2016 Q3 - In This Issue:
TOGETHER.
WE REACH NEW HEIGHTS.

As the premier, independent, nonprofit user group for IBM Workload Scheduler, ASAP University offers unparalleled training, education and networking opportunities that empower members to
Reach New Heights with Workload Automation.

HCL executives share development and support plans for IBM Workload Automation and Rational products 
Innovation and Results

ASAP was pleased to present a conversation with HCL executives ...
  • Doug Snadecki, Head of Sales, Services, Client Advocacy;
  • Rajnesh Avtar, Head of Engineering;
  • Luca Landi, Director of Workload Automation Engineering;
  • Kevin Calandrella, Director of Rational Product Development from HCL
... on the innovative development and support plans for IBM Workload Automation and Rational software product suites including IBM Workload Scheduler and IBM Workload Scheduler for z/OS, Rational Testing, Rational Clear Case, Rational Clear Quest, RAD, and Rational Rose. The agenda includes a strategic overview of the partnership and reintroduction of the development and support teams.


You don't want to miss this!

ASAP University 2017 - May 7-11 2017 - Renaissance Westchester Hotel.
The ASAP planning team is meeting Octoberr 20-22 to begin planning for ASAP University 2017. What are your training needs? What workload automation topics will help your company do business better?



Tales from Across the Pond (TAP): Don't be alarmed
by Dean Harrison, IBM

Security has become quite a big issue in IWSz in recent months, especially with the general level of increased cyber-attacks, and general increased awareness that workload automation products run your business.

Discover how to get greater control and greater precision in your current plan security.

    
Cy's Corner #87 
by Steve Viola, HCL Technologies

Steve shares insights on release news, APARs, HIPERS and an end-of-support reminder and upgrading tips.

Keep up-to-date. Read on.

    
Clint's Tech Talk  
by Clint Easterling, HCL Technologies Clint Easterling, IBM TWS Distributed L2 Support

The new access methods, upgrading IWS access method SAP from V8.6 to V9.3, access method PeopleSoft issues with domain accounts and points to ponder.

Read on.


The Latest IWS Technotes, FAQs, APARs, Downloads and Fixes
Keep your scheduling environment running smoothly

Get the lastest technotes and answers to the most frequently asked questions from the IBM support and development teams and the latest Authorize Program Analysis Reports (APARs), IBM Fix Central updates and downloads.

Check them out.  


IBM Automation Academy   

From planning your 9.x install and silent install 9.x to assigning DWC user roles to change dynamic agent port, IBM Automation Academy on YouTube offers a valuable repository of informative webinars of how to's, tips and best practices.

Learn more.

Beta is Live: IBM Workload Scheduler 9.4  

Check out this great announcement! IBM Workload Scheduler 9.4 Beta went live on October 4.  Announcements includes links to videos highlighting the major new features of IWS.

IWS 9.4 Beta - Check the major features and the 9.4 Beta Program.

ProcMan Version 3.0 Reporting and Analysis extended
ProcMan - The Handover Process Manager

Learn how ProcMan can answer the special needs of a production oriented environment and how it is currently being expanded to address the needs of distributed and cloud based systems as well.  

Learn More.  
 

TWS WebAdmin for z/OS
New Features and Performance and Stability Enhancements

The latest release TWS/WebAdmin for z/OS from SEGUS Inc. includes:
  • CP loop analysis is now added to the interface. Users can now generate analysis
  • Operation End-time and Duration Analysis and Trending. 

 Check it out.   

 

Add Your Voice to the Requirements Process

Join the ASAP Request For Enhancement Group to raise the visibility and priority of requirements and leverage the power of membership to influence enhancements to IBM Workload Scheduler and IBM Workload Scheduler for z/OS.

Learn how.
Executive Briefing

ASAP Council of Executives
Driving Innovation 

The ASAP Council of Executives met with executives from IBM and HCL along with product directors, architects and others from the development team to discuss the IBM/HCL partnership and high-level, strategic business priorities impacted by Workload Automation. The discussion will continue via teleconferences and a face-to-face meeting at ASAP University 2017. Get your company a seat at the executive table ... nominate your executive for the council and impact the future development of the IBM Workload Automation suite of products.

Nominate an Exec today!