Skyward Data

by VirtualZ

FlowZ Demo

FlowZ™ moves mainframe files anywhere — SAN/NAS storage, cloud file systems, AI/ML pipelines, analytics platforms, and more — without disrupting existing systems. In this demo, you’ll see: 1. Lightning-fast install — ready to use in seconds 2. Real-world example — moving mainframe files to SAN storage using standard commands and JCL 3. High-performance transfer — full 3390 disk dump in ~1:20 4. Flexible file targets — static or dynamic, on-prem or cloud 5. Secure integration with enterprise access controls and compliance Whether you’re modernizing storage, integrating with the cloud, or enabling AI-driven workloads, FlowZ™ makes mainframe file movement easy, fast, and reliable. Contact us for a custom demo or technical discussion: VirtualZ Computing Use FlowZ™ — for file output. Use PropelZ™ — for database output.

Skyward in 2025: The 5 Biggest Data Initiatives — and How to Achieve Them

In this episode of Skyward Data, we explore the top five data initiatives for 2025—and how enterprises can achieve them without ripping and replacing their infrastructure. From real-time application modernization to AI and ML integration, scalable data lakes, hybrid file sharing, and enhanced compliance, we share how VirtualZ’s software portfolio—Lozen™, PropelZ™, Zaac™, and FlowZ™—is redefining what’s possible in a hybrid cloud world. If your organization runs on IBM Z and cloud, this is your roadmap to real-time, no-code, secure data access that skips the ETL and accelerates business outcomes. Learn more at virtualzcomputing.com, and follow Skyward Data for more conversations on the future of data, AI, and innovation.

Unlock Mainframe Observability — Fast and Secure with PropelZ™

Join VirtualZ Computing Co-Founders Dustin Froyum and Vince Re for a deep dive into unlocking real-time observability of IBM Z mainframe data using PropelZ™. We explore how organizations can stream SMF data, console messages, and other operational logs from IBM Z directly into tools like Splunk, Elastic, and other SIEM or observability platforms — with no coding or scripting required. In this session, you'll learn: The PropelZ architecture and how it works Real-world use cases for mainframe observability How to stream IBM Z log and event data to your SIEM platform in real time Strategies for secure storage and recovery of observability data A live demo of PropelZ pushing mainframe console messages into Splunk Overview of pricing ($50,000/year flat fee for unlimited use) How PropelZ compares to other transfer methods in terms of performance and efficiency You’ll also hear about complementary solutions like FlowZ™ for cloud storage integration and tape-to-cloud migration strategies powered by VirtualZ's no-code platform.

Data at the Speed of Care: How to Unlock Patient & Research Data Without Risk

In healthcare, data locked away in legacy systems can slow down care and raise compliance risks. This episode helps you imagine how you can securely unlock patient, billing, and research data — in real time and without disruption. Learn how no-code, AI-ready data access enables faster diagnostics, predictive care, stronger HIPAA compliance, and better outcomes for patients. Discover how you can modernize your infrastructure, strengthen cybersecurity, and enable AI initiatives — while keeping sensitive data secure on the systems you already trust. #HealthcareInnovation #PatientCare #HIPAACompliance #AIReadyData

How to Unlock Mainframe Data for AI, Analytics, and Cloud — No Code, No Delay

In this episode of Skyward Data, VirtualZ co-founders Dustin Froyum and Vince Re dive into the challenges of accessing and integrating mainframe data — and how PropelZ™ delivers a fast, no-code solution to move your data wherever it’s needed. You’ll learn: Why legacy ETL, replication, and change data capture (CDC) are slow, costly, and fragile How PropelZ™ enables mainframe-to-cloud data movement in hours — not months — with no code and minimal impact Ways to feed mainframe data into AI models, data lakes, analytics dashboards, and observability platforms Use cases including incremental updates, VSAM and SMF processing, tape migration, and real-time streaming to Splunk How PropelZ™ works: input → transformation → output — any source, any target How you can eliminate staging, manual processes, and reduce costs while delivering AI-ready data If you’re tasked with enabling AI, analytics, or modernization but your mainframe data feels out of reach, this session is for you. Learn more about PropelZ and the full VirtualZ product suite at:https://virtualzcomputing.com

Personalized Retail Experiences: How to Unlock Data to Delight Customers

Retailers thrive when they know their customers — but disconnected data stands. in the way. This episode explores how you can make all of your data. available to AI and analytics platforms, enabling hyper-personalized shopping, real-time fraud prevention, and inventory optimization. We break down how no-code, real-time access eliminates barriers from legacy systems — helping you deliver seamless omni-channel experiences, strengthen security, and control costs. Learn how to take the first steps toward building the data foundation your customers expect today. #RetailInnovation #CustomerExperience #FraudPrevention #AIReadyData

Compliance: Making Mainframe Data Governed, Compliant, and Cloud-Ready

In this episode of Skyward Data, Dustin Froyum and Vince Re of VirtualZ Computing explore how organizations can bring their mainframe data into compliance with today’s demanding regulatory, audit, and security requirements — while making it accessible for cloud, analytics, and AI. They discuss: How to navigate growing regulatory and audit pressures in industries like financial services, healthcare, and more. Strategies to integrate mainframe data with cloud and distributed systems without losing control or security. Ways to eliminate silos and maintain Z/OS-level governance even as data moves beyond the mainframe. Centralizing and unlocking real-time access to critical management and audit data, including SMF records and console messages. Protecting against ransomware and disaster with multi-location, immutable cloud storage — at a fraction of traditional costs. Meeting RPO/RTO targets with innovative journaling and resilient architectures. How to mask, encrypt, and transform sensitive data while keeping it compliant and audit-ready. You’ll also hear how VirtualZ’s products — PropelZ™, Lozen™, and Zaac™ — help organizations achieve all of this with no-code, mainframe-native solutions that work seamlessly with the cloud. If you’re responsible for mainframe data compliance, governance, or modernization, this conversation offers actionable insights and practical approaches. Learn more, explore demos, and connect with us at virtualzcomputing.com Contact: hello@virtualzcomputing.com

Modern Banking Without Barriers: How to Unlock Data for AI, Compliance & Customer Trust

If 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. #BankingInnovation #FinancialServices #Compliance #AIReadyData

Introducing FlowZ: The Smarter, Simpler Way to Share Mainframe Files

On 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. How FlowZ fits into the broader VirtualZ portfolio alongside PropelZ™, Lozen™, and Zaac™ — helping you modernize all your data access needs. Why FlowZ is ideal for backups, hybrid workflows, file-level AI, and more. Discover how to modernize your mainframe data access — securely, simply, affordably, and on your terms. For more information, visit virtualzcomputing.com or email us at hello@virtualzcomputing.com.

Zaac™ Briefing On Demand | Instant Mainframe Storage for Cloud, DevOps, and AI

Discover 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 Mainframe DevOps using GitHub Tape-to-Cloud Migration for compliance, cost savings, and AI training How Zaac enables dynamic scalability for analytics, disaster recovery, and digital innovation Built for the future—no code, no delays: Zaac installs quickly, runs out-of-the-box, and removes the need for hardware upgrades, replication, or custom scripts. Just secure, scalable storage—when and where you need it. Trusted by leaders and built for speed, Zaac is transforming how enterprises modernize IBM Z infrastructure for the hybrid cloud era. 💡 Start your storage transformation: Contact Jeanne directly at jeanne.glass@virtualzcomputing.com Learn more: https://virtualzcomputing.com #Zaac #VirtualZ #MainframeModernization #HybridCloud #StorageModernization #NoCode #IBMz #DevOps #AIData #TapeToCloud #DASDReplacement #CustomerBriefing #EnterpriseIT

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