With the forecast function, it is possible to simulate which TWS applications and operations will be executed on a defined date or range of dates.
The integration of the VISUALjob for TWS flowchart and forecast function allows further TWS quality assurance assistance. TWS applications and operations that are due to run on the selected forecast date are clearly marked in the flowchart, while those that are not due to run are crossed-out in the graphical job flow. Just by looking at the graphic, it is possible to discover inconsistencies. The TWS forecast function within VISUALjob for TWS does not require z/OS mainframe resources or the execution of TWS trial plans. For maximum flexibility and fast response all calculations are performed on the VISUALjob for TWS client. With the JobForecast, planned TWS executions of an individual application/ operations in the current, a past or a future calendar year are made visible. The ForecastView provides and overview about the planned execution of a set of multiple applications within a range of dates. The VISUALjob for TWS forecast function facilitates the easy and early verification of TWS job net schedules. Production problems are avoided and design improvements are made possible. Determining operations which are planned for execution for a particular future date provides also a solid foundation for the Workload Simulation. Graphical Workload Simulation is an integrated part of the VISUALjob for TWS solution. |