Whether you already have an automation project in mind or just exploring the idea, share your thought with us because we can assist you in pursuing these opportunities.
To help you with this, we have listed the common automation opportunities found in mainframe projects.
Adhoc task automation. These are repetitive, process-oriented and time-consuming activities most programmers hate but are necessary to complete the project. The process is clearly defined and usually involves calling TSO or ISPF Edit commands in sequence. These type of mainframe automation would usually take only a day or two to create.
Major automation requirement. You may require to automate some aread of a complex project you are working on. Examples of these oppoertunities are:
- Code conversions and code generation projects as a result of new standards or systems upgrades
- Analytical tools for systems integration resulting to mergers or rationalisation
- Project development and maintenance utilities to improve productivity and delivery