Rocket® Workload Automation

Many of the companies I’ve worked with on automation are now expanding the scope of automation beyond IT and application workflows. They're pushing deeper into business units, actively identifying processes ripe for automation. A key focus in these efforts is understanding how to trigger automation effectively. What's the event that sets it in motion? How do we integrate these triggers into our systems? Today, processes are initiated by system notifications,  file arrivals, or other standard events. But one area with huge potential is automation triggered by humans - informed decisions made by people who stay in the loop. This on-demand, ad-hoc automation, where a human initiates or interacts with the process at a key step, is an essential piece of the puzzle for achieving pervasive or hyper-automation.  Think about workflows like onboarding new staff, offboarding, password resets, report generation, or approval processes. Many of these start with a human interaction or require a criti

This post will be about the Operations Screen – what you can see on it and what it can do for you. When you go to the Operations screen you can see what’s happening in today’s production schedule. Jobs can be monitored and managed with capability to hold, cancel, release, and perform other operations. Relevant run-time information is also available here, for you to drill down into. For example, milestones that are authored to alert when SLAs are at risk, can be monitored and managed here. See below example of the Operations Screen in Zeke Web Server Upgrading to the Zeke Web Server is free ------------------------------Olivia SultanovSolution Marketing ManagerRocket Forum Shared Account------------------------------

Hey everyone, Just a quick reminder that our anonymous survey is still open! If you haven’t had a chance to share your thoughts yet, now’s the perfect time. Your feedback helps us improve the Rocket Software Forum—what’s working, what’s not, and what we can do to make this space even better for you. Whether you’ve been active or just browsing, your voice matters! ➡️ Take survey here Thanks to everyone who’s already participated—I truly appreciate it! And if you haven’t yet, I’d love to hear from you. 🚀------------------------------Martyna UleviciuteCustomer Community Managermuleviciute@rocketsoftware.com------------------------------

With Zeke Web Server, you can effortlessly handle all your Zeke instances directly from a web browser-no greenscreens required. This post will give you a quick rundown of what the Zeke Web Server is and what you can do with it. Best of all, upgrading is completely free! Zeke Web server allows users to access and manage Zeke events and work center functions through a web browser, rather than having to use traditional mainframe interfaces like TSO or ISPF, which can be complex and require specialized knowledge. Key Functions of the Zeke Web Server: ·       Access Zeke: Users can access and monitor Zeke events and work centers from any device with a web browser ·         Manage Zeke: Users can perform actions like scheduling jobs, viewing job status, and managing dependencies through the web interface ·         Improve Accessibility: The web interface makes Zeke more accessible to a wider range of users, including those who aren't familiar with traditional mainframe interfaces Want to

Hey everyone, happy Friday! It's been a few weeks since most of you joined the Rocket Software Forum, and I'd love to hear what you think so far! Since you're still new here, your insights are fresh, unbiased, and incredibly valuable. I've put together an anonymous survey to understand how you're using this space-what's working, what's not, and what could use some fine-tuning. Your feedback will help shape the future of this community, so take a few minutes to share your thoughts. No sugarcoating necessary. 👉 Take the survey here 👈 Thanks for being here and for making this space awesome. I appreciate you! 🚀------------------------------Martyna UleviciuteCustomer Community Managermuleviciute@rocketsoftware.com------------------------------

Hey everyone, happy Friday! It's been a few weeks since most of you joined the Rocket Software Forum, and I'd love to hear what you think so far! Since you're still new here, your insights are fresh, unbiased, and incredibly valuable. I've put together an anonymous survey to understand how you're using this space-what's working, what's not, and what could use some fine-tuning. Your feedback will help shape the future of this community, so take a few minutes to share your thoughts. No sugarcoating necessary. 👉 Take the survey here 👈 Thanks for being here and for making this space awesome. I appreciate you! 🚀------------------------------Martyna UleviciuteCustomer Community Managermuleviciute@rocketsoftware.com------------------------------

We value your feedback! 📝 Share your experience with Zeke on Gartner Peer Insights and help shape the future of our products. As a thank-you, you’ll be eligible for a $25 gift card (while supplies last)! 🎁 ✅ Reviews are anonymous✅ Business email required✅ Don’t have an account? Creating one is quick and free! Take 15 minutes to make a difference 👉 Start Your Review for Zeke Your insights mean the world to us—thank you for your support! 🌟------------------------------Olivia SultanovSolution Marketing ManagerRocket Forum Shared Account------------------------------

Configuring client manager for HTTPS might seem like an extra step, but it’s crucial for establishing secure communication and protecting sensitive data transmitted between clients and server. Here’s why: Encryption: HTTPS encrypts the data exchanged between the client and server, preventing unauthorized access and tampering. This is especially important when dealing with sensitive information like user credentials, financial data, or personal details. Authentication: HTTPS verifies the identity of the server, ensuring that clients are connecting to the legitimate server and not a malicious imposter. This helps prevent phishing attacks and other security threats. Data integrity: HTTPS ensures that the data transmitted between the client and server remains intact and unaltered. This prevents data corruption or manipulation during transit. Watch the 6-min how-to video that makes it easy to get started If you don’t feel like watching, check out the documentation notes: Zena 4.4.3 : Confi

I'd like to introduce myself, I'm Paul and I love to talk about Workload Automation. I helped design and develop my first Enterprise Scheduler in 1993 on IBM midrange systems (formerly AS400 but now known as IBM i). Today's Enterprise Workload Automation products are highly advanced and further along the automation continuum with even more exciting developments looming. I will be introducing some of these shortly in other posts but for now I just wanted to say hello and I'm looking forward to learning more about your challenges and how we can help you overcome them and drive operational efficiency. I live in the UK but please don't hold that against me it's just a time-zone issue so some of my posts/replies might appear to be odd hours however I do love engaging in all forms of workload automation so who's knows I might be up early 😊. Happy to hear your short intro's so we can get acquainted. ------------------------------Paul Wade B.Sc. Director, Product Management-------------------

I'd like to introduce myself, I'm Paul and I love to talk about Workload Automation. I helped design and develop my first Enterprise Scheduler in 1993 on IBM midrange systems (formerly AS400 but now known as IBM i). Today's Enterprise Workload Automation products are highly advanced and further along the automation continuum with even more exciting developments looming. I will be introducing some of these shortly in other posts but for now I just wanted to say hello and I'm looking forward to learning more about your challenges and how we can help you overcome them and drive operational efficiency. I live in the UK but please don't hold that against me it's just a time-zone issue so some of my posts/replies might appear to be odd hours however I do love engaging in all forms of workload automation so who's knows I might be up early 😊. Happy to hear your short intro's so we can get acquainted. ------------------------------Paul Wade B.Sc. Director, Product Management-------------------

As we wrap February, I want to take a moment to thank every one of you who has joined and contributed to this sub-forum. We're steadily growing into a strong community. 🔹 Content Highlights This month, we shared some exciting blog posts to keep you informed and ahead of the curve: Did you Know Rocket® Zena™ Has These Integrations? How to Navigate and Maximize the Features of the Mobile Browser Client What Makes AI Predictive Pulse Secure? Haven't had a chance to check them out? Dive in and let us know your thoughts! 🔹 Growing Together I'm happy to share that we've grown into a community of 26 members! 🔹What's Next? We want to ensure this space continues to serve your needs. What type of content or discussions would you like to see in the Forum? Let us know in the comments! Thank you again for being a part of this journey. We look forward to another month of learning and collaboration! ------------------------------Martyna UleviciuteCustomer Community Managermuleviciute@rock

As another month comes to a close, I'd like to take a moment to express my sincere thanks to everyone who has joined and contributed to this sub-forum. Together, we're building a vibrant and supportive community! 🔹 Highlights from This Month We shared a couple of insightful blog posts to keep you informed and inspired: Mastering Date Manipulation Variables in Rocket® Zeke™ Scheduling What Makes AI Predictive Pulse Secure? If you haven't had the chance to check them out yet, feel free to read and share your thoughts! 🔹 Community Growth I'm excited that we've already grown into a community of 44 members! 🔹 Celebrating Our Top Contributors A special shoutout to this month's most active members: 🏆 @Brian Stahl and @Senthil Kumaran Suiryamoorthy 🔹 Looking Ahead We're always striving to make this space even more valuable for you. What topics or content would you like to see more of in the Forum? Let us know in the comments! Thank you once again for being such an important part of

Do you manage complex workflows across different systems? The last thing you want is a fragmented approach to integration.  IBM i systems are known for their reliability and security, but managing schedules and data workflows within them can get complicated-especially when juggling multiple applications. That's where Rocket® Zena comes in! 🚀 It eliminates complexity by integrating directly with IBM i, allowing you to automate and manage batch jobs seamlessly. 🔗 Read the full blog post here What challenges have you faced when managing workflows in IBM i? Let's discuss in the comments! ------------------------------Olivia SultanovSolution Marketing ManagerRocket Forum Shared Account------------------------------

Last night at 11 PM, while jobs were running in Zena for the Enterprise Data Warehouse, we encountered an error. Zena, the scheduler, communicates via an agent on the data warehouse server. The job error we received was: "Native launch services disconnected. Job status unknown." I found a case (#KB306811) related to this error, but the solution provided wasn't very helpful. Has anyone else experienced this error and found a more relevant solution? The error seemed temporary since the jobs ran fine after a restart. However, the logs have been overwritten since last night.------------------------------mende domazetovskiIS Application ManagerThe Huntington National BankCOLUMBUS OH US------------------------------

Navigating a new community can come with a few questions. That’s why I’ve put together an FAQ page with the most common topics about using the forum—all in one place! 📌 Check it out here If you don’t see what you’re looking for or need extra help, drop a comment below or send me a DM—I'm here to help! 💬️------------------------------Martyna UleviciuteCustomer Community Managermuleviciute@rocketsoftware.com------------------------------

Navigating a new community can come with a few questions. That’s why I’ve put together an FAQ page with the most common topics about using the forum—all in one place! 📌 Check it out here If you don’t see what you’re looking for or need extra help, drop a comment below or send me a DM—I'm here to help! 💬️------------------------------Martyna UleviciuteCustomer Community Managermuleviciute@rocketsoftware.com------------------------------

Our Zeke users told us they’re struggling with shifting date requirements in Zeke. That’s why we wrote a prescriptive blog on what Date Manipulation Variables is, how to handle relative dates, perpetual tasks & more with ease. Learn how to you can save time with Date Manipulation Variables Read the full blog post here------------------------------Olivia SultanovSolution Marketing ManagerRocket Forum Shared Account------------------------------

Hey everyone! 👋 I wanted to check-in. How’s your week treating you so far? Anything exciting happening—big wins, small victories, or even challenges you’re working through? Drop a comment below and let’s support each other. Whether it’s work, personal growth, or just a random thought on your mind, I'd love to hear from you! 💬 Let’s make this space a place for connection.------------------------------Martyna UleviciuteCustomer Community Managermuleviciute@rocketsoftware.com------------------------------

We know you're busy and always on the go, which is why we created the Mobile Browser Client—a smartphone-optimized, browser-based app designed to make task management effortless. ✅ Built specifically for smartphones, the Mobile Browser Client brings a streamlined, intuitive experience right to the palm of your hand. 📲 🔗 Read the full blog post here Have you tried using the Mobile Browser Client yet?------------------------------Olivia SultanovSolution Marketing ManagerRocket Forum Shared Account------------------------------

Hey everyone! 👋 I wanted to check-in. How’s your week treating you so far? Anything exciting happening—big wins, small victories, or even challenges you’re working through? Drop a comment below and let’s support each other. Whether it’s work, personal growth, or just a random thought on your mind, I'd love to hear from you! 💬 Let’s make this space a place for connection.------------------------------Martyna UleviciuteCustomer Community Managermuleviciute@rocketsoftware.com------------------------------

We have version 6.2 installed on our systems and version 7 on another.  We have experienced issues with version 7 in that on occasion when we preform a recycle it gets hung up, this has been an issue since last summer, we have been told it is some sort of memory overlay issue and Rocket Support is trying to work with IBM to come up with a fix, as such we were advised not to upgrade our 6.2 environment to version 7.  I am just wondering if anyone else in the community has run into this issue or if its unique to my organization. ------------------------------Brian StahlSenior Mainframe Systems EngineerRocket Forum Shared Account------------------------------

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I hope you're enjoying this space and see the potential to make it your own.   I just wanted to share a few tips on how to make the most of your time here on the Rocket Software Forum:     1. Set up your profile for success Let others know who you are by adding a profile picture and sharing details about your role, interests, and industry. This is a great way to connect with peers and build your network. 2. Navigate the community Use the navigation menu at the top to explore: - Home: Discover the latest discussions, Q&As, and events- Forums: You may find other forums that also match your interests- Members: Search for and connect with fellow community members- Resources: Access valuable content like blog posts, announcements, and FAQs- Profile: Update your preferences and view your contributions in one place   3. Personalize your experience   Make the community work for you by adjusting your settings:   - Privacy sett

The Community Blog is a space designed to dive deeper into the topics that matter most to you, from exploring our products and their features to sharing tips, tricks, and best practices to help you succeed. Already live on the blog: 📄 Automatically transfer new and updated definitions from one environment to another 📄 What AWS integrations are in Zena and Enterprise Orchestrator? And we’re just getting started! More insightful content is on the way, so you’ll always have access to fresh ideas, in-depth knowledge, and expert advice. 📖 Ready to explore? Check out the Blog! We’d love to hear your thoughts—what do you think of this new resource? Let’s discuss below!------------------------------Martyna UleviciuteCustomer Community ManagerRocket Forum Shared Accountmuleviciute@rocketsoftware.com------------------------------

Hey everyone, We’re curious—what feature of Zena and Enterprise Orchestrator has been the most helpful to you so far, and why? This is a space for us to learn from each other, share tips, and celebrate the things that make life a little easier. Your thoughts could even inspire someone else in the community! Can’t wait to hear what’s been working for you. 😊------------------------------Martyna UleviciuteCustomer Community ManagerRocket Forum Shared Accountmuleviciute@rocketsoftware.com------------------------------