Why IBM Operational Decision Manager (ODM) on z/OS?

Three key elements for a successful Application Modernization are:

• Smooth integration of existing assets with new systems in the business
• Development and deployment of business-critical applications that can keep pace with market requirements
• Increased participation by the business in application development and updates

Often in mission critical applications, the decision policy logic or the business rules, are embedded within the existing code making it difficult to isolate and maintain them when business changes are required. IBM Operational Decision Manager for z/OS (ODM for z/OS) helps by externalizing decision logic (the business rules) from COBOL, PL/I and Java code making it possible for business users to easily and consistently collaborate with IT in the adaptation of the applications that are essential to business operations.

With IBM ODM for zOS, the Application Modernization journey becomes easy with the externalization of critical business decisions from your z/OS batch, CICS and IMS applications. Leveraging existing z/OS assets facilitates a smooth transformation and avoids making a start from scratch which could be costly and time consuming.

ODM is not a new technology but is well proven and well loved in the marketplace and is used by

• 60% of the Top 20 WW Banks
• 4 out of the top 5 WW retailers
• 60% of the top 5 WW insurers
• 66 of the Fortune 200 customers

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