services, you know your most valuable data is trapped on mainframes and siloed systems. In this episode, learn how you can unlock real-time, no-code access to your core banking, payment, and risk management data — so you can power fraud detection, accelerate compliance reporting, and deliver hyper-personalized customer experiences.
Discover how to eliminate ETL and avoid expensive, risky migrations while
keeping your operations secure and resilient. Walk away with an actionable vision for how to modernize your infrastructure without disruption, increase agility, and cut costs — even before you’re ready to start...2025-07-2406 min
Skyward DataIntroducing FlowZ: The Smarter, Simpler Way to Share Mainframe FilesOn this episode of Skyward Data, we introduce FlowZ™ — the smarter, simpler way to share mainframe files with the cloud, distributed apps, and even AI platforms.
If you’ve struggled with overcomplicated ETL pipelines, fragile virtual disks, or slow, manual file transfers, this episode is for you. We explain how FlowZ eliminates unnecessary layers, letting you move mainframe files securely, quickly, and in open formats — with no code and no drama.
You’ll learn:
Why VirtualZ built FlowZ — and what problems it solves.
How FlowZ works to deliver lightweight, bidirectional file sharing....2025-07-2206 min
Skyward DataZaac™ Briefing On Demand | Instant Mainframe Storage for Cloud, DevOps, and AIDiscover how Zaac™, the award-winning no-code storage solution from VirtualZ, connects IBM Z mainframes to modern cloud and SAN storage—instantly and without disruption.
In this on-demand briefing, CEO Jeanne Glass introduces Zaac and explains how it eliminates traditional DASD limitations, supports modern DevOps, enables AI pipelines, and simplifies storage provisioning—without rewriting a single line of code.
What you’ll learn in this briefing:
1. Why legacy storage models are slowing down hybrid cloud, AI, and DevOps
2. How Zaac delivers instant, on-demand access to cloud and SAN storage from IBM Z
Real-world use cases:
Instant Mainframe Storage with cloud agility
...2025-07-1704 min
Skyward DataFor Modern Systems Integrators: Accelerate Client AI & Cloud Outcomes with No-Code Data AccessIn this modern integrator masterclass, learn how systems integrators can unlock high-margin, fast-value solutions by helping clients move mainframe data into cloud and AI platforms — without coding, replication, or re-platforming.
Whether you serve regulated industries, lead data transformation projects, or support AI and observability initiatives, this session shows how PropelZ™ empowers you to:
1. Integrate IBM Z data with Vertex AI, SageMaker, Azure ML, watsonx, Snowflake, and more
2. Support on-prem, hybrid, and cloud use cases with one architecture
3. Offer clients real-time, policy-aligned, zip-eligible data integration — in hours, not months
4. Deliver packaged solutions (e.g., tape-to-cloud, SMF archiving, dashboard migration) with low ri...2025-07-1525 min
Skyward DataLozen™ Briefing On-Demand | Modern Real-Time Mainframe Data Access Without DisruptionDiscover how Lozen™, from VirtualZ Computing, redefines enterprise data access for hybrid cloud, AI, and application modernization.
In this customer briefing, you’ll learn how Lozen provides real-time, read-write access to your most valuable data—right where it lives, on IBM Z. No replication. No ETL. No disruption.
What you’ll learn:
1. How Lozen eliminates the need to move or replicate data
2. AI and Application Modernization Use Cases
3. Integration paths for cloud, distributed, and containerized environments
Trusted by global leaders and designed by mainframe software pioneers, Lozen helps you unlock the full potential of your data without rewriting or re-platf...2025-07-1006 min
Skyward DataAI in Hours: Instantly Feed IBM Z Data to watsonx, SageMaker, Vertex AI & Azure MLModern AI projects stall when critical data is trapped on the mainframe. In this Podcast, we discuss how PropelZ™ moves VSAM, SMF, COBOL-copybook, IMS/Db2, and other IBM Z data to any AI platform in hours, not weeks—without ETL, change-data-capture headaches, or extra MIPS.
What you’ll learn:
Why legacy ETL & CDC fail for real-time AI and analytics
Inside PropelZ’s three-stage architecture (ingest ▸ transform ▸ deliver)
Incremental updates & zIIP-eligible performance
One-click targets: Amazon SageMaker & S3, Google Vertex AI, Azure ML, IBM watsonx, Postgres, Snowflake, more
Flat-rate pricing: $50...2025-07-0841 min
Skyward DataPropelZ™ Briefing On Demand | No-Code Mainframe Data Access for AI, Analytics, and the CloudIn episode of Skyward Data, VirtualZ CEO Jeanne Glass introduces PropelZ™, the no-code platform that gives you instant access to structured mainframe data—ready for AI, dashboards, compliance, and observability tools.
Why it matters:
Too much of your most valuable data is trapped in legacy systems—hidden behind COBOL copybooks, VSAM files, and SMF logs. With PropelZ, you can move that data directly to your modern platforms in hours, not months.
What you’ll learn in this podcast:
1. Why legacy ETL and integration tools fall short
2. How PropelZ installs in hours—no custom code required
3. Real-world use cases:
AI Enablement...2025-07-0304 min
Skyward DataVirtualZ Briefing On Demand | No-Code Access to IBM Z and BeyondIn this on-demand briefing, VirtualZ founder and CEO Jeanne Glass introduces our patented, no-code software platform that transforms how enterprises access and use mainframe and hybrid cloud data.
Whether your focus is AI, analytics, modernization, observability, or storage, VirtualZ delivers the data you need—without code, delay, or disruption.
What you’ll learn in this briefing:
1. Why 70% of critical enterprise data remains hard to access—and how to fix it
2. How VirtualZ eliminates ETL, replication, scripting, and delays
3. A breakdown of our three no-code products:
PropelZ™ for data movement to AI, BI, and observability tools
Lozen™ for real-time, read-write access to...2025-07-0107 min
Skyward DataMainframe Data. Cloud Ready. No Code.In this episode of Skyward Data, VirtualZ Computing co-founders Dustin Froyum and Vince Re introduce PropelZ™—a no-code solution that makes mainframe data instantly cloud-ready without ETL, scripts, or disruption.
You’ll learn:
Why traditional ETL is too costly and slow for modern data needs
How PropelZ installs directly on z/OS and runs on zIIP engines for cost efficiency
How PropelZ handles VSAM, SMF, sequential datasets, and even console messages
How incremental data updates and interactive execution reduce batch windows
How to use PropelZ for report migrat...2025-06-2641 min
Skyward DataMainframe to Vertex AI in a DayIn this episode of Skyward Data, Jeanne Glass, Founder and CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explores how enterprises can unlock mainframe data for Google Cloud’s Vertex AI—in a single day.
Jeanne breaks down why mainframe data remains essential for training AI models, and how VirtualZ’s PropelZ™ solution eliminates the complexity of traditional ETL and data replication.
You'll learn how to:
Seamlessly connect IBM Z data to Vertex AI and BigQuery
Deliver governed, AI-ready data without writing a single line of code
Accelerate time-to-insight for predictive and generative AI
...2025-06-1903 min
Skyward DataAWS Transform for IBM Z: How VirtualZ Makes It ActionableAWS Transform is designed to accelerate cloud modernization—but for enterprises running on IBM Z, the path forward has historically been slow, complex, and costly.
In this episode of Skyward Data, we explore how VirtualZ Computing makes AWS Transform actionable for mainframe environments—unlocking mission-critical data instantly and securely, with no code, no disruption, and no replication.
You'll learn how VirtualZ’s patented software suite—PropelZ™, Lozen™, and Zaac™—bridges the gap between IBM Z and AWS services like SageMaker, Lambda, Redshift, and Amazon S3. Whether your goal is to modernize applications, accelerate AI, optimize storage, or ensu...2025-06-1705 min
Skyward DataGitHub Meets Mainframe: Simplifying DevOps with VirtualZ’s Zaac™In this episode of Skyward Data, VirtualZ Co-founders Dustin Froyum and Vince Re explore how Zaac™, our patented virtual file system, is reshaping mainframe DevOps by making GitHub work natively on IBM Z—no replication, no scripts, and no headaches.
Listen in as we cover:
How Zaac integrates GitHub directly into Z/OS using standard Fuse drivers
Why mainframe teams no longer need to choose between modern toolchains and traditional workflows
How developers can edit, compile, and manage code in GitHub from both cloud and mainframe environments—without any sync errors
...2025-06-1235 min
Skyward DataSimplifying Mainframe Log Integration with Observability PlatformsIn this episode of the Skyward Data podcast, VirtualZ Computing co-founders Dustin Froyum and Vince Re break down how PropelZ™ simplifies mainframe log integration into modern observability platforms like Splunk.
You’ll get a quick overview of PropelZ’s architecture — built on a powerful three-tier pipeline for real-time or batch processing of SMF records and console messages — and see how organizations are using it to feed mainframe data into cloud-native platforms for security, compliance, and performance monitoring.
Highlights include:
Real-time vs. batch input options
API-based output for...2025-06-1022 min
Skyward DataModernize IMS, Db2, IDMS, Datacom and More Relational DatabasesJoin us for an insightful podcast: Modernize Relational Databases with VirtualZ and discover how VirtualZ’s PropelZ™ solution simplifies the modernization of relational databases like IMS, Db2, IDMS, and Datacom, enabling seamless data extraction, automated transformation, and direct integration with modern platforms.Key Topics· Eliminating ETL Headaches: Learn how PropelZ’s no-code solutions reduce complexity and costs.· Accelerating AI and Analytics: Enable real-time data access for faster insights and decision-making.· Customer Use Cases: Explore real-world examples of organizations successfully modernizing their relational databases with VirtualZ.What Experts...2025-06-0532 min
Skyward DataBusiness Agility with Mainframe and Cloud DataBusiness agility is no longer just a competitive advantage, it's a necessity.In an era dominated by disruption, organizations with mainframe systems seek to achieve business agility in response, but they're finding it difficult given the vast amount of data involved.In this webinar hosted by TechChannel, VirtualZ discusses real-time, read-write data access solutions that can transform the combination of mainframe and cloud data access into a modern, competitive advantage — from any platform, anytime, anywhere.2025-06-0335 min
Skyward DataEliminating Change Data Capture. A Modern Approach to Mainframe Data AccessEmpowering IT Leaders with a Cost-Effective, Low-Maintenance Alternative to CDC. IBM Z mainframes remain the foundation of enterprise IT, processing mission-critical transactions and housing vast amounts of business data. As organizations move toward hybrid cloud architectures and modern analytics platforms, accessing mainframe data in real time is essential. For years, Change Data Capture (CDC) has been the default method for synchronizing mainframe data with cloud and distributed systems. However, CDC is an expensive, complex, and high-maintenance solution that requires constant monitoring, manual tuning, and resource-intensive processes.VirtualZ...2025-05-2906 min
Skyward Data12. From Mainframes to Modern AI: The Evolution of Data GovernanceJoin industry veterans Marc Sokol and Todd Henley for a fascinating journey through the evolution of data governance, from mainframe programming in the 1970s to today's AI-powered enterprise systems.
Marc, with over four decades in technology, shares insights from his days writing COBOL compilers to his current role at VirtualZ, while Todd, founder at Paperkite.ai, brings his expertise as a former Chief Data Governance and Privacy Officer. They explore how metadata serves as "the language of data governance" and discuss the critical challenges of implementing responsible AI in regulated industries.
This episode offers invaluable...2025-05-2848 min
Skyward DataLozen™ OpenAPI Connector: Unlocking Mainframe Data Access for Azure Logic AppsJoin Richard Philyaw, Chief Architect at VirtualZ Computing, for a brief demonstration on how to configure and use Lozen's OpenAPI connector with Microsoft Azure Logic Apps Integration Platform as a Service.OverviewOrganizations leveraging IBM Z mainframes often encounter significant challenges when it comes to accessing and integrating their data into modern applications.This is where Lozen™ steps in, offering a powerful solution for real-time, read-write access to mainframe data across various platforms.With its OpenAPI Connector, Lozen enables se...2025-05-2703 min
Skyward DataTFG Live! From the Show Floor - Hybrid Cloud: What About the Data?On this episode of Futurum Live! From the Show Floor, The Futurum Group's Steven Dickens talks with Jeanne Glass, Founder and CEO of VirtualZ, about modern data access approaches that will accelerate getting mainframe data to the cloud for AI, BI, and other business imperatives. We also covered how difficult it's been for the mainframe and the cloud to share equivalent real-time data access across platforms — until VirtualZ.2025-05-2210 min
Skyward DataSecuring the Core: Strategies for Modern Mainframe Data Governance and Unified Log ManagementIBM Z mainframes remain the cornerstone of enterprise IT, processing the majority of global business transactions. Their unparalleled reliability, scalability, and security make them indispensable for critical business operations. However, as hybrid IT environments become more widespread,Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) face growing challenges in securing mainframe data while ensuring smooth integration with modern platforms.This podcast explores the latest trends in mainframe security, addressesthe challenges of data governance, and presents practical strategies toprotect and leverage mainframe data in an increasingly complex...2025-05-2012 min
Skyward DataMainframe Decommissioning: Understanding the Drivers and Solving the ChallengesIn this episode of Skyward Data, we delve into the critical factors prompting organizations to consider mainframe decommissioning. While IBM Z systems have long been the backbone of enterprise IT, challenges such as escalating costs, a shrinking pool of skilled professionals, and integration hurdles with modern technologies are leading businesses to reevaluate their reliance on these platforms.However, is decommissioning the only path forward? We explore how VirtualZ Computing offers innovative solutions that allow organizations to modernize their IT ecosystems without abandoning their mainframes. By addressing the root causes—outdated tools and processes—VirtualZ enable...2025-05-1505 min
Skyward DataLozen™ API: Access mainframe data from any OpenAPI application such as Boomi, TIBCO, and moreJoin Vince Re, Chief Technology Officer at VirtualZ Computing, as he describes how Lozen API enables customers to have simple and secure access to mainframe data from an increasing number of application environments.Lozen™ offers several connectors to enable mainframe data access to a broad range of applications. In this blog, we explain two of these in more detail: The Lozen OpenAPI Connector, which makes it possible to access mainframe data, such as VSAM files, from any OpenAPI application (such as Microsoft Azure Logic Apps, Boomi, TIBCO, and more)...2025-05-1310 min
Skyward DataIntegrating Mainframe Data with Splunk DemoIn today’s interconnected IT environments, mainframes remain a cornerstone of enterprise computing. However, integrating mainframe logs with modern log management platforms like Splunk often feels like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. Traditional solutions can fall short, leaving valuable console messages and logs siloed from broader enterprise systems. VirtualZ now offers Integrating Mainframe Data with Splunk, a no-code solution based on PropelZ™ that simplifies the process of capturing, transforming, and integrating mainframe logs with Splunk, enabling seamless integration and real-time visibility across platforms without the complexity.2025-05-0806 min
Skyward DataUnveiling PropelZ™ : The Fast, No Code Utility for Extracting Mainframe DataIt shouldn’t take a major investment of time and money to get a data snapshot for presentation or analysis. The PropelZ™ utility from VirtualZ Computing makes it easy to create a copy of mainframe data right when you need it, for use in hybrid cloud environments.
During this podcast you will learn how to use PropelZ to push data from your mainframe directly to your preferred database. Once there, you can use the capabilities you’re already familiar with to transform and analyze your dataset. This process is ideal for times when you don’t...2025-05-0641 min
Skyward DataTop Trends in Mainframe Modernization for 2025In this episode of Skyward Data, we delve into the pivotal trends shaping mainframe modernization in 2025. As IBM Z systems continue to be central to enterprise operations, the push towards integrating these robust platforms with contemporary technologies becomes imperative.
We explore how organizations are:
Embracing hybrid cloud models to enhance scalability and flexibility.
Integrating AI and machine learning to drive predictive analytics and operational efficiency.
Adopting DevOps and agile methodologies to accelerate development cycles.
Transitioning to microservices and API-driven architectures for improved modularity and integration.
Modernizing legacy codebases to align with current technological standards.
Enhancing security an...2025-05-0107 min
Skyward DataModernize in Place and Optimize Data AccessAs the backbone of many enterprise systems, mainframes remain critical to business operations. With Al and data security being top of mind for today's business leaders, effective strategies for data access are also needed. This podcast focuses on secure, real-time, read-write access to mainframe data.
The session outlines a comprehensive understanding of the 'modernize in place' concept as it pertains to mainframe systems. We discuss how businesses can innovate with their existing mainframe environments, integrate with modern applications, and improve business agility without the need for total system overhauls or migrations. We also explore...2025-04-2933 min
Skyward DataModern Observability for Hybrid Cloud Environments: Expert Insights on Integrating SMF and Management Data with Your SIEM for Advanced AnalyticsSystem Management Facilities (SMF) data serves as a critical asset for organizations utilizing IBM Z systems, acting as a detailed record of system activity, user actions, and operational performance. However, the challenges associated with managing this data, especially in large, complex environments, are considerable.
This podcast explores the significance of SMF data, the complexities of managing it, and VirtualZ’s innovative solutions to address these challenges through effective data management strategies, including unified access to various management logs.2025-04-2807 min
Skyward DataThe Next Generation of Data Warehousing and Data LakesThe digital age has unleashed an unprecedented volume of data, transforming it into a critical asset for decision-making, innovation, and competitive advantage. To harness this data, organizations are increasingly turning to data lakes and data warehouses. These modern architectures provide scalable, cost-effective platforms for storing, managing, and analyzing vast amounts of structured and unstructured data.However, as organizations modernize their data strategies, they face challenges in integrating legacy systems, ensuring data quality, and achieving real-time insights. This podcast explores the evolution of data lakes and warehouses, the opportunities they create, and the challenges businesses...2025-04-2308 min
Skyward DataLozen™ Connector for MuleSoft: Simplified Data Access Directly within MuleSoftJoin Dustin Froyum (CFO) and Richard Philyaw (Chief Architect) for this brief podcast as they discuss and demonstrate how VirtualZ Computing's Lozen™ Connector for MuleSoft integrates easily with Mule — allowing for simplified design data access directly within MuleSoft's development environment.VirtualZ Computing’s Lozen and PropelZ provide essential tools for integrating mainframe data into MuleSoft’s event-driven ecosystem. By simplifying real-time read-write access and data transformation, these solutions ensure that organizations can access and correlate mainframe data with other sources, driving faster insights and improved business agility.Benefits of Lozen an...2025-04-2216 min
Skyward DataAccelerate AI-Driven Application ModernizationIn this episode we explore how VirtualZ’s patented data access software enables real-time, out-of-the-box mainframe data access, simplifying or eliminating the need for costly ETL and Change Data Capture (CDC) processes. Discover how VirtualZ empowers organizations to modernize applications faster than ever, bridging the gap between legacy mainframes and modern AI platforms.Key Topics· Real-time data access for AI-driven modernization.· How VirtualZ reduces costs and risks while accelerating innovation.· Customer Use CasesWhat Experts Are Saying“Lozen was incredibly easy to install...2025-04-2142 min
Skyward DataSecuring Data Access and Governance in a Hybrid Cloud WorldIn today’s digital-first economy, organizations are rapidly modernizing their IT infrastructures, adopting hybrid and multi-cloud environments to enhance flexibility, scalability, and innovation. However, this transformation introduces unprecedented security challenges. Data breaches, regulatory noncompliance, and governance complexities are critical concerns as organizations expand data access beyond traditional mainframe systems to cloud platforms.Maintaining data integrity, ensuring compliance, and minimizing risk—while enabling seamless access to mainframe data—are vital priorities for enterprises that operate in highly regulated industries. VirtualZ’s solutions, Lozen and PropelZ, address these challenges head-on, providing secure, compliant, and efficient tools for data...2025-04-2107 min
Skyward DataVirtualZ: Any Data. Anywhere. Anytime. Eliminate Data Replication and Change Data Capture.VirtualZ’s next-generation data access software seamlessly integrates mainframe, cloud, and distributed environments. Our solutions tackle AI, analytics, cloud migration, and compliance challenges without replication or complex migrations.Join Dustin Froyum (Co-Founder and SVP of Global Alliances) and Mark Potts (VP of Global Services) to learn how our suite of products allows you to access data from any platform, anywhere, and leverage that data to power better applications and experiences. Whether you need real-time, read-write access or ad-hoc access, we have the solution to help.VirtualZ Computing™ is the firs...2025-04-1733 min
Skyward DataAI and Application Modernization Trends, Challenges, and the Role of Seamless Mainframe Data AccessArtificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a critical enabler of application modernization. AI-powered tools are revolutionizing how organizations refactor legacy code, migrate to the cloud, and optimize operational efficiency. The AI-driven application modernization market is experiencing significant growth as organizations increasingly integrate artificial intelligence to enhance and transform legacy systems. In 2024, the global AI software market is projected to be valued at $98 billion, with expectations to reach $391 billion by 2030.Despite the promise of AI, one of the most persistent challenges remains: accessing legacy data stored in mainframe environments. While AI-driven tools can replatform applications...2025-04-1608 min
Skyward DataLozen™: Mainframe Data for Hybrid Clouds with VirtualZ CTO, Vince ReLozen™ is VirtualZ Computing’s out-of-the-box solution that simplifies real-time, read-write data access — enabling your organization to run on a single source of truth while maintaining data integrity and security.With Lozen, custom and packaged applications running anywhere — in the cloud, on distributed platforms or on mobile devices — have real-time, read-write access to always-in-sync data on the IBM Z platform.Empower Your Modern Hybrid Cloud Applications With Lozen1. Provide real-time, read-write access to your business-critical mainframe data, where and when it’s needed most.2. Imp...2025-04-1533 min
Skyward DataAccelerating Application Modernization with VirtualZThe pressure to modernize legacy systems and applications has never been greater. Businesses are increasingly relying on hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructures to achieve flexibility, scalability, and competitive advantage.Yet, with this transition comes the challenge of migrating complex, data-heavy mainframe systems to modern cloud environments without disrupting business operations.Application modernization is not just about moving workloads from onpremise servers to the cloud. It's about reimagining how systems, applications, and data can be managed, accessed, and scaled. It’s a strategy for future-proofing IT infrastructures while ensuring security, reducing...2025-04-1409 min
Skyward DataMicrosoft joins VirtualZ: Modernizing Business-Critical Mainframe Data AccessJoin Ashish Khandelwal and Steve Read from Microsoft as we discuss optimal ways to modernize your cloud, storage, and other business-critical mainframe data access methods. as we discuss optimal ways to modernize your cloud, storage, and other business-critical mainframe data access methods. • Enable broader data access at a lower cost. • Unlock faster, simpler application migration. • Gain simple and secure access to mainframe data from multiple application environments. • Improve ETL and other existing legacy solutions with higher performance and lower costs. Unlock Microsoft Azure with Lozen, Pro...2025-04-101h 01
Skyward DataA Guide for CIO's: Unlocking the Strategic Advantage of Mainframe ModernizationIn this episode of the Skyward Data, we explore A Guide for CIOs: Unlocking the Strategic Advantage of Mainframe Modernization. As the global mainframe modernization market is set to reach $108 billion by 2031, organizations are rethinking how to integrate, modernize, and leverage mainframe data to stay competitive in a digital-first world.Join us as we break down the key trends driving modernization, including:The shift toward cloud migration and hybrid-cloud strategies to improve scalability and efficiency.The growing demand for real-time analytics and AI/ML to power next-generation...2025-04-0912 min
Skyward DataSimplify Your ETL and Reduce CostsIn this podcast, Dustin Froyum and Richard Philyaw of VirtualZ Computing speak to how Lozen™ simplifies new and existing #ETL processes — all while saving you money. Who doesn't want a more effective, low-cost solution?Lozen™ eliminates the need for costly #data replication or complex "lift and shift" migrations. With real-time, read-write access to data directly on the IBM Z platform, Lozen simplifies ETL workflows, enabling faster data transformation and integration across hybrid cloud environments. Its no-code capabilities streamline processes, reduce operational costs, and ensure data security and compliance by keeping data in its original locati...2025-04-0826 min
Skyward DataA New Era in Mainframe Storage | Trends, Challenges, and Solutions for the Hybrid Cloud EraMainframe computing continues to be a critical component for many largeenterprises, providing reliable, secure, and scalable infrastructure. However, asbusinesses undergo digital transformation, there is increasing pressure tomodernize mainframe storage solutions to accommodate the growingdemands of hybrid cloud environments, big data analytics, and costmanagement.This thought leadership podcast examines the top trends currently shapingmainframe storage, along with the challenges organizations face in adaptingto these changes. The shift towards more flexible, cost-efficient, and scalable2025-04-0716 min
Skyward DataRewriting the Rules of Mainframe Data IntegrationIn this installment of Skyward Data's "Behind the Code: Unfiltered Conversations with CTO Vince Re", we explore the groundbreaking capabilities of PropelZ, VirtualZ Computing’s no-code solution for modernizing mainframe data management. Vince Re, the visionary behind VirtualZ's patented innovations, shares how PropelZ captures console messages, system logs, and alerts from IBM Z mainframes in real time, seamlessly integrating with cloud-native platforms like Splunk, LogRhythm, and other open-source solutions.Vince delves into how PropelZ enables enterprises to bridge the gap between legacy systems and modern hybrid cloud environments. Learn how it empowers businesses to ac...2025-04-0418 min
Skyward DataLozen™ Connector for MuleSoft: Enhance Your MuleSoft Experience with Immediate Mainframe Data Access.Join Richard Philyaw, Chief Architect at VirtualZ Computing, for a brief demonstration on how to configure Lozen's Mule connector using MuleSoft Anypoint Studio.VirtualZ Computing’s Lozen and PropelZ provide essential tools for integrating mainframe data into MuleSoft’s event-driven ecosystem. By simplifying real-time read-write access and data transformation, these solutions ensure that organizations can access and correlate mainframe data with other sources, driving faster insights and improved business agility.Benefits of Lozen and PropelZ to Integrate Mainframe Data with MuleSoft1. Real-Time Data Correlation: Loze...2025-04-0302 min
Skyward DataHybrid Cloud: What About the Data with VirtualZJoin Jeanne Glass, VirtualZ’s Founder and CEO, as she reviews modern approaches to mainframe data access. Business-critical data is stored in a variety of locations — on the mainframe, in the cloud, on SAN devices, or in SaaS applications, just to name a few. Until now, the mainframe hasn’t had equivalent data access or sharing capabilities as these other platforms. Jeanne will discuss out of the box, no-code, real-time access to mainframe data — and mainframe applications’ real-time access to data in the cloud.Join us for this brief, enlighteni...2025-04-0206 min
Skyward DataZaac™ for Mainframe Storage in the CloudJoin Vince Re, VirtualZ Computing's CTO, as he shares a brief preview of the power of Zaac™.Business-critical data is stored in a variety of locations — in the cloud, on SAN devices, or in SaaS applications, just to name a few. Until now, the mainframe has not been empowered with equivalent data access capabilities to these other platforms.What can Zaac do for me?With Zaac, the mainframe is elevated so that it has the same data access capabilities as any other platform. Applications runn...2025-04-0108 min
Skyward DataTransforming Complex VSAM Files into User-Friendly Formats: CSV, XML, and JSONIn this episode of the Skyward Data Podcast series "Behind the Code: Unfiltered Conversations with Vince, Re CTO at VirtualZ Computing, we delve into the challenges organizations face when trying to access and analyze mainframe data with modern tools like Excel, Crystal Reports, and Tableau. He explains that while these tools are widely used for analytics and reporting, they often struggle to connect with mainframe data due to its unique formats, such as VSAM files, packed decimal data, and mainframe-specific timestamps.Vince introduces Lozen, a powerful solution that simplifies this problem by offering seamless...2025-03-2812 min
Skyward DataOut of the Box ETL: Unlock Mainframe Data Access with PropelZ™Ready to simplify data replication from your mainframe to the cloud or non-mainframe databases? Tune in to this engaging webinar where we reveal how easy it can be with VirtualZ’s cutting-edge, open architecture solution.Learn how PropelZ™ seamlessly integrates with any database supporting a JDBC driver, enabling smooth, efficient data transfers. Dive deep into PropelZ’s key features and powerful capabilities, and discover how it can transform your data management strategies. Don’t miss this chance to leverage your mainframe data like never before! Watch now!2025-03-2720 min
Skyward DataSeamlessly Integrate Mainframe Data with Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, Google Looker, and More!Join us for an in-depth look at PropelZ, the no-code solution for seamlessly integrating mainframe data with BI platforms. In this episode Dustin Froyum, Co-founder of VirtualZ, and Vince Re, CTO and Co-founder, demonstrate how PropelZ simplifies mainframe data access and transformation for modern analytics environments.What You'll Learn:1. How PropelZ enables real-time mainframe data streaming to cloud and BI platforms like Tableau, Snowflake, and Power BI.2. Key differences between PropelZ and traditional SQL-based solutions like IBM DVM.3. The...2025-03-2651 min
Skyward DataEmpowering Data Stores: Simplify Extracting and Loading Mainframe Data into Cloud-based Data Lakes.In the rapidly evolving IT landscape, the pivotal role of data stores as central hubs for vast volumes of diverse data types cannot be overstated. VirtualZ is modernizing mainframe data access in a simple, efficient, cutting-edge way that is empowering data stores — ensuring they become more than just repositories in today’s modern hybrid cloud environments.During this podcast, we discuss:• Understanding Data Stores: Dive into what constitutes a data store and its significance in today's digital ecosystem. Discover the versatility of data stores in handling everything from s...2025-03-2519 min
Skyward DataCase Study: Revolutionizing SMF Data Management with PropelZ – Featuring Vince ReIn this installment of Behind the Code: Unfiltered Conversations with CTO Vince Re, we dive into how PropelZ provides a “single pane of glass” solution to seamlessly capture, preserve, and deliver SMF data to any platform where it’s needed.In today’s highly regulated industries like banking and finance, properly managed System Management Facility (SMF) data is not just an operational necessity — it’s a legal requirement.Organizations are tasked with storing, managing, and preserving SMF records, which track every action on a mainframe for potentially many years. The volume of SMF data can...2025-03-2421 min
Skyward DataZaac™ for Seamless Integration to Cloud, SAN, and Physical Storage.Zaac™ offers seamless integration to cloud, SAN, and physical storage. Something that wasn't possible until now. Join us to learn more as we discuss how Zaac can help:• Reduce the cost of your mainframe storage by leveraging cloud, SAN, and physical storage. • Improve redundancy by leveraging more than one storage solution.2025-03-2042 min
Skyward DataZaac™ Preview - Allowing Mainframe Applications to Access Cloud Data StoresJoin Vince Re, VirtualZ Computing's CTO, as he shares a brief preview of the power of Zaac™. Business-critical data is stored in a variety of locations — in the cloud, on SAN devices, or in SaaS applications, just to name a few. Until now, the mainframe has not been empowered with equivalent data access capabilities as these other platforms.That’s where Zaac comes in. Zaac operates under the concept of “IBM Z as a Client” — allowing mainframe applications to read and write data from other platforms in real time the way a cl...2025-03-1908 min
Skyward DataSeamless Mainframe Data Integration with TableauIn this episode, we demonstrate how VirtualZ Computing’s PropelZ product integrates seamlessly with Tableau for powerful business intelligence and real-time data visualization. PropelZ simplifies the process of copying data from IBM Z mainframe systems, such as VSAM files, to hybrid cloud environments. Using JDBC, PropelZ transforms and transfers data, making it accessible for use in cloud-based databases like MySQL. The demo highlights how PropelZ allows you to load, transform, and visualize mainframe data in Tableau with ease, showcasing airports data mapped by latitude and longitude in a dynamic, interactive way. PropelZ eliminates the need for complex data pipelines, au...2025-03-1810 min
Skyward DataLozen™ for Incremental Application MigrationLozen™ is the most powerful data access solution to enable application migration on the market today.During this podcast, Dustin Froyum (Co-Founder and SVP of Global Alliances) and Richard Philyaw (Chief Architect) will discuss the power of Lozen for your incremental application migration projects. In addition to a brief demonstration of Lozen's out of the box integration with Micro Focus Enterprise Server, we will review how Lozen will expedite your project while reducing risk, complexity, and cost.Are you migrating some mainframe applications to the cloud while leaving others in...2025-03-1318 min
Skyward DataLozen™ Connector for Rocket Enterprise Server (formerly a Micro Focus product) DemoOut of the Box Data Access with Rocket Enterprise Server (formerly a Micro Focus product) with Lozen. Effortlessly Access Mainframe Data for COBOL Applications Without Code Modifications or Risky Replication.The integration of Lozen with Rocket Enterprise Server allows businesses to:1. Seamlessly Access Mainframe DataEnable COBOL applications running on distributed platforms (Windows, Linux) to access VSAM data on the IBM Z mainframe without code modifications, ensuring continuity during migrations.2. Enhance Security and Reduce CostsKeep mainframe data securely on...2025-03-1103 min
Skyward DataLozen™ Technical Deep Dive with VirtualZ Computing CTO, Vince ReJoin Vince Re, Chief Technology Officer at VirtualZ Computing, for an in-depth on-demand demonstration of how Lozen™ is revolutionizing data access on IBM Z.Vince provides a technical deep dive into how Lozen, VirtualZ Computing's game changing data access solution, works to save time and reduce the cost of application migration - all while keeping data securely on the IBM Z platform. With Lozen, you can greatly reduce ETL, change data capture and other legacy data access methods with real-time, read-write access to data on IBM Z - from mi...2025-03-0636 min
Skyward DataIDC, Microsoft, and Micro Focus (now Rocket Software) join VirtualZ: Eliminate the Sky-Rocketing Costs of ETLJoin VirtualZ, Microsoft, and Micro Focus (now Rocket Software) and learn how to modernize your environment in a world where mainframes, distributed and cloud-based applications co-exist with low cost, easy to use, real-time, read-write access to mainframe data.Thousands of cloud and distributed applications require access to data residing on the mainframe. Legacy data access methods, such as ETL, FTP and API's are costly "lift and shift" approaches that require data replication and multiple terabytes of sensitive data traversing back and forth across your network.2025-03-0451 min
Skyward DataLozen™ Simplify ETL Demo: Eliminate Costly Data Replication or Complex "lift and shift" MigrationsIn this brief demonstration, Richard Philyaw (Chief Architect at VirtualZ Computing) illustrates how Lozen™ can simplify your ETL by directly accessing the single source of truth held in the mainframe to obtain just the data needed — without making any copies or extracts of the data.Lozen™ eliminates the need for costly data replication or complex "lift and shift" migrations. With real-time, read-write access to data directly on the IBM Z platform, Lozen simplifies ETL workflows, enabling faster data transformation and integration across hybrid cloud environments. Its no-code capabilities streamline processes, reduce operational costs, and ensure...2025-02-2703 min
Skyward DataAWS: Simplify Mainframe Integration for Data Access, Migration, and StorageIn this podcast, VirtualZ explores how enterprises can seamlessly integrate IBM Z mainframe data with AWS services to modernize legacy systems, enable real-time data access, and optimize hybrid cloud strategies. This session provides actionable insights into leveraging VirtualZ’s innovative solutions—PropelZ™, Lozen™, and Zaac™—to bridge the gap between mainframe workloads and cloud environments.Key Highlights:PropelZ™: Simplifying Mainframe Data Migration to AWS. PropelZ enables organizations to transfer mainframe data (e.g., VSAM files, sequential files, and tape datasets) to AWS databases and data lakes like Amazon RDS, Aurora, and Sn...2025-02-261h 00
Skyward DataLozen™ Demo with VirtualZ Computing Chief Architect, Richard PhilyawJoin Richard Philyaw, chief architect at VirtualZ Computing, for an on-demand demonstration of how Lozen is revolutionizing data access on IBM Z.Richard discusses our integration with Micro Focus and how you can eliminate ETL, change data capture and other legacy data access methods with real-time, read-write access to data on IBM Z - from migrated or packaged applications - running in the cloud and on distributed platforms.2025-02-2512 min
Skyward DataZaac: Mainframe Storage in the Cloud for Pennies on the Dollar.In this episode of Skyward Data's "Behind the Code: Unfiltered Conversations with CTO, Vince Re, we discuss how Discover Zaac™ revolutionizes mainframe storage by seamlessly connecting IBM Z environments to cloud and SAN storage. In this episode, we explore the ease of adopting Zaac™, from straightforward installation to dynamic storage management. Learn how Zaac delivers cost-effective, on-demand virtual storage solutions while maintaining compatibility with existing mainframe applications and processes. Whether you're looking to simplify storage or modernize your infrastructure, Zaac™ offers the flexibility and performance you need. Tune in for insights from Vince Re on how Zaac™ empowers businesses to innov...2025-02-2421 min
Skyward DataPropelZ™ Installation Case Study with Jerry Edgington from Mainline: A Step-by-Step GuideIn this case study, James Hoadley, Director of Quality Assurance at VirtualZ Computing, hosts a conversation with Jerry Edgington, Senior Solutions and Innovation Consultant at Mainline Information Systems, to walk through the installation of VirtualZ's PropelZ product. Joined by VirtualZ's CEO, Jeanne Glass, and CTO, Vince Re, they explore how Jerry successfully installed PropelZ on a z/OS 2.5 system, sharing insights on the ease and speed of installation.In just a couple of hours, Jerry was able to prepare the environment, install PropelZ, and integrate it seamlessly into his mainframe setup without any downtime...2025-02-2003 min
Skyward DataUnlock the Power of Mainframe Data with Snowflake and PropelZ™In this podcast, hosted by Dustin Froyum and Vince Re, Co-founders of VirtualZ Computing, we explore how organizations can overcome the challenges of traditional ETL models to efficiently migrate and utilize mainframe data in modern cloud environments like Snowflake. Traditional methods of extracting, transforming, and loading (ETL) mainframe data are often costly, resource-intensive, and time-consuming, requiring weeks or even months to implement changes. These legacy processes can lack agility, create fragile architectures, and fail to maintain the robust security controls inherent to mainframe systems.Enter PropelZ™, a powerful, mainframe-based sol...2025-02-1855 min
Skyward DataRedefining Mainframe and Cloud Integration: A Journey of Diversity and Disruption with the Six Five Mainframe SummitJoin us as we celebrate six decades of groundbreaking technology and honor the pioneers who have shaped its legacy. VirtualZ proudly stands at the forefront of innovation as the first female and Native American-founded mainframe software company.Jeanne Glass, Founder and CEO of VirtualZ, alongside Vince Re, Co-Founder and CTO, share their collective journey of reimagining the mainframe and cloud landscape. In hybrid cloud environments, challenges often stem from data access issues. The complexity of running applications across mainframe, cloud, and distributed environments introduces added costs, time, data inaccuracies, and security risks.2025-02-1327 min
Skyward DataSimplify VSAM to DB2 Data Sharing on z/OS with PropelZ™Unlock the Power of Mainframe Data with No-Code EfficiencyAre you looking to make your mainframe VSAM data accessible to SQL-based platforms like Db2 without the complexity and risk of a full migration? PropelZ from VirtualZ offers a no-code solution that automates the process, enabling seamless data sharing and integration.Join us for this informative podcast to learn how PropelZ transforms the way businesses handle mainframe data, making it possible to:· Leverage SQL for powerful querying and analytics.· Streamline access to VSAM data for non-mainframe applic...2025-02-1136 min
Skyward DataLozen™ Installation Case Study with Jerry Edgington from Mainline: A Step-by-Step GuideIn this insightful interview, Jerry Edgington, Senior Solutions and Innovation Consultant at Mainline Information Systems, shares his firsthand experience with the quick and seamless installation of VirtualZ's Lozen software. Lozen offers real-time, read-write access to data across platforms, and Jerry walks us through the installation process, from setting up ZFS environments to automating Lozen's startup. Discover how easy it is to integrate Lozen into your mainframe ecosystem while optimizing performance and simplifying maintenance. Watch the full interview to learn more about Lozen’s installation and best practices.2025-02-0613 min
Skyward DataEnhancing IBM WatsonX with Mainframe Data Using PropelZ™Explore how VirtualZ Computing’s innovative PropelZ™ software revolutionizes IBM WatsonX data integration by seamlessly connecting mainframe data to WatsonX in this engaging and insightful webinar.Join Dustin Froym, Co-founder of VirtualZ, and Vince Re, Chief Technology Officer and Co-founder, as they address the challenges of integrating mainframe data into WatsonX. Learn how PropelZ simplifies the process by eliminating the complexity of traditional ETL methods while offering built-in data transformation and near real-time updates.Key topics covered include:
Challenges of mainframe data integration in traditional ETL...2025-02-0547 min
Skyward DataInstant Mainframe Storage | Connect Mainframe Applications to Cloud Storage, Out-of the-Box.Discover how VirtualZ’s Instant Mainframe Storage solution revolutionizes data access by seamlessly connecting mainframe applications to cloud storage. In this webinar, learn how to provision storage on-demand, reduce costs by 60-80%, and integrate effortlessly without the need for custom coding. Join us to explore the future of data storage and see how you can benefit from this transformative solution!A Game-Changer for Modern Data ManagementAs companies increasingly turn to hybrid cloud environments to enhance their data management strategies, the need for efficient and cost-effective storage solutions has ne...2025-02-0435 min
Skyward DataCost Savings with Lozen™ | Mainframe Data Access for Hybrid CloudsJoin Dustin Froyum, Chief Financial Officer at VirtualZ, for a discussion on ways in which customers can reduce their data access costs with Lozen™. Learn how you can reduce MIPS and replace legacy data access methods with real-time, read-write data access…for real cost savings.Empower Your Modern Hybrid Cloud Applications With Lozen1. Provide real-time, read-write access to your business-critical mainframe data, where and when it’s needed most.2. Improve your agility and support smarter business decisions with complete, consistent, and up-to-date data.3. Deliver better apps a...2025-02-0305 min
Skyward DataMainframe to Cloud Data Integration: Load your Data Lakes and Data Warehouses Directly from the Mainframe.In this podcast, we explore effective strategies for integrating mainframe data with cloud environments. Learn how to leverage the flexibility and scalability of cloud solutions while maintaining the security and reliability of your mainframe systems. Cost EfficiencySave significantly on integration costs by leveraging no-code software and eliminating the need for expensive ETL tools.Seamless IntegrationInstantly integrate with cloud platforms like Snowflake, Google BigQuery, and Azure Synapse Analytics using a no-code solution, reducing time-to-market and development efforts.Scalability and...2025-01-3047 min
Skyward DataStreamlining Data Integration: PropelZ™ Overview and Use CasesWelcome to the first webinar of VirtualZ Computing's 2025 series! In this session, we introduce PropelZ, our innovative mainframe software solution that redefines data integration and movement for modern enterprises.Join Dustin Froyum, Co-Founder and Head of Global Alliances, and Vince Re, Co-Founder and CTO, as they explore PropelZ’s capabilities, architecture, and use cases. Learn how PropelZ simplifies and accelerates legacy ETL processes, enabling seamless mainframe data integration with cloud environments, databases, and analytics platforms like AI and BI tools.What you’ll discover in this webinar:2025-01-2938 min
Skyward DataStreamlining Application Modernization with VirtualZIn today’s rapidly changing technological landscape, many organizations are seeking to modernize their infrastructure while reducing reliance on legacy systems. VirtualZ’s Application Modernization solution is specifically designed to simplify the transition of mainframe applications and data to cloud environments. It effectively addresses the complexities associated with hybrid cloud integration and real-time data access, ensuring that modernization is both secure and cost-effective without disrupting ongoing operations.By leveraging VirtualZ’s powerful software suite — Lozen™, PropelZ™, and Zaac™ — businesses can achieve seamless integration, flexible migration, and efficient data management, without sacrificing operational continuity.Re...2025-01-2858 min
Skyward DataMainframe Tape to Cloud Migration | Seamlessly Transition your Legacy Tape Data to the Cloud.Join us for a comprehensive look at the process of migrating legacy tape systems to the cloud in our Mainframe Tape to Cloud Migration webinar. This session will provide insights into optimizing storage solutions, enhancing data retrieval, and ensuring data integrity during the migration process. Discover how transitioning to cloud storage can streamline your operations and reduce costs.Modernizing Your Data StorageIn an era where digital transformation is paramount, many organizations are faced with the challenge of managing legacy data stored on outdated tape systems.Leveraging...2025-01-2851 min
Skyward DataLozen™ and Micro Focus PartnershipHear from Graham Owen, Product Manager, Enterprise Solutions at Micro Focus (now Rocket Software), as he speaks to how Lozen™ can help mainframe customers explore new ways of using their Micro Focus data to optimize existing processes.Seamless Data Access with Lozen and Rocket Enterprise Server (formerly Micro Focus Enterprise Server).Leveraging Lozen’s integration with the Rocket Software Callable File Handler API, organizations can simplify mainframe data access, minimizing costs and risks — making modernizing data access for COBOL workloads on the IBM Z mainframe easier than ever....2025-01-2201 min
Skyward DataUnified Access to SMF and Mainframe Management Data with VirtualZ2025-01-2145 min
Skyward DataMainframe Report MigrationAs enterprises adopt hybrid cloud environments, migrating legacy reports from mainframe systems poses significant challenges. Many organizations still rely on outdated reporting systems, necessitating specialized mainframe expertise for updates and maintenance. VirtualZ’s Mainframe Report Migration solution simplifies the modernization and management of legacy reports. By leveraging the no-code extraction capabilities of PropelZ™ and the real-time access of Lozen™, organizations can seamlessly migrate their reports, unlock valuable insights, and drive greater business agility — all while reducing costs and reliance on specialized mainframe teams.Join us to learn how VirtualZ’s solution s...2025-01-1529 min
Skyward DataPropelZ™ - DemoJoin Richard Philyaw (Chief Architect) as he demonstrates PropelZ™ , VirtualZ's fast, no-code utility for extracting mainframe data. Use PropelZ to push data from your mainframe directly to your preferred database. Once there, you can use the capabilities you’re already familiar with to transform and analyze your dataset. This process is ideal for times when you don’t need full real-time, read-write access.The ease of use and value of this approach to accessing and obtaining mainframe data — on demand and under end user control — will be quickly proven. Rather tha...2025-01-1410 min
Skyward DataSeamless Lozen Installation at AWS: Gilberto Biondo Shares His ExperienceIn this insightful video discussion, AWS Sr. Specialized Solutions Architect, Gilberto Biondo, shares his experience installing and configuring Lozen, VirtualZ Computing’s groundbreaking software, at AWS. Joined by VirtualZ’s CTO, Vince Re, Gilberto discusses the smooth installation process, from downloading the software via shared file to setting up the necessary file systems and permissions. The discussion covers practical insights on leveraging Lozen in a real-world AWS environment, focusing on its ability to modernize legacy systems without disrupting operations. Gilberto shares how the system performed, ensuring seamless data access, with the mainframe’s zIIP processor running smoothly at over 90% CPU ut...2025-01-1419 min
Skyward Data11. From BASIC to Bloomberg: A Tech Leader's Journey with John BelloneFrom video game modding to revolutionizing financial technology, join John Ballone, Global CIO of SSNC Technologies, as he shares his fascinating journey through the evolution of modern computing. Discover how a childhood passion for BASIC programming led to pioneering work in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and AI implementation in the financial sector. John offers unique insights into building private clouds, managing regulatory compliance, and the future of AI in enterprise technology.2024-12-2353 minSkyward Data10. Lifelong Learning and Leadership in Mainframe Computing with Darren SurchIn this episode of the Skyward Data podcast, guest host Steven Perva sits down with Darren Surch, CEO of Interskill Learning and lifetime IBM champion, to explore the ever-evolving landscape of mainframe education and skills development. From the history of computer-based training to the impact of AI on learning, Darren shares insights gained from decades in the industry. The conversation covers the perceived skills gap, the blurring lines between mainframe and distributed systems, and strategies for building a resilient career in tech. Listeners will gain valuable advice on networking, mentorship, and the importance of lifelong learning in the fast-paced...2024-10-251h 20Skyward Data09. Bridging the IT Talent Gap w/ Cameron SeayJoin us as Mark Potts sits down with Cameron Seay, a dedicated educator and IT professional at East Carolina University. This episode explores Cameron's innovative approaches to teaching mainframe technology, his efforts to bridge the talent gap in IT, and his deep commitment to making education accessible and effective. Hear about the unique challenges and rewards of teaching mainframe, and the impact of Cameron’s work on new generations of IT professionals.2024-08-0934 minSkyward Data07. Why Mainframes Matter in the Modern World with Reg HarbeckThis episode, Mark sits down with Reg Harbeck, a true aficionado of the technology that runs much of our world behind the scenes. Reg shares his unique perspective on the evolution of mainframes from their inception to their critical role in today's technology landscape. Learn about the pioneers who shaped this industry and how mainframes continue to be a cornerstone in modern IT infrastructure, underscoring their unmatched reliability and efficiency.2024-06-1443 minSkyward Data06. Embracing the Product Mindset in Data Strategy with Elena AlikhachkinaThis episode, Mark speaks with Elana Alikhashkina. With a rich career spanning Fortune 100 companies to innovative startups, Elana brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective on driving business transformation through data. This episode delves into the changing role of data professionals, the impact of AI on traditional business models, and the skills needed to thrive in the future of technology. From her hands-on work in global organizations to mentoring emerging data-driven startups, Elana shares her journey, challenges, and the opportunities that lie in the intersection of data analytics, leadership, and product management.2024-04-1947 minSkyward Data05. The Evolution of Analytics: From Data to AI with Sravan KasarlaIn this episode, we welcome Sravan Kasarla, a seasoned Chief Data Officer whose journey through the echelons of data leadership at companies like Fidelity and Thrivent has redefined what it means to drive business outcomes through data. With over two decades of experience, Sravan shares his insights on building a strong data foundation, the evolution of data analytics into AI, and how to harness the power of data to fuel business strategies and customer experiences. From navigating the complexities of data ecosystems to the future of AI in business and everyday life, this episode is packed with invaluable wisdom...2024-03-1546 minSkyward Data04. Blockchain in Insurance: Securing Data, Enhancing Trust with Mark MarshalekDive deep into the evolving world of data governance, AI, and education in this enlightening episode featuring Mark Marshalek, a seasoned expert blending academic insights with real-world data governance expertise. Explore the intersection of technology, education, and data management as Mark shares his experiences teaching at Ohio State, the implications of AI and blockchain in the insurance industry, and the challenges of maintaining data integrity in today's fast-paced digital environment.2024-02-161h 03Skyward Data03. Orbits, AI, and Data Science with Mark BradyJoin us as Mark Brady, a seasoned data expert, shares his perspectives on managing vast data in the Space Force, the challenges of space traffic management, and the potential of AI and robotics in enhancing national security.2024-01-1945 min
Modern CTOFact from Fiction on Mainframes with Vince Re, Founder & CTO at VirtualZ ComputingToday we’re talking to Vince Re, Founder and CTO at VirtualZ Computing. We demystify the mainframe from its representation in Hollywood, discuss why the mainframe still has a critical role in tech infrastructure, and deduce how mainframes can be used the most effectively.All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To hear more, tune into the Skyward Data podcast here: https://linktr.ee/skyward_data_podcastFor more about Virtual Z, check out their website here.Have feedback about the show? Let us know here.2023-12-1553 minSkyward Data01. Declunkifying the Mainframe with Frank DeGilioIn this episode of Skyward Data hosted by Mark Potts, join Frank as he delves into the world of mainframes and the exciting developments in the mainframe environment. Frank discusses the concept of "declunkification" and how it's simplifying the mainframe world, making it more accessible to new talent by introducing modern programming languages like Python. Discover the potential of AI and automation in managing mainframe resources, bridging the skills gap, and unlocking new use cases.Check out Frank's mainframe podcast here : https://www.terminaltalk.net/2023-12-1535 minSkyward Data02. Redefining Mainframes: From Legacy to Leading-Edge with Steven Perva & Vince ReIn this enlightening episode of Skyward Data, host Mark Potts engages with mainframe mavens Steven Perva and Vince Re to explore the dynamic world of mainframe computing. The conversation traverses through the historical evolution of mainframes, their pivotal role in today's digital landscape, and the pressing need for continuous innovation and talent nurturing in this field. Perva and Re, with their deep expertise and personal narratives, uncover the often underappreciated significance of mainframes in everyday technology and discuss the challenges and opportunities lying ahead in modernizing these computing behemoths. Join us for an episode that demystifies mainframes and highlights their...2023-12-1555 minSkyward DataSkyward Data TrailerWelcome to the Skyward Data Podcast! 2023-12-0801 min
Futurum Tech WebcastFuturum Live! from the Show Floor: Hybrid Cloud — What About the Data?On this episode of Futurum Live! From the Show Floor, The Futurum Group’s Steven Dickens talks with Jeanne Glass, Founder and CEO of VirtualZ, about modern data access approaches that will accelerate getting mainframe data to the cloud for AI, BI and other business imperatives. We also covered how difficult it’s been for the mainframe and the cloud to share equivalent real-time data access across platforms, until VitrualZ. Learn more about VirtualZ: https://virtualzcomputing.com/2023-08-1610 min
The Open MainframeDiversity, Equity, Inclusion + Mainframe – The Open Mainframe EP 13Diversity in the workplace is essential – even more so in the technology sector – but Workforce Management estimates that 68% of business leaders still report a lack of diversity in their tech workforce.
An inclusive work environment offers opportunity for growth and achievement to a broader range of works. This is an important step towards creating more resilient communities and a more equitable world. In this panel discussion, hosts Alan Shimel and John Mertic are joined by three mainframe thought leaders: Jeanne Glass (VirtualZ Computing), Derek Britton (Micro Focus) and Sharra Owens-Schwartz (Rocket Software) who will share their experience, pers...2023-02-0243 min
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Mainframe ConnectI am a Mainframer: Jeanne GlassIn today’s episode of the “I Am A Mainframer” podcast, Steven Dickens sits down with Jeanne Glass. Jeanne is the CEO at VirtualZ Computing. Jeanne tells Steven about her journey...
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Terminal TalkJeanne Glass - VirtualZ ComputingInterview with Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing2019-06-0333 min