VitalSigns for Network Automation and Control Now Provides Panels

New VNAC 3.0 replaces NetView® with easier use, significantly lower costs.

18 January 2012

Jim Lampi, 763-571-9000, pressreleases@sdsusa.com.

Minneapolis, MN (SDS) Jan. 18, 2012—VitalSigns for Network Automation and Control (VNAC) version 3.0, a new offering from Software Diversified Services (SDS), adds panel applications to a proven lower-cost, higher-performance replacement for legacy mainframe tools. VNAC provides automation and system and network management, speeds problem resolution, and saves both time and money.

VNAC can be installed in under two hours, rather than two days, and doesn't entail any additional training for employees. VNAC software can respond to any system or network message with automated commands or Rexx automation scripts.

VNAC 3.0 users can custom-code their own user panel applications, and easily adapt existing NetView REXX execs and NetView panels into VNAC. The result is an interface that combines the advantages of a modern browser window with the familiar mainframe "greenscreen" interface.

"VitalSigns Network Control and Automation now allows companies to monitor, control and automate SNA networks with ease, taking advantage of the functions they use most often," said Jim Lampi, vice president, Software Diversified Services. "We designed it to help companies stretch their network visibility and their budgets."

In addition, VNAC 3.0 allows users to:

• View multiple system/network logs in a single consolidated view;
• Receive online help for all IBM messages and Network Sense codes;
• Realize significant process improvements over NetView NCCF;
• Automate system/network monitoring and control;
• View all of the vital session awareness Information (NLDM) on one screen;
• Employ sample clists and panels to exploit VNAC right out of the box;
• Enjoy simple, precise filtering for system logs and session data;
• Communicate with other users with VNAC's instant messaging facility;
• Control user access to VNAC with versatile system security;
• Maintain the highest degree of z/OS network up-time.

About Software Diversified Services

Founded in 1982, Software Diversified Services (SDS) is a Minnesota-based company that provides business software solutions to hundreds of customers worldwide, including many Global 500 companies. Current customers represent industries including banking, finance, insurance, retail and government. Rated No. 1 by the prestigious IBEX Bulletin, SDS is noted for its industry-leading software, documentation and technical support. For more information on Software Diversified Services and VitalSigns software, please visit www.sdsusa.com/.

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