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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™:

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

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From IBM i to AI—fast. In this episode, discover how PropelZ™ for IBM i (AS/400) delivers no-code data access that takes your business-critical data anywhere it needs to go: cloud, modern databases, analytics, or AI platforms.

PropelZ installs in minutes, configures in hours, and gets you from installation to operation in less than a day.

You’ll learn how to offload reporting workloads, cutting costs, and unlocking IBM i data without disrupting the applications they rely on.

With PropelZ, one universal solution moves your data—securely, simply, and without boundaries.

IBM i data. Anywhere. No code.

The utilities and energy industry is at a turning point. Smart grids, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and customer demand for clean, reliable service are reshaping the future — but much of the industry’s most valuable data is still locked away in mainframes, tapes, and legacy systems.

In this episode, Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explores how utilities can unlock their mission-critical data — instantly, securely, and without disruption. You’ll hear how VirtualZ’s no-code solutions connect mainframe data to AI, cloud, and hybrid platforms in just one business day, enabling:

Smarter grid operations and predictive maintenance

Real-time billing, compliance, and audit readiness

Stronger cybersecurity through SIM integration

Seamless file movement for meter data, grid logs, and reports with FlowZ™

Lower costs and scalable storage with Zaac™

Utilities can’t afford to wait. Discover how VirtualZ delivers the fastest, safest, and most cost-effective path to modernization — with guaranteed results.

VSEn data deserves the same agility as any modern platform. In this episode, we introduce PropelZ™ for VSEn — the no-code solution that moves mainframe data to the cloud, to analytics platforms, and even into AI pipelines in hours, not months.

You’ll hear to go from installation to operation in under 24 hours, offloading read workloads and unlocking VSEn data for compliance, reporting, and innovation.

Tune in and discover how PropelZ makes VSEn data ready for anywhere.

The travel and hospitality industry is transforming fast — driven by AI, cloud computing, mobile-first experiences, cybersecurity demands, and rising customer expectations. But much of the critical data powering reservations, loyalty programs, and billing still lives on IBM Z mainframes and decades-old archives.

In this episode, Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explores how to unlock that data instantly, securely, and without disruption — making it AI-ready, cloud-ready, and innovation-ready. Discover how VirtualZ solutions Lozen™, PropelZ™, FlowZ™, and Zaac™ help travel and hospitality leaders deliver:

AI-driven personalization with no-code integration

Seamless hybrid cloud and multi-cloud strategies

Real-time billing and payment transparency

Stronger cybersecurity with integrated log management

Instant booking, loyalty, and operations file access

Flexible, encrypted cloud and SAN storage

Learn how VirtualZ Computing is bringing modern simplicity to data complexity, delivering proven results in just one day — so you can innovate at the speed of your customers.

In this episode of Skyward Data, we’re excited to introduce FlowZ™, the latest innovation from VirtualZ Computing™—purpose-built for fast, simple, no-code file sharing from IBM Z mainframes to the cloud.

Your mainframe is generating valuable business data every day—but legacy file transfer tools are slow, manual, and complex. Enter FlowZ™, a lightweight solution that moves files instantly and securely to cloud storage, distributed platforms, and hybrid workflows—without virtual disks, ETL pipelines, or staging.

Join Dustin Froym, Co-Founder of VirtualZ, and Vince Re, CTO and architect of the FlowZ technology, as they explore:

What makes FlowZ™ different from ETL or virtual-disk-based tools

How FlowZ™ enables AI-ready file sharing for ML pipelines and analytics

Real-world use cases for backups, hybrid workflows, and app integration

Why sequential mainframe files matter—and how FlowZ™ moves them without complexity

A behind-the-scenes look at how FlowZ™ installs in minutes, not months

Whether you’re a hybrid-cloud architect, platform engineer, or AI/ML leader, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on the future of mainframe data access—one that’s lightweight, no-code, and instantly useful across platforms.

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The telecom industry is transforming fast — but much of its most valuable data is still locked away in mainframes, legacy systems, and decades-old archives. In this episode of Skyward Data, Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explores how telecom providers can unlock mission-critical data instantly, securely, and without disruption to meet the demands of AI, cloud-native networks, rising cyber threats, and digital-first customers.

Discover how VirtualZ’s no-code, real-time solutions — Lozen™, PropelZ™, FlowZ™, and Zaac™ — empower telecoms to:

Deliver real-time billing accuracy and customer insights

Securely integrate mainframe data with AI and cloud platforms

Strengthen compliance, observability, and cybersecurity

Modernize storage and reduce infrastructure costs

Hear real-world use cases and learn why leading telecom providers are choosing VirtualZ for a seamless, cost-effective, and future-ready path to modernization.

Your data. Delivered at the speed of innovation.

In this episode of Skyward Data, host Dustin Froyum explores the European Union’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and what it means for organizations running on mainframes. With compliance deadlines, Article 12 stands out—requiring robust backup policies, recovery procedures, and logically segregated systems.

Dustin breaks down the key requirements of Article 12 and shows how VirtualZ Computing’s FlowZ™ helps financial entities achieve compliance quickly and cost-effectively. From no-code, plug-and-play backups to hybrid workflows and secure, segregated recovery, FlowZ is more than a tool—it’s a compliance accelerator.

If you’re navigating the intersection of mainframe modernization and EU regulation, this episode offers practical insight into making compliance simpler, faster, and more resilient.

In this live session recorded at SHARE Cleveland 2025, explore how to modernize mainframe storage and streamline file sharing — instantly, securely, and without complexity.

Modernizing mainframe reporting doesn’t have to be complex or costly. In this session, VirtualZ Co-Founders Dustin Froyum and Vince Re walk through the challenges organizations face with legacy mainframe reporting tools—and how PropelZ™ simplifies the process.