Achieving Mainframe Resilience by Combining System Monitoring and Observability
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The Research Brief, Achieving Mainframe Resilience by Combining System Monitoring and Observability, highlights key findings surrounding the modernization efforts within the mainframe ecosystem.
Futurum's Steven Dickens and Daniel Newman,
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Steven Dickens and Daniel Newman, The Futurum Group, "Achieving Mainframe Resilience by Combining System Monitoring and Observability," June 12, 2024. https://trial.futurumgroup.com/research-reports/achieving-mainframe-resilience-by-combining-system-monitoring-and-observability/

This Research Brief delves into the imperative of achieving mainframe resilience through the synergistic combination of system monitoring and observability. It outlines the challenges faced in modernizing mainframes and emphasizes the critical role of monitoring and observability in addressing these hurdles. By leveraging technologies like artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) and automation, organizations can enhance operational resiliency and align mainframes with evolving IT practices, ensuring their relevance and effectiveness in today’s digital landscape.
The Research Brief, Achieving Mainframe Resilience by Combining System Monitoring and Observability, highlights key findings surrounding the modernization efforts within the mainframe ecosystem.
Notable insights include:
- The paradigm shift in mainframe modernization necessitates aligning strategies with evolving IT practices, emphasizing the adoption of end-to-end systems monitoring and observability.
- Common industry challenges, such as skilled labor shortages, data volume management, system complexity, and operational inefficiencies, underscore the need for proactive approaches to monitoring and observability.
- The increasing adoption of AI/ML and automation, particularly through AIOps, reflects a growing recognition of the importance of monitoring and observability in enhancing mainframe resilience and operational efficiency.
This Research Brief is pivotal in addressing the evolving challenges and opportunities in mainframe modernization. By emphasizing the foundational role of system monitoring and observability, it underscores the significance of proactive approaches to managing mainframe environments. As organizations strive to enhance mainframe resilience and align with broader IT practices, integrating monitoring and observability becomes essential. This Brief provides valuable insights into leveraging these technologies to fortify mainframe environments, ensuring their adaptability and effectiveness in the modern digital enterprise.
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