Move Faster with FlowZ: Real-Time File Sharing for Mainframe and Cloud

02/10/2025 41 min
Move Faster with FlowZ: Real-Time File Sharing for Mainframe and Cloud

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Skyward Data, we dive into FlowZ™, the no-code solution that’s transforming how enterprises move mainframe files — in real time — without relying on fragile ETL pipelines, virtual disks, or legacy scripting.

Dustin Froyum, Co-Founder of VirtualZ Computing, and Vince Re, VirtualZ’s CTO and the original architect behind CA Top Secret, to walk through why FlowZ is uniquely timed for today’s hybrid-cloud, AI, and regulatory demands.

What You’ll Hear:



Why mainframe file sharing is due for disruption




How FlowZ lets you back up to the cloud in minutes — no DASD, no tapes




Real-world examples of z/OS file movement across cloud and SAN




How FlowZ fits into the growing demand for DORA compliance




The role of FlowZ in AI/ML workloads and hybrid data architectures




A behind-the-scenes look at how FlowZ installs and runs




And why FlowZ is only $50K/year — flat-fee, unlimited use




About FlowZ™:
FlowZ is part of the VirtualZ product suite, which also includes:



PropelZ™ for structured data movement to Snowflake, Databricks, and other JDBC platforms




Lozen™ for read-write access to live IBM Z data — no replication required




Zaac™ for on-demand mainframe storage using cloud or SAN




Subscribe & Learn More:
To try FlowZ or learn more, visit virtualzcomputing.com or email [email protected]



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