Please join us for the EMEA IBM Db2 Analytics Accelerator Users Group meeting which will take place in a digital form with adjusted short presentations.

Although this is an open event, it is aimed at (potential) users of the IDDA. The purpose is to share user experiences and hear about updates and roadmap information.

The preliminary agenda:

09:45 - 10:00 Opening of the Cisco WebEx

10:00 - 10:10 Welcome by Frank van der Wal, Technical Leader Data & AI

10:10 - 10:40 Keynote from Dennis Mayer, Offering

Presenter: Pat Bossman, IBM Db2 STSM and Db2 Tools Architect

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Abstract: 

Organizations today face challenges and options that are causing them to look at their mainframe strategy.  Many organizations have realized that IBM Z is a vital player in a modern hybrid environment and critical to overall growth and business success in the future.  We’ll explore some of the challenges and the solutions needed for transformation, including access to mainframe data, how you interact with the mainf

Maureen Townsend and John Campbell will be presenting on the Latest News and Updates around Db2 for z/OS.

There will be a chance for live Q & A with the following panel

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Db2 for z/OS is investing for leadership in the cloud, mobile, and analytics era, while extending our mainframe heritage of 24x7 availability, security, scalability, and performance, and keeping Db2 as a top choice for next-gen IT professionals and developers. This presentation reviews the latest Db2 for z/OS e

Bankdata CPU Saving Using Spark on Enterprise Database 

Presenters

Frank Petersen  Bankdata & Jane Man - IBM 

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Abstract

Db2 SMF log records provide great value, but unfortunately the cost of handling and analysis of SMF is too high. It takes long elapsed time and the process is CPU intensive, even with vendor tools. In this session, we share how Bankdata(one of the biggest financial IT companies in Demark) saves CPU, reduces cost, shortens elapsed time, shortens sprint cycles,

The next evolution in Db2 AI for z/OS - Hot News!

Abstract

IBM Db2 AI for z/OS continues to evolve the application of machine learning to optimize your Db2 for z/OS system. It began with learning your workload characteristics to improve the inputs to the Db2 Optimizer, and extended to embedding machine learning combined with IBM domain expertise for customized system tuning recommendations. The next evolution of Db2 AI for z/OS functionality is currently in development. And we invite you to

Presenters: 
Chiara Baldan, Data Engineer, Sogei

Diego D'Addeo, IT System Architect, Sogei

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Abstract:

Join this session to discover Sogei's journey to mainframe rejuvenation. Learn how millennials got on-board with IBM Z using innovative solutions. Far from being dead or obsolete, the mainframe remains at the base of the modern digital economy. It is so critical because it hosts most of large enterprise’s databases. Business decisions becomes increasingly more data-driven with large amou

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Join this complimentary virtual event to learn how IBM continues to modernize the IBM Z platform to accommodate even the most demanding digital transformation initiatives. Hear about the latest technologies that enable analytics to enterprise data at the point of origin, learn how to leverage data access across platforms and embed AI into transactional applications. Gain the insight you need, when you need it to become a truly insights-driven organization.

Webex online meeting in May 13-14, Migration Planning Workshop for French Db2 z/OS users.

For an invite please contact Cécile BENHAMOU-DERATHE cecile_benhamou@fr.ibm.com

Db2 12 for z/OS Migration Planning Workshop focuses on how you can quickly upgrade to Db2 12  and take advantage of Continuous Delivery of new functions and features related with System, zHW, Application Development safely and securely. We will also provide information and overviews of how the success of Db2 for z/OS Version 12

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The mainframe remains a strategic platform for many organizations.  Its use has evolved and changed over years to keep pace with your business needs and growth.  In today’s digital world, applications are connected, accessed and constantly changing.  This growth and change places a strain on predicting demands and costs of IT services you need.  Topics include:

• New ways to align value to your workloads, based on amount of system resources consumed
• How advanced software techno

Register Now  for our upcoming Db2 for z/OS performance deep dive into Infused AI performance monitoring.  There will be an opportunity for live Q&A : http://bit.ly/2QdzWTb

IBM is transforming and modernizing your Db2 end-to-end performance experience using built-in analytics and anomaly detection introduced in November 2019, Infused AI performance monitoring can provide a more accurate monitoring of your application performance.

Your applications can learn what is “normal” performance over time a

The Nordic Db2 Update Day in will provide you with the latest information and news about Db2 for z/OS, Db2 Analytics Accelerator, Db2 Tools, and we are also hoping to be able to share some exciting news.

Agenda:

1. Welcome by Leif Pedersen
2. Db2 for z/OS news by Peter Hartmann, covering
   - Continuous Delivery (=CD)
   - general functionalities besides CD
   - z15 and DS8K
3. IBM Data Analytics Accelerator 7.5 by Mehmet Cuneyt Goksu, covering
   - Update with Insync and Multi Node, performance considerations
4. Db2 tool

The Nordic Db2 Update Day in will provide you with the latest information and news about Db2 for z/OS, Db2 Analytics Accelerator, Db2 Tools, and we are also hoping to be able to share some exciting news.

Agenda:

1. Welcome by Leif Pedersen
2. Db2 for z/OS news by Peter Hartmann, covering
   - Continuous Delivery (=CD)
   - general functionalities besides CD
   - z15 and DS8K
3. IBM Data Analytics Accelerator 7.5 by Mehmet Cuneyt Goksu, covering
   - Update with Insync and Multi Node, performance considerations
4. Db2 tool

The Nordic Db2 Update Day in will provide you with the latest information and news about Db2 for z/OS, Db2 Analytics Accelerator, Db2 Tools, and we are also hoping to be able to share some exciting news.

Agenda:

1. Welcome by Leif Pedersen
2. Db2 for z/OS news by Peter Hartmann, covering
   - Continuous Delivery (=CD)
   - general functionalities besides CD
   - z15 and DS8K
3. IBM Data Analytics Accelerator 7.5 by Mehmet Cuneyt Goksu, covering
   - Update with Insync and Multi Node, performance considerations
4. Db2 tool

The Nordic Db2 Update Day in will provide you with the latest information and news about Db2 for z/OS, Db2 Analytics Accelerator, Db2 Tools, and we are also hoping to be able to share some exciting news.

Agenda:

1. Welcome by Leif Pedersen
2. Db2 for z/OS news by Peter Hartmann, covering
   - Continuous Delivery (=CD)
   - general functionalities besides CD
   - z15 and DS8K
3. IBM Data Analytics Accelerator 7.5 by Mehmet Cuneyt Goksu, covering
   - Update with Insync and Multi Node, performance considerations
4. Db2 tool

Statement on Coronavirus: Currently we are monitoring the evolving situation around the coronavirus (COVID-19). Due to increasing uncertainty and to help protect the health and safety of our members, volunteers, partners, and everyone who takes part in our events, IDUG will be postponing all events scheduled to take place in the month of March. This includes the IDUG Db2 Data and AI Tech Summit in India. We will continue to monitor and assess the situation moving forward, and we will communicate

The Nordic Db2 Update Day in will provide you with the latest information and news about Db2 for z/OS, Db2 Analytics Accelerator, Db2 Tools, and we are also hoping to be able to share some exciting news.

Agenda:

1. Welcome by Leif Pedersen
2. Db2 for z/OS news by Peter Hartmann, covering
   - Continuous Delivery (=CD)
   - general functionalities besides CD
   - z15 and DS8K
3. IBM Data Analytics Accelerator 7.5 by Mehmet Cuneyt Goksu, covering
   - Update with Insync and Multi Node, performance considerations
4. Db2 tool

Join us for our first meeting of 2020.  Speakers include IBM's Robert Catterall and Roy Boxwell from Segus.  All meetings are free but advance registration is required.  For the full agenda and to register, go to https://www.tridex.org/

MWDUG Thursday, March 12, 2020

9:00 – 9:15 IBM news

9:15 - 10:15 Db2 for z/OS and data set encryption (Mark Rader, IBM)

Db2 for z/OS supports data set encryption as part of pervasive encryption on the Z platform. This session discusses the Db2 changes and the roles that participate in encrypting sensitive data. Included in this discussion are the new Db2 features that allow Db2 staff to specify key labels for encryption, as well as positioning data set encryption relative to other options for encry