Skyward Data

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Skyward Data

Conversations That Power Smarter Data Strategies for AI, Cloud, and Innovation. Skyward Data brings you exclusive conversations with experts shaping the future of enterprise data. Discover how organizations are transforming data access, storage, and AI integration to fuel faster innovation and smarter decisions. Each episode explores how to unlock the full power of your enterprise data—whether it lives on IBM Z, in the cloud, or deep in decades-old tape archives. We dive into real-world stories, bold ideas, and practical strategies for making mainframe and legacy data instantly accessible for AI, analytics, compliance, and modernization. If you're building smarter systems, training better models, or powering transformation with trusted data—Skyward Data is your guide. No fluff. No jargon. Just smart conversations about enterprise data, done right. Learn more at virtualzcomputing.com #AI #Mainframe #EnterpriseData #HybridCloud #DataAccess #SkywardData #VirtualZComputing

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

    HACE 1 DÍA

    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

    5 min
  2. For Modern Systems Integrators: Accelerate Client AI & Cloud Outcomes with No-Code Data Access

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    For Modern Systems Integrators: Accelerate Client AI & Cloud Outcomes with No-Code Data Access

    In 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 risk and high return What You’ll Learn: 1. Common client pain points (AI silos, complex ETL, costly CDC, MIPS pressure) 2. How PropelZ’s no-code, three-part architecture simplifies integration 3. Real-world use cases: SMF to Splunk, VSAM to Tableau, IMS to Postgres 4. Pricing and partner model: $50K/yr flat-rate, certified drivers, optional uplift For SI and MSP leaders building packaged offerings, PropelZ creates a frictionless path to help clients move from legacy storage and reporting to modern data pipelines and AI.

    26 min
  3. Lozen™ Briefing On-Demand | Modern Real-Time Mainframe Data Access Without Disruption

    10 JUL

    Lozen™ Briefing On-Demand | Modern Real-Time Mainframe Data Access Without Disruption

    Discover 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-platforming. Learn more at https://virtualzcomputing.com #Lozen #VirtualZ #MainframeModernization #HybridCloud #AI #DataAccess #ApplicationModernization #NoETL #IBMz #CustomerBriefing #ModernDataArchitecture

    7 min
  4. AI in Hours: Instantly Feed IBM Z Data to watsonx, SageMaker, Vertex AI & Azure ML

    8 JUL

    AI in Hours: Instantly Feed IBM Z Data to watsonx, SageMaker, Vertex AI & Azure ML

    Modern 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 K/yr, unlimited data, 5 certified JDBC drivers

    42 min
  5. PropelZ™ Briefing On Demand | No-Code Mainframe Data Access for AI, Analytics, and the Cloud

    3 JUL

    PropelZ™ Briefing On Demand | No-Code Mainframe Data Access for AI, Analytics, and the Cloud

    In 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: watsonx, Vertex AI, Azure ML, SageMaker BI Reporting: Tableau, Power BI, Qlik SIEM Integration: Splunk, Elastic, Exabeam Tape-to-Cloud Migration: archive access for compliance and AI training Flat-rate licensing at just $50K per year—no volume-based surprises One product. Unlimited possibilities. PropelZ supports over 100 cloud and database targets, runs zIIP-enabled to preserve MIPS, and transforms mainframe files into SQL-ready formats—without replication, scripts, or disruption. Hear why Jerry Edgington of Mainline calls PropelZ “one of the easiest installs” he’s ever done. Want to see it in action? Contact Jeanne directly at jeanne.glass@virtualzcomputing.com Learn more: https://virtualzcomputing.com #PropelZ #VirtualZ #MainframeModernization #HybridCloud #AIDataAccess #NoCodeETL #IBMZ #Analytics #SIEM #DataMigration #CustomerBriefing #watsonx #VertexAI #SageMaker #PowerBI #Splunk #BigQuery

    4 min
  6. VirtualZ Briefing On Demand | No-Code Access to IBM Z and Beyond

    1 JUL

    VirtualZ Briefing On Demand | No-Code Access to IBM Z and Beyond

    In 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 live IBM Z data Zaac™ for instant mainframe storage with cloud flexibility 4. Real-world use cases across AI, dashboards, tape migration, SIEM integration, app modernization, and storage Trusted by leaders at AWS, Google, Kyndryl, Mainline, and more, VirtualZ brings enterprise-grade performance with startup speed. Ready to see the difference in hours—not weeks? Learn more: https://virtualzcomputing.com #VirtualZ #HybridCloud #MainframeModernization #AIDataAccess #PropelZ #Lozen #Zaac #NoCode #DataIntegration #IBMZ #ModernDataStack

    7 min
  7. Mainframe Data. Cloud Ready. No Code.

    26 JUN

    Mainframe 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 migration, legacy tape offloading, data warehousing, and observability (including Splunk) Why PropelZ delivers high performance without moving data through a middle tier The session includes a deep dive into the product’s architecture, real-world use cases, and performance advantages—plus insight into why to choose PropelZ over expensive, complex alternatives.

    42 min
  8. Mainframe to Vertex AI in a Day

    19 JUN

    Mainframe to Vertex AI in a Day

    In 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 Enable hybrid data architectures without disruption If your AI strategy is ready—but your data isn’t—this episode is for you. 🎧 Learn more at virtualzcomputing.com

    3 min
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Conversations That Power Smarter Data Strategies for AI, Cloud, and Innovation. Skyward Data brings you exclusive conversations with experts shaping the future of enterprise data. Discover how organizations are transforming data access, storage, and AI integration to fuel faster innovation and smarter decisions. Each episode explores how to unlock the full power of your enterprise data—whether it lives on IBM Z, in the cloud, or deep in decades-old tape archives. We dive into real-world stories, bold ideas, and practical strategies for making mainframe and legacy data instantly accessible for AI, analytics, compliance, and modernization. If you're building smarter systems, training better models, or powering transformation with trusted data—Skyward Data is your guide. No fluff. No jargon. Just smart conversations about enterprise data, done right. Learn more at virtualzcomputing.com #AI #Mainframe #EnterpriseData #HybridCloud #DataAccess #SkywardData #VirtualZComputing

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    VirtualZ
  • Años de actividad
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodios
    85
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