Mainframe Modernization Essentials for Technology Leaders
Course Overview This comprehensive course is designed for technology leaders to understand the essentials of mainframe modernization. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service.
Course Curriculum Module 1: Introduction to Mainframe Modernization
- Understanding Mainframe Modernization: Definition, benefits, and challenges
- History of Mainframes and their Evolution
- Why Modernize Mainframes?
- Common Mainframe Modernization Strategies
Module 2: Assessing Your Mainframe Environment
- Mainframe Assessment Methodologies: Tools and techniques for assessing mainframe applications and infrastructure
- Identifying Modernization Opportunities
- Understanding Mainframe Complexity
- Assessing Technical Debt
Module 3: Mainframe Modernization Approaches
- Rehosting, Replatforming, Refactoring, and Rebuilding: Understanding the different approaches to mainframe modernization
- Replacing Mainframes: When and How
- Hybrid Mainframe Modernization Strategies
- Cloud-Native Mainframe Modernization
Module 4: Mainframe Data Modernization
- Data Migration Strategies: Methods for migrating mainframe data to modern platforms
- Data Integration Techniques
- Data Quality and Governance
- Big Data and Mainframe Data
Module 5: Mainframe Application Modernization
- Application Assessment and Prioritization: Identifying applications for modernization
- Application Re-engineering Techniques
- Re-architecting Mainframe Applications
- Cloud-Native Application Development
Module 6: Mainframe Security and Compliance
- Mainframe Security Challenges: Understanding the security risks associated with mainframes
- Mainframe Compliance Requirements
- Modernizing Mainframe Security
- Compliance in a Hybrid Environment
Module 7: Mainframe Cost Optimization
- Understanding Mainframe Costs: Breaking down the costs associated with mainframes
- Cost Optimization Strategies
- Reducing Mainframe Footprint
- Mainframe Cost Management Best Practices
Module 8: Mainframe Skills and Talent Management
- Mainframe Skills Gap: Understanding the challenges of maintaining mainframe skills
- Attracting and Retaining Mainframe Talent
- Upskilling and Reskilling Mainframe Professionals
- Knowledge Management for Mainframe Teams
Module 9: Mainframe Modernization Case Studies
- Real-World Mainframe Modernization Examples: Lessons learned from successful modernization projects
- Analyzing Success Factors
- Understanding Challenges and Pitfalls
- Applying Lessons Learned to Your Organization
Module 10: Creating a Mainframe Modernization Roadmap
- Developing a Strategic Plan: Creating a roadmap for mainframe modernization
- Prioritizing Modernization Initiatives
- Establishing a Governance Framework
- Executing and Monitoring the Modernization Plan
Course Benefits - Comprehensive understanding of mainframe modernization
- Practical skills for assessing and modernizing mainframes
- Certificate upon completion issued by The Art of Service
- Lifetime access to course materials
- Interactive and engaging learning experience
- Flexible learning options
- Mobile-accessible course materials
- Community-driven support
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons and gamification
- Progress tracking and personalized learning
Course Details This course is designed to be interactive, engaging, comprehensive, personalized, up-to-date, practical, and relevant to real-world applications. Participants will have access to high-quality content, expert instructors, and a community-driven support system.,
Module 1: Introduction to Mainframe Modernization
- Understanding Mainframe Modernization: Definition, benefits, and challenges
- History of Mainframes and their Evolution
- Why Modernize Mainframes?
- Common Mainframe Modernization Strategies
Module 2: Assessing Your Mainframe Environment
- Mainframe Assessment Methodologies: Tools and techniques for assessing mainframe applications and infrastructure
- Identifying Modernization Opportunities
- Understanding Mainframe Complexity
- Assessing Technical Debt
Module 3: Mainframe Modernization Approaches
- Rehosting, Replatforming, Refactoring, and Rebuilding: Understanding the different approaches to mainframe modernization
- Replacing Mainframes: When and How
- Hybrid Mainframe Modernization Strategies
- Cloud-Native Mainframe Modernization
Module 4: Mainframe Data Modernization
- Data Migration Strategies: Methods for migrating mainframe data to modern platforms
- Data Integration Techniques
- Data Quality and Governance
- Big Data and Mainframe Data
Module 5: Mainframe Application Modernization
- Application Assessment and Prioritization: Identifying applications for modernization
- Application Re-engineering Techniques
- Re-architecting Mainframe Applications
- Cloud-Native Application Development
Module 6: Mainframe Security and Compliance
- Mainframe Security Challenges: Understanding the security risks associated with mainframes
- Mainframe Compliance Requirements
- Modernizing Mainframe Security
- Compliance in a Hybrid Environment
Module 7: Mainframe Cost Optimization
- Understanding Mainframe Costs: Breaking down the costs associated with mainframes
- Cost Optimization Strategies
- Reducing Mainframe Footprint
- Mainframe Cost Management Best Practices
Module 8: Mainframe Skills and Talent Management
- Mainframe Skills Gap: Understanding the challenges of maintaining mainframe skills
- Attracting and Retaining Mainframe Talent
- Upskilling and Reskilling Mainframe Professionals
- Knowledge Management for Mainframe Teams
Module 9: Mainframe Modernization Case Studies
- Real-World Mainframe Modernization Examples: Lessons learned from successful modernization projects
- Analyzing Success Factors
- Understanding Challenges and Pitfalls
- Applying Lessons Learned to Your Organization
Module 10: Creating a Mainframe Modernization Roadmap
- Developing a Strategic Plan: Creating a roadmap for mainframe modernization
- Prioritizing Modernization Initiatives
- Establishing a Governance Framework
- Executing and Monitoring the Modernization Plan