z/OS UNIX System Services

At BCL, we have years of experience in assisting businesses throughout multiple industries with their Z/os UNIX System Services. Our team provides support in customizing, implementing, and optimizing z/OS UNIX environments.

About z/OS UNIX System Services

z/OS UNIX System Services or z/OS UNIX (formerly known as OpenEdition Services) are now very tightly integrated into the System z platform. z/OS UNIX System Services is considered an essential element in the open and distributed computing strategy undertaken by IBM. By leveraging the ability to use the z/OS operating system out-of-the-box as a UNIX platform, the best of both worlds is gained.

With UNIX’s famed open system flexibility and z/OS’s world-renowned security, scalability, and recoverability, the System z platform is now ready to receive any UNIX-based open systems application or solution. One of the most strategic of these applications is the enterprise-class Domino/Lotus Notes messaging and legacy data integration capability.

z/OS UNIX Implementation & Optimization Services

We help clients customize, install, and optimize their z/OS UNIX environments with services that include:

  • Environment assessment and planning
  • HTTP server setup
  • NFS, FTP, TELNET configuration
  • C compiler and UNIX utilities support
  • DB2 integration through DB2 Connect
  • Optimization for performance, security, and flexibility

BCL helps you use z/OS UNIX programs to simplify your infrastructure and improve operational efficiency.

Benefits of z/OS System Services

Most businesses rely on a mix of UNIX programs and mainframe environments. z/OS UNIX lets you unify these systems and reduce maintenance overhead. It allows legacy applications to integrate with modern tools without re-engineering or moving data to separate UNIX servers. This gives you:

Ready to unlock the power of UNIX on z/OS? Contact BCL, and we will create a solution that fits your current setup and future goals.

Why Choose BCL for z/OS UNIX System Services?

At BCL, we bring hands-on experience deploying and optimizing z/OS UNIX environments across a range of enterprise systems. Our team is well-versed in key tools and protocols, including HTTP, NFS, FTP, TELNET, and DB2. We understand how to align the flexibility of UNIX with the performance, security, and reliability of z/OS.

Our consultants are skilled, responsive, and committed to supporting your operations through every stage of implementation and maintenance.

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Get in touch with one of our experts and find out how BCL can help your organization with z/os system services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mainframe as a Service (MFaaS)?

Mainframe as a Service (MFaaS) is a fully managed service that delivers mainframe computing capabilities via the cloud or hybrid infrastructure. Instead of owning and maintaining expensive on-premise mainframes, clients can access secure, scalable, and high-performance mainframe resources on a subscription basis.

What types of workloads can run on your MFaaS platform?

We support a wide range of critical workloads, including:

  • Batch and transactional processing
  • COBOL, PL/I, and Assembler applications
  • CICS, IMS, and DB2 environments
  • z/OS, z/VM, VSE, and other IBM mainframe operating systems
  • Third-party tools and legacy applications

Whether you’re in finance, healthcare, government, or retail, we can handle your enterprise-class workloads.

How secure is your MFaaS solution?

Security is our top priority. Our MFaaS environments are hosted in SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, and/or FedRAMP-compliant data centers. We implement:

  • 24/7 monitoring and incident response
  • Role-based access controls (RBAC)
  • Encryption at rest and in transit
  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
  • Data backup and disaster recovery protocols

We also support compliance with HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and other regulatory frameworks.

What are the benefits of moving to MFaaS?
  • Cost Optimization – Avoid capital expenditures (CapEx) and only pay for what you use
  • Scalability – Rapidly scale resources up or down as your business needs change
  • Reduced Risk – Leverage our redundancy, uptime SLAs, and disaster recovery plans
  • Operational Efficiency – Free your internal teams to focus on innovation, not infrastructure
  • Access to Expertise – Get direct access to senior mainframe engineers and modernization architects
Can you help us migrate from our current on-premise mainframe?

Absolutely. We provide end-to-end migration services including:

  • Discovery and assessment of your existing environment
  • Migration planning and risk mitigation
  • Data transfer and application validation
  • Cutover planning and post-migration support

We’ve completed dozens of successful migrations with minimal disruption.

How is MFaaS priced?

Our pricing is transparent and consumption-based. It typically includes:

  • Infrastructure usage (CPU, memory, storage, network)
  • Software licensing and support
  • Managed services (monitoring, patching, backups, etc.)
  • Optional services (disaster recovery, modernization, etc.)

We tailor packages to each client’s specific needs to maximize value and efficiency.

Do you offer support for legacy applications and modernization initiatives?

Yes. We specialize in maintaining legacy systems while enabling a path toward modernization. Services include:

  • Application refactoring or rehosting
  • Interface/API development
  • Integration with cloud-native services
  • Hybrid cloud enablement
Where is your infrastructure located?

We operate multiple secure, geographically redundant data centers across North America, ensuring business continuity, high availability, and compliance with data residency requirements. On-premise and hybrid hosting models are also available.

Who are your typical clients?

Our clients include mid-sized to large enterprises, government agencies, and service providers in:

  • Financial Services and Insurance
  • Healthcare
  • State and Local Government
  • Defense
  • Education
  • Logistics & Manufacturing

They rely on us for mission-critical uptime, operational excellence, and deep mainframe expertise.

How do I get started?

It’s simple:

  1. Contact us for an initial consultation
  2. We’ll assess your current environment and business goals
  3. You’ll receive a customized proposal and migration plan
  4. Once approved, we’ll begin onboarding and transition

Our team will guide you every step of the way.